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August 7, 2026 · Temporary School Closure Information
First day of school: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
We will continue to share updates and respond to family questions as we prepare for the start of school.
Dear Ramona Families,
Thank you for your patience as we prepare for school during Ramona Elementary’s temporary closure. Here are the most important dates, school locations, transportation details, and phone numbers in one place.
Quick Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Temporary Ramona Office | Old Chavez School, 224 N. Juanita Ave. |
| Office Hours | 7:30 AM–4:00 PM |
| Ramona Office Phone | 805-385-1569 |
| Packet & Schedule Pick-Up | Wed., Aug. 12 & Thu., Aug. 13, 8:00 AM–3:00 PM |
Where Students Will Attend School
| Grade | School |
|---|---|
| TK | Lemonwood Elementary |
| Kindergarten | Driffill Elementary |
| Grade 1 | Lemonwood Elementary |
| Grades 2-3 | Rose Ave. |
| Grades 4-5 | Cesar Chavez School |
Transportation
Colonia Gym is the transportation pick-up and drop-off location for students riding buses to Lemonwood, Driffill, and Rose Ave. Staff will supervise students and help them board the correct bus. Lanyards will be used for identification purposes, students will be issued colored lanyards according to their receiving school. Lanyards will be distributed at Packet Pick-Up.
Lanyard colors: Lemonwood - Blue | Driffill - Red | Rose Ave. - Green
Regular School Day Bus Schedule
| Grade | School | Leave Colonia | Arrive School | Leave School | Arrive Colonia |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TK & Grade 1 | Lemonwood | 7:20 AM | 7:40 AM | 2:30 PM | 2:45 PM |
| Kindergarten | Driffill | 7:40 AM | 7:55 AM | 2:35 PM | 2:48 PM |
| Grades 2-3 | Rose Ave. | 7:25 AM | 7:40 AM | 2:25 PM | 2:40 PM |
Arrive at least 5 minutes before morning departure. TK and Kindergarten students must be met by an adult age 18 or older at drop-off. For Kindergarten, Route 05 will only drop off at Colonia Gym.
Wednesday Bank Day Return Schedule
| Grade | Bus Leaves School | Arrives Colonia Gym |
|---|---|---|
| TK | 12:20 PM | 12:40 PM |
| Kindergarten | 12:35 PM | 12:50 PM |
| Grade 1 | 1:25 PM | 1:45 PM |
| Grades 2-3 | 1:20 PM | 1:45 PM |
After-School Program
Ramona students are eligible for the after-school program. Accepted students will participate at Chavez School. After-school staff will walk students from Colonia Gym to Chavez for enrichment classes. Sign-out begins at 5:45 PM, and parent pick-up will be at Chavez Cafeteria.
Families who are accepted will receive a call next week. Accepted families are invited to attend an orientation on Friday, August 14, 5:30-6:30 PM in the Chavez Cafeteria. After-School Program: 805-393-6400.
Enrollment Help
An Enrollment Center team member will be at the Ramona Temporary Office on August 12 and 13 from 8:00 AM-3:00 PM. Call 805-385-1569 for an appointment, or call the Enrollment Center at 805-385-1515.
If Your Child Becomes Sick During the Day
In an emergency, Transportation has a driver available to help return a child during the school day to the Ramona Temporary Office.
School Tours
| School | Date | Time | Grades | Transportation from Colonia Gym |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chavez School | Mon., Aug. 10 | 6:00 PM | Grades 4-5 | No transportation |
| Rose Ave. | Tue., Aug. 11 | 5:30 PM | Grades 2-3 | 5:15 PM; return 6:30 PM |
| Lemonwood Elementary | Wed., Aug. 12 | 6:00 PM | TK & Grade 1 | 5:30 PM; return 7:00 PM |
| Driffill Elementary | Thu., Aug. 13 | 6:00 PM | Kindergarten | 5:30 PM; return 7:00 PM |
TK & Kindergarten Meet and Greet
| Group | Date | Time | Transportation from Colonia Gym |
|---|---|---|---|
| TK - Lemonwood | Tue., Aug. 11 | 9:00-10:00 AM | 8:45 AM; return 10:00 AM |
| Kindergarten - Driffill | Tue., Aug. 18 | 4:00-5:00 PM | 3:45 PM; return 5:00 PM |
Questions?
Thank you for your patience as we work together to begin the new school year. Please note that we have set up a website with all important information regarding your child’s new school assignment, as well as information about facility updates. Visit us here: Temporary Closure Information
If you have any questions, please contact the Ramona Temporary Office: 805-385-1569
We appreciate your flexibility and partnership as we get ready to welcome students back on August 19.
Sincerely,
Mr. Mares
Principal
Ramona Elementary School
805-385-1569