🐾❤️ Cougar Families, after the flooding and school closures, we look forward to bringing our students together for some fun, familiar traditions and a sense of belonging.
Join us Thursday, October 29:
🎃 Campus Trick-or-Treating: 4–5:30 p.m.
👻 Halloween Carnival/Bazaar: 5:30–8:30 p.m. in the Elementary Gym
Check out the flyer for our dress-up days! As our community continues to recover, we’re taking it one day at a time—together. Cougar Strong! 💛
Join us Thursday, October 29:
🎃 Campus Trick-or-Treating: 4–5:30 p.m.
👻 Halloween Carnival/Bazaar: 5:30–8:30 p.m. in the Elementary Gym
Check out the flyer for our dress-up days! As our community continues to recover, we’re taking it one day at a time—together. Cougar Strong! 💛
Dear Parents and Families,
We are happy to share that Rock Point Community
School will reopen Wednesday, October 28, 2026, after
the recent flooding.
Our school is safe and ready for students to return. We are
excited to welcome everyone back.
We know some families are still affected by the flood.
Some roads may still be closed or unsafe. If your family
cannot safely travel to school because of flood conditions,
your child's absence will be excused.
Alternate pickup areas will be communicated by your
child’s driver. This will help keep everyone safe and make
morning bus runs smooth.
Please stay safe and call the school office if flood damage,
road closures, or displacement keep your child from
coming to school.
Thank you for your patience and support. We look forward
to seeing our students again soon.
Sincerely,
Rock Point Community School Administration
We are happy to share that Rock Point Community
School will reopen Wednesday, October 28, 2026, after
the recent flooding.
Our school is safe and ready for students to return. We are
excited to welcome everyone back.
We know some families are still affected by the flood.
Some roads may still be closed or unsafe. If your family
cannot safely travel to school because of flood conditions,
your child's absence will be excused.
Alternate pickup areas will be communicated by your
child’s driver. This will help keep everyone safe and make
morning bus runs smooth.
Please stay safe and call the school office if flood damage,
road closures, or displacement keep your child from
coming to school.
Thank you for your patience and support. We look forward
to seeing our students again soon.
Sincerely,
Rock Point Community School Administration
🐾 Rock Point families: No school for students Monday, October 26, and Tuesday, October 27.
Extracurricular activities will continue to give students opportunities to reconnect with friends and find comfort in familiar routines. Please see this week’s schedule below.
Thank you for your patience and support as our community recovers. One day at a time, we move forward together. ❤️💛
WE ARE ROCK POINT!
Extracurricular activities will continue to give students opportunities to reconnect with friends and find comfort in familiar routines. Please see this week’s schedule below.
Thank you for your patience and support as our community recovers. One day at a time, we move forward together. ❤️💛
WE ARE ROCK POINT!
IMPORTANT NOTICE: RPCS CALLS FOR NO
SCHOOL/ NO INSTRUCTIONAL DAYS
Rock Point Community School will be closed for two days, Monday and Tuesday, October 26 & 27, 2026, to allow families time to recover from recent flooding and prepare for additional rainfall expected this weekend.
We recognize that many families have experienced significant losses, while others continue to face unsafe road conditions. The school is working with appropriate agencies to assess road conditions and determine when bus transportation can safely resume. Additional school closures may be necessary depending on recovery progress and road accessibility. Updates will be provided as conditions change.
Extracurricular and family engagement activities may continue when conditions allow them to be conducted safely. These activities provide opportunities for students and families to reconnect and maintain a sense of normalcy during this difficult time.
The safety and well-being of our students, families, and staff remain our priority. Thank you for your patience and understanding as our community recovers.
RPCS Administration
RPCS Student Well-Being and Flood Impact Survey
Dear RPCS Parents and Guardians,
We recognize that many families in our community continue to be affected by flooding and challenging road conditions. Rock Point Community School is gathering updated information to better understand the well-being of our students and families during this time.
Your responses will help us assess student safety, transportation access, road conditions, and any urgent needs as we continue planning for future school operations.
Please complete one survey per household.
Complete the survey here:
https://forms.gle/Q4zGhTUqeUy66HnU9
If the link does not open directly, copy and paste it into your web browser.
📢 RPCS Families: No school tomorrow, Friday, October 23, due to continued flooding and hazardous road conditions. Please avoid flooded roadways, limit travel, and take care of one another. Stay safe, Cougars! 🐾
📢 EVENTS POSTPONED
Due to bad weather and concerns for everyone’s safety, we are postponing these events:
• Tonight, October 21: Stay Aware, Stay Safe Family Engagement Night
• Tomorrow, October 22: Cougar Spooktacular & Halloween Bazaar
New dates will be announced once confirmed. Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe, Cougar families! 🐾
Due to bad weather and concerns for everyone’s safety, we are postponing these events:
• Tonight, October 21: Stay Aware, Stay Safe Family Engagement Night
• Tomorrow, October 22: Cougar Spooktacular & Halloween Bazaar
New dates will be announced once confirmed. Thank you for your understanding. Please stay safe, Cougar families! 🐾
Dear Parents, Guardians, and School Community,
Due to the current weather conditions and ongoing concerns for the safety of our students and staff, Rock Point Community School will have an early release as soon as it is safe to travel. Parents and guardians who wish to pick up their children beginning right now are encouraged to do so.
Please be advised of the following schedule changes:
Today, Wednesday, October 21: Early release as soon as safely possible. All afterschool and evening activities are postponed.
Field Trip Students: Parents and guardians may pick up students at the school when they return from their field trip.
Tomorrow, Thursday, October 22: School will be closed.
Friday, October 23: There is a possibility that school will operate as a Virtual Learning Day. A decision will be communicated as more information becomes available.
We encourage all families to take the necessary precautions to keep their children safe. Please check school messages periodically for additional updates and announcements regarding school operations.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued cooperation as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and community.
Please stay safe!
Rock Point Community School Administration
Due to the current weather conditions and ongoing concerns for the safety of our students and staff, Rock Point Community School will have an early release as soon as it is safe to travel. Parents and guardians who wish to pick up their children beginning right now are encouraged to do so.
Please be advised of the following schedule changes:
Today, Wednesday, October 21: Early release as soon as safely possible. All afterschool and evening activities are postponed.
Field Trip Students: Parents and guardians may pick up students at the school when they return from their field trip.
Tomorrow, Thursday, October 22: School will be closed.
Friday, October 23: There is a possibility that school will operate as a Virtual Learning Day. A decision will be communicated as more information becomes available.
We encourage all families to take the necessary precautions to keep their children safe. Please check school messages periodically for additional updates and announcements regarding school operations.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued cooperation as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our students, staff, and community.
Please stay safe!
Rock Point Community School Administration
Dear Parents and Guardians,
According to the National Weather Service, another storm system is expected to move into the Rock Point area in the early morning hours tomorrow, Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
Please note that Rock Point Community School (RPCS) will be operating buses using our designated inclement weather bus stops for both the morning and afternoon routes.
Instruction and all planned activities will continue as scheduled throughout the day. This includes the field trip. Afterschool programs will remain open. However, please plan for parent pick-up if your child participates in afterschool activities or will be on the trip tomorrow should the field trip bus return after 3:30 p.m.
Your family’s safety is our top priority. We strongly advise against making any risky crossings over moving or standing water. If road conditions prevent you from safely reaching your designated inclement weather stop, please stay safe and contact the school to let us know.
We will continue to monitor the weather closely. Please keep a close eye on your messages from the school for any further updates or schedule changes.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to keeping our community safe.
Warm regards,
Rock Point Community School Administration
🏀🐾 WHO'S READY FOR BASKETBALL SEASON?! 🔥
We know our Cougar community LOVES basketball! But first, let's score some points with READING! 📚❤️💛
Join us for Reading Together: Bigs & Littles – Sibling Reading Morning!
We're inviting Rock Point students to read with their siblings who also attend Rock Point, or bring an older brother, sister, or cousin to enjoy some reading time together, along with orange juice and a sweet pastry! 🧃🥐
📅 Monday, October 26
⏰ 7:00 AM
📍 School Cafeteria
🏀 HERE'S THE SLAM DUNK! Both the Rock Point student and their participating sibling or cousin will receive HALF-PRICE ADMISSION to our first home HS Basketball game on Saturday, November 21, vs. Hopi Bruins!
📚🏀 READ TOGETHER. GROW TOGETHER. CHEER TOGETHER!
We know our Cougar community LOVES basketball! But first, let's score some points with READING! 📚❤️💛
Join us for Reading Together: Bigs & Littles – Sibling Reading Morning!
We're inviting Rock Point students to read with their siblings who also attend Rock Point, or bring an older brother, sister, or cousin to enjoy some reading time together, along with orange juice and a sweet pastry! 🧃🥐
📅 Monday, October 26
⏰ 7:00 AM
📍 School Cafeteria
🏀 HERE'S THE SLAM DUNK! Both the Rock Point student and their participating sibling or cousin will receive HALF-PRICE ADMISSION to our first home HS Basketball game on Saturday, November 21, vs. Hopi Bruins!
📚🏀 READ TOGETHER. GROW TOGETHER. CHEER TOGETHER!
🚌 It's National Bus Safety Week!🚌
Here's what's happening at Tsé Nitsaa Deez’áhí Diné Bi’ólta’ this week, October 19–24!
🛑 STOP. LOOK. LISTEN. KEEP OUR STUDENTS SAFE!
As we recognize National Bus Safety Week, we're calling on ALL parents, students, staff, and community members to do their part!
🚸 Drivers: Slow down, stay alert, and NEVER pass a school bus with its stop sign extended.
🚌 Students: Follow bus rules, listen to your driver, and always look both ways before crossing.
❤️ Parents: Take a few minutes this week to talk with your children about bus safety. Your reminder could save a life!
🏐🏃🎃 We also have a busy week of Cougar athletics, family engagement, and our Cougar Spooktacular & Halloween Bazaar!
📣 Cougar Family, let's show up, get involved, support our students, and make safety a priority EVERY day!
Ha’íínílní – Be Strong Minded!❤️💛
Here's what's happening at Tsé Nitsaa Deez’áhí Diné Bi’ólta’ this week, October 19–24!
🛑 STOP. LOOK. LISTEN. KEEP OUR STUDENTS SAFE!
As we recognize National Bus Safety Week, we're calling on ALL parents, students, staff, and community members to do their part!
🚸 Drivers: Slow down, stay alert, and NEVER pass a school bus with its stop sign extended.
🚌 Students: Follow bus rules, listen to your driver, and always look both ways before crossing.
❤️ Parents: Take a few minutes this week to talk with your children about bus safety. Your reminder could save a life!
🏐🏃🎃 We also have a busy week of Cougar athletics, family engagement, and our Cougar Spooktacular & Halloween Bazaar!
📣 Cougar Family, let's show up, get involved, support our students, and make safety a priority EVERY day!
Ha’íínílní – Be Strong Minded!❤️💛
Dear RPCS Community,
Update:
Please be advised that the Rock Point Chapter House is continuing active Incident Command Center to monitor and support our community.
Again, our primary concern is the safety and well-being of all our families. We are requesting that all RPCS school families text a status update to 505-415-8760 as soon as possible.
In your message, please include:
1. **Family Name:** The name of the family/students you represent.
2. **Flood Impact Status:** Let us know if your household or property is affected by the flooding. Attach photos.
3. **Immediate Needs:** Indicate if you are safe or require assistance or evacuation.
4. **Where you are located**
If you or your family are seriously affected or in need of immediate help, please call the number above right away.
Please stay safe, and do not hesitate to reach out.
Rock Point Community School will NOT have school on Friday, October 16, 2026 due to significant flooding surrounding the school campus and relief efforts. Thank you in advance.
**RPCS Administration**
Dear RPCS Community,
Please be advised that the Chapter House has set up an active Incident Command Center to monitor and support our community during this time.
Our primary concern is the safety and well-being of all our families. We are requesting that all RPCS school families text a status update to 505-415-8760 as soon as possible.
In your message, please include:
1. **Family Name:** The name of the family/students you represent.
2. **Flood Impact Status:** Let us know if your household or property is affected by the flooding.
3. **Immediate Needs:** Indicate if you are safe or require assistance.
4. **Where you are located**
If you or your family are seriously affected or in need of immediate help, please call the number above right away.
Please stay safe, and do not hesitate to reach out.
**RPCS Administration**
📢 Rock Point Community Flood Update — October 14, 2026
Due to the recent severe weather and flooding, please stay home when possible and avoid unnecessary travel. Do not drive through flooded roads or washes. Our roads are saturated and need time to dry and stabilize.
🏠 Shelter for affected families
Rock Point Chapter House is open to families affected by flooding. Cots and limited food items will be available.
📸 Report flood damage
If your home has flood damage, please send photos of the damage, your home’s location, your phone number, and your name directly to:
• Mary John: 928-659-4350 or 928-659-4351
• Valinda Shirley: 505-415-8760
This information is needed for the Red Cross to assess the damage and assistance needs. Please do not post your personal information in the comments. Potential financial assistance requires an assessment and is not immediate.
Sandbags and volunteers
Sandbags are currently being obtained. Apache County will be delivering sand to the Chapter House this afternoon. If you can help fill sandbags, your assistance would be greatly appreciated! Please contact Mary or Valinda to coordinate.
🚧 Equipment and road conditions
Rock Point Chapter, Navajo Nation Division of Transportation (NDOT), and Arizona Department of Transportation are not dispatching heavy equipment into saturated areas at this time. NDOT cannot reach homes in these areas because of ground saturation.
📞 Immediate flood assistance
Call Chinle Police Department Dispatch:
928-674-2111 or 928-674-2112
Dispatch will connect your request with the Emergency Operations Center. The Incident Command Post in Window Rock is coordinating the response with Chinle PD.
According to today’s Incident Command Response Team update shared by our school board member, there is a 30% chance of rain through 6 p.m. today, with improving weather expected tomorrow.
Please give roads time to settle, check on loved ones by phone, and stay safe. Ahéhee’ to everyone helping our community.
RPCS Administration/School Board
RPCS Community Announcement – Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Good morning, RPCS Families,
Due to significant flooding in Rock Point, surrounding areas and upstream communities that contribute to the water flowing through our community, RPCS will have an early release today, Wednesday, October 14, at 1:30 PM.
There will be no school for students tomorrow, Thursday, October 15, 2026.
Please take all necessary safety precautions and do not attempt to travel through flooded, muddy, washed-out, or otherwise unsafe roads. Water levels and road conditions can change quickly. Your family’s safety is our top priority.
UPDATES AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
-Early Release: All students will be released at 1:30 PM today, Wednesday, October 14. Please make the necessary arrangements for your children.
-No School for Students Tomorrow: Thursday, October 15, due to significant flooding and unsafe road conditions.
-Bus Routes: Please do not attempt to reach designated bus stops if roads are flooded or unsafe. Notify the school if road conditions affect your child’s transportation.
-Honor Roll Trip: The Farmington trip is postponed until further notice. Honor Roll assembly will also be postponed.
-HS Volleyball: Please watch for additional updates regarding the game against Shonto, as conditions may affect the schedule.
-Bijí: Bijí will continue tomorrow.
We will continue monitoring weather, flooding, and road conditions and will share additional updates as needed. Please stay alert, avoid flooded roadways, and follow all safety advisories.
Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of our students, families, and staff.
Please share this announcement with other RPCS families to help ensure everyone receives this important information.
Stay safe,
RPCS Administration
Good morning, RPCS Families,
Due to poor road conditions, please do not attempt to travel through flooded, muddy, washed-out, or unsafe roads. Your family’s safety comes first.
Updates for Today:
● East and West Mesa: Students are excused from school today.
● Other Bus Routes: If road conditions prevent your children from safely reaching designated bus stops, please keep them home and notify the school so their absences can be excused.
● Honor Roll Trip: The Farmington trip is postponed until further notice.
● HS Volleyball: The game against Shonto remains scheduled at this time.
We will continue monitoring conditions and share updates as needed. Please stay safe and watch for school announcements.
Thank you for your cooperation.
RPCS Administration
Dear Rock Point Community School Families,
Rock Point Community School observe:
Inclement Weather School Stops on October 14, 2026: Buses will only stop at designated inclement weather bus stops.
Road Conditions & Safety: Drivers will not travel to areas with impassable roads or roads with standing water. Please communicate directly with your child’s bus driver regarding conditions on your route.
Bus Safety: For the safety of our students and families, please take all necessary precautions when meeting the bus tomorrow.
Thank you for your partnership in keeping our students and community safe.
Sincerely,
RPCS Administration
🎃 Join the Student Services Department and our 21st Century Staff for the Cougar Spooktacular & Halloween Bazaar! Thursday, October 22, 5:30–8:00 PM in the Elementary Gym. Enjoy Halloween activity stations, family fun, and shopping with local vendors!
👻 Vendors and classes are welcome to sell crafts, goodies, and treasures! Bring the family for a spooktacular evening!
👻 Vendors and classes are welcome to sell crafts, goodies, and treasures! Bring the family for a spooktacular evening!
🐾 This Week at Rock Point | October 12–17
Reminder: No school Monday for Indigenous Peoples’ Day. This week includes honor roll trips, Diné Language Proficiency Assessments, and Cougar athletics!
Parents and staff, join us Tuesday at 5:30pm in the Parent Center for Understanding Sensory Processing in School-Aged Children. Wear gold for Wednesday’s home volleyball game—let’s Gold Out the Gym! 💛
See the flyer for the full schedule. Go Cougars!
T’áadoo Nił Hóyé’í – Don’t Be Lazy!
🏐⭐ WELCOME TO FABULOUS ROCK POINT VOLLEYBALL! ⭐🏐
Join us as the Rock Point Lady Cougars take on the Shonto Grizzlies!
📅 October 14
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Rock Point High School Gym
💛 Vegas Gold Rush Night 💛
Let's GOLD OUT THE GYM!
Wear a GOLD t-shirt and receive FREE admission!
Bring the energy and help create an unforgettable atmosphere for our Lady Cougars. Invite your family, friends, and neighbors and help us pack the gym for an exciting night of volleyball and Cougar Pride!
🌟 Let's Turn Rock Point Gold! 🌟
🐾 Go Cougars! 💛🏐
Join us as the Rock Point Lady Cougars take on the Shonto Grizzlies!
📅 October 14
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Rock Point High School Gym
💛 Vegas Gold Rush Night 💛
Let's GOLD OUT THE GYM!
Wear a GOLD t-shirt and receive FREE admission!
Bring the energy and help create an unforgettable atmosphere for our Lady Cougars. Invite your family, friends, and neighbors and help us pack the gym for an exciting night of volleyball and Cougar Pride!
🌟 Let's Turn Rock Point Gold! 🌟
🐾 Go Cougars! 💛🏐
