Superintendent

August 6th, 2024

Dear Ripon Unified Families,

Welcome to the beginning of the 2024-25 school year! We sincerely hope that you have had a
chance to unwind, recharge, and spend quality time with your loved ones during the summer
break. We would like to express our gratitude to all the dedicated staff members who diligently
worked throughout these summer months, ensuring that our students continued their learning
journey through the various programs offered during summer school.

The months of June and July were bustling with activity within the district as numerous tasks
were accomplished despite the excessive heat. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the
classified, certificated, and district office staff who have been working tirelessly to ensure that
our schools are fully prepared to welcome our students on August 7th .

We eagerly anticipate the return of our familiar staff and students, happy to see their smiling
faces once again. Moreover, we warmly welcome our new staff members and recently enrolled
students into our educational community. Together, let us embark on this new academic year
filled with growth, discovery, and success.

In the coming year, we are excited to continue our efforts in various areas to enhance student
learning and support academic growth. Recognizing the importance of Mathematics proficiency
and English Language Arts, we will prioritize interventions in Mathematics and promote
Language Arts as a fundamental aspect of education. A strategic focus is being placed on Early
Literacy strategies. We are committed to strategies that will help each student improve their
language skills and become effective communicators. Research shows that students who are
reading, writing and are capable of mathematical problem-solving skills at grade level in third
grade have a greater opportunity to excel by attaining standards throughout elementary school
years. These efforts provide the foundation for high academic achievement throughout high
school. As part of our Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, we plan to further expand our initiatives
to support the needs of all students. We are dedicated to increasing opportunities in Science,
Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM), ensuring that students have access to a
well-rounded education.

A continued focus will be on school safety and further implementation of our Multi-Year
Training and Exercise Plan (MYTEP). Addressing the present building requirements while also
formulating strategies for future facilities should enhance teaching and learning environments.

Our dedication to professional development is unwavering, and we will continue to provide
meaningful opportunities for growth to all staff members throughout the district. By investing in
our professional development, we enhance our instructional practices and ultimately improve
student outcomes.

We are thrilled about the year ahead and are committed to providing our students with
exceptional educational experiences and opportunities for growth. Together, we will help them
become successful and valuable members of our community.

In Educational Partnership,

Dr. Ziggy Robeson

Superintendent

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