100 days of learning, 100 days of laughter, and 100 days of growing together! We officially hit the triple-digit mark today, and our students celebrated in style. From creative "100-year-old" costumes to incredible "100-item" projects, it’s clear our kids are 100 days smarter and 100% amazing! Thank you to our families for supporting these little learners every step of the way.
🎉 Celebrating Excellence! 🎉 Our weekly shout outs recognize the incredible efforts of both students and staff. Thank you for all you do to make our school a joyful place to learn and grow! 💙 #RIERocks



Show our library some love this February! Whether your child has a birthday this month or you want to honor someone special, the Birthday Book Club is the perfect way to give back.
Honorariums & Memorials: You can use our online form to donate books in honor of milestones or in memory of loved ones.
Simple Steps: Purchase via our Amazon wishlist https://bit.ly/4saNbV1 , pay via SuccessFund, or send cash/check (payable to AISD) to the front office.
Link: bit.ly/ribookclub
Paper Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qbIkoHtxNYIj_ko68amIGtGrrkg8JG6E/view?usp=sharing
Honorariums & Memorials: You can use our online form to donate books in honor of milestones or in memory of loved ones.
Simple Steps: Purchase via our Amazon wishlist https://bit.ly/4saNbV1 , pay via SuccessFund, or send cash/check (payable to AISD) to the front office.
Link: bit.ly/ribookclub
Paper Form: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qbIkoHtxNYIj_ko68amIGtGrrkg8JG6E/view?usp=sharing

Save the date! Friday, February 20th is Go Rodeo Day at Rancho!
We’re celebrating the spirit of the trail by inviting all our students and staff to bust out the Western wear. Whether it's boots, buckles, or denim, let’s see that school spirit! To keep our outlaws and sheriffs fueled up, we’ve got a special "Chuckwagon" menu:
🌭 Corn Dogs & BBQ on a Bun
🌽 Corn on the Cob & Baked Beans
🧅 Onion Rings
🍓 Seasonal Fruit
We can’t wait to see our community come together for this fun tradition! 🌵
We’re celebrating the spirit of the trail by inviting all our students and staff to bust out the Western wear. Whether it's boots, buckles, or denim, let’s see that school spirit! To keep our outlaws and sheriffs fueled up, we’ve got a special "Chuckwagon" menu:
🌭 Corn Dogs & BBQ on a Bun
🌽 Corn on the Cob & Baked Beans
🧅 Onion Rings
🍓 Seasonal Fruit
We can’t wait to see our community come together for this fun tradition! 🌵

We are thrilled to kick off our new Launch Pad program here at [School Name]! In partnership with Mrs. Ritchey from Region 13 and our very own Mrs. Powell, our students are embarking on a 6-week journey into creativity and technology.
From FreeForm drawing in Grades 1-2 to PopArt and Podcasts in Grades 3-5, our students are learning that iPads are powerful tools for creation, not just consumption.
From FreeForm drawing in Grades 1-2 to PopArt and Podcasts in Grades 3-5, our students are learning that iPads are powerful tools for creation, not just consumption.
Say cheese for a cause! Join the Rancho Shutterbug Photo Club for our Valentine’s Photo Booth from Feb 9–13. Get a 4x6 print for only $5 with your favorite festive frame. Visit the booth before school with your form and cash, or preorder online today: https://www.successfund.com/kg8kg. Don't miss out!

We’re recruiting volunteers for the Book Fair! Come spend a few hours helping our readers discover new worlds.
Sign up: Visit the Upcoming Events or Calendar on ClassDojo to grab a slot.
The Form: Please also complete the required volunteer form: https://bit.ly/ateamvolunteer
We’re looking for 15 helpers for Preview Day and 8 for each day of the fair. Thank you for your incredible support!
Sign up: Visit the Upcoming Events or Calendar on ClassDojo to grab a slot.
The Form: Please also complete the required volunteer form: https://bit.ly/ateamvolunteer
We’re looking for 15 helpers for Preview Day and 8 for each day of the fair. Thank you for your incredible support!

We are thrilled to recognize a group of dedicated students who met the rigorous goal of reading ten Bluebonnet books this school year. This challenge requires consistent effort and a passion for literacy, and these students rose to the occasion!
Our "Rancho Readers" enjoyed an ice cream social in the library to mark the achievement, taking home a new book and a commemorative cup. Thank you to the PTO volunteers who helped serve our students and celebrate their success. Keep on reading!
Our "Rancho Readers" enjoyed an ice cream social in the library to mark the achievement, taking home a new book and a commemorative cup. Thank you to the PTO volunteers who helped serve our students and celebrate their success. Keep on reading!
To celebrate World Read Aloud Day, our students (and staff!) stepped out of the pages of their favorite books and into the classroom. From superheroes to classic storybook animals, the creativity was off the charts! We love seeing our students connect with their favorite characters in such a fun, hands-on way.

Huge congratulations to our 4th Grade superstars! They took the top spot this week with an incredible 98.6% attendance rate, earning themselves the coveted recess bag! It’s so inspiring to see our students showing up ready to learn every single day.

Capture the love! Starting tomorrow the Rancho Shutterbug Photo Club is hosting a Valentine’s Day Photo Booth Fundraiser from February 9–13. For just $5.00, you’ll get a 4x6 printed photo with your choice of three adorable frames: Red and Pink Hearts, Red Hearts Pink Frame, or Purple Frame. Come see us before school during the event week to take your photo! Want to save time? You can preorder online right now at https://www.successfund.com/kg8kg. See you at the booth!

Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow is the final day of our Read-Alotl shirt extension! If you haven't grabbed one yet, you have until the end of the school day tomorrow, Monday, Feb 9th, to get those online orders in.
Let’s make sure every student is ready to show off their reading spirit for Read Across America Week!
Final chance to shop: http://jmcustomscreenprinting.com/readalotl/shop/home
Let’s make sure every student is ready to show off their reading spirit for Read Across America Week!
Final chance to shop: http://jmcustomscreenprinting.com/readalotl/shop/home

Calling all future scientists! Only a few days left to register for the 2026 BCFA Science Fair. Registration closes this Thursday, Feb 12. We can’t wait to see the creativity and hard work our students bring to the fairgrounds! Check the flyer for details and scan to enter!
Please note the change to our kindness week dress up days. Friday will be western wear dress up.

GOOD NEWS! We’ve extended our shirt deadline! If your week was a little too busy and you missed the cutoff—don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! We are extending online sales for our "Read-Alotl" shirts through Monday, February 9th (until the end of the school day).
Grab yours now so you're all set for Read Across America Week!
Shop the extended sale: http://jmcustomscreenprinting.com/readalotl/shop/home
Grab yours now so you're all set for Read Across America Week!
Shop the extended sale: http://jmcustomscreenprinting.com/readalotl/shop/home

At AHS, there is always something amazing happening! Our Choir students have been working incredibly hard to put together a magical experience for the community for this coming Saturday.
Beyond just a party, this is a chance to see our talented performers in action during the 1:15 and 3:30 showtimes. Come support the arts and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with the kids!
✨ New Date: Feb 7th ✨ Location: AHS ✨ Entry: $5 (includes parents!)
Beyond just a party, this is a chance to see our talented performers in action during the 1:15 and 3:30 showtimes. Come support the arts and enjoy a fun-filled afternoon with the kids!
✨ New Date: Feb 7th ✨ Location: AHS ✨ Entry: $5 (includes parents!)


Our Student Council is hard at work prepping for the Valentine’s Dance Party on Friday, Feb. 13th! We want this to be a true family celebration, so please know that all students are welcome, siblings are invited to join the fun, and parents are encouraged to stay and enjoy the evening with us.
The Details:
When: Feb. 13th | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: Rancho Isabella Cafeteria
Tickets: $5.00 (Buy at the door, before school Feb. 9-13, or via the QR code!)
Treats: Chips, candy, and water available for $1.00 each.
📸 Special Guest: Shutterbugs will be there with a Photo Booth! You can get custom photo stickers printed on the spot for just $2.00 per picture. Come make some memories with us!
The Details:
When: Feb. 13th | 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Where: Rancho Isabella Cafeteria
Tickets: $5.00 (Buy at the door, before school Feb. 9-13, or via the QR code!)
Treats: Chips, candy, and water available for $1.00 each.
📸 Special Guest: Shutterbugs will be there with a Photo Booth! You can get custom photo stickers printed on the spot for just $2.00 per picture. Come make some memories with us!
Look at those smiles! We are so excited to welcome our newest members to the Birthday Book Club!
Whether it’s a graphic novel adventure or a laugh-out-loud story, these books are hand-picked by our students and donated by their families to be enjoyed by the whole school.
Want to join the club? It’s as easy as: 1️⃣ Pick a book from our Amazon Wishlist: https://bit.ly/4saNbV1 2️⃣ Fill out this quick form: bit.ly/ribookclub
Don’t forget: Your child gets an invite to our end-of-the-year Birthday Bash, a morning announcement shout-out, and a permanent sticker inside their book!
Whether it’s a graphic novel adventure or a laugh-out-loud story, these books are hand-picked by our students and donated by their families to be enjoyed by the whole school.
Want to join the club? It’s as easy as: 1️⃣ Pick a book from our Amazon Wishlist: https://bit.ly/4saNbV1 2️⃣ Fill out this quick form: bit.ly/ribookclub
Don’t forget: Your child gets an invite to our end-of-the-year Birthday Bash, a morning announcement shout-out, and a permanent sticker inside their book!
Our annual Winter Festival was a massive hit! Seeing our hallways filled with the smiles of our students and their families is what it’s all about. From the cake walk to the bounce house, it was a night to remember. Thank you to everyone who came out to make our school community feel like family!










Tomorrow is the final day to order your "Read-a-lotl" shirts! We can’t wait to see a sea of axolotls in the hallways as we celebrate literacy.
When to wear: Thursday, March 5th (Read Across America Week!)
How to pay: Send cash/check + order form with your student OR order online here: http://jmcustomscreenprinting.com/readalotl/shop/home
When to wear: Thursday, March 5th (Read Across America Week!)
How to pay: Send cash/check + order form with your student OR order online here: http://jmcustomscreenprinting.com/readalotl/shop/home
