november 6, 2026
november 6, 2026
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Preview Ralston Valley Night
Incoming 9th grade students and families, join us for our annual information night!
Choice Enrollment 2027-28 Opens Soon
Ralston Valley families, get ready to enroll! Round One of EnrollJeffco opens December 1 for the 2027-28 school year. Whether you're returning to our school or exploring your options for the first time, we're excited to welcome you! Visit www.enrolljeffco.org to learn more about the enrollment process and important dates.
Looking ahead to the 2027-28 school year? Jeffco families can explore their neighborhood school and school choice options using School Finder. Discover school programs, offerings, and more to find the right fit for your student. Round One of enrollment opens December 1!
Why Enrollment Matters
Completing enrollment helps our school and district plan ahead for staffing, classrooms, resources, and student support. Mark your calendar for December 1 and get ready to enroll through EnrollJeffco. Questions? Contact EJSupport@jeffco.k12.co.us.
Fall PSAT/NMSQT Score Reports
Fall PSAT/NMSQT Score Reports
Score reports from our fall PSAT/NMSQT administration are now available! Students will need a College Board account to view their scores. Students can sign in or create an account here.
If your student cannot view their scores, they should call the College Board’s PSAT Student Customer Service at 1-866-630-9305.
PSAT/NMSQT Score Report Resources:
Tips for Helping Students with Next Steps: Offers a list of recommendations to help students get even more out of their scores.
PSAT/NMSQT Fee
PSAT/NMSQT Fee
Thank you to all of our students who took the PSAT/NMSQT on Tuesday, October 6th! The fee for this test has been added to your student's online payment system. Please go to the Ralston Valley website to pay the $14 fee online: https://ralstonvalley.jeffcopublicschools.org/enroll/registration-fees.
The deadline for payment was October 2nd. Please pay ASAP.
Contact your counselor with additional questions.
Volunteer Opportunity: Help Senior English Students Practice Interview Skills!
RV’s English 12 Career Exploration students are practicing job interview skills, and we need your help!
We are looking for volunteers to conduct mock job interviews. These interview sessions are designed as general practice to help students build confidence in their professional communication skills, practice answering common interview questions, and receive constructive feedback. Volunteer interviewers will be provided with sample general questions and a feedback form (no industry-specific knowledge is required).
Mock Job Interviews will run Tuesday, December 8, from 8:30 - 10:30 and 2:00 - 3:30, and Wednesday, December 9 from 2:00 - 3:30.
If you are interested in helping our seniors prepare for the work world, please fill out this form . If you have questions, please contact Jen Hoefer or Laura Ray. Thank you!
Pre-Arranged Absences
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.
More information about attendance can be accessed HERE .
Student Drop Off and Pick Up
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.
Traffic Reminders from Arvada Police Department
Please do NOT stop or park in the roundabout on W 80th Ave. until the car line begins to move/flow. Those waiting on the south side of W 80th Ave. just west of the roundabout need to wait there until they see the line begin to move. This usually takes a few minutes after the bell rings so please be patient. Those who attempt to stop or park in the roundabout before the line begins to move will not be allowed to stay there and will be directed to move (by continuing east) or will be ticketed by Arvada Police. This is essential for efficient traffic flow and will help the pick-up process run smoothly. It also helps to keep that area clear for emergency vehicles.
activities
activities
Ralston Valley DECA is Looking for Parent Volunteers
Our RVHS DECA chapter is off to a great start (with over 50 members this year) and your students are already doing AMAZING things! We would love to invite you to become a bigger part of what we are building at Ralston Valley!
DECA is about so much more than competitions. Our students are learning to communicate professionally, solve real business problems, lead teams, develop entrepreneurial ideas, and operate businesses. One of the most valuable opportunities we can provide is connecting them with professionals and parents in our own community. For just $30 annually, parents, family members, and business professionals can become official DECA Professional Members and help us prepare the next generation of business leaders.
That's where you come in! We have several opportunities for parents and business partners to share their time, expertise, and connections:
No business background or volunteer commitment is required! Whether you have an hour to share, connections that could benefit our students, or simply want to support the chapter through membership, we would love to have you involved. To Join:
Complete the RVHS DECA Professional Membership & Involvement Form.
Attach your $30 annual membership payment in cash or a check payable to RVHS.
Select any areas where you would be interested in volunteering or sharing your expertise.
Return your completed form and payment (just have your student drop it off) to Room W2220.
Questions? Email DECA Advisor Jen Newhouse jen.newhouse@jeffco.k12.co.us
Fall Play November 5-7
Tickets are on sale now for Ralston Valley Manestage Theatre Company's production of Our Town. This classic American play, written by Thornton Wilder, won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1938, and despite the near century that has passed, it is still a show that reminds its audience that life is a gift.
Dallen Shaw, a cast member, says that working on the show "has made me notice the small things in my life that, as a kid, may have amazed me, but now I've started to overlook. Nothing big, just little blessings that I have, like my family, friends, and the seasons changing. The things that you sometimes forget to notice that make life beautiful."
If you would like a chance to see this incredible show, be sure to buy tickets on the GoFan app. The production will run Thursday-Saturday, November 5th-7th, with shows starting at 7:00 PM.
Ralston Valley PTSA
The Ralston Valley PTSA is looking forward to another great school year supporting the students and staff at Ralston Valley. Please take a moment and register for the PTSA by following the link at the bottom of the page. By registering, we will be able to contact you to let you know what is happening with the PTSA. Please register by using this link:
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/rvptsa/shop
In addition to registering for the PTSA, we are looking for volunteers to serve this year and hopefully beyond. We have positions that may be ideal for parents of freshmen, as they can serve for the entire time their student is at the school. Please look at the Board page to see if there are any open positions that interest you. Should you find a position that interests you, please email the PTSA at rvptsa@gmail.com, and we can get you in touch with the previous person to get you trained up and pass along the needed information.
As of now, we will have meetings in person at the school. By registering, we will have your email address, and we will contact you through email with the same information should things change.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the PTSA at rvptsa@gmail.com
CRAM Corner is Open
NHS students are trained and ready to be peer tutors! Kind, approachable, knowledgeable, and FREE! Come and get academic help at Cram Corner! Every Wednesday at 3:30-4:30 in the Library!
athletics
athletics
Winter Sports Registration
Registration for winter sports is now open. If your student would like to participate in boys' or girls' basketball, girls' swim & dive, ice hockey or wrestling...please visit the RV Athletics website to register: https://www.ralstonvalleymustangs.com/
Click on 'REGISTRATION' and choose '2026-2027 Athletic Registration' to register. Please read the instructions and remember that you will need to upload a valid CHSAA physical to the registration.
Deadlines to Register:
Wrestling, Girls Basketball & Boys Basketball: 12:00 p.m., Friday Nov. 13th
Ice Hockey Tryouts
RV Hockey Is Almost Here! 🏒
The puck is about to drop on another exciting season of Ralston Valley CHSAA Hockey! Whether you're a returning player or interested in joining the team for the first time, mark your calendar for our upcoming parent/player informational meeting and tryouts.
🥅 CHSAA Hockey Tryouts
Monday, November 9
Tuesday, November 10
Thursday, November 12
All sessions: 6:00–7:00 AM at the APEX Ice Arena 13150 W. 72nd Ave., Arvada, CO 80005
We’re excited to field three CHSAA teams this season — Level 3 (L3), Junior Varsity, and Varsity — offering opportunities for players to compete and grow as Mustangs on the ice!
🏒 Ready to hit the ice? Be sure to visit the RV Athletics website to complete player registration and review the requirements before tryouts.
We can't wait to see our Mustangs on the ice! Let's make it a great season!
Athletics Update
Athletics Update
Dance - The Mustang varsity dance team launched their competitive season in absolute fairytale fashion last weekend, taking the floor at the USA Regional Competition at Skyview Academy and making an explosive early-season statement! Setting an unmatched standard of precision, choreography, and high-octane performance, Ralston Valley swept the floor to take home 1st place in every single category they entered—Game Day, Pom, and Jazz!
That dominant triple-crown victory serves as the perfect launchpad for the biggest night of their local season. The Mustangs step right back into the spotlight this week on Wednesday night, taking center stage on home floor as hosts of the Jeffco 5A League Championships! Ralston Valley will be hunting history as they look to capture their 6th consecutive 5A Jeffco League Title in front of the home crowd.
Cheer - The Mustang cheer team launched their high-flying 2026 competitive season last weekend, hitting the mat for their debut performance at the National Western Complex! Facing early-season competition and judges' panels, Ralston Valley put their skills, athleticism, and spirit to the test, taking away invaluable feedback and technical insights to polish their routine as they lock in for championship season.
That opening performance served as the perfect launchpad, and now the Mustangs are ready to unleash their refined, upgraded routine right back on home floor!
Ralston Valley hosts the 5A Jeffco League Championships this Tuesday night in the main gymnasium, competing against conference rivals with a league title hanging in the balance.
Football - The Mustang football team put on an instant classic last Friday night, travelling on the road for the featured 9News Game of the Week and coming away with a thrilling, hard-fought 31-30 victory over ThunderRidge! Ralston Valley came out firing on all cylinders, storming out of the gate to build a fast 17-0 advantage in the opening quarter before stretching the cushion to a commanding 24-0 lead. ThunderRidge mounted a ferocious second-half comeback to cut the deficit to 24-17, but the Mustangs executed under pressure to rebuild a 31-24 lead in the final frame.
The drama reached a fever pitch in the final minute of regulation when the Grizzlies scored to pull within a single point at 31-30. With the entire game on the line, the Mustang defense stepped up for the ultimate clutch moment, slamming the door on ThunderRidge's go-ahead two-point conversion attempt to lock down the thrilling road win and cap off a 7-3 regular season!
That gritty regular-season finale officially secured Ralston Valley the #9 seed in the CHSAA 5A State Playoff bracket! Postseason action kicks off right back on home turf tonight, Friday, November 6th, as the Mustangs host #24 Castle View at the NAAC at 7:30 p.m.
Volleyball - The Mustang volleyball team wrapped up their regular season last weekend against Colorado's absolute elite, competing in the powerhouse Colorado Invite down in Colorado Springs! Ralston Valley stormed out of the gates on Friday with relentless energy and clutch execution, pulling off a heart-pounding 3-2 victory over Monarch before powering past Palmer Ridge 3-1 to punch their ticket straight into the championship bracket semifinals. Facing state-championship-caliber opposition on Saturday, the Mustangs fought through two grueling matches—falling 3-0 to a dangerous Rampart squad and dropping a tight 3-1 battle to Alamosa—to capture a impressive 4th-place tournament finish overall.
That elite competition served as the ultimate trial by fire, because the real postseason crusade begins tonight! Ralston Valley travels to Cherry Creek High School for high-stakes CHSAA Regional action, taking on Centaurus at 5:30 p.m. followed immediately by host Cherry Creek at 7:00 p.m.
The equation is simple: secure back-to-back victories tonight, sweep the pod, and the Mustangs will punch their return ticket to the CHSAA 5A State Championship at the Denver Coliseum for the second consecutive year!
Boy's Soccer - The Mustang boys soccer team continued their postseason dominance this past week, putting on a show under the Tuesday night lights at the NAAC to march straight into the CHSAA 5A State Quarterfinals! Coming off an opening-round shutout over Boulder, Ralston Valley took the pitch for a high-stakes Sweet 16 clash against #22 seed Grandview. The Mustangs seized complete control from the opening whistle, suffocating the Wolves with relentless pressure, striking early, and putting on a clinical offensive display to blow open a commanding 5-1 victory! With that statement win, Ralston Valley has reached the State Quarterfinals for a staggering fifth consecutive year, proving once again that their playoff pedigree is second to none!
The path to the state championship trophy runs right through Arvada this weekend. The #6-seeded Mustangs remain on home turf to clash with Grand Junction this Saturday at 1:00 p.m. at the NAAC, with a coveted spot in the 5A Final Four hanging in the balance. A victory on Saturday sends Ralston Valley straight to DU's CIBER Field for the state semifinals on Tuesday.
Unified Bowling
Ms. Silburn' students were joined by Mrs. Buenning and Ms. Abrams as they competed in league championships this week. Great job, Mustangs!
Mustang Gear
Mustang Gear
RVHS SPIRIT GEAR: SHOW YOUR MUSTANG PRIDE! Represent RV in style!
Shop custom Ralston Valley apparel, spirit wear & more at the RV Online School Store.
LIMITED-TIME OFFER: NOV. 6-27
Use Code: LOCAL15 | Purchase $79+ and get 15% OFF & FREE SHIPPING
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Counseling Department
Counseling Department
Upcoming College Visits at Ralston Valley
Upcoming College Visits at Ralston Valley
Representatives from the following colleges will be in the RVHS Counseling Office on these dates and times. Please sign up in Schoolinks:
Representatives from the following colleges will be in the RVHS Counseling Office on these dates and times. Please sign up in Schoolinks:
University of Colorado at Denver, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 10:00 a.m.
Colorado State University-Pueblo, Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2:00 p.m.
Colorado Mesa University, Thursday, Nov. 12, 10:00 p.m.
University of Nebraska - Lincoln, Thursday, Nov. 12, 2:00 p.m.
College Admissions Kickoff
College Admissions Kickoff
Attention Class of 2028
The RV Counselors will host our annual college planning event, focusing on building a college list, crafting a strong application, reducing costs, and how RV supports the process. This year, we are holding the kickoff earlier in the year to help junior families plan.
When: Wednesday, November 11, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Where: Ralston Valley High School Library
Warren Tech Open House
Warren Tech Open House
December 3, 2026 | 4:00pm. - 8:00p.m. | All Warren Tech Campuses
The Open House is the #1 way to experience Warren Tech as a potential student, and we highly recommend it! NOTE: This is a self-guided experience, but there are informational presentations throughout the evening.
Please encourage students and their families to attend for an up-close view of Warren Tech.
Students and families can visit multiple campuses in one evening. Programs listed by campus can be found here: https://warrentech.jeffcopublicschools.org/about/directory
RVHS College & Career Planning Series
RVHS College & Career Planning Series
For a quick "save-the-date" guide to all of RV's college and career events throughout the year, click here. Please contact your student's counselor with questions.
Off campus policy
Off campus policy
To help keep students as safe as possible, RVHS students are not allowed to walk off campus at any time.
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, parents/guardians of 10th-grade students can give permission for their child to leave campus with the expectation that they are following the local and state driving laws. Once the form has been submitted by a parent/guardian, the student must visit the front office to obtain an 'off-campus' sticker for their Student ID.
Please click on this FORM to give your sophomore child the ability to leave campus with your permission. Students with a valid sticker can begin leaving campus during approved periods on Monday, August 24, 2026.
Our campus is not closed to our 11th and 12th grade students and they may leave campus.
Advisement Corner
Advisement Corner
Ralston Valley Advisement was developed by a team of teachers, counselors, and administrators who determined that relationships would be the foundational theme of this course. By giving 9th and 10th grade students an adult mentor who they can trust, an older peer mentor (9th grade), and combining that with a community of peers, Advisement encourages a sense of belonging that can be felt throughout their first two years of high school at RV. 9th and 10th graders will meet once a week on designated Silver Days (typically Mondays). When possible, students will keep their Advisement Teacher for both 9th and 10th grades, receiving 0.125 credits per semester on a Pass/Fail basis. If a student missed five or more Advisement classes, they will automatically fail the course. Makeup sessions and or activities will be offered throughout the semester.
Please click HERE to access the course information for Advisement that explains the purpose, key components, and expectations, including grading and attendance.
Next week, students in 9th Grade Advisement will work with mentor students in the RV Wellness Collective, to develop strategies for balancing their workload. 10th Grade Advisement will watch a presentation from the Robbie's Hope Foundation in the auditorium with their Advisement teachers.
Reminder - If your student has Advisement on Thursday mornings, it will be from 8:15 to 9:00 a.m. before the start of Access.
Schedule for the Upcoming week
Schedule for the Upcoming week
Monday, Nov. 9 - Silver Day
Tuesday, Nov. 10 - White Day
Wednesday, Nov. 11- Blue Day
Thursday, Nov.12 - White Day
Friday, Nov. 13 - Blue Day
Ralston Valley Happenings
Ralston Valley Happenings
Mustang Merit Awards October 2026
Each month, teachers nominate students for our Mustang Merit Award, which is meant to recognize and celebrate students who exemplify the values of our school: integrity, respect, inclusivity, perseverance, honesty, empathy, and motivation.
This award is about more than achievement, it’s an opportunity to recognize students whose kindness, character, effort, growth, and positive contributions make a meaningful impact on our community. We want students to know that the different ways they contribute and make Ralston Valley a better place are seen and valued.
Award winners for the month of October: Eaven Lovato - Respect, Eleanor Lytle - Integrity, Isaac Espinoza - Integrity, Empathy, Payton Ninesling - Motivation, Christian Martin - Motivation, Moises Lara - Integrity, Ansley Ammon - Integrity, Respect, Inclusivity, and Motivation, Bella Boulas - Perseverance, Leah Hwang - Perseverance, Devyn Adame - Respect, Perseverance, and Motivation, Miguel Angel Huizar - Perseverance, Mila Morishita - Integrity, Ellie Zanon - Perseverance, Max Wheeler - Integrity, Empathy, Joey McCormick - Perseverance, Evelyn Parle - Perseverance, Kaylee Vestad - Integrity, Respect, Honesty, and Motivation, Riley Stewart - Integrity, Respect, Inclusivity, Empathy, and Motivation, Tag Edwards - Integrity, Inclusivity, and Motivation, Kacie Kirchhevel - Integrity, Respect, and Motivation, Jaxon Carlson - Integrity, Perseverance, and Motivation, Ally Heckenberg - Motivation, Integrity, and Perseverance, Cole Yarbrough - Respect, Motivation, Eli Bertone - Inclusivity, Lily Gabler - Perseverance, Motivation.
Congratulations, Mustangs, you inspire us all!
#BeTheValue Awards
At Ralston Valley, we take pride in recognizing staff members who embody our Mustang Values - motivation, inclusivity, honesty, respect, empathy, perseverance, and integrity. Each month, we highlight one of these core values and honor the team members who bring it to life through their actions and spirit. Honorees are nominated and voted on by their colleagues, making this a meaningful recognition that reflects the genuine appreciation and respect of their peers.
For the month of October, we recognize the value of Inclusivity: the practice of actively creating an environment where all individuals at Ralston Valley, regardless of their differences, feel valued, respected, supported, and have a genuine sense of belonging and participation.
Award winners are: Ms. Bierman, Ms. Cisneros, Ms, Schneider, Ms. Raveczky, Ms. Parker, Ms. Dumont, Mr. Newman, Ms. Pamp, and Mr. Hertle.
Thank you all for making RV a warm and welcoming place for everyone!
Ralston Valley Students Learn with a Mock Election
Students in U.S Government & Civics classes participated in a mock election in the RV library. They voted after investigating and researching topics on the 2026 Colorado ballot.
Mane Apparel is Open for Business in the Mustang Mercantile
Show your Mustang pride with Mane Apparel, Ralston Valley's student-run spirit wear business! Located inside the Mustang Mercantile, Mane Apparel offers a variety of student-designed and student-produced spirit gear, including T-shirts, hoodies, crewnecks, and more—all priced under $30!
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, creativity, and dedication of our Entrepreneurial Operations students, who have taken this business from concept to reality! From designing and producing merchandise to managing inventory, pricing, and marketing, these students are gaining valuable real-world business experience while building something special for our Mustang community.
Throughout November, Mane Apparel will be selling spirit gear during lunch on Fridays in the Mustang Mercantile!
Shop student-made and support student entrepreneurs. Show your Mustang pride!
Administration
Administration
Ms. Buenning, Principal 303-982-5600
Ms. Abrams, 9th Asst. Principal 303-982-9463
Ms. Pergola, 10th Asst. Principal 303-982-5604
Ms. Hogan, 11th Asst. Principal 303-982-2391
Ms. Young, 12th Asst. Principal 303-982-5713
Mr. Ackerman, Athletic Director 303-982-5595
Mr. Trione, Dean 303-982-7760
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