CMAS Scores Now Available in New Family Portal 📊
Parents and guardians — your child’s CMAS (Colorado Measures of Academic Success) scores will now be available through a new online Family Portal! The portal provides quick, secure access to your child’s assessment results and helpful tools to understand their progress.
Please see the attached flyer for all the details, including how to access the portal and what information you'll find.
We encourage you to take a few moments to review your child's scores and celebrate their academic growth!
Los resultados de CMAS ahora están disponibles en el nuevo Portal Familiar 📊
Padres y tutores: los resultados de las evaluaciones CMAS (Medidas de Éxito Académico de Colorado) de su hijo(a) ahora estarán disponibles a través de un nuevo Portal Familiar en línea. Este portal ofrece acceso rápido y seguro a los resultados de las evaluaciones, además de herramientas útiles para comprender el progreso académico de su hijo(a).
📎 Por favor, consulte el folleto adjunto para obtener todos los detalles, incluyendo cómo acceder al portal y qué información encontrará allí.
¡Les animamos a tomarse unos minutos para revisar los resultados y celebrar el crecimiento académico de sus hijos!
Main Event Adventure for 2nd–6th Grade AR Achievers!
On Tuesday, May 13, Rocky Ford Elementary students in 2nd through 6th grade who met their Accelerated Reader (AR) goals were rewarded with an exciting trip to Main Event in Colorado Springs!
From laser tag battles and bowling strikes to arcade games and lunch with friends, the day was packed with fun and well-deserved celebration. These students put in the effort all year long, and it truly paid off!
We’re proud of their dedication to reading and thrilled they had a day to remember. Keep up the great work!
📚 Kindergarten & 1st Grade AR Mystery Trip! 🎉
Congratulations to Rocky Ford Elementary Kindergarten and 1st grade students who met their Accelerated Reader (AR) goal for the year! As a reward for their hard work and love of reading, these young readers were treated to a special Mystery Trip to Main Event in Colorado Springs!
Students enjoyed an exciting day filled with laser tag, bowling, arcade games, and a tasty lunch—all to celebrate their reading success.
We are so proud of our youngest readers for reaching their goals—keep up the great work!
🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2025! 🎓
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the Rocky Ford School District proudly celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2025 at the historic Melon Field.
We are incredibly proud of each graduate and all they have accomplished. Your hard work, determination, and resilience have brought you to this milestone, and we can’t wait to see what your future holds.
To the families, staff, and community members who supported our students along the way—thank you for being part of this journey.
Congratulations, graduates—the world is! 🌟
🎉 Class of 2025 Senior Parade – A New Tradition Begins! 🎓
On Thursday, May 8, the Rocky Ford Class of 2025 took part in the special senior parade—but this year marked a meaningful first!
For the first time, our graduating seniors walked from Preschool through High School, celebrating their journey with all students PK–12 on one campus. The halls were filled with cheers, high-fives, and heartfelt congratulations as younger students and staff honored the Class of 2025.
This new tradition beautifully highlights the full circle of a student’s journey in Rocky Ford Schools—from their very first steps into education to the moment they step into their future.
💛 Congratulations, seniors! Thank you for inspiring the next generation.
🎭 RFJSHS Drama Night – Today at 4:30 PM! 🎭
Calling all drama enthusiasts! Whether you're part of the cast, curious about getting involved, or just love live performances—don’t miss Drama Night happening today, May 13 at 4:30 PM at RFJSHS!
We’ll be showcasing a short, student-written play that highlights the creativity and hard work of our talented students.
Parents, families, and community members are warmly invited to come enjoy the show and support our young performers.
🏈 Congratulations Isaiah Vazquez Gallegos! 🏈
Class of 2025 Senior Signs with Kansas Wesleyan University
We’re proud to celebrate Isaiah Vazquez Gallegos, a member of the Class of 2025, who officially signed with Kansas Wesleyan University on Friday, May 9 to play football this upcoming fall!
Isaiah's hard work and talent have led him to this new chapter. We look forward to watching him shine at the next level!
Junior High Cross Country Interest Meeting – May 14
We are excited to announce an interest meeting for Junior High Cross Country on Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30 PM in the Upper Cafeteria. This meeting is for students currently in grades 5, 6, and 7 who are interested in joining the cross country team next school year.
We ask that a parent attend with their student to learn more about the upcoming season, training expectations, and how to get involved. We look forward to seeing you there!
Reunión Informativa de Campo Traviesa de Secundaria – 14 de mayo
Nos complace anunciar una reunión informativa para Campo Traviesa de Secundaria el martes 14 de mayo a las 6:30 PM en la Cafetería Superior. Esta reunión es para estudiantes que actualmente están en los grados 5, 6 y 7 y que estén interesados en unirse al equipo de campo traviesa el próximo año escolar.
Pedimos que uno de los padres asista con su estudiante para conocer más sobre la próxima temporada, las expectativas de entrenamiento y cómo participar. ¡Esperamos verlos allí!
RFJSHS: Newsletter for the week of May 12: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Z4XPJKiSkYUqzhACByl25Wu5e_dZgDK8/view?usp=sharing
Reminder! Please join us tomorrow! Your input matters!
Rocky Ford School District is building a Family & Community Partnership Roadmap to strengthen
communication and trust between the community and district. We are hosting a Family & Community Task Force on May 23 from 9am - 2pm. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
El Distrito Escolar de Rocky Ford está desarrollando una Hoja de Ruta de Asociación con Familias y la Comunidad para fortalecer la comunicación y la confianza entre la comunidad y el distrito. Estamos organizando un Grupo de Trabajo de Familias y Comunidad el 23 de mayo de 9:00 a.m. a 2:00 p.m. Consulte el folleto adjunto para obtener más información.
Rocky Ford School District is now accepting applications for a K-12 Secretary. For more information, click on the following link: https://www.rockyfordk12.org/page/employment
RFJSHS: Our Senior Parade will begin at 9:00 am. Please join us in their final walk from Preschool to High School!! Parents can join us in the cafeteria area; seniors will parade through this area several times. Seniors, please arrive by 8:45 am in the courtyard off the PreK/Staff-Student entrances. See you then!
The RFSD Board of Education meeting from May 6, 2025 can be viewed using the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bD0AC-OjPk4T8ic_h-OWrOMilwU20Jsh/view?usp=sharing
🎶🏅 RFJSHS Band Shines at the Blossom Festival! 🏅🎶
We’re proud to share that the RFJSHS Band had a fantastic showing at this year’s Blossom Festival in Cañon City, CO!
🥉 Bronze – Jazz Band
🥉 Bronze – Concert Band
🥈 Silver – Parade (Marching Band)
Our Concert Band earned straight 2s from all judges, and our Marching Band achieved its highest score ever in the Blossom Parade!
A huge congratulations to all our Meloneer musicians. We are so proud of your talent and hard work!
⚾ Today's Baseball Games Canceled ⚾
Due to rainy weather, the Junior High Baseball games at Walsh and the High School Baseball game at Calhan have been canceled. Unfortunately, these games will not be rescheduled.
⚾ Juegos de béisbol cancelados hoy ⚾
Debido a la lluvia, se han cancelado los juegos de béisbol de la secundaria en Walsh y el juego de béisbol de la preparatoria en Calhan. Desafortunadamente, estos juegos no se reprogramarán.
The Rocky Ford School District Board of Education meets tonight at 7:00PM. The meeting can be watched live using the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83391285293?pwd=FlIgd3GGqRu21HaBtm68716wUbZN3p.1
🎓 ¡Mira en vivo la graduación de la Clase de 2025! 🎓
Acompáñanos a celebrar los logros de la Clase de 2025 de Rocky Ford Jr/Sr High School mientras cruzan el escenario y se encaminan hacia el futuro. La ceremonia de graduación se llevará a cabo el viernes 9 de mayo de 2025 a las 7:00 p.m. en el campo de fútbol de RFJSHS.
Mira la ceremonia en vivo usando el siguiente enlace: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/co/rocky-ford/organization/12317/rocky-ford-high-school
🎓 Watch the Class of 2025 Graduation Live!🎓
Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of Rocky Ford Jr/Sr High School's Class of 2025 as they walk across the stage and into the future! The graduation ceremony will be held Friday, May 9, 2025 at 7:00PM at the RFJSHS football field. Watch the ceremony live using the following link: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/co/rocky-ford/organization/12317/rocky-ford-high-school
🌟 Happy Teacher Appreciation Day! 🌟
Today we celebrate the awesome educators of Rocky Ford School District R-2 who inspire, support, and shape the future every day.
Thank you for your dedication, hard work, and the difference you make in the lives of our students and families. From every classroom to every hallway—you are the heart of our schools!
We appreciate you today and always! 💛🍎
This week's Students of the Week at Rocky Ford Elementary are, front row: Jayliana Jacquez-Talmich, and Xander Graham. Back row: Juan Velasquez Pepper Farmer, Cheyenne Hillyer, and Joel Rosales.
