Day Without Hate 2026

A Day Without Hate is a student-led, grassroots organization that promotes non-violence, respect, and unity within our schools.  It started 20 years ago.  Help your student join their classmates in ending school violence and promoting peace.  By encouraging students to be tolerant, friendly, and kind, we can create a better world.  The price of the T-shirt is $6 for S-XL, $8 for 2XL, and $10 for 3XL-5XL.  

Use this link to order your shirt today. Orders are due by March 27th.  We will wear them as a school community on April 23rd.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1A5L32YQdoZxyr3fx3uKGovxqzJpnIMkl/view?usp=sharing 

Business Pathway Opportunity

Ralston Valley’s Business Pathway is looking for community and business partners to join us for an upcoming Practice Interview and Networking Event. This is a fantastic opportunity to help our Business students sharpen their professional communication and interviewing skills in an authentic setting.

• When: Tuesday, April 7th from 8:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m.

• Where: Ralston Valley High School

• Details: No experience is necessary; we provide the questions and instructions. Students will bring their resumes and questions about your industry!

Interested? SIGN UP!

Senior Bulletin

The first edition of the Senior Bulletin for the class of 2026 has been sent to households of seniors.  Be sure to check your inbox for detailed information related to the following:

• Graduation Website

• Senior Signs: Click here for additional details and to order by March 15.  

NOTE: Proceeds benefit RVHS After Prom.

• Senior Banners:  Click here for additional details to order by April 27.  

NOTE: Proceeds benefit RVHS After Prom.

• Senior Panoramic Picture:  Order here.

• Save The Date: Parent Graduation Meeting: Wednesday, April 8 at 6:30 PM.

Student 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 (closest the the sidewalk), 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 on 80th- 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 and we have shared with students that this is not permitted!

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

Girls Basketball - The Lady Mustangs pushed themselves to the brink of the Sweet 16 in the CHSAA 6A Girls Basketball State Tournament, but their season came to a heartbreaking end in a dramatic battle against Eaglecrest High School last Saturday at the Mustang Range.

In front of an energized home crowd, the two teams traded momentum throughout the first half. Both squads battled defensively and answered each other’s runs, keeping the game tight heading into the break.

The turning point came in the third quarter when Eaglecrest found a rhythm offensively and built a 13-point lead, putting the Mustangs in a difficult position. But true to the identity they’ve shown all season, the Mustangs refused to fold.

With their season hanging in the balance, they mounted an incredible fourth-quarter comeback. Possession by possession, they chipped away at the deficit with relentless defense, timely baskets, and sheer determination. Their effort paid off when the Mustangs clawed their way back to take the lead with just 15 seconds remaining, setting up what seemed to be a storybook finish.

After a strong defensive stand on the final possession, the Raptors launched one last shot as time expired. The ball bounced around the rim twice before finally falling through, giving Eaglecrest a narrow 54–53 victory in one of the most dramatic finishes of the tournament.

Though the result was heartbreaking, the Lady Mustangs showed tremendous heart, resilience, and competitive spirit. Their fight until the final buzzer reflected the character of the program and capped off a season full of growth, toughness, and pride.

Congratulations on a great season, Lady Mustangs. 

Boys Basketball - The Mustangs boys basketball team is headed back to the Elite Eight for the second year in a row, continuing an impressive postseason run in the CHSAA 6A Boys Basketball State Tournament.

The Mustangs opened the playoffs with a dominant performance against Heritage High School, rolling to an 83–48 victory in front of a great home crowd at the Mustang Range last Friday night. With balanced scoring, strong defensive pressure, and outstanding ball movement, the team set the tone early and never looked back.

They carried that momentum into Tuesday night’s Sweet 16 match-up against Regis Jesuit High School, earning a convincing 60–43 win to punch their ticket to the quarterfinals. The Mustangs controlled the game with disciplined defense and efficient offense, continuing the level of play that has defined their season.

Now the stage shifts to the Denver Coliseum, where the Mustangs will face George Washington High School tonight at 8:30 p.m. in the state quarterfinals.

If you’re planning to attend and support the Mustangs as they continue their playoff run, tickets can be purchased here:
https://www.axs.com/events/1329875/chsaa-great-8-basketball-2026-6a-evening-session-tickets

Let’s pack the Coliseum and cheer on the Mustangs! 

Track & Field - The Mustang track and field team kicked off its season yesterday by hosting the annual Mustang Invite at Jeffco Stadium, and it was a tremendous start to the spring season. Competing across the full slate of running, jumping, and throwing events, Mustang athletes delivered strong performances throughout the meet.

By the end of the day, the team’s depth and effort paid off in a big way — both the boys and girls teams captured the overall team championships, an impressive way to open the season on their home track.

Several Mustangs also claimed individual and relay event victories.

Event winners included:

• Girls 800 Sprint Medley Relay: Bailee Cummin, Stella Yannett, Teagan Strain, and Brynna Hettick

• Boys 800 Sprint Medley Relay: Tyler Rundus, Mason Lang, Gavin King, and Alex Steven

• Jessica Cannizarro: Both the Girls 100M Hurdles and 300M Hurdles

• Boys 4x100M Relay: Gabriel Carney, Clark Osborn, Lance Reinhardt, and Luis Madera

• Owen Grimes: Boys 3200M Run

• Boys 4x400M Relay: Matteo Quinto, Harry Kelloff, Eduardo de Cesare, and Cole Jacobsen

• Karsyn Kline: Both the Girls Shot Put and Discus

• Josh Stencel: Boys Shot Put

• Ethan Shirazi: Boys Long Jump

• Mason Lang: Boys Triple Jump

With strong early-season performances across the board, the Mustangs set a great tone for the spring and demonstrated the depth and competitiveness of the program.

The Columbine Invite scheduled for this Saturday has been postponed!  Stay tuned for a make-up date! 

Boy's Swim & Dive - The Mustang swim & dive team opened its season in impressive fashion last Saturday with a 230–109 victory over Valor Christian High School. From the first event through the final relay, the Mustangs showed strong depth and early-season form, setting the tone for what looks to be a promising year in the pool.

One of the most encouraging signs of the meet was the number of athletes already reaching state qualifying standards — an impressive accomplishment this early in the season when many swimmers are still building toward peak form.

Congratulations to the following Mustangs who punched their ticket to state:

• Logan Gamsen — 100 Freestyle

• Kaiden Riviera — 100 Breaststroke

• Sean Tracy — 500 Freestyle

In addition to those qualifying performances, several other Mustang swimmers posted times just shy of the state standard, signaling the team’s depth and potential as the season progresses.

It was an outstanding start for the program and a great early indicator of the work the athletes and coaches have put in during the offseason. The Mustangs look forward to building on this momentum as the season continues.

Girls Soccer -  The Lady Mustangs first game scheduled for tonight vs. Fruita Monument has been canceled.  They hope to open the season vs. Durango on Saturday at RVHS.  Game time is scheduled for noon but may change depending on the weather.  

Girls Lacrosse - Weather permitting, the Mustangs Girls Lacrosse team hopes to open their season on Saturday at noon vs. Palmer Ridge at Trailblazer Stadium.  Good luck to them!  

Boys Lacrosse - The opener tonight for the boys lacrosse team has also been postponed due to the weather and has been rescheduled for Monday, 3/9 at 6:00 p.m. at Legacy Stadium vs. Cherokee Trail HS.  

Baseball - The opening game for the baseball team is next Thursday, 3/12 as they travel to Castle Rock to take on Castle View HS.  Game time is set for 4:00 p.m. 

Girls Tennis -  The defending state champion girls tennis team is currently opening up their season in Grand Junction at the Western Slope Open.  Stay tuned for results! 

Girls Golf - Our girls golf team has their first match of the season on Monday as they travel to Plum Creek GC to take on three other opponents! 

Monday, Mar. 9 - Silver Day

Tuesday, Mar. 10 - White Day

Wednesday, Mar. 11 - Blue Day   

Thursday, Mar. 12 - White Day

Friday, Mar. 13 - Blue Day

Upcoming College Visits

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

University of Utah - Tuesday, Mar. 10 - 11:45 a.m.

SUNY Binghamton - Tuesday, Mar. 17 - 9:00 a.m.

Jeffco Internship Interviewing Event

Jeffco will sponsor an Interviewing Event for summer and fall internships on April 2. 

If your student is interested in an internship, please follow these instructions:

Complete the Student Interest Form

Finding & Applying for Internships:

1. Visit jeffcopublicschools.org/community.

2. Click “View Partner Offers” and filter the Category to “Internships.”

3. Students should apply directly in PIE (Parterns in Education) by following the "Learn More" instructions.

4. Partners will contact students directly to schedule interviews either at the interviewing event or at another time/place.

5. Applying does not guarantee an interview, and an interview does not guarantee an offer. You should keep checking PIE for new postings!

Important Event Details (April 2)

• Location: 581 Conference Place.

• Check PIE: Each posting will specify if the interview is at the event or scheduled independently.

• Open Invite: Based on feedback, students who are highly interested in these businesses are welcome to attend the event to network, even if they don't have a pre-scheduled interview.

Westminster Parks, Recreation & Libraries Job Fair

The city of Westminster is hosting a job fair with seasonal and part-time postitions available.  Areas of employment include golf courses, summer camps, aquatics, park maintenance, athletics, and more.  Click here for more information.

Date: Saturday, March 7, 2026

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Place: City Park Recreation Center, Westminster

Transportation & Construction Summer Career Weeks for Girls

The HOYA Foundation hosts a FREE week-long summer camp for females ages 13-23 who are interested in a career in the transporation and/or construction industries.  Applicants may choose one of three weeks in June to attend.  Participants visit different host company sites throughout the week and lunch is provided daily.  For more information and to apply, click here.    

NextGrad Scholarship

All current seniors who are either a first-generation college-bound student or have a significant financial need may apply for the NextGrad $500 scholarship.  The scholarship can be used for a two- or four-year college or trade school.  One student from Ralston Valley WILL win this award.  Click here to apply.  The application deadline is March 14, 2026.

Lisa Nelson Memorial Scholarship

RVHS 12th grade student-athletes are invited to apply for the $5,000 Lisa Nelson Memorial Scholarship.  Lisa was a physical education teacher and head volleyball coach at RV who lost her life to cervical cancer.  This scholarship was established to commemorate her life and ensure others are touched by her legacy.  Click here for a link to the scholarship application.  The deadline to apply is May 15, 2026.