-Are cell phones allowed on campus this year?
In alignment with the Phone-Free School Act (Assembly Bill 3216), Ranchos Middle School has adopted the following policy regarding the use of cell phones this year.
- Cell phone usage is prohibited on campus during school hours beginning at 7:40am drop off.
- Cell phones must be turned off or silenced while on campus and secured in students' backpacks. This includes during passing periods, break, and lunch.
- Students may use the main office phone to call home if necessary.
- Parents and guardians may call the main office at (559) 645-3550.
- This policy is designed to minimize classroom distractions, support mental wellness, and create a more focused learning environment for all students.
Cell Phone Discipline Policy:
- 1st offense: cell phone will be returned to student at the end of the day with a warning.
- 2nd offense: cell phone will be returned to the student at the end of the day and 1 day of detention will be assigned, plus parent/guardian will be notified either via email, phone call, or ParentSquare.
- 3rd offense: cell phone will not be returned to student and parent/guardian will be required to pick it up in the office Monday-Friday between 7:30am-4:00pm. Students will receive 2 days of lunch detention.
- 4th offensive and beyond will be considered a Level 2 offense and site administration will follow adopted progressive discipline for Level 2 behaviors.
***These rules will also apply with any other personal devices including, wireless air pods, tablets, personal laptops or any other electronic devices. ***
Please take a moment to review this policy with your student before the first day of school on August 12th. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the main office or reference the Parent/Student Handbook on the Ranchos Middle School Website.
-What is the bell schedule for this year?
We are excited to have a new
bell schedule this year that will include 2 lunches by grade level and our support intervention period 5 days a week.
-What classes are will take place at Liberty High School this year?
The following classes will take place at LHS. Math 1, Ag 7, Ag 8, Spanish 1 and Art 7/8. A separate Parent Square will be sent outlining transportation information.
-What school supplies does my child need to start the school year?
Our classes will predominantly use a Chromebook for classwork and homework. Please reference the recommended supply list by clicking the following link:
26/27 Student Supply List. Teachers will clarify expected class supplies in the class syllabus.
-Does my child bring lunch money into the office to update their lunch account?
Breakfast and lunch will be free for all students for the 2026-2027 school year.
-Will my child need to dress out for PE on the first day of school? Your child will not need to dress out on the first day of school. Our PE teachers will inform your students the first week of school about when to dress out.
