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#  Basalt High School will ensure that every student develops the enduring knowledge, skills, and character to THRIVE in a changing world.

Our Values –  At BHS we uphold and support our students in exhibiting our core [THRIVE values](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AXooSiJqIwVydYwEwtPvTUM7zffoZwjHDOycC9qeiaI/edit?usp=sharing).

*   Thoughtful: Longhorns communicate reflectively, care for others, consider diverse perspectives, engage in critical thinking, and take ownership of academics.
*   Honest: Longhorns embody accountability, authenticity, and trustworthiness by taking responsibility for mistakes, valuing open communication, and upholding academic integrity.
*   Responsible: Longhorns demonstrate punctuality, ownership of assignments, and a commitment to learning, holding themselves to high standards and taking initiative for their academic growth.
*   Inclusive: Longhorns foster an environment of respect, acceptance, and collaboration, valuing diverse perspectives, engaging with empathy, and ensuring all members feel welcomed and valued.
*   Valued: Longhorns are those who feel appreciated, heard, connected, and respected, both in their learning journey and their contributions to the classroom community, fostering an environment where diverse perspectives are acknowledged and individual worth is recognized.
*   Engaged:Longhorns actively participate, ask questions, and contribute, displaying enthusiasm, curiosity, and a desire to learn.


Our Mission:

Main Number: (970) 384-5959

Attendance Hotline: Adalicia Willits

awillits@rfschools.com

(970) 384-5975

School Nurse: Mary Bahr

(970) 384- 5492

Snow Day Info: (970) 384-6075

Principal: Megan Hartmann

(970) 384-5952

mhartmann@rfschools.com

Assistant Principal: Jesus Rios Vera

(970) 384-5951

jmrios@rfschools.com

Athletic Director: Jacob Ashworth

(970) 384-5957

jashworth@rfschools.com

Family Liaison: Noemi Santiago

(970) 384-5927

nsantiago@rfschools.com

Address:

Basalt High School

600 Southside Dr

Basalt, CO 81621


Important Contacts:

[Course Infographic](https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Z1SjV_KFejkdW3ptxCvDsAX9xRgmb1G/view?usp=sharing)



[Course Catolog 2025-2026](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jQSCPvTVF51MdCSK73wJ2N8mikPMYogr5zEeSGh8UkI/edit?usp=sharing)[](https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Z1SjV_KFejkdW3ptxCvDsAX9xRgmb1G/view?usp=sharing)

[](https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Z1SjV_KFejkdW3ptxCvDsAX9xRgmb1G/view?usp=sharing)[](https://drive.google.com/file/d/14Z1SjV_KFejkdW3ptxCvDsAX9xRgmb1G/view?usp=sharing)


2025-2026 Course Opportunities: 

Information:

Basalt High School

BHS Web

Spanish Speaking Family Night

Footloose! Musical

SAT/PSAT State Testing Day

Capstone Gallery Walk

No School - April Break

No School - Teacher PD Day

Scholarship Awards Night

Prom

Academic Awards Night

Accountability Group Meeting

Events Calendar

We’re thrilled to share that eligible students can receive **$120 on an EBT card** to help purchase groceries this year through the S-EBT program. To find out if your household qualifies, simply complete and return the meal application form to your school as soon as possible.

Don’t miss out—this program is designed to support our community, and we encourage all eligible families to apply! You can find the meal application forms attached, available in both [**English** ](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xCDrTa-b0hA_JzCanAGFULA8XREBsX1k/view?usp=sharing)and [**Spanish**](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TG9frXvBrq38UO9dVZFxVD1O95WzR4Vs/view?usp=sharing). Parents and guardians can also easily fill out this application through our parent portal: Infinite Campus

For more details, please reach out to the school office. Let’s make sure every family has the resources they need.

Exciting News: S-EBT Program for Eligible Students

The Roaring Fork Schools are administering a survey (link sent via email) for families from March 10 - April 4, 2025, to gain feedback about your experience with your child’s school and the district at large. Your feedback is critical for helping the district and the schools identify bright spots and needed improvement. Individual responses will be anonymous.The family survey has been administered since the spring of 2018 in Roaring Fork Schools. You can see past results [here](https://www.rfsd.k12.co.us/panorama-family-survey-db61bf64#). The family survey is designed to gather feedback about how we are doing on the specific commitments we have made to our community for our schools and our district. You can see those commitments in full in English or Spanish [here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N9Mn4VnqSdrLGLMK6iHp_NnzwQfbRz4E/view).

Provide feedback on the Roaring Fork Schools through the family survey

Check out our March Newsletter with great information:

*   Letter from our Superintendent and Board of Education President

*   Provide Feedback on the RF Schools via the Family Survey

*   Parent Survey for the Special Education Department

*   S-EBT Program for Eligible Students and more

Family and Community Newsletter

Don't forget to check out our February edition of the Family and Community Newsletter with great information:

*   K-12 Registration Open February 10th

*   Raising Kindergarten Events on March 3rd at all our Elementary

*   Cellphone Use at RFSD

*   Safe Haven, and more!

> ### "Being a school board member has been an incredibly difficult and equally rewarding experience thus far. I am grateful to my colleagues on the board, district staff, and the community for the consistent support and for their efforts in always pushing to make things better in the Roaring Fork School District."  

Our school board members volunteer countless hours and work tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure that every student has the opportunities and resources they need to succeed. Let’s come together to honor their commitment and hard work!

Let's Celebrate Kathryn Kuhlenberg: Our Board President

January is Board of Education Recognition Month, and we are excited to take this opportunity to recognize the hard work, dedication, and commitment of our Board members. Their leadership and advocacy play a vital role in shaping the future of our students and community. We are grateful for their tireless efforts to ensure that every student in the Roaring Fork School District receives the support and education they deserve.

A special recognition goes to each of our Board members for their unwavering service and for making our district a place where all students can thrive. Thank you for your leadership, vision, and commitment to our students, staff, and families! Let’s take a moment to celebrate their contributions and the positive impact they continue to have on our schools.



*   **Kenny Teitler:** District A; Board Representative for CRES, CMS, & RFHS
*   **Betsy After:** District B; Board Representative for RVS, CCS, & BRHS
*   **Lindsay Defrates:** District C; Board Representative for SES, TRCS, & GSHS
*   **Jasmin Ramirez:** District D; Board Representative for GSES, GSMS, & GSHS
*   **Kathryn Kuhlenber**: District E; Board Representative for BES, BMS, & BH

We are proud to have such a dedicated group of individuals serving our community!

Board of Education Recognition Month: Celebrating Our Dedicated Members

Please check out our[ January Newsletter, ](https://secure.smore.com/n/3ayq6)full of important information and updates such as:

*   Board of Education Recognition Month, celebrating our dedicated members

*   Board Meeting Updates,

*   Raising Kindergarten Registration Information,

*   Special Education Focus Groups

*   And more!

As our community turns toward the holiday season and the New Year, columns like this typically reflect on the year that is ending and the new year to come. While I would prefer to share news from the students, families, teachers and staff who make our district so strong, instead I would like to share information about financial challenges facing the district. 

At its December meeting, the Board of Education learned about several financial issues that will impact the district’s budgets this year and next. The first issue to address is closing out the district’s estimated $5.7 million shortfall, due primarily to underestimating the true cost and risk of the self-insurance plan launched in the 23/24 school year. The shortfall was further complicated by the rushed development of the 24/25 school year budget that omitted key expenditures and overestimated student enrollment. [Read more here.](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KeA904fW9Yr_DAJeUS2q5KbrI_Hbb28Vv09BqX9Qhz0/edit?tab=t.0)

Superintendent Letter: Addressing financial challenges in the New Year

District News

[Weekly Newsletter #28](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1orT3VloAbOQijHOhUBNzseJEEC3qOib4osVHlrfT\_-o/edit?usp=drivesdk)

March 2nd, 2025

[Weekly Newsletter #27](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1VgXtV2ftXSNXrnZcqhV7kfcMP5jZ13EQYS15STq5hhc/edit?usp=drivesdk)

February 23rd, 2025

[Weekly Newsletter #26](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1NpcD_TBPYUpQxjUt_lfeV2iWc3BOefUwlH5aYN7FlI8/edit?usp=sharing)

February 16th, 2025

[Weekly Newsletter #25](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FytAjcRqXCpNVcGeDe1Ua-RPRYbEgTnrEUMXzb6F8pQ/edit?usp=sharing)

February 9th, 2025

[Weekly Newsletter #24](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CWJsMy5SntyWfKggoqZyAiZYLpOhIaz5ML6LDu5ZI18/edit?usp=sharing)

February 2nd, 2025

[Weekly Newsletter #23](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DaWBPMIH_VFDX40LHoyU_HkM4TJ2xUclagTumriQjFc/edit?usp=sharing)

January 26th, 2025

[Weekly Newsletter #22](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1s1\_ex9l0Whn7FpRByOb60nihpYpQWUBw3Rm2jADoYSA/edit?usp=sharing)

January 19th, 2025

[Weekly Newsletter #21](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HKmkiSN09O4wFtgMv6Y\_7DSiFwzPs--i0rGBhhPemg8/edit?usp=sharing)

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