
The Colorado GEAR UP Program is now available for 11th graders at RFJSHS! This program offers valuable resources and support for college and career readiness. Please see the attached flyer for more details.


This week's Students of the Week at Rocky Ford Elementary are, front row: Ophelia Spurling, Aria Sosa, Sebastian O'Brien, Joseph Vigil, and Cooper Brumit —back row: Matthew Ramos, Macie Pearl, Vicente Becerra-Wheeler, and Ulises Rodriguez Fierro. Not pictured: Cisco Grinstead, Laramie Aguilar, and Zayleigh Garcia.


The BOE meeting scheduled for tomorrow, December 10, 2024 at 7pm can be viewed using the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86538440374?pwd=ahOBXxWrcIoJa6JL5SYgeyjHbhwlJP.1

RFJSHS Newsletter for the week of December 9.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d04S2RQapnhMOWVMp-X-TeJd_zkwgwNR/view?usp=sharing


Free Holiday Movie at the Grand Theater! Join us at Rocky Ford's Grand Theater on Saturday, December 7th at 1:30 PM for a special showing of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation! Admission is free, so bring the whole family and get into the holiday spirit. 🍿 The concession stand will be open for those who would like to purchase snacks before the movie. We hope to see you there! 🎄

The Rocky Ford Board of Education will meet on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 7:00pm at Rocky Ford PK-12 School. Please click the link to access the meeting agenda: https://5il.co/32j30

Date Change Announcement: Rocky Ford Elementary's STEM Night has been rescheduled! The new date is Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:30pm. We look forward to seeing you there in January for an evening of exciting STEM activities! ¡Cambio de Fecha!
¡La Noche de STEM de Rocky Ford Elementary ha sido reprogramada! La nueva fecha es el martes 28 de enero de 2025 a las 5:30 p.m. ¡Esperamos verlos en enero para una noche llena de emocionantes actividades de STEM!

RFSD Highlight Events for December 9-14: 12/10 Basketball vs Cheraw 4pm; RFES STEM Night 5:30-6:30pm; BOE Meeting 7pm; 12/12 Wrestling vs Classical Academy 6pm, Choir & Jazz Concert 7pm; Eventos destacados de RFSD del 9 al 14 de diciembre:10/12: Baloncesto vs Cheraw a las 4:00 p.m.; Noche de STEM en RFES de 5:30 a 6:30 p.m.; Reunión de la Junta de Educación a las 7:00 p.m.; 12/12: Lucha libre vs Classical Academy a las 6:00 p.m.; Concierto de Coro y Jazz a las 7:00 p.m.

Join Us for a Tailgate! The Rocky Ford Rotary will be hosting a tailgate during the basketball game on Tuesday, December 10. The menu includes: Chili Chip, Dessert and a Drink for $6.
All proceeds will benefit the Rocky Ford Rotary Scholarship Fund. Come enjoy some great food and support a great cause! ¡Únase a Nosotros para un Tailgate! El Rocky Ford Rotary organizará un tailgate durante el juego de baloncesto el martes 10 de diciembre. El menú incluye: Chili Chip, postre y bebida por $6.Todos los ingresos beneficiarán al Fondo de Becas de Rocky Ford Rotary. ¡Venga a disfrutar de una deliciosa comida y a apoyar una gran causa!

*RFES* Just a friendly reminder - RFES Student Council is continuing their food drive until Thursday, December 19th. Please send non-perishable food items to school with your child. Items will be counted and delivered on Friday, December 20th to the local food pantry. Thank you for supporting RFES Student Council!

Interested in Becoming a Teacher in Rural Colorado? TEACH Colorado, in partnership with the Colorado Department of Education and the Colorado Center for Rural Education, is hosting a webinar for aspiring teachers. This event will provide valuable insights and resources for individuals interested in pursuing a teaching career in rural Colorado.
The webinar will be held January 9 at 4:00PM. For registration information, please see the flyer. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore a rewarding career in education!


The December BOCES Newsletter is now available. Please click on the link to access the newsletter in English and Spanish: https://www.canva.com/design/DAGYPhO10iU/xJyqhdwS8wPPEM5eyy2dKw/view?utm_content=DAGYPhO10iU&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=viewer

This week's Students of the Week at Rocky Ford Elementary are, front row: Rosalia Baeza-Aragon, Brynlee Cornelius-Leija, and Elianah Marquez—back row: Charlyse Grasmick, Jeremiah Muniz, Beau Butler, Anastasia Messick, and Alyas Lopez-Barela.


🎄 Winter Break Countdown at Rocky Ford PK-12 School! 🎅Get ready to celebrate the season! Rocky Ford PK-12 School is counting down to Winter Break with festive dress-up days for students and staff. 📅 Check out the calendars for all the fun themes and details so you can join in on the holiday spirit. Let’s make this countdown merry and bright! 🎁✨



RFJSHS: Newsletter for the week of December 2.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l1aA-zocD2YQXZR0jriYL07orTNnTlhu/view?usp=sharing


The Rocky Ford Elementary students and staff will participate in the 12 Days of Christmas dress up days. IF your child would like to participate, tomorrow is "Wear your ugly Christmas Sweater Day".

RFSD Highlight Events for 12/2-12/7: 12/3 Basketball vs Florence 4:30pm, JH Girls Wrestling Dual vs Las Animas 4:45pm; 12/4 JH Boys Basketball vs Lamar 4:30pm; 12/5 RFES Town Meeting 8am; RFJSHS Band Concert 7pm; 12/7 RF Wrestling Tournament 8:30am; Eventos destacados de RFSD del 2 al 7 de diciembre: 3/12: Baloncesto vs Florence a las 4:30pm.; Duelo de lucha femenina de secundaria vs Las Animas a las 4:45 pm; 4/12: Baloncesto masculino de secundaria vs Lamar a las 4:30pm; 5/12: Reunión comunitaria de RFES a las 8:00am; Concierto de la banda de RFJSHS a las 7:00pm;
7/12: Torneo de lucha libre de RF a las 8:30am

🎥 Free Holiday Movie at the Grand Theater! Join us at Rocky Ford's Grand Theater on Saturday, November 30th at 1:30 PM for a special showing of How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Admission is free, so bring the whole family and get into the holiday spirit.
🍿 The concession stand will be open for those who would like to purchase snacks before the movie. Don't miss this festive event! 🎄✨

Creative Turkeys in 4th Grade! 4th-grade students Michael Ortega and Joe Sandoval showcased their creativity with a special turkey crafting project. They were thrilled to use real feathers to bring their designs to life. Great job, Michael and Joe! 🦃🎨


Holiday Cheer at Rocky Ford PK-12! The Junior High and High School Student Councils teamed up to bring the holiday spirit to our campus by decorating the school Christmas tree. Thank you to our amazing students for spreading cheer throughout the school! 🎄✨

