The Blazer Bulletin

Hello Trailblazers!

As we near the end of the school year, I want to take a moment to express heartfelt gratitude to two very special teachers: Mrs. Donna Mueller and Mrs. Debbie Kay. These remarkable educators are retiring after long and impactful careers filled with care, dedication, and a deep love for teaching. They’ve made school a place where students felt safe, inspired, and seen.

Mrs. Mueller, a 37-year veteran teacher, has been a beloved cornerstone of Stone Ranch since its opening. Her classroom was a place of magic, where learning was not just fun, but filled with wonder. She brought joy, creativity, and positivity to everything she did. Her influence will continue to echo in the lives of her students and colleagues for years to come.

Mrs. Kay has spent the past 30 years believing in the potential of every student who entered her classroom. Her gift has always been seeing the spark in children—even before they saw it in themselves. Her legacy is one of quiet strength, boundless patience, and the life-changing power of encouragement.

Please join us in wishing Mrs. Kay and Mrs. Mueller the happiest of retirements, filled with joy, adventure, and everything their hearts desire. Their contributions to our school community are immeasurable—and their presence will be deeply missed.

Warmly,

Principal Heard

June 10: 5th Grade Promotion

June 11: Senior Walk Out & Third Grade Carnival

June 12: Last Day of School!!

June 24-30: Office closed to the public

We are just days away from celebrating promotion for all of our 5th grade students. Tuesday, June 10th will be a very busy morning on campus. We ask that all guests attending the promotion refrain from parking in the school lot. Please consider walking if you live near campus or parking at the 4S Ranch Community Park lot. Gates will open for promotion guests at 7:45am.

We are excited to announce a new leadership opportunity at Stone Ranch for the 25-26 school year. We are looking for rising 5th grade students to serve as buddies for our incoming TK students. As a member of the TK Sunshine Squad, you will meet and greet your TK buddy group in the morning before school and help them eat breakfast, make friends, and safely line up for class. You will build memories while mentoring some of the most adorable kids on campus.

Sound like something you'd like to do? Please fill out this interest form. We are still looking for more students. Please consider this incredible leadership opportunity!

Three teams composed entirely of Stone Ranch students advanced to the international finals. Additionally, a fourth team that included one Stone Ranch student, Aaditri Bathija, also reached the finals.

Some of the awards won by these teams include:

Challenge Solution Award for excellence in creating a meaningful and impactful solution, showcasing their engineering and design capabilities.

Team Spirit Award for a fun team environment and a positive attitude.

First place at the Alliance Games for partnering with another team and solving a challenge along with demonstrating core values.

Innovator Award for demonstrating an ability to think creatively and create excellent designs and build quality.

Want to learn more about their accomplishment or to discuss participating next year? Consider reaching out to one of the students or coaches directly.

LegoWarriors

- Aarush Gangadharan (3rd Grade)

- Abhay Alexy (3rd Grade)

- Vivaan Lal (3rd Grade)

- Stavya Tiwari (3rd Grade)

- Akshath Gurrala (3rd Grade)

- Kalyan Narasimhan (3rd Grade)

Coaches : Vivek Gangadharan and Alexy Joseph

Lego Raptors

- Reyansh Byali (SRES 3rd Grade)

- Aditya Eklahare (SRES 3rd Grade)

- Logan Redor (SRES 3rd Grade)

- Aarav Sharma (SRES 3rd Grade)

- Gavin Tejidor (SRES 3rd Grade)

Coaches: Amey Mahajan & Glenn Tejidor

Robotech (Megaladons)

- Vienna Lee (4th Grade)

- Ari Elvaiah (3rd Grade)

- Ian Choi (4th Grade)

- Lydia Kim (4th Grade)

- Chloe Lee (4th Grade)

- Akshbohyu Reddy Gaddam (3rd Grade)

Coaches: Howard Lee, Elon Elvaiah and Sachethan Gaddam

Dolphin Squads

Aaditri Bathija (3rd grade is from SRES)

Coach name - Priya Venkitaraman

This is a significant achievement, as these teams were selected from over 1,000 qualifying teams worldwide. Their advancement to the international stage is a testament to their creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Congratulations!

Are you interested in volunteering next year at Stone Ranch? Our school thrives when families, teachers, and staff collaborate to provide enriching experiences for all children. Your involvement can make a significant impact! Filling out the volunteer interest form is the first step. It helps us understand your interests and availability. Please note: Completing the form does not obligate you to volunteer—it simply provides us with information to find the best fit for you. Thank you for considering this opportunity to support our school. Together, we can make Stone Ranch an exceptional place for all our students. Please click here or scan below!

We have several reserved parking spots in our parking lot. Lately, cars have been parking in these spots without permission. We ask that you please respect the signs and park in unmarked spots if you do not have a reserved spot.

Thank you for your cooperation and attention to this matter.

PUSD Enrollment is an online process. Enrolment packets are digital and can be completed using any computer, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection. You can contact your assigned school of residence to schedule an appointment if you do not have access to a device/internet or if you need assistance with completing the online enrollment packet. Please visit the PUSD Enrollment page for directions and access to the online enrollment portal.

The window for New Student Enrollment is now open. New Student Enrollment is an online process. Packets are completed digitally using any computer, tablet, or smartphone with an internet connection. Please reach out to our front office if you do not have access to a device/internet or need assistance with completing the enrollment packet.

School starts August 13, 2025 for the 2025-2026 school year!

Cafeteria account balances carry over from one school year to the next, and between school sites, as long as the student remains in PUSD. If you are leaving the District and have money in your account, you can request a refund of your unused balance or transfer the funds to a different meal account. Instructions and the Refund/Transfer Request Form are available on the PUSD Food and Nutrition webpage.

Nondiscrimination Philosophy and Policy Statement

The Poway Unified School District (PUSD) is an equal opportunity employer/program and is committed to an active Nondiscrimination Program. PUSD prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, immigration status, ethnicity, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For more information, please contact: Title IX/Equity Compliance Officer, James Jimenez, Associate Superintendent of Personnel support Services, Poway Unified School District, 15250 Avenue of Science, San Diego, CA 92128, 1-858-521-2800, extension 2121, jjimenez@powayusd.com. For students, you may contact Title IX Coordinator/504 Coordinator Jamie Dayhoff, Director of Attendance and Discipline, Poway Unified School District, 1-858-521-2840, jdayhoff@powayusd.com.

Stone Ranch Mission: To create an environment where each and every child feels safe, valued, and inspired to be their authentic self.

Principal email: theard@powayusd.com

Website: stoneranch.powayusd.com

Location: 16150 4S Ranch Parkway, San Diego, CA 92127

Phone: 858-487-8474