Graduation Announcements, etc. Delivery

Jostens will be in the main lobby from 11:40 a.m. to 1:50 p.m. on Wednesday, March 12 to deliver graduation announcements and other graduation related merchandise.  

Please be reminded that caps and gown distribution occurs during the week prior to the graduation ceremonies on Friday, May 16.

Day Without Hate Week April 21-25

A Day Without Hate is a student-led, grassroots organization that promotes non-violence, respect, and unity within our schools.  The hope is that by encouraging students to be tolerant, friendly, and kind, and teaching them that there are non-violent solutions to problems, as a community we can create a better world.   

If you are interested in ordering a DWOH shirt to wear on Thursday, April 24th, please follow the directions in this document. All orders will be placed individually and then delivered to RV for distribution. 

(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.

Our Speech and Debate students delivered an outstanding performance at the 5A State Tournament! Competing with skillful arguments, compelling acting, and persuasive expertise, our team of 17 students fought their way into the top rounds. Next, they’re off to the National Qualifiers on Friday and Saturday, March 7-8, where they’ll compete for a chance to advance to the highest level of competition this summer. Best of luck to our talented students!

Lucia del Bano Edwards & Joelle Blatt were Octofinalists in Public Forum Debate.

Sophia Hollinder was an Octofinalist and undefeated in the preliminary competition rounds in Lincoln Douglas Debate.

Evey Thacker was a finalist in Original Oratory.

Well done to all 5A State Competitors!

25th Anniversary Celebration - Planning Committee

Next Meeting Thursday, March 13th 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. 

RVHS College Admissions Night for the Class of 2026

Designed for current juniors and their parents, this is the annual kickoff to the college search and application process.  The RV counselors will provide guidance for each stage of the process, including how to make the most of a campus visit, build a college list, create a compelling application, fund your education, and how RV supports the process.  RSVPs are encouraged but not required.

Date: Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Time: 6:30 p.m.

Place: RVHS Auditorium

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.

Sierra Elementary PTA Scholarship

The Sierra Elementary School PTA is offering up to $2,000 in scholarship awards.  Awards offered will range from $500 to $1,000.  Applicants must have attended Sierra Elementary for at least one year and funds may be used for post-secondary education at a two- or four-year college or university, technical school, or professional certificate program.  Click here for an application.  The deadline to apply is May 1, 2025.

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 is March 15, 2025.  

Warder Elementary School Scholarship

 Warder Elementary is offering a $1,000 scholarship to graduating seniors who attended Warder for at least one full year and plan to enroll as a full-time student in college or other eligible post-secondary institution.  Click here for the application.  The deadline to apply is April 11, 2025.

West Woods Elementary PTSA Scholarship

West Woods Elementary PTSA is offering three $500 scholarships to graduating seniors who attended West Woods for two years or more.  The scholarship is to be used towards tuition or educational needs at any college or trade school.  Click here for more information and the application.  The deadline to apply is March 30, 2025.

Advisement 

Next week, students will learn about make-it-stick notetaking strategies in 9th grade  Advisement classes.  In 10th grade classes, the lessons will focus on healthy decision-making.

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.