Ramona ElementaryFacilities Update
Path of Travel, Division of the State Architect (DSA) Review, and Next Steps
September 2026
Current Status
Ramona students and staff remain temporarily relocated.
- The District is maintaining school operations at receiving campuses.
- Facilities, architects, engineers, and risk management staff continue to evaluate the Ramona campus.
- No reopening date has been established while the repair approach is being developed.
- Staff continues to address concerns raised to the board.
Actions Taken Following Relocation
As a result of the Ramona relocation, the District added staffing support and expanded communication with families.
10
additional campus assistants
Hired to strengthen supervision and support at welcoming schools.
Parent Meetings
- July 30, 2026, 6:00 pm via Zoom
- July 31, 2026, 9:00 am @ Juanita MPR
- August 6, 2026, 6:00 pm via Zoom
- August 25, 2026, 6:00 pm @ Juanita MPR
Held to provide updates, answer questions, and hear family concerns.
Continued focus
Supporting students and families while maintaining safe and orderly operations at welcoming schools.
Northwest Campus Access Update
NAC is studying a limited access path for the northwest portion of campus.
- Limited review from the Division of State Architect (DSA) is expected for accessibility, path of travel, fire alarm, fencing, and fire/life-safety items.
- Use of this area remains contingent on review, verification, and any required corrections.
What Limited Division of State Architect (DSA) Review Means
Access
Path of travel and accessible features must be verified.
Fire/Life Safety
Fire alarm, fire access, and fencing impacts must be reviewed.
Structural
Certain site elements are exempt from structural review.
Looking Ahead
Next steps
Bottom line: No reopening date has been set. The District will return to the board with clearer repair options, cost information, and timeline implications as the DSA review and ROM pricing come in.