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Rafael Villareal, Editor

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Subscriber

Rafael has been attending Riverside for 10 years and is graduating with the class of 2022. He is a currently a junior in high school. He also has been a 5 year member of the Marching Pride of Riverside. He has played various instruments and is serving as the Co-Captain of the band. He is now playing the tuba.

All content by Rafael Villarreal Jr.
Rafael Villarreal Jr. was the first editor of The Rebel Express.

SIGNING OFF

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
May 11, 2022
Ring, Ring, Ring

Ring, Ring, Ring

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 21, 2022
Butterfly Garden

Butterfly Garden

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 25, 2022
On the Green

On the Green

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 16, 2022
RA Ovations will present The Wizard of Oz

We’re off to see the Wizard!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 9, 2022
Senior Queen Dixie XLII Haley Millet and King Rebel XLII Mason Forsythe will reign over the Senior Court Saturday night

Ready to Roar

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 9, 2022
Riverside seniors, from left, Josh Beadle, Emily Weidert, Andrew Jung and Jaycee Bennett received Nicholls State University scholarship offers on Monday

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Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 7, 2022
Nicholas Ellis, left, and Alyssa Haase were the lone seniors on their soccer teams this season.

That’s Game

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 7, 2022
CFS Mattress Sale to be held Sunday at Riverside Academy

Once Upon A Mattress Sale

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 19, 2022
Sophomore offensive lineman Alex Ross, left, and junior running back Elijah "Bill" Davis earned honorable mention nods on the LSWA Class 1A All-State Football Team

REBEL REWARDS

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 4, 2022
ROLLING TO RIVERSIDE

ROLLING TO RIVERSIDE

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
December 3, 2021
Caroling in the Courtyard will be held Dec. 9 from 5:30 - 8 p.m.

We Need A Little Christmas

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 22, 2021
The Riverside band celebrated its showing at the District Assessment.

Still The Best

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 10, 2021
There was a witch!

FALL FEST

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 2, 2021
GRAND BAND

GRAND BAND

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
October 26, 2021
Spirit Night

Spirit Night

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
October 20, 2021
Homecoming Court Announced

Homecoming Court Announced

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
October 19, 2021
Caution, Pep Rally Site

Caution, Pep Rally Site

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
October 19, 2021
The Band is Back Together

The Band is Back Together

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
October 12, 2021

Under New Management

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
August 27, 2021
RA students head for the doors after the final bell of the 2020-21 school year

SCHOOL’S OUT!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
May 27, 2021
The graduates of 2021 toss their mortar boards into the air after receiving their diplomas on May 19.

Peace Out, RA!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
May 20, 2021
Catch A Big Fish!

Catch A Big Fish!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
May 6, 2021
Members of the Riverside Academy track team who are headed to State.

The Long Run

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
May 5, 2021
The Rebel baseball team after Saturday's season-ending loss.

GAMES OVER!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
May 3, 2021
Jared Butler's high school number, 11, was retired by the school on April 29.

Happy Homecoming

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 30, 2021
The RA softball team was recognized at Thursday's pep rally before their road trip to Sulphur.

Road Trippin’

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 30, 2021
He's the Man!

He’s the Man!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 27, 2021
Playoff Bound!

Playoff Bound!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 23, 2021
Camryn Loving

ROUND TWO

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 21, 2021
The 2021 District 9-1A district champion Lady Rebels softball team.

District Champs X2!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 21, 2021
Mr. Wayne joined Zach and Adrian.

Of Dads and Donuts

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 16, 2021
Put A Ring On It

Put A Ring On It

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 16, 2021
BYRD TAKES FLIGHT

BYRD TAKES FLIGHT

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
April 8, 2021
Bennett Beadle, Haeden Wahden and Payton Adams were selected Students of the Week for March 24.

Students of Week: March 24

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 26, 2021
Carnival Ball maids and dukes show off their royal flags during the traditional King Cake Party for the senior court.

IT’S CARNIVAL BALL, Y’ALL!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 23, 2021
A large group of students rented a party bus for the dance.

Oh! What a Night!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 22, 2021
Students of the Week for March 17

Students of the Week: March 17

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 21, 2021
Athletes and band members received their letterman jackets Wednesday night.

Jacket Night

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 11, 2021
The Southern Sweethearts, under the direction of Darryl Clement (left) include: Front row, from left, Christy Louque, Ariana Matt, Jaycee Bennett, Amiee Duhe. Back row, Kaylee Louque and Lexie Heltz.

Sweet Success!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
March 1, 2021
Coach Marty Luquet speaks to the Rebel baseball team after practice

Lucky 13?

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 25, 2021
Students of the Week- Feb. 24

Students of the Week- Feb. 24

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 24, 2021
Students of the Week - Feb. 10

Students of the Week – Feb. 10

Rafael Villarreal Jr.
February 11, 2021
The Lady Rebels defeated advance to the second round of the soccer playoffs.

The Season Finale

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 11, 2021
Students of the week for Feb. 3

Students of the Week Feb. 3

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 5, 2021
Rebel Dakota Jarreau is greeted at home after his grand slam

MS Rebels run over Roadrunners

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 5, 2021
Defensive lineman Nick Washington signed with Ouachita Baptist University

That’s a good sign!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 5, 2021
The Lady Rebels defeated advance to the second round of the soccer playoffs.

Road Win!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 5, 2021
Will (left) and Wynn Cupit regularly compete at area livestock shows.

The Cowboys

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 2, 2021
Gage Larvadain

Metro Men

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
February 2, 2021
Mason Meyer and Laken Epperly will reign as Senior King Rebel XLI and Queen Dixie XLI of Krewe Bord de L'eau.

Carnival Royalty Announced

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 29, 2021
RA Band director Darryl Clement explains a musical selection to the audience at the Christmas Concert.

Christmas Came Late

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 22, 2021
All-State Rebels

All-State Rebels

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 21, 2021
Students of the Week, Jan. 20

Students of the Week, Jan. 20

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 20, 2021
Gage Larvadain

Player of the Year

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 14, 2021
Chloe Simon

Hat Trick

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 14, 2021

All-District Rebels

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 7, 2021
Students of the week for the week of January 4 pose with principal Mike Coburn.

Star Students

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 7, 2021
The Rebels recently finished third in the Sunkist Tournament at St. Thomas More.

Tourney Time!!

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
January 5, 2021
That's A Wrap!

That’s A Wrap!

Rafael Villarreal Jr.
December 18, 2020
Rio Frazier, Cara Campbell and Ashley Hymel are were named Academic All-State in Volleyball and swimming.

Merry and Bright

Rafael Villarreal Jr.
December 17, 2020
Students of the Year

Students of the Year

Rafael Villarreal Jr.
December 15, 2020
Virtual Frenzy

Virtual Frenzy

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
December 14, 2020
PreK-4 students strutted their stuff at Friday's Thanksgiving Celebration at Riverside.

Turkey Day

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 20, 2020
Qualifying members of the Rebels swim team will leave Tuesday for Sulphur to compete in the LHSAA State Swim Meet.

Just Keep Swimming

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 16, 2020
Red, white and blue were the colors of the day.

RAh, RAh, Rebels

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 13, 2020
Pre-schooler Alex Campbell enjoyed the fun too.

Lost in Time

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 12, 2020
Ms. Villere, who dressed as a Christmas elf, posed with Ms. Delauneville.

Holiday Frenzy

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 11, 2020
Elementary students got in the dress up spirit as well.

Riverside Takes a Vacation

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 10, 2020
Courteous to the Riverside volleyball team for picture

Volleyball Falls to Country Day

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 6, 2020

Riverside Students and Staff send Well Wishes to Principal Coburn

Rafael Villarreal Jr., Editor
November 1, 2020
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