Call for Volunteers: Baccalaureate Planning Committee

We need volunteers interested in planning this ceremony.

Baccalaureate refers to a non-denominational ceremony held a few days before graduation.  Unlike the massive commencement exercise held in an arena, baccalaureate ceremonies offer a quieter, more intimate opportunity to pause and reflect on this rite of passage, hear a keynote speaker, and appreciate other student talents.  A faculty member and student speakers offer advice to the graduating class.  

Please complete and submit this form as soon as possible to volunteer in support of a Baccalaureate ceremony for the Class of 2025.

CMAS Science Testing

During the week of March 31st, juniors will take the CMAS science test during their science classes.  Please see more information here about the purpose of CMAS.  

Science teachers will communicate to students about the exact testing schedule, the coinciding class schedule, and their room assignment for CMAS.  Here are some alternate situations that will be communicated by their science teacher: 

​**If your student is a Junior and is taking both Chemistry and Physics, they will test during their Physics class.  

​**If your student is a Sophomore or Senior in Physics or Conceptual Chemistry, they should go to their science class first and then go to the library during the testing session where attendance will be taken.

Warren TecH Students

**If your student is a Junior and does not have a scheduled science class at RVHS (due to taking classes at Warren Tech), they will test on the following days and times:

• Warren Tech AM Students - Thursday, 4/10, from 1:00pm-3:30pm (both sessions) in the library classroom

• Warren Tech PM Students - Thursday, 4/10, from 8:15am-10:30am (both sessions) in the library classroom

• If students miss any of their scheduled RV classes, they will be excused and allowed to do any make-up work. 

If you have any questions about CMAS, please contact Stacy Young, Assistant Principal

Thank you for your continued support of our students.

(UPDATED) Course Registration for the 2025-26 School Year

Students in grades 9-11 have completed their course registration visits with their counselor. 

Thoughtful and informed decisions about course selections are essential in supporting students on their path toward graduation and preparing for their future goals.

Students and families are encouraged to consult and bookmark the Course Registration Website, which offers comprehensive resources, including:

• Step-by-step guidance for the selection process

• Course descriptions

• Registration due dates

• Enrollment policies

Thank you for your support in helping students plan a successful year ahead!

Pre-Arranged Absences

In accordance with district policy, absences of one or more days require a Pre-Arranged Absence Form .  Criteria for approved absences are listed on the form, and printed copies are available in the attendance office.

Drop Off and Pick Up

It is a great time to remind everyone to be thoughtful of our neighbors and student body during drop off and pick up.  We must keep the right of way clear for emergency vehicles and through traffic.  With only one road to enter and exit a building this size, with this many people, the roads at the school will always be congested.  There are a few things we can do as a Ralston Valley community to help make these busy times of day run as smoothly as possible.  

Main Entrance - Dismissal is at 3:30 p.m. and we ask that you do not arrive to pick up your student and park in the loop before 3:00 p.m.  Please be sure to pull as far forward as you can in the loop at the front of the school when dropping off or picking up your student.  This helps to alleviate backups in the roundabout and get as many cars off of 80th Ave. as quickly as possible. Also, please pick up your student on the outside of the loop, not the inside. We do not want students passing in between cars as this is not safe.   

Student Parking Lot - To keep our students safe, please do not park in our student parking lot while you wait to pick up your student(s) after school. 

Roundabout - The roundabout is part of the road.  Please do not park in the roundabout while waiting for dismissal time. This blocks the flow of eastbound traffic and prevents traffic exiting to the east from leaving campus as well. Please do not stop and pick up your student in the roundabout or on 80th Ave.

Fire Station - As traffic backs up on southbound Alkire, please be sure to leave room for our first responders to exit the firehouse safely and without obstruction.  Do not block the exit of their garage.

82nd Ave. - Please pay attention to posted road signs along 82nd Ave.  There are multiple speedbumps on 82nd Ave., making it necessary to go the speed limit or slower to ensure safe driving and prevent damage to your vehicle.  There are also multiple No Parking signs along 82nd Ave. next to the school's property.  Please do not park there to pick up your student.  Finally, and most importantly, please do not park across the street and ask for your student to run across 80th Ave. to be picked up. This is highly dangerous!

Thank you for your continued diligence when driving in and around Ralston Valley.

25th Anniversary Celebration - Planning Committee

Next Meeting Thursday, April 10th at 6:30 p.m.

It's hard to believe but Ralston Valley High School will celebrate its 25th Anniversary this year! This significant milestone is a time to reflect on our achievements, honor our history and celebrate the continued growth and promise of our school community, including our current and future Mustangs!

We would like to extend an invitation to all members of our school community -- students, parents, current and former teachers, staff, and administration, and alumni- as well as our surrounding community to join in planning this celebration. We believe  that everyone’s ideas and input will help make this celebration truly special.

Your participation is vital as we come together to create an event that reflects the spirit of our school and community.  

We look forward to seeing you there and hearing your ideas! Please reach out with any questions. 

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 parents/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. 

Internship Opportunities

Jeffco regularly updates their list of internships available for students.  The current list includes internships at Colorado School of Mines, Jeffco IT, Vivacity Tech PBC, Planetary Science Institute, and the Office of Senator Cutter.  To view the list, follow these steps:

Visit jeffcopublicschools.org/community

Scroll down to "Partner Offers" and select "View Partner Offers"

Change the category at the top to "Internships" to view the current opportunities

Virtual College Fair

The National Association for College Admission Counseling is holding a virtual college fair on Sunday, March 23, 2025 from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. with over 50 colleges from the US, Canada, the UK, and Japan in attendance.  Click here to register.

Colorado Volunteerism/Community Service Scholarship

The Colorado Council on High School/College Relations is offering sixteen $1,500 scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Colorado with a strong record of volunteerism/community service.  Students must attend a college/university within the state of Colorado in the fall.  For more information and to apply, click here.  The deadline to apply has been EXTENDED to March 22, 2025.  

Jeffco PTA Scholarship

Jeffco PTA is offering multiple $1,000 scholarships for any college, university or technical school program.  Applicants will need to write an essay describing how they have been involved in and/or advocated for their community.  Click here for a link to the application.  The deadline to apply is March 31, 2025.

Cameron Holland Scholarship

The Cameron Holland Scholarship has been established in Cameron's memory and is awarding a $7,355 scholarship to an RVHS senior that has established academic, athletic, and character traits that are complimentary to Cameron's memory.  Click here for applicant requirements and for the application.  The deadline to apply is April 11, 2025.  

Manning Scholarship

Manning Middle School is offering a $500 scholarship to graduating seniors who attended Manning for 7th and 8th grades.  The scholarship can be used at an accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-technical school.  Click here for more information.  Applications are available in the counseling office and the deadline to apply is April 11, 2025.

Outdoor Lab Foundation Scholarship

The Outdoor Lab Foundation is offering three $2,000 scholarships to senior students who have served as High School Leaders or Interns at Mount Blue Sky or Windy Peak.  Students can use the award at any private or public vocational training program, college, or university.  Click here for the application.  The deadline to apply is May 4, 2025.

Advisement 

Advisement classes for 9th and 10th grade students will resume the week of March 31st.

Please click HERE to access the course syllabus for Advisement which explains the purpose, key components, and expectations, including grading and attendance.  

Reminder - If your student has Advisement on Thursday mornings, it will be from 8:15 to 9:00 a.m. before the start of I.C.E.