Rocky Ford Elementary held a successful STEM Night on January 28, 2025, bringing together students and their families for an evening of hands-on learning. Each grade level designed an engaging STEM activity, allowing families to explore science, technology, engineering, and math together.
Pictured are students, families, and teachers enjoying the interactive activities and making learning fun!
The February BOCES newsletter is now available. Please click the following link to access the newsletter in English and Spanish: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGO_V3vDls/fu9viAqOgerJoptz9NbEdA/view?utm_content=DAGO_V3vDls&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=viewer
RF Meloneer wrestlers will compete in the regional wrestling tournament at Otero College on February 7 & 8. Spectator Information: Doors open at 3 PM on Friday, February 7 and at 8 AM on Saturday, February 8. Ticket Prices:
Session I (Friday):
$10 – Students (K-12) & Senior Citizens
$15 – Adults
Sessions II & III (Saturday):
$10 – Students (K-12) & Senior Citizens
$15 – Adults
Finals (Saturday Evening):
$10 – Students (K-12) & Senior Citizens
$15 – Adults
All-Session Pass:
$20 – Students & Senior Citizens
$30 – Adults
The BOE meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm can be viewed using the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89431569474?pwd=gYb52V40B2x2wNlQG2JBAIsZfd12A4.1
This week's Students of the Week at Rocky Ford Elementary are, back row: Calyx Vazquez, Kingston Herrera, Legend Gallatin, Joe Sandoval, and Josh Butler. Front row: Charlie Lucero, Ivan Franco, Ariana Pizano, and Erick Perez-Garcia. Not pictured, Salvador Bailon.
Our Rocky Ford app keeps getting better and better! Parents/guardians who have already created a Rooms account can now access new app features like chat and class streams via web and in the app. If you haven't created a Rooms account yet, keep an eye on your email inbox today for instructions on how to sign up!
Download for Android https://aptg.co/7Hk9NZ
Download for iPhone https://aptg.co/RNmzFm
RFSD Highlighted Events for February 3-8: 2/4 BOE Meeting 7pm; 2/5 JH Girls Basketball vs Swink 4:30pm; 2/6 RFES Town Meeting 2pm, Basketball vs. Swallows 4pm; Parent Teacher Conferences 4-8pm; 2/7 Parent Teacher Conferences 8am-12pm, Regional Wrestling @ Otero College; 2/8 Regional Wrestling @ Otero College. Eventos Destacados de RFSD para el 3-8 de Febrero: 2/4 Reunión de la Junta de Educación 7pm; 2/5 Baloncesto Femenino de JH vs. Swink 4:30pm; 2/6 Reunión Comunitaria de RFES 2pm, Baloncesto vs. Swallows 4pm; Conferencias de Padres y Maestros 4-8pm; 2/7 Conferencias de Padres y Maestros 8am-12pm, Lucha Regional @ Otero College; 2/8 Lucha Regional @ Otero College.
Agenda for BOE Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 7:00pm.
RFJSHS Newsletter for the week of Feb. 3. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FAI2QNYzTse5_e5ylx14SUplDSWmhxb5/view?usp=sharing
RFJSHS Snowcoming Dance Update: The RFJSHS Snowcoming Dance will be held on Saturday, February 1. The dance has been moved back to the Lower Cafeteria. Students should enter through the Staff/Student entrance doors leading to the cafeteria. The Junior High Dance will be held from 6-8pm and the High School Dance will be from 8:30-10:30pm. Entrance Fee: $3 per individual or $5 per couple. Reminder: Junior High and High School students must be eligible to attend.
Exciting Opportunity for Rocky Ford High School Students! As a CSU Alliance school, Rocky Ford High School students have the opportunity to participate in exclusive summer programs. Applications for the Alliance Women in Construction Management Summer Institute open on February 1st! This immersive program takes place on the CSU campus in Fort Collins from Tuesday, June 10 – Saturday, June 14, 2025. With only 25 spots available statewide, early applications are encouraged! If you're interested, please check out the attached flyer for enrollment details and speak with Mrs. Efird for more information.
Learn more at:
https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/cm/programs-and-degrees/b-s-in-construction-management/women-in-construction-management-summer-institute/
Due to the weather in Colorado Springs, tonight's Wrestling match against Widefield has been canceled and will not be rescheduled. Debido al clima en Colorado Springs, el combate de lucha contra Widefield de esta noche ha sido cancelado y no será reprogramado.
Otero College T-PREP, in partnership with CU Denver, offers a unique opportunity to develop local educators and retain teachers in the valley. Join us for the Learning Community Craft event on February 6 at 6 PM to learn more about the program and available degree pathways. Click the following link for additional details: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1loGXsuk3HRUc5D9OgMuPgxpjzkZXRqMXAQKY57hTpms/edit?usp=sharing
🌮🍪 Tailgate Dinner & Bake Sale Tonight! 🏀Come support the RFJSHS Spanish 3 students during tonight’s basketball game vs. Holly! 🍽 Chili Chip (Frito Pie) & Drink – $7
🍪 Delicious Homemade Baked Goods will be individually priced. All proceeds help our students prepare for their upcoming trip to Costa Rica! Enjoy a great meal, grab some sweet treats, and cheer on our teams.
Thank you for your support—see you there! 🎉
A huge shoutout to our Meloneer Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Wrestling, Swim, and Cheer teams for an incredible season! Your dedication, hard work, and team spirit make us so proud. A special thank you to our coaches, families, and fans for the unwavering support throughout the season.
Rocky Ford Elementary celebrated their students' achievements for the 2nd quarter. Pictured are RFES 4th, 5th and 6th graders who were awarded certificates for perfect attendance.
Rocky Ford Elementary celebrated 2nd quarter student achievements. Pictured are 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders recognized for perfect attendance in the 2nd quarter.
Rocky Ford Elementary recently celebrated 2nd quarter student achievements. Pictured are the Kindergarten students with perfect attendance for the 2nd quarter.
This week's Students of the Week at Rocky Ford Elementary are, front row: Vivienne Roberts, Ramezmay Rivas, Dezzrae Montoya, and Cameron Henson. Back row: Santino Apodaca, Evan Gonzalez-Garcia, Anthony Garcia, Derek Apodaca, Zeke Gallegos, and Paityn Encinias.
RFJSHS Newsletter for the week of Jan. 27
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1o5wLVh9Uu7ufUujO0Q7vlmZAt1btikk-/view?usp=sharing
