Rocky Ford School District

📢 **Parent Reminder: Annual Immunization Exemptions** 📢

If you're filing an immunization exemption for your student, please remember that **exemptions must be submitted every school year**—they do not carry over!

To avoid any delays in your child’s school attendance, be sure to complete and submit the exemption form as soon as possible. Go to: cdphe.colorado.gov/exemptions-to-school-required-vaccines to fill out form. Please provide a copy of your students completed certificate to the school .

Questions? Reach out to the school health office—we’re here to help! 💬📞

Registro Escolar de Todos los Estudiantes – Distrito Escolar de Rocky Ford

Miércoles, 30 de julio de 2025
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Cafetería de la escuela (entrada por la puerta de Estudiantes/Personal en el lado norte del edificio)

Tendremos personal disponible durante todo el día para ayudar a las familias con el proceso de registro en línea.

Todos los estudiantes deben estar registrados antes del primer día de clases, el 11 de agosto.

🏥 El Dr. Craig Ortega estará presente para realizar exámenes físicos deportivos a los estudiantes atletas.

También estarán presentes representantes de:
Child Development Services
Proyecto Small Town de Rocky Ford
Programa CATCH

¡Esperamos ver a todos nuestros estudiantes y familias mientras nos preparamos para un emocionante nuevo año escolar! 🎒📚

Rocky Ford School District – All Student Registration

Wednesday, July 30, 2025
10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
School Cafeteria (enter through the Student/Staff entrance on the north side)

Staff will be available throughout the day to assist families with the online registration process.

All students must be registered before the first day of school on August 11.

Dr. Craig Ortega will be on-site providing sports physicals for student-athletes.

You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with:
Child Development Services
Rocky Ford Small Town Project
CATCH Program

We look forward to seeing all our students and families as we prepare for an exciting new school year! 🎒📚

Back to School Information – Rocky Ford School District

Rocky Ford School District is excited to welcome students and families to a new school year!

📅 First Day of School:
Monday, August 11, 2025

📝 All-District Student Registration (Grades K-12):
Wednesday, July 30
10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Rocky Ford School Cafeteria

To ensure your child is ready for the first day of school, all families are asked to attend registration to complete the necessary forms and updates for each student.

💻 Chromebook Checkout (Grades 7–12):
Available during registration
Fee: $30 per student

🏃‍♂️ Athletic Physicals:
Dr. Craig Ortega will be on-site during registration to provide sports physicals for students participating in athletics during the 2025–2026 school year.

School Supply Lists:
Supply lists for Kindergarten through 8th grade are available below to help families prepare for the upcoming year.

Academic Calendar:
The 2025–2026 academic calendar is also available below.

We are looking forward to a fantastic year - see you soon!

Interested in Serving on the School Board?

BOCES is hosting a Board Member Recruitment Event on July 29 at 6:00 PM. This is a great opportunity to learn more about what it means to serve on a school board and how you can get involved.

Please see the attached flyer for more details.

We hope to see you there!

Rocky Ford School District has the following classified positions open: Intensive Health Aide (2) and Special Education Aide at Rocky Ford Elementary. The following extra duty positions are available: Head High School Track Coach, High School Assistant Girls Wrestling Coach and Head Junior High Volleyball Coach. Click on the following link to apply online: https://www.rockyfordk12.org/page/employment

Rocky Ford Students Travel to Costa Rica for Spanish Immersion Experience! Three Rocky Ford students recently returned from an unforgettable adventure in Sámara, Costa Rica, where they spent one week attending school as part of a Spanish immersion program! Joined by students from Swink and Fowler, our students had the unique opportunity to deepen their Spanish language skills while experiencing the vibrant culture of Costa Rica firsthand. They enjoyed a wide range of activities including zip-lining and surfing. This trip offered a powerful blend of education and cultural exchange. A big thank you to teachers Jessica Pickering and Emily Moreland for leading this incredible experience and supporting our students every step of the way! ¡Qué experiencia tan increíble! ¡Pura Vida!

Rocky Ford School District is now accepting applications for two Intensive Health Aides and a Special Education Aide at Rocky Ford Elementary. For more information or to apply, click on the following link: https://www.rockyfordk12.org/page/employment

Mini Meloneer Cheer Camp Early Registration – TODAY! Get ready to cheer! Early registration for the Mini Meloneer Cheer Camp will be held TODAY, June 5, from 5:00–7:00 PM in the RFJSHS Gym Foyer. 📅 Camp Dates: August 4–6, 2025 📍 Who Can Attend: Pre-K through 5th Grade 💰 Early Registration Fee: $35 (Today only!) Come sign up and secure your spot at a discounted rate! We can't wait to see our future Meloneer cheerleaders in action!

The BOE meeting held on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 can be viewed using the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1IlS8Dj8jGg2544PZi9ZQsFkQurXo2fNV/view?usp=sharing

BOE Meeting on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 7:00pm can be viewed using the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87080360529?pwd=sYDKpu40cFwAAfNGgxhpD36fyccAaR.1

BOE agenda for Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 7:00 p.m.

Reminder from RFJSHS: Summer school will begin on Monday, June 2, 2025, and end on Friday, June 20, 2025. Classes will be held Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Students must enter through the RFJSHS gym foyer door. Thank you! Recordatorio de RFJSHS: La escuela de verano comenzará el lunes 2 de junio de 2025 y finalizará el viernes 20 de junio de 2025. Las clases se llevarán a cabo de lunes a viernes, de 8:00 a.m. a 12:00 p.m. Los estudiantes deben ingresar por la puerta del vestíbulo del gimnasio de RFJSHS. ¡Gracias!

Rocky Ford School District is now accepting applications for a 3rd Grade Teacher. For more information or to apply, click on the following link: https://www.rockyfordk12.org/page/employment

*RFES*Field day is 5/29 from 9-11am for K-6th grades on the High School football fields. All spectators must go directly to the football field gate for entry to the activities. Please do NOT enter through the main entrance of the school.

🏀 Join Us for Basketball Camp at the RFSD Melon Dome! 🏀 Calling all boys and girls — it’s time to hit the court and sharpen those basketball skills! Dates: June 2–4 Location: RFSD Melon Dome Cost: $50 per child (includes a FREE camp t-shirt!) Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your game to the next level, this camp is for ALL AGES and skill levels. Schedule: 🔹 5th Grade & Below – June 2 & 3 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 🔹 6th Grade & Above – June 3 & 4 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Registration will take place on the first day of camp for each age group. Don’t miss out on this fun and exciting opportunity to learn, grow, and play the game we all love! For more information, please contact Abigail Snyder at Abigail.snyder@svu.edu

*RFES* If your student has lost items, come and look through Lost & Found. End of Year Awards is Wednesday, 5/28 at 8am in the auditorium. Elementary School Field Day is Thursday, 5/29 from 9am-11am on the football fields. Lost & Found items will be available during those times.

*RFES*Field day is 5/29 from 9-11am for K-6th grades on the High School football fields. All spectators must go directly to the football field gate for entry to the activities. Please do NOT enter through the main entrance of the school.

🎨 Your Voice Matters, Rocky Ford! 🎤 We’re inviting YOU to help shape the future of public art in our community! 🖌️✨ Join La Sandía Project for a special community input session to help design Rocky Ford’s new murals! 📅 Date: Friday, May 23 🕕 Time: 6:00 – 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Rocky Ford Public Safety Building 300 S. Main St., Rocky Ford, CO 81067 Let’s come together to share ideas, talk vision, and create something meaningful for Rocky Ford. 🍉 Food & Drinks Provided 📝 Scan the QR Code on the flyer to take the survey and share your input in advance! Hosted in partnership with The Art Project and Small Town Project. Spread the word — and bring a friend! 🎨💬