Rocky Ford School District

Important Community Notice – September 4

Rocky Ford School District R2 would like to notify families and community members that the Rocky Ford Police Department and other emergency personnel will conduct a planned active shooter drill on school grounds Friday, September 4, from 1:00–5:00 p.m.

Please avoid the school campus during these hours. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

Aviso Importante para la Comunidad – 4 de septiembre

El Distrito Escolar R2 de Rocky Ford desea informar a las familias y miembros de la comunidad que el Departamento de Policía de Rocky Ford y otros servicios de emergencia llevarán a cabo un simulacro planificado de tirador activo en las instalaciones escolares el viernes 4 de septiembre, de 1:00 a 5:00 p.m.

Por favor, evite el campus escolar durante este horario. ¡Gracias por su cooperación y comprensión!

The Rocky Ford Public Library has a variety of fun activities planned throughout the month of September!

Check out the attached calendar for dates, times, and details.

Reminder, Meloneer Families!
There will be NO SCHOOL Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. Enjoy the long weekend! ❤️💛

¡Recordatorio, familias Meloneer!
No habrá clases el lunes 7 de septiembre en observancia del Día del Trabajo (Labor Day). ¡Disfruten el fin de semana largo! ❤️💛

Rocky Ford Meloneers Softball team will host Mitchell on Thursday, September 3 at 4pm! We hope to see you there!

Last night's BOE meeting can be viewed by clicking on the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qpPVSSMCa2afgm84KYC2fvYfm_V-L6cY/view?usp=sharing

The Board of Education meeting scheduled for tonight (September 1) at 7:00pm can be accessed using the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82440965713?pwd=xoQEqOluP7IDHILdi5sEuGxvIHBBxk.1

The BOCES Newsletter for September is now available. Click on the following link to access the newsletter in English and Spanish: https://www.canva.com/design/DAHRjI8Bhw8/mwPmM8Y7YLn-iupclQKnwg/view?utm_content=DAHRjI8Bhw8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=viewer

The Rocky Ford School District Board of Education will have a regular meeting on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 at 7:00pm. Please click on the following link to access the meeting agenda: https://aptg.co/ztrb2x

🌟 STUDENT OF THE WEEK! 🌟

It’s time to celebrate this week’s outstanding students! These students were chosen for demonstrating what it means to be open-minded and willing to embrace new ideas.

Back Row (L-R): Arianna Alarid, Joel Villegas, and Santana Vasquez
Front Row (L-R): Victor Bamber and Reymund Grano

Congratulations to our Students of the Week! We are proud of you! ❤️💛

Rocky Ford Newsletter for the week of Aug. 31 https://app.smore.com/n/j2vgh0

🎓 9TH GRADE STUDENTS: GET READY FOR YOUR FUTURE!

Are you a 9th grader interested in exploring college and career opportunities? Colorado GEAR UP is here to help you prepare for success after high school!

Explore college & career options
Set goals for your future
Get support along the way

Ready to join? Register at www.coloradogearup.org

Questions? Contact Katie Carroll at Rocky Ford Jr./Sr. High School.

Your future is waiting—let’s get started!

🎓 ESTUDIANTES DE 9.º GRADO: ¡PREPÁRENSE PARA SU FUTURO!

¿Eres estudiante de 9.º grado y estás interesado en explorar oportunidades universitarias y profesionales? ¡Colorado GEAR UP está aquí para ayudarte a prepararte para el éxito después de la preparatoria!

Explora opciones universitarias y profesionales
Establece metas para tu futuro
Recibe apoyo durante el camino

¿Listo para participar? Regístrate en www.coloradogearup.org

¿Tienes preguntas? Comunícate con Katie Carroll en Rocky Ford Jr./Sr. High School.

¡Tu futuro te espera! ¡Comienza hoy!

🏈❤️💛 GAME DAY, MELONEERS! 💛❤️🏈

The Rocky Ford Meloneers Football Team will host Merino this Friday, August 28, at 7:00 PM!

Come out and cheer on our Meloneers!

See the attached flyer for all the gameday details.

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ CROSS COUNTRY MEET! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

Rocky Ford Jr./Sr. High School will host the Rocky Ford Cross Country Invitational Meet on Friday, August 28, beginning at 9:00 AM!

Come out and support our runners! ❤️💛

📋 Please see the attached flyer for all the details.

🏐❤️💛 GAME DAY, MELONEERS! 💛❤️🏐

The Meloneers Volleyball Team takes on Atlas Prep today at 4:30 PM!

Come cheer on our Meloneers! 📣🏐

See the flyer for all the details. We hope to see you there! ❤️💛

🚨 TICKET DEADLINE IS THIS THURSDAY! 🚨

Last day to purchase tickets: Thursday, August 27!

Support Rocky Ford FFA!

Martin Pipe & Steel is selling raffle tickets for your chance to win a full hog or ¼ beef!

$5 each
5 for $20

All proceeds directly benefit Rocky Ford FFA student programs and activities!

To purchase tickets, please contact Teresa Walz or Sheridan Houston at Rocky Ford Jr/Sr High School.

Please see the flyer for complete raffle details, prize information, and drawing date. Don’t miss your chance to support our Rocky Ford FFA program! Good luck! 🍀

Rocky Ford Schools Newsletter for the week of Aug. 24
https://app.smore.com/n/z93yk

Rocky Ford Elementary is now accepting applications for an Intensive Health Aide. Click the following link to apply online: https://www.rockyfordk12.org/page/employment

🏆 CONGRATULATIONS, TERESA WALZ! 🏆

We are incredibly proud to celebrate our Ag Teacher and FFA Sponsor, Teresa Walz, who was honored at this year’s 89th Kids Rodeo in La Junta. The event was dedicated to Teresa in recognition of her many years of dedication and service to the rodeo.

Teresa’s connection to the Kids Rodeo goes way back—she was a participant herself growing up! Over the years, she has supported the event in countless ways, from providing livestock and holding goats to running gates, announcing, and helping organize and run the rodeo.

Her passion for agriculture, youth, and our community is truly inspiring. ❤️💛

Congratulations, Teresa! We are proud to have you as a Meloneer! 🤠