*Afternoon bus routes for Monday, September 29, 2025*. Due to a bus driver shortage for our afternoon routes, the following changes will be made: Students that ride Bus #5 to Library Park will ride Bus #2 to Library Park. Students that ride Bus #5 to other in town and out of town stops will ride Bus #3. Bus #5 students will be later than normal being dropped off at their individual stops. Thank you for your understanding. If you have any questions, please contact the school at 719-254-7431.
🏈 Game Week! 🏈
The Rocky Ford Meloneers hit the road this week to take on the Merino Rams on Friday, Sept. 26. Kickoff is at 6:00 PM.
Can’t make it? Catch the action live on NFHS! Go Meloneers! ❤️💛
The Rocky Ford Meloneers hit the road this week to take on the Merino Rams on Friday, Sept. 26. Kickoff is at 6:00 PM.
Can’t make it? Catch the action live on NFHS! Go Meloneers! ❤️💛
Parents, You’re Invited!
All Rocky Ford families (K–12) are welcome to join us for the Accountability Committee Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM in the school cafeteria.
This is a great opportunity to stay informed, share your voice, and be part of supporting our schools. We hope to see you there!
¡Padres, están invitados!
Todas las familias de Rocky Ford (K–12) están cordialmente invitadas a la Reunión del Comité de Responsabilidad esta noche a las 6:00 PM en la cafetería de la escuela.
Esta es una gran oportunidad para mantenerse informados, compartir su voz y ser parte del apoyo a nuestras escuelas. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
All Rocky Ford families (K–12) are welcome to join us for the Accountability Committee Meeting tonight at 6:00 PM in the school cafeteria.
This is a great opportunity to stay informed, share your voice, and be part of supporting our schools. We hope to see you there!
¡Padres, están invitados!
Todas las familias de Rocky Ford (K–12) están cordialmente invitadas a la Reunión del Comité de Responsabilidad esta noche a las 6:00 PM en la cafetería de la escuela.
Esta es una gran oportunidad para mantenerse informados, compartir su voz y ser parte del apoyo a nuestras escuelas. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
🎃👻 Trunk or Treat! 👻🎃
RFJSHS FBLA is hosting Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 31 in the Rocky Ford School parking lot.
Check out the attached flyer for all the details—don’t miss the fun!
RFJSHS FBLA is hosting Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 31 in the Rocky Ford School parking lot.
Check out the attached flyer for all the details—don’t miss the fun!
🌟 Congratulations to our Rocky Ford Elementary Students of the Week—Pepper Farmer and Sean Montoya! 🌟
They are being recognized for showing excellence in technology literacy. We’re so proud of you!
They are being recognized for showing excellence in technology literacy. We’re so proud of you!
Reminder for Parents
Elementary & JH students must be with an adult to attend after-school activities (games, events, etc.). Students without supervision may be asked to go home. Thanks for helping us keep events safe & fun!
Recordatorio para los padres
Los estudiantes de primaria y grados intermedios deben estar acompañados por un adulto para asistir a las actividades después del horario escolar (juegos, eventos, etc.). Los estudiantes sin supervisión pueden ser enviados a casa. ¡Gracias por ayudarnos a mantener los eventos seguros y divertidos!
Rocky Ford School District is accepting applications for the following positions: Bus Route Driver and JH Assistant Girls Basketball Coach. Click the following link to apply online: https://www.rockyfordk12.org/page/employment
❤️💛 What a Homecoming Week to remember! The Meloneers finished strong with a WIN over the Walsenburg Panthers! 🏈 Shoutout to our 2025 Homecoming Royalty—capping off an unforgettable week! 💛❤️
A huge THANK YOU to our students, staff, and community for bringing the spirit all week long—you make Meloneer Pride shine bright!
Newsletter for the week of Sept. 22.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sJOBQgPoiJ0z3j5ak-bkI9VhZhL50hBT/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sJOBQgPoiJ0z3j5ak-bkI9VhZhL50hBT/view?usp=sharing
Shoutout to JH Student Council for sponsoring JH Cheer! Cheerleaders were surprised with treat bags as a sweet boost of Meloneer spirit!
🏈⚾🏀 Sports Apparel Day was a hit yesterday! Students and staff showed off their team spirit by rocking jerseys, hats, and gear from their favorite teams. What a fun way to keep the Homecoming energy going!
Double the fun for Homecoming Week! Yesterday was Dynamic Duo Day and our students and staff nailed it with their matching looks. ❤️💛 #MeloneerPride
🏐 Good morning, Meloneer style! Our volleyball team helped with drop-off today, bringing big smiles to our elementary students. 💛❤️
Homecoming Week is in full swing! Yesterday was Color Wars Day, where each grade rocked a different color or pattern chosen by our Student Council. Check out how our students brought their colors to life! 💛💙❤️💚
❤️💛 It’s Homecoming Week at Rocky Ford PK-12! ❤️💛
We’ve got a packed week full of school spirit and Meloneer pride! Here’s what’s happening:
✨ Pep Rally
✨ Powder Puff & Peach Fuzz Games
✨ Dress-Up Days all week long
✨ Volleyball & Softball Games
✨ Homecoming Parade
✨ FFA Chili Supper
✨ RFJSHS Homecoming Football Game
✨ Homecoming Dance
Let’s come together to celebrate our students, cheer on our teams, and show what it means to be a Meloneer! 💪🐴
We’ve got a packed week full of school spirit and Meloneer pride! Here’s what’s happening:
✨ Pep Rally
✨ Powder Puff & Peach Fuzz Games
✨ Dress-Up Days all week long
✨ Volleyball & Softball Games
✨ Homecoming Parade
✨ FFA Chili Supper
✨ RFJSHS Homecoming Football Game
✨ Homecoming Dance
Let’s come together to celebrate our students, cheer on our teams, and show what it means to be a Meloneer! 💪🐴
Rocky Ford Elementary is proud to announce this week’s Students of the Week! The featured trait was Accountability.
Pictured are:
Back row (L to R): Silas Sosa, Jackson Wright, Ayden Grano, Gabriel Maes, Nolan Jurney
Front row (L to R): Dezzrae Montoya, Joseph Vigil, Emily Ornelas, Jeremiah Muniz
Congratulations to each of these outstanding students for showing accountability and Meloneer pride! ❤️💛
Pictured are:
Back row (L to R): Silas Sosa, Jackson Wright, Ayden Grano, Gabriel Maes, Nolan Jurney
Front row (L to R): Dezzrae Montoya, Joseph Vigil, Emily Ornelas, Jeremiah Muniz
Congratulations to each of these outstanding students for showing accountability and Meloneer pride! ❤️💛
📣 Members of the RFJSHS Cheer Teams attended the Rocky Ford Elementary Town Meeting on September 4! They cheered at the meeting and helped spread Meloneer spirit throughout the event. ❤️💛
Last Thursday morning, the RFJSHS Cross Country Team traded the race course for the drop-off line! They helped welcome our elementary students with smiles and support—showing what it means to be true Meloneers!
Newsletter for the week of September 15, 2025
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RsA-oOABZxy08_dB0qDUjd28DwTmC6AH/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RsA-oOABZxy08_dB0qDUjd28DwTmC6AH/view?usp=sharing
Rocky Ford Rotary Tailgate – Thursday, September 18
Come cheer on the Meloneers as our Volleyball team takes on Crowley County and our Junior High Football team faces Crowley County as well! 🏐🏈
📅 Thursday, September 18
⏰ Both games begin at 4:30pm
📍 Tailgate in the Melon Dome Foyer
Before and during the games, stop by the Rocky Ford Rotary Tailgate for a delicious meal! They will be serving up Frito Pie, cookie, & water for $7.
All proceeds go to support the Rocky Ford Rotary Scholarship Fund. Go Meloneers! 💛❤️
Come cheer on the Meloneers as our Volleyball team takes on Crowley County and our Junior High Football team faces Crowley County as well! 🏐🏈
📅 Thursday, September 18
⏰ Both games begin at 4:30pm
📍 Tailgate in the Melon Dome Foyer
Before and during the games, stop by the Rocky Ford Rotary Tailgate for a delicious meal! They will be serving up Frito Pie, cookie, & water for $7.
All proceeds go to support the Rocky Ford Rotary Scholarship Fund. Go Meloneers! 💛❤️