Big Blue Awards

Congratulations to our students who were celebrated this past week for the Big Blue Award!  These students were nominated by a staff member for demonstrating perseverence and/or growth this semester!  We are proud of you Mustangs!  Here are pictures of a few of the recipients: 

Dress Code 

As the warmer weather approaches, we would like to take this opportunity to remind our community of our school dress code.  Ralston Valley places a tremendous emphasis on academics, and we feel it is critical to keep a learning environment that promotes safety and professionalism.  We feel that dress is a form of self-expression, and know that different environments are appropriate for different types of dress.  Please remind your student to keep their attire professional while at school by following our school dress code.  For specific details or questions, you can visit our school handbook, contact the Dean, or speak to your student's grade-level Administrator.

After Prom

Every year, the PTSA at Ralston Valley High School hosts a SAFE and FUN After-Prom party for all students who attend the RVHS Prom. This year's After-Prom Party is on April 29th, at the Apex Center (13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada) from 11:30pm - 2:00am.  

This event is 100% paid for by the PTSA and is only possible with your support. Below you will find a link to a Sign-Up Genius page for items we need the night of, as well as donation slots for prizes for the students, and a place for a donation to help cover the cost of After Prom.

We would appreciate your financial support to help make this event possible. You can make a secure donation through www.zellepay.com.  The email for our account is rvptsa@gmail.com or https://rvptsa.digitalpto.com click on “Join PTSA” & that will open the link for donating to After Prom.

If you have questions or want to help with the final details to make this night a blast for our students, email rvptsa@gmail.com

After Prom Sign Up Genius

With great gratitude,

RVHS PTSA After-Prom Committee

Collage Concert 2023

Collage Concert is the choir department's end of the year pops concert.  It features all 5 choirs and solo songs from members of the choir department.  We celebrated the year, honored our graduating choir seniors, and also celebrated Mrs. Leah Nemeth-Nunn, our accompanist, who is retiring this year!  

Calling all Seniors!   RVHS PTSA is offering a scholarship opportunity for those seniors who meet the following guidelines:

1. Graduating senior who has earned at least a 3.0 cumulative GPA and who is planning to continue his/her education at a post-secondary institution

2. Attending RVHS for two semesters as a full-time student during his/her senior year

3. Student is a current member of PTSA (note: you can still join for $15 online or in the Finance Office).

A total of $3,000 will be awarded to the top applicants.  After reviewing the applications and interviewing selected applicants, the RVHS PTSA will determine the number of scholarships and the amounts to be awarded (for example, two $1,000 awards and two $500 awards OR any other combination for a total of $3,000).  To apply, please go to the RVHS PTSA Website  http://rvptsa.digitalpto.com/.

Applications are due to the front office by Friday, April 21th, 2023.  Interviews for selected finalists will be early May 2023. Announcements will be made by the end of May 2023.  If you have any questions, you may contact Scott Cochran, PTSA President, at rvptsa@gmail.com.  Good luck to all our applicants!

PTSA scholarship application and information page http://rvptsa.digitalpto.com/

Our boys swimmers won the Jeffco Invite last weekend at Meyers Pool.  In a back and forth battle with league rival Columbine, the Mustangs edged the Rebels 486-467.  First place finishes from Colby Garrison (diving) and Austin Metzler (200 and 500 free) helped power the Mustangs over a loaded Jeffco field.  They will look to ride this momentum into the League Championships May 5 and 6.

With the #4 seed in the CHSAA Team State Tennis Championships, the Mustangs opened up play on Wednesday with a 7-0 victory over #13 Chaparral.  #5 Mountain Vista will be at Ralston Valley this afternoon to take on the Mustangs in Round 2.  The winner will likely face #1 Cherry Creek in the semifinals next week.  Good luck ladies.  

GLAX dropped a close game to Dakota Ridge this past week, losing 9-8 in a great Jeffco battle.  Tomorrow, they close out their 2023 home schedule with an 11:30am matchup against Kent Denver at Trailblazer. We will honor our graduating seniors and thank them for their contributions to our program.  

Soccer had great game at #5 Valor last Friday night that ended in a 1-1 tie.  Margo Mulhern came up huge in net with several key saves to hold the high flying Eagles to only one goal.  After beating Bear Creek 10-0 on Tuesday, the Mustangs have another big Friday night match up when they take on Arvada West tonight at NAAC at 7:00pm.

Track will spend this weekend at one of the State's premier track meets at Littleton Public Schools Stadium.  The Liberty Bell is one of the last tune ups for most teams before their league and state championships.  Good luck today and tomorrow to all of our track athletes.

BLAX beat Fairview last Friday, 8-4, in good match played up in Boulder.  After dropping their Wednesday game to the Poudre School District Stars, they will look to rebound this afternoon against Mountain Range.  3:30pm is the start time out at NAAC.

Winners opened league play on Monday with a nail biter, beating Columbine 9-8.  In a high scoring game, the defense came up huge at the end.  Senior Ryan Myers threw from the outfield to catcher Laird Jones, resulting in the potential tying run being thrown out at home in the bottom of the seventh to end it.  Chatfield heads to Ralston Valley this afternoon and Valor will come see us tomorrow at 11:00am.  Good luck this weekend.

Monday, May 1st - Silver Day

Tuesday, May 2nd - White Day 

Wednesday, May 3rd - Blue Day 

Thursday, May 4th - White Day 

Friday, May 5th - Blue Day

Senior Survey - Mandatory for All Seniors

Jeffco requires all seniors to take the "Jeffco Senior Exit Survey" in Naviance.  Part of the survey includes indicating to which college a student's final transcript should be sent.  The survey is on the student's Naviance home page under "Important To-Dos and Tasks".  The completion deadline is Tuesday, May 9.  Instructions are also listed in the Class of 2023 Graduation Checklist.  Seniors should reach out to their counselor if they have any questions.     

Outdoor Lab Leader Interest Form

Interested in being an Outdoor Lab Leader next year?  Leaders get free meals and lodging for a week in the mountains while gaining valuble experience teaching and leading 6th graders.  Leaders can earn 0.5 elective credit or 85 hours of community service.  Click here to access the Interest Form and for more information.   

How to Talk to Your Teen About Mental Health

This resource has been highlighted before, but we think it's worth bringing up again.  Robbie's Hope created an Adult Handbook entitled "A Guide by Teens on How to Talk to Teens."  It offers detailed instructions about initiating, navigating, and closing a conversation about mental health, as well as things to avoid.   

AP Testing

AP Testing will run from May 1 - May 12.  All updated information including dates, times, locations and preparation tips are accessible via our website.  Please contact Scott Merkel (AP Test Coordinator) via email at scott.merkel@jeffco.k12.co.us with any questions or concerns.  

Free Car Care and Safety Clinic

DriveSafe Driving Schools are offering free one-hour hands-on car care clinics that include how to check the oil and change a tire.  They will also learn about the dangers of impaired and distracted driving.  For more information and to register, click here.

Date: Friday, April 28, 20203

Times: 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. (clinics last one hour)

Place: Van Arsdale Elementary School parking lot