Community Engagement Invitation

Dear Ralston Valley School Families,

You are invited to attend an upcoming community information session regarding Jeffco Public Schools and the Mill Levy Override (MLO) measures on the upcoming November ballot. 

The sole purpose of this meeting is to share objective, factual information with our community. The session will:

• Provide the current state of Jeffco Public Schools: Review the district's current operational status, enrollment numbers, and financial overview.

• Provide factual details regarding the ballot measures: Explain the specific language of the MLOs, the Board of Education's timeline for placing them on the ballot, and the factual implications for voters, including the estimated tax impact. This session is designed to offer clear, factual details so our community remains informed.

Event Details:

• Date: Sep 10, 2026

• Time: 5:00 p.m. 

• Location: RVHS Auditorium 

We hope to see you there!

Parking Information

At this time, parking tags are sold out.  If your student is on the parking permit waitlist, notifications of open spots will go out in mid-September.  Thank you and we appreciate your patience! 

Homecoming 2026 September 14th - 19th

Welcome to your official guide for Homecoming 2026! This website is your source for the latest updates on everything happening throughout the week. From spirit days and lunch activities to after-school events and more, we have you covered.

Here is how students can purchase tickets for the dance.

$25 (Presale | Card Only on Infinite Campus): If you already paid the OPT fee on Infinite Campus during fall registration, your student's Homecoming ticket is covered! Tickets will be hand-delivered directly to students in their English class on September 8th or 9th.

Note: The online Infinite Campus payment option closes on September 3, 2026.

$25 (Presale | Cash Only): Available in the lobby during both lunches from September 14th through September 17th.

$30 (Online | Card Only): Available for purchase on the GoFan App/Website through September 18th. Your Access code is your Student ID.

$35 (At the Door | Cash Only): Available upon arrival. Please note that only cash will be accepted at the door.

***A max of 2 tickets can be purchased per student.

Proceeds from dance ticket sales allow us to offer all the other amazing events throughout the week at no additional charge. Your ticket purchase helps fund a fantastic Homecoming experience for everyone! 

Athletic Update

Flag Football - The Flag Football team delivered another solid performance this past week, locking down a 12–0 victory over Chatfield to secure their third shutout win of the season.

The Mustang defense was relentless from the opening whistle, suffocating the Chargers' attack at every level. Bailey Cummins set the tone up front, terrorizing the backfield to record an impressive four sacks. Secondary standouts Savi Dorotik and Liliana Lombardi capped off the defensive clinic by snagging interceptions to deny Chatfield any chance of mounting a comeback.

Offensively, freshman quarterback Eva Connelly showed composure beyond her years, orchestrating the offense with 208 passing yards and throwing for two touchdown strikes. Her primary target, Ava Colledge, provided explosive playmaking on the outside, hauling in 103 receiving yards to keep the chains moving and set the tempo.

Now riding significant momentum, the Mustangs return to action on Wednesday, September 9th, for a marquee non-league clash against Chaparral. Kickoff is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. at the NAAC.

Boy's Soccer - After enjoying a well-earned week off to recharge and fine-tune their tactics on the training pitch, the Mustang Boys Soccer team returns to action tonight for a high-stakes, marquee clash against Regis Jesuit.

Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. at Regis, and the energy around this matchup couldn't be higher. Tonight's battle isn't just an early-season test—it's a high-powered rematch of last fall's CHSAA Class 5A State Championship game. With the memories of that heartbreak still fresh, the Mustangs enter enemy territory looking for redemption against the squad that edged them out for the title in overtime.

Expect a playoff atmosphere from the opening whistle as Ralston Valley looks to make a major statement and set the tone for their entire campaign. Best of luck, Mustangs!

Cross Country - The Cross Country team delivered another stellar performance last weekend at the Centaurus Bernie Gay Invitational, proving their grit against a stacked field that featured many of the premier programs in Colorado. Competing on a fast course against top-tier state talent provided a crucial preview of the competition the Mustangs will clash with again at the Regional championships later this fall.

The team was anchored by a pair of brilliant individual runs in the varsity divisions:

• Drake Fankhauser set the pace for the boys, surging through a crowded lead pack to claim a phenomenal 4th-place finish overall.

• Eira Barber paced the girls' squad with a relentless drive of her own, crossing the line in 10th place against some of the region's elite distance runners.

After putting together consecutive impressive outings to kick off the season, the runners earn a well-deserved weekend off from competition to rest, recharge, and lock in during training before gearing up for their next big race.

Football - The Mustang Football team kicked off their 2026 campaign in dominant fashion last Friday night, delivering a flawless 31–0 shutout against visiting Castle View High School.

The offense set a relentless tempo early, driven by a balanced attack across the field. Senior quarterback Logan Gabler orchestrated the offense masterfully, dissecting the Sabercats' defense for 199 passing yards and two touchdown strikes. On the ground, Levi Rillos provided a heavy dose of power rushing, grinding out 112 yards and punching in a touchdown. Downfield, receiver Phoenix Tomsick proved to be an unstoppable big-play threat, anchoring the receiving corps with 169 receiving yards and a touchdown catch.

Equally impressive was the defense, which put on a complete physical clinic to keep Castle View off the scoreboard. Senior linebackers Lars Jergensen and Tyler Schneider flew around the field to lead the squad in tackles, while the defensive front brought constant pressure to generate 2.5 sacks. Rillos capped off a spectacular all-around night by snagging an interception to extinguish any hope of a Sabercat response.

The team won't have to wait long for their biggest test of the early season. Tonight at 7:00 p.m., the Mustangs head on the road to clash with Cherry Creek in a high-stakes, marquee rematch of last year's CHSAA 5A State Championship game. Pack the stands and bring the noise—see you there, Mustangs!

Boy's Golf - The Boys Golf team returned to the links for another Jeffco League showdown at Indian Tree Golf Course today, putting together a fierce performance to tighten the race for the overall league title.

The Mustangs battled to the finish, closing out the day just five strokes shy of the tournament victory. More importantly, that gritty performance allowed Ralston Valley to come within striking distance—just three strokes back—of the top spot in the overall team league standings.

The squad was spearheaded by a wave of sub-75 rounds:

• Liam Braketa set the benchmark for the team, firing a stellar even-par 70 to lead the Mustang attack.

• Noah Ramsey stayed hot right behind him, carding an impressive 1-over 71.

• Trevor Blong delivered crucial depth near the top of the leaderboard, rounding out the low-scoring core with a strong 74.

With the team championship firmly within reach, the Mustangs carry serious momentum into next week's league battle, where they will take on the field at The Meadows Golf Course.

Volleyball - The Mustang Volleyball team used a week of intense practice and tactical refinement to sharpen their game before heading into the prestigious Chaparral Showcase today.

The preparation paid immediate dividends as Ralston Valley kicked off the tournament with a thrilling, hard-fought victory over Northfield, taking the match two sets to one. Carrying that momentum straight into their second contest, the Mustangs delivered a marquee performance against Rampart—a state title contender last season—sweeping the Rams 2–0 in convincing fashion.

With two high-caliber wins already in the books, the team shifts its focus to Saturday morning for a high-stakes matchup against powerhouse Cherry Creek. Best of luck, Mustangs!

Softball - The Mustang Softball team is officially on a tear! Rattling off four consecutive victories, Ralston Valley has completely flipped the script after a demanding start to the season and is playing its best ball when it matters most.

The current win streak features grit, power, and clutch late-game heroics:

• vs. Legacy: The Mustangs edged out the Lightning in a tense 7–6 thriller to jumpstart their momentum.

• vs. Fairview: The offense went nuclear on Monday, putting on a hitting clinic in an 18–2 blowout.

• @ Cherry Creek: The squad proved their heart on Wednesday, outlasting the Bruins 12–10 in an extra-innings marathon.

The hot streak has been powered by dominant dynamic performances. Junior Kat Mastriona has been a complete force, delivering clutch pitching in the circle while staying red-hot at the plate. Alongside her, the middle of the order has been lethal, with Harley Maday and Stella Emnott consistently driving in runs and anchoring a relentless offensive attack.

Looking to extend the streak to five, the Mustangs host ThunderRidge today at 4:00 p.m. at RVHS. It’s the final tune-up before league play ramps up next week, where high-stakes Jeffco showdowns against Lakewood and Valor Christian await.

Boy's Tennis - The Boys Tennis team put together a resilient week of action, splitting a pair of demanding dual meets against top-tier competition.

After dropping a tough, hard-fought opener to state powerhouse Cherry Creek, the Mustangs showcased their depth and mental toughness on Thursday, storming back to secure a decisive 5–2 victory over D'Evelyn.

The team's dominant doubles play set the foundation for the win, with all four lines sweeping their respective matches to sweep the team points in dynamic fashion. The defining moment of the afternoon came at #3 singles, where Jackson DeCoster engaged in a grueling marathon match. Fueled by a vocal contingent of teammates lining the fence, DeCoster showed incredible grit to grind out a clutch tiebreaker victory and seal the team win.

Looking ahead to next week, the Mustangs jump into a grueling slate of matches with league play against Evergreen and Columbine before closing out the week against a strong Rock Canyon squad.

Transportation and Construction Girl Day

Transportation & Construction GIRL Day is Colorado's largest transportation and construction career awareness initiative for girls, connecting nearly 2,000 participants each year with more than 100 industry partners through immersive, hands-on experiences that expand career awareness, challenge stereotypes, and strengthen Colorado's future infrastructure workforce pipeline.  To sign up, please see Mr. Porter in Room C2234 by Tuesday, September 8th.

Date: September 24

Time:  8:30am -1:30pm

Location:  Jefferson County Fairgrounds, 15200 W 6th Ave Frontage Road, Golden, CO 80401

Jeffco Public Schools Performing Arts College Night

Have you considered pursuing music, theatre, or dance in college?  Are you wondering how to nail the application and audition process, or even earn arts scholarships? 

Meet representatives from the top performing arts programs in Colorado and have all your questions answered. Click here for more information.

Date: Tuesday, September 22nd

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Jeffo Ed Center, 1829 Denver West Dr., Golden, CO 80401

Scholarship Webinar

The Boettcher Foundation is hosting a webinar regarding "Everything You Need to Know About Scholarships."  They will discuss how students can "ACE" their college and scholarship applications, including tips on how to make their applications stand out.  The webinar is offered on two dates each in September and October.  Click here to register - scroll about halfway down the page and click on the date you would like to attend.

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 this 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.

Monday, Sept. 7 - Labor Day Holiday, NO SCHOOL

Tuesday, Sept. 8 - White Day 

Wednesday, Sept. 9 - Blue Day

Thursday, Sept. 10 - White Day

Friday, Sept. 11 - Blue Day