Last week was National School Bus Safety Week, and we promised we’d share more photos! Today, we’re recognizing our La Junta Home Visitors, some of whom also provide transportation for our families.
Thank you for helping keep our children and families safe while going the extra mile to support our Early Head Start program!
Thank you for helping keep our children and families safe while going the extra mile to support our Early Head Start program!
Dear Parents and Families,
Please be advised that there will be no Head Start Preschool services provided to children on Thursday, November 5th, as our staff will be participating in professional development to enhance their skills and continue providing quality services to your children. Early Head Start will be in regular session.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Thank you for your continued support.
Please be advised that there will be no Head Start Preschool services provided to children on Thursday, November 5th, as our staff will be participating in professional development to enhance their skills and continue providing quality services to your children. Early Head Start will be in regular session.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.
Thank you for your continued support.
National School Bus Safety Week | October 19–23
Behind every safe ride is a team that cares!
We are proud to recognize our dedicated transportation staff, including Wayne, our Transportation Trainer, and our Home Visitors who help transport families and connect them with important services.
Safety is a shared responsibility, and our staff work hard every day to ensure children and families travel safely. Thank you for making safety a priority and helping protect the children and families we serve!
Stay tuned for more photos celebrating our transportation team!
There will be school for Boone EHS children on Wednesday, October 7. Staff should report at their normal time.
This week is Fire Prevention Week and The Manzanola CDS Head Start would like to Thank Josh Fief with the Manzanola Volunteer Fire Department for coming by and talking with our kids on the importance of Fires and Drills.
There will be no school for Boone EHS children on Tuesday, Oct. 6, due to no water to the building.
There will be no school for Boone EHS children on Monday, Oct. 5, due to no water to the building.
Lamar Head Start Classroom A, Miss Keonna's and Miss Aspen's room, is closed today, Monday, Sept. 21.
Parents: Speak up for Head Start!
Attention Boone families: There is no MSHS school today, Friday, Aug. 28, due to no water to the building. MSHS staff should not report. EHS staff should complete tasks offsite as scheduled, but should not report to the building.
What a beautiful morning to celebrate our community! Our CDS team of Tracey Lucero, Executive Director, and Teresa Felix, Family and Community Partnership Manager, had a wonderful time participating in the Arkansas Valley Fair parade this morning in Rocky Ford.
We are proud to be part of the community and even prouder to support the children and families we serve every day.
Remember, we are still enrolling for all programs! Visit cdsheadstart.com or call 719-384-3100 to be connected to a center.
Hi Head Start families! Just a reminder there is no school on Thursday, August 20, for students in Lamar, La Junta, Rocky Ford and Manzanola. We will see everyone on Monday, August 24!
Welcome back, Head Start families! School begins Monday, August 17. We are excited to begin a new school year filled with learning and fun!
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.
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.
The Playground is Ready!
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.
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
You are invited to Fall Registration! School starts August 17!
You're Invited to the Ripple Project Final Celebration! 💜
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!
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!
🌩️ Important Ripple Project Update 🌩️
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. ❤️
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. ❤️
💜 Support for Caregivers, Without the Overwhelm 💜
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!
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!
Woodruff Memorial Library's 2026 Summer Reading Program Kickoff is just around the corner! This year's theme is "Unearth A Story," with a focus on dinosaurs, paleontology, and archaeology. The library has an exciting lineup of programs planned to bring fun and learning to our community throughout the summer.
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.
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.
