Fundraiser Success — We Hit Our Goal!
A huge THANK YOU to all of our amazing parents, families, and community members for making our fundraiser an absolute success! Because of your incredible support and dedication, we officially reached our goals. Your generosity directly powers awesome upcoming student experiences, including:
Astros Orbit Visit
Mad Science
Crocodile Encounter
HMNS T-Rex vs. Megalodon
Red Ribbon Week & Spirit Days!
Join us in taking a stand for a drug-free life! Here are the daily dress-up themes for the week:
Monday, Oct 26 — Being Drug Free is my Super Power
Wear your favorite Super Hero attire!
Tuesday, Oct 27 — Put Drugs to Sleep
Wear your favorite Pajamas! (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!
Weekly Event Schedule
Monday, October 26
Uncarved Pumpkin Contest begins — bring your pumpkins to school starting today!
Tuesday, October 27
Candy Collection Deadline: Last day to bring candy donations for the Haunted Hallways event!
Wednesday, October 28
5th Grade Field Trip to the Hobby Center!
Rancho’s Haunted Hallways (Indoor Trunk-or-Treat) | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
(Table setup begins as early as 4:45 PM)
Thursday, October 29
Astros Orbit Visit | 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Friday, October 30
Red Ribbon Neighborhood Rancho Parade | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
AR Parade #1 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Uncarved Pumpkin Contest Voting Day!
Saturday, October 31
Happy Halloween!
Candy Drive for Haunted Hallways: Ice Cream Party Race!
Calling all Rancho families—the race for ice cream is ON!
We are collecting candy donations for our upcoming Indoor Trunk-or-Treat event. Currently, 2nd Grade is in the lead, but any grade level can take the crown!
🏆 The Prize: The grade level that donates the most candy wins an Ice Cream Party!
Collection Dates: October 5 – October 27
How to Help: Send sweet treats to school with your student to help their class take the top spot!
Rancho’s Haunted Hallways!
We are excited to announce our second annual 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.
📅 Date: Wednesday, October 28
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM (Set-up starts at 4:45 PM)
📍 Location: Rancho Elementary School Hallways
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: Monday, October 26
Voting Day: Friday, October 30
Important: Please clearly label your pumpkin with your child's first and last name as well as their grade level.
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 piece of your Wildcat in our campus library! Choose a brand-new book in honor of your child, and a special personalized sticker will be placed inside the front cover.
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:
📖 Personalized donor sticker placed inside the book
📣 Shout-out on the morning announcements
🎉 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.
Wildcat Merch Store — 2nd Order Run!
Did you miss out on the first round of Wildcat merch? You’re in luck! Our AISD Librarian Store is reopened for a 2nd order run! Show your school pride and support our campus libraries at the same time.
Available items: T-shirts, polo shirts, fleece jackets, beanies, and more!
Order Deadline: November 6th
Delivery: All items will be sent directly to your chosen school for distribution!
Shop Online: JM Custom Screen Printing Store
PTO Corner & Reminders
🗓️ Next PTO Meeting: Monday, November 9 at 4:45 PM
🌐 Connect & Volunteer: Visit the Rancho PTO Webpage or email ranchopto100@gmail.com to 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 items: bit.ly/rancholostandfound