November 2024

Dear El Rancho Community,

As we step into this season of gratitude, we want to shout a HUGE THANK YOU to our incredible school community!

Your unwavering support shapes the lives of our students every day. This Thanksgiving, let's reflect on our blessings and cherish the love around us. May your homes be filled with laughter and joy!

Together, we're creating a nurturing environment for our children to learn and thrive.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Dr. Marco A. Villegas

Proud Superintendent of El Rancho Unified School District

What an incredible day at our first robotics competition on Saturday, October 12th! The energy at STEAM Academy was absolutely ELECTRIC! We are so proud of our teams for their hard work and creativity. Can’t wait to tackle more challenges, fuel innovation, and strengthen our teamwork! Let’s keep this momentum going! Join us for our next challenge on November 16, 2024.

Judges needed—email Tor Ormseth (tormseth@erusd.org) to help out!

Honoring the legacy of our Hall of Fame inductees, Jorge Carreon & Rasha Gerges Shields! Your incredible achievements will inspire generations to come. Let's continue to foster a culture of excellence and motivate future leaders. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

Meet Jorge! With over 20 years in the entertainment industry, he's a bilingual powerhouse—producer, on-camera interviewer, and writer! From his roots at El Rancho to helming campaigns for iconic films like Titanic and X-Men, Jorge's passion for storytelling shines through. His thoughtful interviews resonate in both English & Spanish media. Join us in celebrating his extraordinary journey!

Kaiser Permanente & Azusa Pacific University partnered to bring free flu vaccines to El Rancho USD Elementary Schools. Thank you for supporting our annual "Teach Flu a Lesson" campaign and keeping our community healthy! Don't wait, vaccinate!💉

November burst into life at El Rancho USD! Our amazing students showcased the spirit of Día De Los Muertos with dazzling performances that filled the air with joy and culture. Let’s celebrate our rich traditions, share cherished stories, and honor those we love. Together, we keep their memories alive! ❤️

This year, our school is focusing on one of the most essential skills for student success: reading every day. Reading is foundational to learning, providing a strong base for students to excel not only in English Language Arts but also in all other subjects. Students who read regularly strengthen their comprehension skills, expand their vocabulary, and develop critical thinking abilities, all of which contribute to success across the curriculum.

When students make reading a daily habit, they’re better prepared to understand complex texts in science, history, math, and other subjects. Reading also opens doors to new ideas and perspectives, sparking creativity and curiosity. It fosters a love of learning that will serve students well throughout their lives.

We’re asking for your partnership in supporting this daily reading habit. Working together, we can ensure your child reads every day, whether at school or at home. Encourage reading by setting aside time, choosing engaging books, and discussing what they’ve read.

Let’s commit to this journey as a team—parents, teachers, and students. Together, we can build a foundation that empowers every student to succeed.

Exciting news at El Rancho USD! The Community Closet is now open, providing FREE clothes, shoes, and essential items for our students! It's heartwarming to witness our ERUSD community coming together to support one another.