Kindergarten Registration 101

Is your young one making the big step into kindergarten? Here are some important things to remember for enrollment this year.

Ramona Unified to Place Bond Measure on November Ballot

District leaders hope to earn money to renovate its campuses.

Teen Center May Close for Summer Unless Funds Become Available

Board members are seeking help from the public.

Laura Calcara’s Salutatorian Address at Ramona High School

Laura Calcara: “Each year we must leave our teachers behind, but each year they give us their all, allowing us to take a piece of them with us as we move on in our lives.”

Kaila Michitsch’s Commencement Address at Ramona High School

Kaila Michitsch: “If at any time you aren’t happy with where your life is heading, change it. Love where you live, love where you work, and love the people who you surround yourself with.”

Ramona Bids Farewell to Bulldog Class With Pride: ‘2012 Until I Die’

More than 400 seniors cheer themselves and town in sunset ceremonies enjoyed by 4,000.

Montecito Seniors Say: ‘Goodbye, High School; Hello, Future’

Montecito High School, Future Bound program say congrats and farewell to 66 graduates.

‘Armageddon’ Looms Without Steep Cuts, Ramona School Board Is Warned

Teachers and classified unions must make concessions to avoid state takeover, board signals.

Update: Ramona Teachers Face 13% Pay Cut, Health-Care Hike Under Plan

Public hearing is at 7 p.m. Thursday at the Wilson center on proposal to reopen contract talks.

Ryan Morgan, Two-Sport Star, Mourned as Humble Role Model at Ramona High

West Point cadet, 21, died of injuries Sunday after Pamo Road motorcycle crash, officials report.

Ramona School District Reports 'Perilous Financial Situation'

The number of school districts reporting budget woes is increasing, according to the state Department of Education.

Body Found in Anza-Borrego; Believed to Be Missing Hiker

A body was founded in the Anza-Borrego Desert State Park.

Calvary Chapel Mourns Eskridge's Loss

Congregants have 'broken' hearts over the loss of Mary Jean Eskridge, whose body was found in her mobile home park. A neighbor has been arrested on one count of murder.

Visiting Ramona Blanks Poway 3-0 in Palomar League Softball Contest

Junior varsity teams battle to a 12-12 tie after the Bulldogs score six runs in the seventh inning.

Bulldogs Beat the Storm Front but Not the Titans on Balmy Afternoon

Ramona outhits Poway, but final score showed 6-2 in favor of the host Espola Road team.

Rock Around the Park: Music Fest Brings out the Dancers

Rotary and Kiwanis clubs team for benefit event at Dos Picos County Park as bands played on.

Montecito High Principal Cynthia Nakhshab Announces Retirement

Nakhshab led Montecito students to markedly higher performance on statewide testing programs, according to the district.

Ramona Voters Would Support a Bond for Local Schools, Survey Shows

The district will seek input from stakeholders.

Karen Perdew Is Ramona School District's Classified Employee of the Year

The computer technician is known for quick problem solving and working well with all groups in the district.

Tough Budget Choices Ahead for Ramona Unified School District

A projected budget deficit of $6.5 million is forcing the district to look at possible cuts in certified and classified staffing and home-to-school transportation for 2012-2013.

Olive Peirce Receives 'School to Watch' Banner

Representatives from the program presented the honor, making Olive Peirce one of 36 special California middle schools.

Two Ramona Schools in Brief Lock Down Thursday Due to Sheriff's Traffic Stop

A routine traffic stop of a vehicle adjacent to RHS, turned into a potentially suspicious situation. The vehicle turned into RHS parking lot before the occupants were detained.

RHS Principal Was Once a Student at the School; Several Other Students Have Returned as Teachers

Tony Newman returned to his alma mater six years ago.

Ramona Elementary Principal Is 'Elementary Principal of the Year' for this Region of the State

Phyllis Muñoz is due to receive her official award at a special dinner on April 20.

Classified Employees Picket School Board Meeting

Trustees approve laying off 32 classified employees due to budgetary cuts made necessary by lack of state funding.

Ramona School Board Elects New Officers

Dan Lopez takes over helm of RUSD governing board. “Ramona Reads” program receives a coveted honor, while Olive Peirce Middle School was named one the state’s four “Schools to Watch.” And the state budget cuts mean more reductions for the local district.

'Joy to the World' From Ramona High School Jazz Band

Students played outside Kmart on Friday night and supporters sold cupcakes as a fundraiser.

Olive Peirce Middle School Named by State as 'School to Watch'

Students have raised their grades in state standardized tests. Four middle schools in California have been honored this way on Monday.

RUSD Superintendent Thanks Staff for a Job Well Done

An open letter to employees from Bob Graeff, superintendent of Ramona Unified School District.

Ramona School Board Gets a Lesson from Second-Graders

Students from Hanson Elementary School show off their iPod skills, and six classified employees are recognized for their service.

Fireworks and Royalty at Ramona High for Veterans Day

The colorful Senior Night, the delayed Homecoming, fireworks, football game and flag presentation were rolled into one big extravaganza.

'Rock to Joy' — Olive Peirce Middle School CORE Band Entertains Shoppers Over the Weekend

The community outreach band is raising money for field trips.

21st Century Technology Helping Students at Elementary School

James Dukes students are learning through technology in their day-to-day classroom situations. Official district enrollment set at 6,130 students.

Pumpkins Color Ramona's Autumn

It's easy to find a pumpkin in town for a jack-o'-lantern or favorite recipes.

Fall Fruit Festivals and Spurs and Spokes this Weekend

Your Patch guide to weekend happiness.

Ramona High’s Class of 1951 Remember the Good Old Days

Everyone knew everyone in town when they were going to school growing up in Ramona and many of the friendships have lasted for a lifetime. All-school reunion takes place today at ROCC.

September is Time to Think of Fall Growing Season

Check out this vegetable planting guide and maybe visit the San Diego Home/Garden Show this weekend.

Ramona Schools Have a Higher Graduation Rate than State, County Averages

New state graduation data released Thursday shows how many Ramona Unified School District students donned their caps and gowns.

Free Whooping Cough Vaccinations Offered at Ramona Library

Students entering grades 7-12 in California must show proof they are fully immunized against whooping cough.

Junior Fair Events Begin

The fair officially opens Tuesday but a few events are planned for this weekend. The fair runs through Sunday, Aug. 7.