WELCOME TO
River Tech School of Performing Arts & Technology
A Performing Arts & Technology Education Center in Post Falls — for artistic & tech-savvy students.
We're back. After a fire on March 15th, River Tech has relocated to The Heart, 927 E Polston Ave, Post Falls. Classes are in session. ​
Our School Had a Fire. We're Already Back.
On March 15th, a fire damaged the building where River Tech meets at The River Church, destroying classrooms and school facilities. All students and teachers are safe.
In true resurrection fashion, we secured a new home within days.
Where We Are Now. The Heart Church in Post Falls 927 E Polston Ave, Post Falls, ID 83854.
Classes resumed Monday, March 30. We are deeply grateful to The Heart Church for welcoming us so quickly and generously — blessing our school community in a way that matters.
This is our home as River Tech finishes the school year. Over the coming months, both River Tech and The Heart Church will be prayerfully and practically exploring what this partnership could look like moving forward. We are grateful, hopeful, and expectant for what God is doing in this season.
River Tech is fully back and accepting students. We are not diminished — we are more motivated than ever to offer the best possible education for artistic and tech-savvy students. If you've been considering River Tech for your family, now is the time. Check out our open house tour dates below and come see our new home for yourself.
How You Can Help. We lost all classroom materials, instruments, and supplies in the fire. If you'd like to help us finish the school year strong, we would be grateful for your support.
Programs
River Tech School (Full-Time)
The complete River Tech experience: four to five days of integrated learning in performing arts, technology, and core academics — designed to shape confident, purposeful students grounded in Christian values and prepared for life.
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River Tech À La Carte (Home School)
Choose specific River Tech classes to enrich your homeschool. Access our performing arts and technology programs in a community of learners while maintaining your family's educational rhythm.
River Tech Open House
Stronger than ever, we are now accepting applications for September 1st, 2026 start.
Join us for a tour at our new location to experience our heart, vision, and the opportunity to have all your questions answered:
Monday, April 6th, at 3PM
Wednesday, April 8th, at 3 PM, and
Friday, April 10th, at 3 PM.
Where: River Tech School of Performing Arts & Technology
927 E Polston Ave, Post Falls, ID 83854.
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Next Start: Apply today to start September 1st, 2026.
Email: learn@rivertech.me
What is River Tech?
River Tech is designed for artistic & tech-savvy kids who love music and technology. Along with core subjects (like Math, Language Arts, Social Science, and Science), students learn technology (coding, robotics, film making, and digital arts) and performing arts (music, band, choir, acting, dance, and musical theater).
Grounded in enduring Christian values and a family-centered culture, students receive the social & academic education necessary to succeed in life. With class sizes around 15 students, roughly half that of public schools, our teachers are able to spend more time with each student. With competency-based learning, each student learns at their own pace, while also having the benefits of a positive social environment.
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Want to enroll? Spots are still open for our 2nd Semester, starting January 5th, 2026!
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EXCITING NEWS
River Tech is thrilled to participate in the Idaho Parental Choice Tax Credit program, signed into law on February 27, 2025. This initiative offers up to $5,000 per child (or $7,500 for special needs students) to help cover tuition starting July 1, 2025. Click here to learn more!
Shannon
"I love that it's competency based, so she can fly ahead in areas where she's able or get extra help when needed, no matter what "grade" she's in. I love to see how genuinely delighted the teachers are about teaching and challenging their students. I appreciate the shorter school days that leave plenty of family time and the minimal amount of homework."
Katrina
"All of the values they instill in the children is right on par with how we want our daughter raised at home as well, integrity, kindness, respect, biblical world view, and importance of academia. As well as the social/emotional education she is learning… Not to mention the vast array of subjects; piano/ukulele, robotics, coding, art, dance, singing, etc. She is experiencing far more than I could have provided homeschooling on my own."
Dustin
"The changes we have seen in our daughter are remarkable. She enjoys all the subjects and being in this school setting very much. She is always excited to tell us about her day and makes sure she covers every little detail."
TECHNOLOGY
In today's world, S.T.E.M is important to everyone.
Tech (or S.T.E.A.M.) takes up the largest part of the curriculum at River Tech, with ample opportunity to learn everything from coding & robotics to 3D-modeling & videography.
Here at River Tech we believe everyone can benefit from a strong tech base. Even careers that are not normally associated with tech benefit from being confident and at home in a technological world.
Our Tech Director, Jordan Ezell, has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Game Development from Full Sail University. He is passionate about teaching our students coding, robotics, and digital arts.
PERFORMING ARTS
A film, a piece of theatre, or a piece of music can change the world.
Our students learn to play multiple instruments including drums, bass, ukulele, guitar, keyboard, vocals, acting, dance, choir, and band. We put on regular concerts and musical theater production. (We just wrapped up our Frozen musical and are working on our Sound of Music production).
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Our Arts Director, Dan Hegelund is a professional vocal coach, musician, and choir director. His resume includes studio recordings, Radio and TV broadcasts, and concerts in venues such as the Presidential Palace of Ukraine, the Latvian Government, Clash Of The Choirs, Coca-Cola Holiday Caravan, Northwest Folklife Festival, and Leavenworth’s 50th Anniversary Christmas Lighting Festival.
SPORTS & FITNESS
Preparing the mind and body.
Our students learn mobility, sportsmanship, and an overcomer's mentality while playing sports and using professional workout equipment. We believe physical fitness is essential to a holistic education, teaching students to become masters over their bodies and train for longevity of life. Just as the Tabernacle reflected God's glory, our bodies should do the same: "your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit" (1 Cor 6:19-20).
Our Athletics Director, Jerome, is a certified math teacher with a B.A. in Mathematics and over five years of classroom experience, as well as homeschooling his 3 older children. He served as a Public Safety Officer, completing rigorous police, fire, and EMT training. He also played in the NFL with the Kansas City Chiefs, Jacksonville Jaguars, and Dallas Cowboys. At River Tech, Jerome leads our math and sports programs, mentoring students in mind, body, and character.
STABILITY
The world may shake, but your child won't.
In a world that sometimes seems to spiral out of control, River Tech can provide stability. Christian, family-centered, team-building, visionary, and leadership developing, at River Tech your child will discover purpose and meaning.
Our teachers possess a contagious joy, clarity, and hopefulness that will propel your child to take on life with renewed faith and optimism. Our curriculum is tailored to cultivating competency, mastery, and confidence in God, in themselves, and in their community, so our students can face tomorrow with their heads and hearts lifted high. Read about our teachers here. Take a closer look at our curriculum here.
COMPETENCY-BASED 1st-12th Grade
Tailoring to each student's needs.
We accept students of 1st to 10th grade, and we make sure to tailor each student's curriculum to their current academic level and needs. This keeps students from feeling that that they are held back or lagging behind, and instead fosters healthy learning environments. See each grade level below!
TEACHERS AT RIVER TECH
Caitlin Relvas has a B.A. in English and Classical Civilizations. She has a minor in Dance and has been studying and teaching dance for most of her life. Caitlin loves to teach K-1 students problem-solving skills and responsibility and teach middle and high school English students the art of writing and an appreciation for story.
Dan & Mary Hegelund
Dan Hegelund, principal at River Tech, holds a B.S. and M.S in Political Science. Dan is a professional vocal coach, choir director, music director, etc. He has thirty years of experience teaching and producing music and heads the River Tech Arts department. Expect concerts, musicals, studio recordings, music videos, choir trips, talent shows, music festivals, etc.
Mary Hegelund holds a B.S. and M.S. in Education and leads River Tech Elementary. She has worked at a preschool, kindergarten, and elementary school and as a homeschooler of three children. Mary loves teaching children team building, teamwork, and leadership skills.
Jordan Ezell
Jordan Ezell holds a B.S. in Game Development from Full Sail University and a degree from Master's Commission in Biblical Counseling. He loves creating board games and video games, and can't wait to teach our students how to create their own games. Jordan is heading the Tech Department at River Tech. Expect your kids to learn programming, robotics, 3D animation, videography, sound engineering, game development, etc. River Tech has an outstanding tech program.
Caitlin Relvas
Luke Hegelund
Luke Hegelund is the media director at River Tech, with four years of teaching experience. Luke is a proficient multi-instrumentalist, having offered private piano, guitar, and drum lessons outside of his work at River Tech. Additionally, he is a professional videographer, having produced wedding films, short films, and commercials. While working at River Tech, Luke is finishing his degree in Theology and pursuing a degree in education. Students can look forward to learning filmmaking, music, and 3D design from Luke.
