New languages, new cultures, and new friendships shape the journey of Rancho’s international students. Rancho Solano International Students for this school year. Every school year brings fresh faces to Rancho Solano, but for a unique group of students, entering the classroom means stepping into an entirely new culture, language, and way of life. The international student community is a vital pillar of Rancho’s diversity and success, yet the journey of leaving one’s home count

Ninth graders discover that working together can lead to new friendships and unforgettable memories. The 9th grade class who attended the retreat! Ninety-three miles brought fire, smores, rain, and friendship at the 9th grade retreat in August where small acts created big impacts. The retreat included many fun activities like the magic forest or the team building exercises where we, quite literally, lifted each other up to new heights. The retreat brought all of 9th grade clo

Thirty-three juniors step into a demanding two-year journey designed to challenge how they think, learn, and grow. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a notoriously rigorous, two-year academic curriculum that fosters critical thinking skills, and sets students up for success in university and beyond. In the class of 2028, there are thirty-three IBDP candidates ready to take on the scholarly challenge. The transition from sophomore college prep and honors cl

A new team takes the reins with fresh ideas, new traditions, and plenty of school spirit. This school year, STUGO has not only had many exciting leadership changes, but also advisor changes! Curious about our ever-evolving mission and visions for the Rancho community, I asked some of our representatives to share their perspective for the new school year. STUGO has previously been led by Ms. Drummond and Ms. Adam for many years. This year, two new advisors, Ms. Jongewaard and