To our children: We can't wait to see you!
To our families: Thank you for trusting us with your little ones.
To our teachers and staff: Thank you for all you do to make every child feel welcomed, valued, and ready to learn.
We look forward to welcoming our Head Start children at the Rocky Ford Grand Valley Center on Monday, August 17th.
Enrollment remains open for children ages 3 to 5 for our full-day services, with transportation provided.
To check eligibility and begin the enrollment process, please contact our office at 719-384-3160.
Curious about teaching early childhood in Colorado? Join us on August 25th to hear from early childhood career experts and learn about teaching pathways in Colorado. RSVP here: https://ontch.org/TEACHColoradoECEWebinar
Join us as we celebrate an incredible year of learning, growth, and connection through the Ripple Project!
📅 Monday, July 20, 2026
🕠 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Otero College – McBride Building
Room 120: Caregiver Circle
Room 113: Childcare & Children's Activities
Enjoy an evening of celebration, connection, family resources, childcare, and light refreshments as we reflect on the positive impact we've made together.
📧 Registration is required!
To register, please email Meghan.Nichols@Otero.edu with:
Number of adults attending
Number of children attending
We look forward to celebrating with you and continuing to create ripples that strengthen families and our community!
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¡Están invitados a la Celebración Final del Proyecto Ripple! 💜
¡Acompáñennos a celebrar un increíble año de aprendizaje, crecimiento y conexión a través del Proyecto Ripple!
📅 Lunes, 20 de julio de 2026
🕠 5:30 p. m. – 7:00 p. m.
📍 Otero College – Edificio McBride
Salón 120: Círculo para Cuidadores
Salón 113: Cuidado infantil y actividades para niños
Disfrute de una tarde de celebración, convivencia, recursos para las familias, cuidado infantil y refrigerios ligeros mientras reflexionamos sobre el impacto positivo que hemos logrado juntos.
📧 ¡Es necesario registrarse!
Para registrarse, envíe un correo electrónico a Meghan.Nichols@Otero.edu con:
Número de adultos que asistirán
Número de niños que asistirán
¡Esperamos celebrar con ustedes y seguir creando ondas positivas que fortalezcan a las familias y a nuestra comunidad!
For the safety of our children, families, staff, and community members, tonight's Ripple Project Pool Event at the Wipeout has been canceled due to active tornado warnings and severe weather conditions in our area.
While we are disappointed to miss this opportunity to gather together, the safety and well-being of our families must always come first.
We sincerely appreciate your understanding and support. Please stay weather-aware, follow local emergency guidance, and most importantly, stay safe this evening.
Thank you for being a valued part of the Ripple Project family. ❤️
Join us for our Ripple Project Caregiver & Community Circle on Tuesday, June 9 from 4:30 PM–5:30 PM.
This month's topic focuses on the connection between physical wellbeing and mental health. Families will learn simple outdoor games and activities that encourage movement, connection, and positive wellbeing while spending quality time together.
Date: June 9, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM–5:30 PM
Location: Cole Park
Address: 506 2nd Street Alamosa, CO 81101
Please click the link below to RSVP or email Meghan at Meghan.Nichols@Otero.edu:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd21WBMcdHNMQ6oytBnXoRlIFNwZIdEhqbAsHw9KGHc2I9eEQ/viewform?usp=header
We look forward to seeing you there!
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💜 Apoyo para Cuidadores, Sin Sentirse Abrumados 💜
Acompáñenos en nuestro Círculo Comunitario y de Cuidadores del Proyecto Ripple el martes 9 de junio de 2026, de 4:30 p. m. a 5:30 p. m.
El tema de este mes se enfoca en la conexión entre el bienestar físico y la salud mental. Las familias aprenderán juegos y actividades sencillas al aire libre que fomentan el movimiento, la conexión familiar y el bienestar positivo mientras disfrutan tiempo de calidad juntos.
Fecha: 9 de junio de 2026
Hora: 4:30 p. m. – 5:30 p. m.
Lugar: Cole Park
Dirección: 506 2nd Street, Alamosa, CO 81101
Por favor, haga clic en el siguiente enlace para confirmar su asistencia (RSVP) o envíe un correo electrónico a Meghan a Meghan.Nichols@Otero.edu:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd21WBMcdHNMQ6oytBnXoRlIFNwZIdEhqbAsHw9KGHc2I9eEQ/viewform?usp=header
¡Esperamos verlos allí!
The library's SRP Teen Volunteer Team includes 15 volunteers who will be assisting with programming activities. Additionally, La Junta City Transit will be transporting three daycares to the library each week, providing greater access to summer learning opportunities for local children.
Woodruff Memorial Library would like to recognize its sponsors, WML Friends and the Early Childhood Council, and thank the many community partners who are providing free programming this summer.
Citizenship Classes with Claudia Terrazas will begin soon and continue through November 9. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.
There are several other events and activities scheduled this month. Please review the attached calendar for a complete listing of programs and opportunities available through Woodruff Memorial Library.
🌊 Registration Closure Update – Community Circle Finale 🌊
Thank you all so much for the overwhelming interest in the Community Circle Finale: Summer Connection Event at the La Junta Wipeout Pool!
Due to the incredible community response and limited event capacity, registration for the event is now officially closed. We are truly grateful for the excitement and support families have shown for The Ripple Project and this special summer event. 💙
Families who RSVP’d before registration reached capacity will receive a confirmation email containing their ticket to attend the event. Families who submitted a registration after capacity was reached will also receive an email update letting them know space was no longer available.
Thank you again for being part of such a caring and connected community. We are excited to celebrate connection, calm, fun, and togetherness with all registered families this summer! ☀️💦
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🌊 Actualización del Cierre de Registro – Final de Community Circle 🌊
¡Muchas gracias a todos por el enorme interés en el Evento Final de Community Circle: Summer Connection Event en la piscina La Junta Wipeout Pool!
Debido a la increíble respuesta de la comunidad y al cupo limitado del evento, el registro para el evento está oficialmente cerrado. Estamos muy agradecidos por el entusiasmo y apoyo que las familias han mostrado hacia The Ripple Project y este evento especial de verano. 💙
Las familias que confirmaron su asistencia antes de que se alcanzara la capacidad recibirán un correo electrónico de confirmación con su boleto para asistir al evento. Las familias que enviaron su registro después de que se llenó la capacidad también recibirán un correo electrónico informándoles que ya no había espacio disponible.
Gracias nuevamente por ser parte de una comunidad tan unida y solidaria. ¡Estamos emocionados de celebrar la conexión, la calma, la diversión y el tiempo en comunidad con todas las familias registradas este verano! ☀️💦
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Join us for the Community Circle Finale: Summer Connection Event as part of The Ripple Project at the La Junta Wipeout Pool!
📍 1190 US-50, La Junta, CO 81050
📅 June 22, 2026 06:30 - 08:00 PM
This is a private registration-only event with limited capacity.
To register, please RSVP by emailing Meghan.Nichols@Otero.edu
Please note:
✔️ Admission will only be permitted for families who complete registration
✔️ Families must receive a confirmation email prior to the event
We are excited to celebrate connection, community, calm, and a fun summer evening with you and your family! 🌊☀️💙
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☀️💦 ¡Están Invitados! 💦☀️
¡Acompáñenos en el Evento Final del Círculo Comunitario: Evento de Conexión de Verano como parte de The Ripple Project en la piscina La Junta Wipeout Pool!
📍 1190 US-50, La Junta, CO 81050
📅 22 de junio de 2026
Este es un evento privado únicamente con registro previo y con cupo limitado.
Para registrarse, confirme su asistencia enviando un correo electrónico a Meghan.Nichols@Otero.edu
Por favor tome en cuenta:
✔️ La entrada será permitida únicamente a las familias que completen el registro
✔️ Las familias deben recibir un correo electrónico de confirmación antes del evento
¡Estamos emocionados de celebrar la conexión, la comunidad, la calma y una divertida noche de verano con usted y su familia! 🌊☀️💙
A big thank you to parent Jessica Mills from Arkansas Valley Water Conservancy District for joining us. She spent time with our kids planting chili peppers 🌱 and sharing a special story with them.
Hands-on experiences like these help our children connect with nature and learn the importance of caring for our planet. We’re so grateful for the support of our families and community! 💚
#LearningThroughPlay #CommunityConnections #GrowingTogether
Manzanola Head Start: There will be no morning transportation today, Monday, March 23. Afternoon transportation will be provided. Thank you
A big THANK YOU to Lennon Totten, Registered Dental Hygienist with River Valley Dental Hygiene, for spending time with our Rocky Ford Annex students during Dental Health Month in February! Our children loved learning about brushing, flossing, and how to keep their smiles healthy and bright. Your visit helped make dental health fun, engaging, and meaningful for our little learners!
