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.

Opening Night of "Walk Two Moons"

Manestage Theater kicked off its production of Walk Two Moons on Thursday with a stunning opening night performance! The talented cast brought the beloved story to life with remarkable depth and emotion, while the dedicated crew ensured every scene was seamlessly executed. The production captivated the audience, leaving them in awe! It was a truly unforgettable evening that showcased the incredible talent of everyone involved!

Friday nights performance has been postponed due to weather and will now take place Saturday at 2:00 p.m.  Those who have purchased tickets for Friday should check their inbox for information regarding their options.  

Let it snow!!!

Across the state, the snow wreaked havoc this week on the CHSAA post- season.  Games have been shuffled around and we think we have everything figured out (for now).

Thank you to all of the families that came out on Tuesday to the winter sports preseason meeting.  It was great to see so many faces and to feel the excitement of the start of another season.  Girls Swim and Dive, Ice Hockey and Basketball seasons begin next week with Hockey on Monday (11/11) followed by all others on 11/18.  

Soccer - The boys were one of a handful of games to be completed on Tuesday night before the rest of the metro area fell victim to this season's first significant snowfall. The host Mustangs played a great game to beat Grandview 4-2.  This marks their third straight trip to the quarterfinals.  The tournament moves to a neutral site at Englewood where Ralston Valley will battle top-seeded Northfield.  The game has been moved from Saturday to Sunday to allow for a proper pitch.  Come out at 1:20 to support the team.  Tickets are available on GoFan.

Volleyball - After a 3-1 showing in Colorado Springs last week, the girls turned their attention immediately to this weekend's regionals.  Like soccer, their regional date has been moved from Saturday to Sunday.  The move is in large part to support the safe travel of one of their opponents, Durango.  The Mustangs take on Durango on Sunday morning at 11:30 and will follow that contest with a potential Regional Championship game against the host school, Legend at 1:30.  The winner moves on to next week's State Championships.  Come out and cheer the Mustangs on to victory this Sunday.  Tickets are available through GoFan.

Football - This year, having a first-round bye is a good thing for two reasons.  First, it means they had a great year finishing 9-1 and they earned the #3 seed for the playoffs. Second, the Mustangs didn't need to worry about when, where, and how they would play a game this weekend.  They do know they will play the winner of Sunday's game between Arvada West and Fort Collins next Saturday.  Game time is TBD.  As semifinalists the last two seasons, this team is hungry to punch through to a championship game this year. Good luck Mustangs!

Winter sports registration is now underway!  If your student would like to participate in basketball (boys & girls), girls swim & dive, wrestling, or ice hockey….please register on the RVHS Athletics Website: https://ralstonvalleyhs.rschoolteams.com/

You will need a valid athletic physical to register.  Information, instructions, and blank physical forms are also located on the RVHS Athletics Website.

Deadline to register for Ice Hockey: 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 8.

Deadline to register for all other winter sports: 3 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11.

Ticketing is moving to GoFan for all events. - Starting Monday, October 14, all Jeffco event ticket sales will be sold through GoFan or at the door.  Sales will remain cashless.  All ticketed sporting events must be purchased through the app.  It is highly encouraged to purchase tickets ahead of time to avoid lines at the gate.

CLICK HERE to learn more about the new online ticketing system.

Join Jeffco's Ski Team

Did you know Jeffco has a competitive ski team?  This program is run out of Evergreen High School.  They have both Alpine and Nordic teams.

Please visit the Evergreen High School athletics website to register, and to get more information: https://evergreenhs.rschoolteams.com/

• Monday, Nov. 11 - Blue Day

• Tuesday, Nov. 12 - White Day

• Wednesday, Nov. 13 - Blue Day

• Thursday, Nov. 14 - White Day

• Friday, Nov. 15 -  Blue Day

Senior Seminar Session #4 Make-Up

If your student missed Senior Seminar this week, there will be a make-up session for Session #4 on Thursday morning next week.  Seniors who need to attend the make-up session will receive an email from their counselor regarding time and place.

Financial Aid Presentation

At RV's recent College Night, Brooke Geraghty from Colorado Mesa University imparted a plethora of timely information regarding financial aid.  For those that were unable to attend, she has graciously shared her slide show with us here.

Tackling Tough Topics with Teens

Jeffco Public Health is offering a virtual session for parents and guardians to introduce the essential elements of effective communication to build trust and reduce risk for teens.  Participants will receive a workbook with resources for ongoing support.  For more information and to register, click here.

Date: Thursday, November 14, 2024

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Advisement 

Advisement classes will not take place next week due to the snow day on Friday, November 8, and the schedule adjustment of a Blue Day on Monday, November 11.  Classes will resume the week of November 18.

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.