A Message from Mr. Cisneros

Dear Ramona Families,

Welcome to the 2023/2024 school year! We are excited to make this year RamTastic, especially for our seniors, who began their journey as freshmen when unfortunate school closures took place due to the pandemic. Despite all the challenges, this class has displayed incredible perseverance and embodies the spirit of our mission: Rams C.A.R.E.- we care about our school, we care about each other, and we care about our community.  

Immerse yourself in Ramona life, whether it is joining one of the various programs on campus such as our Nationally recognized Demonstration AVID program, our California Distinguished Academy in Health Careers, MCJROTC, CTE programs like culinary, photo, film, construction or the Ramona Arts Magnet Program), the 60+ clubs we have on campus, competing as an athlete representing your “RamPride”, or performing in our multi-million dollar stage.  The point is, to get involved in more than your academics, pick two other things you have an interest in and be a part of what our RamTastic place has to offer you, we call it School+2.  We want you all to be a part of what makes Ramona the beacon of our community. 

We aim to continue on with our mission to enhance teaching and learning with innovative practices. In the classroom, as we continue to get out of the “pandemic days” and get better each year, our focus this year will be on engagement. As part of our engagement goal, we are asking for your continued support in how our Rams utilize their personal smart-devices at school. During instructional time, it is an expectation that devices be put away and only used at the discretion of staff in the classroom.  It is important that we focus our learning around a distraction-free environment; personal devices such as cell phones are a distraction to the learning of your child.  We thank you in advance for your support.  

Your participation, support, and collaboration is highly encouraged. There are a number of ways for our families to get involved - join our PTSA, take part in a workshop at our Parent Engagement Center, visit our campus for all of the events you are able to be a part of, or contribute as a member of our School Site Council, English Language Advisory, and other organizations. High school is a time when our children need our support, we need to ensure that our school-to-home partnership is strong. 

Throughout the year, we will send out updates and information through texts, email blasts, social media, and newsletters. We also strongly encourage our students to be advocates of their education and we frequently send messages directly to them. We encourage you to frequently check our website at ramona.riversideunified.org for current information. Communication is key, so make sure that we have your most current contact information as you complete this year’s data confirmation process through Aeries. 

It is our pleasure to serve you. This is your home, The Home of the Rams! 

Sincerely,

Víctor Cisneros 

Principal