Rangely School District RE4

Picture Day is Coming! 📸 Mark your calendars—Wednesday, September 3, is Picture Day for all Rangely School District students! Every student, preschool through 12th grade, will have their photo taken for school records, even if you don’t purchase a photo package. Picture packets will be coming home next week, or you can use the link below to order online. You can purchase packets online here: mjthomasphoto.com/order-here-3 •Preschool – 5th Grade Code: C59 •6th – 12th Grade Code: C60 Questions? Contact MJ Thomas Photography: Customer Service: 1-800-219-0199 Email: support@mymjthomas.com . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

Our Rangely High School Panthers hit the field today in Meeker for a scrimmage against the Cowboys as they gear up for the season. The team has been working hard, and we’re excited to see them in action. Join us at home for their season opener against Dove Creek on Friday, September 5th! Here’s to an exciting season of Panther Football! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

What a fantastic first week of school it has been at Parkview Elementary! Thank you to our staff for all they do daily for our preschool through fifth-grade students—you make such a difference. And to our parents and families—thank you for sharing your amazing kids with us. We are so excited for the year ahead and can’t wait to see all the growth, learning, and fun this school year will bring. Here’s to a fantastic 2025–2026 school year! Thank you to the Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce for letting Biggie Swole aka Big Soles, hang out with us for the last few days. He’s been great entertainment for our students, and we think he fits in with the staff nicely. . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

The wait is over—our first home games of the year are here! 🏐 Join us this weekend for the 2025 Rangely Volleyball Tournament right here at home! Check out the schedule below and make your plans to come cheer on our Lady Panthers. 🍿 Concessions will be open each day until the middle of the last game. Let’s pack the gym, show our Panther Pride, and support our Lady Panthers as they kick off the season! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

We’re Excited to be using Beanstack at Parkview again this year! 📚 👉 What is Beanstack? Beanstack is a fun and simple online tool that helps students track their reading. By logging minutes read, students can earn prizes, join challenges, and celebrate reading goals. It’s designed to encourage daily reading habits while making the process exciting for kids. ⸻ ✨ Back-to-School Reading Challenge •August 18 – September 25 •Open to preschool–5th grade students (plus teachers & staff!) The challenge goal is 480 minutes (about 20 minutes/night). Students and staff are already enrolled—all they need to do is log their minutes! 🏅 Prizes: •60 minutes → Sticker •180 minutes → Bracelet •480 minutes → Candy Prize Prizes will be handed out in the library when students reach these milestones. ⸻ 🎉 Already Winning! On the first day of school, any student who logged at least 20 minutes of reading was entered into a random drawing. Congratulations to our first winners: Ila, Emma, Levi, Kassia, and Sadie! ⸻ 📊 Weekly Reading Champions Each week, we’ll recognize top readers in these categories: •Top 3 individual student readers •Top 3 grades •Top 3 classrooms •Top teacher/staff reader •Total school-wide minutes Results will be posted outside the library every Monday morning! ⸻ 💬 If your student is missing login information or you have questions, please contact Ashley at Ashley.Sanford@rangelyk12.org. . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 ✏️ 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁/𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀 Preschool (EEC Building) •AM: 7:45–11:30 •PM: 11:50–3:35 Kindergarten (EEC Building) •8:00–3:35 1st–5th Grade (Parkview Building) •7:55–3:42 👉 Please don’t drop students off before 7:35 at Parkview or 7:40 at the EEC. Staff are not available to supervise earlier. Students eating breakfast may enter at those times. ⸻ 𝗛𝘂𝗴-𝗻-𝗚𝗼 𝗗𝗿𝗼𝗽-𝗢𝗳𝗳 & 𝗣𝗶𝗰𝗸-𝗨𝗽 •EEC: Parents may park by the mural to walk students to the back doors OR use the drive-through drop-off/pick-up. Staff will assist at the doors. •Parkview: All drop-off/pick-up happens in the east parking lot Hug-n-Go line. Staff will assist. 𝗡𝗼 drop-offs in the west lot for safety. Students may also walk with staff to meet parents at the Elk’s Park softball field lot after school. 🚌 Families wanting bus transportation must fill out a transportation request. For questions, contact Bart at the bus garage. Thank you for helping us keep students safe and the first day running smoothly! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

What an incredible evening at the Parkview Playground Grand Opening! 🛝 It was pure joy to watch our new playground come alive with the laughter, smiles, and energy of our students and families. A heartfelt thank you to the Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce for hosting the ribbon cutting, and an even bigger thank you to our amazing community. Your support made these playgrounds possible, and we are so grateful. We’re counting down the days until school starts next week, when every student will get to explore, play, and make new memories on these beautiful playgrounds. If you snapped pictures of your student enjoying the playground tonight, we’d love to see them! 📸 Share your favorites in the comments below. #RangelySchoolDistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

We’re excited to introduce Bella Barker as our new Junior/Senior High School Special Education Teacher! Bella joined the Rangely community a little over a year ago after moving from Grand Junction, CO, after meeting her fiancé. She is a proud graduate of Colorado Mesa University with a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science. Before joining our district, Bella worked in an all-access outdoor education program for 6th-grade students in Mesa County, teaching everything from creek biology and survival skills to archery, plant identification, camping, low ropes courses, and social-emotional skills—while living in a cabin tent at the school for a year! When she’s not in the classroom, Bella can be found outdoors with her fiancé and their two dogs—hiking, camping, rafting, dirt biking, or practicing traditional archery. What she’s most excited about in Rangely? The small-town, close-knit community and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with students during their six years at RJSHS. Plus… she’s a big fan of the side-by-side trails! Welcome to the Panther family, Bella! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

Thanks to the Healthy Meals for All Act, all students in Kindergarten through 12th grade will receive free school lunch. Please still complete a Free & Reduced Price Meals application — even though lunch is free, this form may help your family qualify for reduced school fees and other benefits. ⚠️ Important Note: The Healthy Meals for All Act will be on the ballot in November 2025. Changes to the free lunch program could take effect January 1, 2026. Learn more here: 🔗 https://www.cde.state.co.us/nutrition/healthymealsforallguide#page14 🥞 Breakfast will also be available before school for 50¢. If your family needs help covering breakfast costs, please send a signed note to the school. 👨‍👩‍👧 Parents & Guardians: Want to join your child for lunch? Adult meals are $5.00. Please contact the school in advance to order. Questions? Contact Food Service Director Vicky Long at Vicky.Long@rangelyk12.org. . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

We’re excited to welcome Justin Cornell to Rangely Junior/Senior High School! This year, Mr. Cornell will be teaching World History with 10th grade, Human Geography with 9th grade, and Social Studies with 7th grade. A Colorado native (with the exception of three unforgettable months in Arizona 😅), Justin grew up in Aurora/Denver and has also lived in Colorado Springs and Durango—his favorite spot in the state! This will be his first year teaching Social Studies, but he brings a wealth of knowledge and passion for the subject. He earned two BAs in History & Political Science from Fort Lewis College in 2012 and a Master’s in Global Community Engagement from the University of Denver in 2019. Before teaching, he spent years in customer service (an experience he doesn’t recommend!), but his heart has always been in history and education. Outside the classroom, Justin enjoys history and non-fiction reading, following current events, video games, building computers, and a little bit of competitive gaming—he’s played World of Warcraft for 20 years and logged over 2,000 hours in Fallout 4! Justin is looking forward to joining our close-knit community, enjoying a slower pace of life, and sharing his love for history with our students. Welcome, Mr. Cornell! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

Last spring, these six outstanding seniors signed to continue their academic and athletic careers at the next level. Now, as they get ready to leave for their colleges and start this exciting new chapter, we want to wish them the very best! Your hard work, dedication, and Panther spirit have brought you this far—and we can’t wait to see all you accomplish in college athletics and beyond. • Aydan Christian – Wrestling | Fort Hayes Tech, Kansas • Kaitlyn Cox – Volleyball | Colorado Northwestern Community College • Jordan Irwin – Wrestling | Colorado Northwestern Community College • Lexi LeBleu – Volleyball | Colorado Northwestern Community College • Izaiah Moody – Football | Culver-Stockton College, Missouri • Miah Wren – Basketball | McCook Community College, NE . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

Join us TONIGHT from 5:30 to 7:00 PM for our Junior/Senior High School Open House! Come and go as it works for you. 🍿 Bonus: Popcorn will be served by our awesome NHS students! We’re excited to welcome everyone back and kick off the new school year together! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

Join us and the Rangely Area Chamber of Commerce as we officially open our brand-new playgrounds! 📅 Thursday, August 14 🕠 5:30–7:00 PM 📍 Parkview Elementary Playground We’re thrilled to share the amazing progress we’ve made since the bond passed. Come celebrate, explore the new equipment, and help us fill the playground with the laughter and smiles of our students. While you’re here, grab a sweet treat—Parkview Elementary PTO will be selling cotton candy! Parents must attend with their students. Siblings welcome! We can’t wait to see you there! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

We’re excited to announce Carrie Burnett as the new head coach for Rangely’s Seventh Grade Volleyball Team! Carrie knows the sport well—she played volleyball for seven years, including four years on varsity at Rangely High School. A proud Rangely native, she’s spent most of her life here, recently moving back after four years away following nursing school. When she’s not coaching, Carrie enjoys spending time with her family, going on walks with her son and two golden retrievers, and relaxing with a good book. She’s passionate about volleyball and looks forward to inspiring the next generation to love the game as much as she does. Outside of coaching, Carrie works as a registered nurse at Rangely District Hospital. Welcome back to Panther volleyball, Coach Burnett! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

We’re excited to introduce Grady Nielsen as the new Assistant Coach for the Rangely Junior High football team! Grady is no stranger to Panther football—he played for seven years through middle and high school, earning All-Conference and All-State honors. Born and raised in Rangely (minus his time at CMU in Grand Junction), he’s been part of our community for 22 years. When he’s not on the field, you can find him mountain biking, fishing, hiking, golfing, or out riding his side-by-side. Professionally, Grady works full-time as a pumper with Scout Energy Management. He’s most excited to connect with our youth and help build a winning attitude and culture they can carry with them through life. Welcome back to Panther football, Coach Nielsen! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

Join Colorado Parks and Wildlife for the Rangely Family Shoot on Saturday, August 16, at the Rangely Elks Trap Range (½ mile south of Rangely, east side of County Road / Dragon Trail). No experience? No problem! All ages welcome, all gear provided, and no previous experience or equipment needed. 📞 Questions? Call 970-942-8676. Come learn new outdoor skills, enjoy time with family, and make memories in the great Colorado outdoors! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

Parkview Elementary’s Back-to-School Night is TONIGHT! ✏️📚 We are so excited to welcome our students and families back for another amazing school year! ✅ Meet your child’s teacher ✅ Pay school fees (cash, checks, or cards accepted) ✅ Find out testing times 🌭 Hotdog dinner available by donation — all proceeds go directly to support our sister school in Ghana. We can’t wait to see all the smiling faces tonight! Can’t make it? No problem — stop by the Parkview office tomorrow or give Miss Cheri a call to find out your child’s teacher and testing time. #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

We’re excited to welcome Laura Coombs as our new 5th-grade teacher at Parkview Elementary! Laura joins us from Pueblo, CO, and brings with her a passion for teaching and a love for the 5th-grade classroom—something she’s taught for the past three years. She graduated from Colorado State University Pueblo in 2021 and went on to earn her Master’s in Curriculum and Instruction in 2024. Outside of the classroom, Laura enjoys evening walks, playing board games, baking, visiting local coffee shops, spending time with family, and watching Gilmore Girls. She’s most looking forward to the slower pace and the warm, small-town hospitality that Rangely has to offer. Please help us give Laura a warm welcome to our schools and our community! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado

We’re excited to welcome Patrick Scoggins to the Parkview Elementary team! This year, Patrick will be teaching 4th grade and bringing his passion for education, athletics, and community to our students. Patrick is no stranger to Rangely—he’s a proud Rangely native and 2018 RHS graduate! After high school, he attended Colorado State University Pueblo, where he earned degrees in Exercise Science and Health Science while competing in cross country and track. After college, Patrick moved to Kansas City, MO, where he worked as a personal trainer and later as a Youth Development Leader at the YMCA. Now, he’s returned home to the “greatest town in America” to give back to the community that shaped him. When he’s not in the classroom, Patrick loves the outdoors—running, biking, swimming, hiking, and camping—and spending time with his goldendoodle, whether on walks, outdoor adventures, or snuggled up for movie nights. Patrick says he’s most looking forward to encouraging and supporting the youth of Rangely and helping them grow both in and out of the classroom. Join us in giving Patrick a warm Panther welcome! . #rangelyschooldistrict #RangelyColorado #RangelyPanthers

LAST CALL for Bus Route Requests! 🚌 If your student needs transportation to or from school for the 2025–2026 school year, the Bus Route Request Form must be submitted TODAY! 🚨 This applies to ALL K–12 students who plan to ride a route bus. Don’t delay—routes are being finalized! ⸻ 🏡 In-Town Routes ✔️ PreK–5th Grade – In-town routes available ❌ 6th–12th Grade – No in-town route between Darius Ave. and River Road ⸻ 🚍 Out-of-Town Routes (AM & PM) – PreK–12 • Frog Route – Down River • Elk Route – Up River / La Mesa • Shark Route – Dinosaur / Blue Mountain • Highway 139 Route ⸻ 🕧 Mid-Day PreK Routes • Two in-town only routes (AM drop-off & PM pick-up) ⚠️ No out-of-town mid-day PreK route available—we apologize for the inconvenience. ⸻ 📄 Required Forms Route Bus Request Form (K–12) Must be completed for all students except preschool: 👉 Fill it out here https://rangelyk12.transfinder.com/formfinder/Survey.html?c=rangelyk12&t=cb21e9a37p74 Preschool Bus Authorization Form Required for all preschool riders: 👉 Complete the form here https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kurOBGSzb5OL-MBGrI7mVe3zKfvgURDHD346GO2k5uo/edit?usp=drivesdk ⸻ What Happens After You Submit? You’ll receive a confirmation email with your child’s assigned stop and pick-up/drop-off times. Please allow a few days for processing. ⸻ 📞 Questions? Contact Bart Nielsen, Transportation Director 📧 transportation@rangelyk12.org Let’s get ready for a safe and smooth start to the school year! . #RangelySchoolDistrict #RangelyPanthers #RangelyColorado