October 14, 2022 EDition

Academic Awards

Invitations have been sent to students who will be receiving an academic award or letter for their achievements during the 2021-2022 school year.  We are asking students who will be attending Academic Awards on Monday to arrive no later than 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 17 so that we can get them lined up for the program. 

Preparation for Graduation 2023!

Following a class meeting, members of the Class of 2023 placed their orders for graduation announcements, caps, gowns, class rings, etc. 

The Class of 2023 will enjoy returning to the tradition of the graduation ceremony being held on the campus of the University of Colorado.  

Strides for  Sierra 5k Race Sunday, October 16th

This year's event will be a 5k run/walk starting at 9:00 a.m., and a 1k fun run starting at 10:00 a.m. at Sierra Elementary, 7771 Oak St., Arvada.  There will be a race village, prizes for each age division, and more. Register at this link,  come join us!  

athletics 

Congratulations to our tennis team for their strong showing at Regionals and State this last week and a half.  Calder Hardin (2 singles), Joey Rillos and Riley Steputis (1 doubles), Coby Elola and Evan Dozon (2 doubles), and Brody Colwell and Tate Wride (4 doubles) all qualified for this week's Individual CHSAA State Championships.  Congratulations on a great season!!


Cross Country competed this week in the Jeffco League Championships.  As a team the boys took 3rd and the girls took 4th.  Congratulations to Allie Braney and Nick Schweicker for being named first-team All-Conference.  Eliana DiManna and Ashtone Rasmussen were named 2nd team.  Honorable mention was earned by Keaton Westley, Cody Noall, and Owen Eicher.


Softball is down at Douglas County High School for the Regional Softball competition.  The top two in each region will move on to next week's State Championships.  Good luck Mustangs!!


Boys' Soccer continues its push toward the postseason.  They fell 2-1 to #1 Valor on Wednesday night ending a 5 game win streak in which the Mustangs only surrendered one goal.  They will finish league play next week with their games against Arvada West on Monday and Columbine on Thursday.  Both games are 5:00 p.m. at the NAAC.


Volleyball has games against Lakewood and Columbine left in their regular season.  Tuesday, October 25th is the home finale against Columbine.


Football was featured last week by 9 News for the game of the week.  The game did not disappoint.  The Mustangs scored the game-winning touchdown in the final minute of the game to beat #2 Columbine.  They are now 3-0 against teams ranked #2 in Colorado this year.  Football plays Pomona tonight at NAAC.

Our boy's soccer team joined forces with our volleyball team on Thursday for a joint practice/competition.  All athletes tried their hand at both sports in this annual event.  Good luck to both as they look to end their regular seasons on a high note.

activities

Congratulations to our choral music students for an outstanding Fall Choir Concert performance on October 12th and 13th! 

Congratulations to the following 23 RVHS students who were selected for the Jeffco All- County Honor Choir!  Ralston Valley had the largest number of students selected out of all the Jeffco schools.  The students will participate and perform in a clinic and concert on November 17-18. 

Trick or Treat Street 

Join us on Wednesday, October 26th, from 5:30-7:00 p.m. for the annual Trick-or-Treat Street at Ralston Valley!  Admission: One canned food or personal care item for the Arvada Food Bank or cash donation for RV National Honor Society.  Please use the entrance east of the Main Doors in the Staff Parking Lot.  After walking through the halls collecting candy from our students, little ones can play carnival games in our cafeteria.  

Check out the pictures from the Homecoming photo booth!


09.30.2022 - Ralston Valley HS Enchanted Homecoming Week - Mile High Party Pics 

Good Luck Marching Band

Best of luck to our Marching Band as they take on the other schools in their region on Thursday, October 20th, at 5:00 p.m. at Littleton Public Schools Stadium (199 E. Littleton Blvd.).  Good luck! 

Dream Dinner Battle Fundraiser

We are hosting a battle of the music department's fundraiser:  RV vs. Arvada West. The fundraiser is run through Dream Dinners (think Hello Fresh, Blue Apron etc.). For every meal purchased for that week, our program receives $10. If you decide to order more meals for that month, we receive an additional $20.

Whichever music department sells the most meals gets an additional $100. Plus, during October through December, their corporate offices will match up to $250.00 for the fundraising group that brings in the most. Go to https://dreamdinners.com/session/946555 to order!  

off campus policy

Due to the nature of our campus, we do not allow students to walk off campus during the school day.  


9th-grade students are not allowed off campus at any point during the school day unless they leave with their parent/guardians. 


If your 10th-grade student is driving, they may leave campus with parental permission.  They are expected to follow local and state driving laws.  Please click on this FORM to give your sophomore child the ability to leave campus with your permission.  


Our campus is not closed to our 11th and 12th-grade students and they may leave campus. 

 Schedule for The week of 10/17

Monday, Oct. 17th - Silver Day

Tuesday, Oct. 18th - White Day

Wednesday, Oct. 19th - Blue Day

Thursday, Oct. 20th - Staff Development Day, no school for students

Friday, Oct. 21st - Fall Break, no school for students or staff

Advisement Corner

Ninth Grade Advisement

Upcoming in Advisement next week, students will talk about how high school can feel like a roller coaster ride and that October is a harder month to get through. A lot of encouragement will be given and information about how to continue to use their time wisely, use their planners, and use the time given during I.C.E.

Students will go over what graduation requirements are needed to graduate, and have conversations around setting the tone for their high school career. 

Establishing good routines, asking for help, getting good sleep, and working hard are all great examples of this.  

Counseling Department

Colorado Free Application Days

All public colleges and some private colleges in Colorado are offering free application days October 18-20, 2022, for Colorado high school students.  Applications must be submitted on one of these days to get the application fee waiver.  Additional documentation, like transcripts and letters of recommendation, can be submitted outside of these dates.  For more information and instructions on how to get the fee waiver for individual schools, click here. 

Jeffco 10th Grade Career Expo

Sophomores (and other grades upon request) are invited to attend Jeffco's Career Expo where students can speak with industry and post-secondary professionals about a wide variety of careers.  To register, click the link below, scan the QR code on the flyer, print and sign the permission form and turn it in to the RV Counseling Office.


Date: Wednesday, October 26th

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Place: Gold Crown Field House, Lakewood

Register: Click here  

Warren Tech Info Nights and Open Houses

Parents and students interested in Warren Tech programs and enrollment for the 23/24 school year are welcome to attend any or all of these interactive presentations: 


INFORMATION NIGHTS

Warren Tech South, Littleton

Date: Wednesday, November 2nd

Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.


Warren Tech North, Arvada

Date: Wednesday, November 16th

Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.


OPEN HOUSES

Place: All Three Warren Tech Campuses

Date: Thursday, December 1st

Time: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Upcoming College Rep Visits

Representatives from the following colleges will be in the RVHS Counseling Office on these dates and times:

Colorado Mesa University - Tuesday, Oct 18th 9:30 a.m.

University of Oklahoma - Norman - Tuesday, Oct 18th 1:00 p.m.

University of Northern Colorado - Wednesday, Oct 19th 11:30 a.m. 

New Mexico State University - Monday, Oct 24th 11:30 a.m.

University of Arizona - Tuesday, Oct 25th 11:30 a.m.

California Polytechnic - San Luis Obispo - Thursday, Oct 27th 9:30 a.m.

Northern Arizona University - Thursday, Oct 27th 1:00 p.m.

Gonzaga University - Friday, Oct 28th 2:00 p.m.

TEDx Youth Speakers Wanted!

Does your student have an "idea worth sharing" and want to speak about it at a TEDx Youth event?  All high school aged students in Colorado are invited to apply to be a presenter at a TEDx Youth event in March.  Applications are due October 31st. Click here for more information and to apply.

Upcoming College Fairs & Events


CSU Engineering Exploration Day

Date: Saturday, October 29, 2022

Time: 9:00am - 4:00 p.m.

Place: Colorado State University, Fort Collins

Register: https://www.engr.colostate.edu/future-students/engineering-exploration/

Arvada Police Explorers


The Arvada Police Department Explorer Post is an interactive, educational program designed to build skill sets of young adults (age 14-21) interested in law enforcement.  Topics taught include officer safety and tactics, written and verbal communication, criminal code and laws, crime scene investigation, and more. At the core of our program is teamwork, professionalism and responsibility.  Contact Detective Breann Bellio to join at bbellio@arvada.org.  

ralston valley happenings

RVTV went to Empower Field to learn about different career paths in broadcasting and productions, as well as to learn about how the studium crew handles live broadcasting and producing a Denver Broncos game! 

National Honor Society students prepping for our Zoo-themed Trick or Treat Street! Come on out from 5:30-7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 26th to trick or treat the hallways of RVHS. Entry fee: Bring a canned good for the Arvada Community Table.

FCCLA students prepared decorations for the upcoming Trick or Treat Street being hosted on October 26th from 5:30-7 p.m. Their hallway will be easy to SPOT.

Students participating in United Sports Football Day on Wednesday, October 12th.

Sophomore Brooklyn Hector and junior Zayne Yeager will be recognized at the next Board of Education meeting on October 20th as recipients of the 2022 Colorado Congressional Art Competition Award. Congratulations Brooklyn and Zayne!

Modern U.S. History students learn about Editorial Cartooning from staff member Alan Vitello, who has 30 years of experience as an editorial cartoonist.  Students will create their own political cartoons, working toward the standards of evaluating primary source documents and the impact of political cartoons throughout U.S. history.

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