Welcome back, Wildcats! We hope everyone had a fantastic, relaxing fall break. Below you'll find important updates, upcoming schedules, and fun events happening around Rancho over the week.
This Week at Rancho
Monday, Oct 19: Teacher Planning Day — No School for Students
Thursday, Oct 22: Student Council Meeting | 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
Friday, Oct 23: Fire Safety Day
Trunk-or-Treat Candy Drive: Race for Ice Cream!
Collection Dates: October 5 – October 27
Calling all Rancho families—the race for ice cream is ON! We are collecting candy donations for our upcoming Indoor Trunk-or-Treat.
The Prize: The classroom that donates the most candy wins an Ice Cream Party!
How to Help: Send sweet treats to school with your student to help their class take top spot!
Featured Event: Rancho’s Haunted Hallways!
We are excited to announce that Rancho Elementary will be hosting our second trick-or-treat event, “Rancho’s Haunted Hallways”! This is a fun, family-friendly evening where students, families, and community members gather to celebrate the season in a safe and festive environment.
đź“… Date: Wednesday, October 28
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM (Table setup begins as early as 4:45 PM)
đź“Ť Location: Rancho Elementary School Hallways
How You Can Get Involved: Host a Table or Donate Candy!
To make this event a success, we would love for local businesses, organizations, parents, and school clubs to join us by hosting a decorated table. It’s a wonderful opportunity to engage with our community, showcase your organization, and help create lasting memories for our students!
Host a Table: Participants simply decorate a table and hand out candy, small treats, or goodies to the children.
Donate Candy: If you cannot host a table but would still like to help, candy and treat donations are greatly appreciated!
Important Safety Note: Please ensure all candy and items do not contain common allergens such as nuts or peanut butter.
👉 Sign Up Here: Host a Table or Donate Candy
Please sign up by October 19th so we can reserve your space or arrange donation pickup/drop-off!
Rancho's Uncarved Pumpkin Contest
It’s time to think outside the carving box! Rancho Isabella is hosting an Uncarved Pumpkin Contest. Paint it, dress it up, or accessorize—just remember: NO CARVING! We can't wait to see the incredible creativity our Wildcats bring to school.
Bring Pumpkins Starting: October 26
Voting Day: October 30
Important: Please clearly label your pumpkin with your child's first and last name as well as their grade level.
Looking Ahead: Red Ribbon Week (Oct 26 – Oct 30)
Get ready to dress up and celebrate staying healthy and drug-free!
Monday, Oct 26: Being Drug Free is My Superpower — Wear a superhero shirt or costume!
Tuesday, Oct 27: Put Drugs to Sleep — PJ Day!
Wednesday, Oct 28: Don't Be Shady! Stay Drug Free — Wear sunglasses and hats!
Thursday, Oct 29: We Are RED-y to Be Drug Free — Wear red!
Friday, Oct 30: Hocus Pocus, Drugs Aren't Our Focus — Wear your Halloween costume!
Leave Your Mark: The Rancho Legacy Book Club
(Formerly known as the Birthday Book Club)
Want to celebrate your child in a way that lasts for years to come? Join the Rancho Legacy Book Club and leave a little piece of your Wildcat in our library! Choose a brand-new book for our library in honor of your child, and a special sticker will be placed inside the front cover with their name.
Why Participate? Celebrate a birthday, a first day at Rancho, a stellar report card, Teacher Appreciation, or simply honor your child "just because"!
Legacy Members Receive:
đź“– A personalized donor sticker placed inside the book
đź“Ł A shout-out on the morning announcements
🎉 An invitation to our End-of-Year Legacy Book Club Bash
How to Join:
Pick a book: bit.ly/4saNbV1
Fill out the form: bit.ly/ribookclub
Give a book. Honor a child. Leave a legacy.
PTO Corner & Reminders
Next PTO Meeting: Monday, November 9 at 4:45 PM
Connect & Volunteer: Visit the Rancho PTO Webpage or email
ranchopto100@gmail.comto ask questions or sign up to volunteer.Birthday Marquee ($10): Display your child's name on the school marquee for their birthday week (or half-birthday for summer dates)! Forms and cash/check payments are due the Monday before their assigned week. Details and printable forms are available on the PTO webpage.
Lost & Found
Missing jackets, water bottles, or gear? Check the Online Lost & Found to reclaim your child's lost items!
