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Rocky Ford School District is accepting applications for the High School Head Girls Basketball Coach at Rocky Ford Jr/Sr High School. Click the following link to apply online: https://www.rockyfordk12.org/page/employment
Rocky Ford School District is accepting applications for the High School Head Girls Basketball Coach at Rocky Ford Jr/Sr High School. Click the following link to apply online: https://www.rockyfordk12.org/page/employment
Discovery Kitchen Event – In School! 🍕
Chartwells is taking our students and staff on a Great American Road Trip!
On Wednesday, August 27, 2025, they’ll visit Rocky Ford PK-12 School to bring a taste of Brooklyn—serving up pepperoni flatbread pizza during the school day as part of this month’s Discovery Kitchen event.
Chartwells is taking our students and staff on a Great American Road Trip!
On Wednesday, August 27, 2025, they’ll visit Rocky Ford PK-12 School to bring a taste of Brooklyn—serving up pepperoni flatbread pizza during the school day as part of this month’s Discovery Kitchen event.
Congrats, Emilio Vallejos!
Emilio Vallejos earned Reserve Champion in Farm Mechanics at the Arkansas Valley Fair for his impressive picnic table project.
A great example of skill, craftsmanship, and FFA pride!
Rocky Ford School District Congratulates Donavyn West!
Donavyn West was named Senior Beef Showmanship Champion at the Arkansas Valley Fair! This fall, he will attend Kansas State University to begin his studies in veterinary medicine.
Donavyn has been a proud member of Rocky Ford FFA for four years and a dedicated 4-H member since his days as a cloverbud.
Donavyn West was named Senior Beef Showmanship Champion at the Arkansas Valley Fair! This fall, he will attend Kansas State University to begin his studies in veterinary medicine.
Donavyn has been a proud member of Rocky Ford FFA for four years and a dedicated 4-H member since his days as a cloverbud.
Teamwork at Its Best!
When Hansel (Omar) Ocana’s goat was injured before the Arkansas Valley Fair and Grady Van Dyk broke his wrist, they worked together to make sure both still got to compete.
Omar, a Rocky Ford FFA member, stepped in to show Grady’s market goat — a great example of friendship, sportsmanship, and FFA spirit! 💛💙
When Hansel (Omar) Ocana’s goat was injured before the Arkansas Valley Fair and Grady Van Dyk broke his wrist, they worked together to make sure both still got to compete.
Omar, a Rocky Ford FFA member, stepped in to show Grady’s market goat — a great example of friendship, sportsmanship, and FFA spirit! 💛💙
Family & FFA Pride in the Show Ring!
Congrats to Grady Van Dyk, whose steer was named Grand Champion of Market Beef Class #2 at the Arkansas Valley Fair!
With Grady fresh from getting his broken wrist casted, big brother Cayson stepped into the ring to show for him.
Both Van Dyk steers went on to compete in the Grand Drive — an impressive accomplishment!
Cayson serves as Vice President of Rocky Ford FFA, and Grady will be joining Junior High Ag this year.
Congrats to Grady Van Dyk, whose steer was named Grand Champion of Market Beef Class #2 at the Arkansas Valley Fair!
With Grady fresh from getting his broken wrist casted, big brother Cayson stepped into the ring to show for him.
Both Van Dyk steers went on to compete in the Grand Drive — an impressive accomplishment!
Cayson serves as Vice President of Rocky Ford FFA, and Grady will be joining Junior High Ag this year.
Congrats to Cayson Van Dyk, whose 1,181-pound steer was named Grand Champion of Market Beef Class #1 at the Arkansas Valley Fair!
Another Win for Rocky Ford FFA!
Congratulations to Annesyiah Camacho, whose welding project was named Farm Mechanics Champion at the Arkansas Valley Fair!
Annesyiah, a proud member of the Rocky Ford FFA Chapter, is pictured here with Ag Instructor & FFA Advisor Wyatt Mincic — a true celebration of skill, craftsmanship, and dedication!
Congratulations to Annesyiah Camacho, whose welding project was named Farm Mechanics Champion at the Arkansas Valley Fair!
Annesyiah, a proud member of the Rocky Ford FFA Chapter, is pictured here with Ag Instructor & FFA Advisor Wyatt Mincic — a true celebration of skill, craftsmanship, and dedication!
Rocky Ford FFA Shines at the 148th Arkansas Valley Fair!
Rocky Ford FFA’s own Donavyn West brought home top honors, exhibiting the Grand Champion Market Steer and earning the title of Grand Champion Senior Beef Showman.
Cayson and Grady Van Dyk also made us proud, each exhibiting a Class Grand Champion Steer.
In the Grand Drive, three of the five steers were owned and shown by our talented present and future Rocky Ford FFA members — an incredible showcase of hard work and dedication!
Rocky Ford FFA’s own Donavyn West brought home top honors, exhibiting the Grand Champion Market Steer and earning the title of Grand Champion Senior Beef Showman.
Cayson and Grady Van Dyk also made us proud, each exhibiting a Class Grand Champion Steer.
In the Grand Drive, three of the five steers were owned and shown by our talented present and future Rocky Ford FFA members — an incredible showcase of hard work and dedication!
Bus Stop Change – Wednesday & Thursday
Due to the Arkansas Valley Fair, all students who normally ride the bus to and from Plaza Nueva will be picked up and dropped off at the corner of 8th and Ash on Wednesday and Thursday (August 13 & 14).
Thank you for understanding!
Cambio de Parada de Autobús – Miércoles y Jueves
Debido a la Feria de Arkansas Valley, todos los estudiantes que normalmente toman el autobús hacia y desde Plaza Nueva serán recogidos y dejados en la esquina de 8th y Ash el miércoles y jueves (13 y 14 de agosto).
¡Gracias por su comprensión!
A Friendly Reminder:
We love seeing our community enjoy the Rocky Ford School District campus — and we know your furry friends do too!
If you bring your dog onto school grounds, please clean up after them. Let’s work together to keep our campus clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.
Your help makes a big difference in keeping our schools and grounds looking their best!
We love seeing our community enjoy the Rocky Ford School District campus — and we know your furry friends do too!
If you bring your dog onto school grounds, please clean up after them. Let’s work together to keep our campus clean, safe, and welcoming for everyone.
Your help makes a big difference in keeping our schools and grounds looking their best!
Getting Ready for 2025–2026! 📚💪
On August 5, our Rocky Ford Elementary special education teachers teamed up with paraprofessionals for a day of training to get ready for the new school year.
We’re excited for all the great things to come for our students! ❤️
On August 5, our Rocky Ford Elementary special education teachers teamed up with paraprofessionals for a day of training to get ready for the new school year.
We’re excited for all the great things to come for our students! ❤️
A Big Thank You to Valley Community Church!
Rocky Ford School District would like to express our appreciation to Valley Community Church for their generous donation of 10 backpacks filled with school supplies for our students.
A special thank you to Donna Carter and Melissa Whittaker for personally delivering the backpacks and helping ensure our students start the school year prepared and ready to learn. Your kindness and support make a difference in our community!
Rocky Ford School District would like to express our appreciation to Valley Community Church for their generous donation of 10 backpacks filled with school supplies for our students.
A special thank you to Donna Carter and Melissa Whittaker for personally delivering the backpacks and helping ensure our students start the school year prepared and ready to learn. Your kindness and support make a difference in our community!
Welcome Back Rocky Ford Students!! Our school begins tomorrow 8/11/2025 and the school day begins at 7:40am for both schools.
Rocky Ford Schools Newsletter for the week of August 11, 2025.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jmtJ-lX9HbTso3AtPCkS60C7AUsUhrlg/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1jmtJ-lX9HbTso3AtPCkS60C7AUsUhrlg/view?usp=sharing
The BOE meeting held on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 can be viewed using the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/12L_4ODAiYqaQZ5V8-2xl4TPFPR5BqzYN/view?usp=sharing
📢 Family Welcome Night Reminder!
**Thursday, August 7th from 4–6 PM**
Nurse Kim will be available for **student medication drop-off** 💊💼
📋 **Important Reminder:**
All medications given at school **must be accompanied by a doctor's order**—this includes both prescription and over-the-counter meds.
Let’s start the year off prepared and healthy! 💪🩺
**Thursday, August 7th from 4–6 PM**
Nurse Kim will be available for **student medication drop-off** 💊💼
📋 **Important Reminder:**
All medications given at school **must be accompanied by a doctor's order**—this includes both prescription and over-the-counter meds.
Let’s start the year off prepared and healthy! 💪🩺
You're Invited to Family Welcome Night!
Thursday, August 7 , 2025
4:00–6:00 PM
Rocky Ford PK-12 School
We’re excited to welcome all students and families to kick off the new school year at our Family Welcome Night! Come meet your teachers, drop off school supplies, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming year.
🍽️ Dinner will be provided by our brand-new food service company, Chartwells.
This is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and ease those first-day jitters. We can’t wait to see you there!
¡Están invitados a la Noche de Bienvenida Familiar!
Jueves, 7 de agosto
4:00–6:00 PM
Escuela Rocky Ford PK-12
¡Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a todos los estudiantes y sus familias para comenzar el nuevo año escolar en nuestra Noche de Bienvenida Familiar! Vengan a conocer a sus maestros, dejar los útiles escolares y obtener un adelanto del nuevo año.
🍽️ La cena será proporcionada por nuestra nueva empresa de servicios de alimentos, Chartwells.
Esta es una gran oportunidad para conectarse, hacer preguntas y aliviar los nervios del primer día. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
Thursday, August 7 , 2025
4:00–6:00 PM
Rocky Ford PK-12 School
We’re excited to welcome all students and families to kick off the new school year at our Family Welcome Night! Come meet your teachers, drop off school supplies, and get a sneak peek at the upcoming year.
🍽️ Dinner will be provided by our brand-new food service company, Chartwells.
This is a great opportunity to connect, ask questions, and ease those first-day jitters. We can’t wait to see you there!
¡Están invitados a la Noche de Bienvenida Familiar!
Jueves, 7 de agosto
4:00–6:00 PM
Escuela Rocky Ford PK-12
¡Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a todos los estudiantes y sus familias para comenzar el nuevo año escolar en nuestra Noche de Bienvenida Familiar! Vengan a conocer a sus maestros, dejar los útiles escolares y obtener un adelanto del nuevo año.
🍽️ La cena será proporcionada por nuestra nueva empresa de servicios de alimentos, Chartwells.
Esta es una gran oportunidad para conectarse, hacer preguntas y aliviar los nervios del primer día. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
BOE meeting on August 5, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. can be viewed using the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85856862889?pwd=oX9kOLSOnHGSyatwruTTOOgkrDuxvN.1
BOE agenda for Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.
