Mustang Corral

Good evening Mustangs,

As we begin another week at The Ranch, we are entering an important stretch of the semester. With just two weeks remaining before Thanksgiving Break, I encourage everyone to come together, stay focused, and finish these next two weeks STRONG!

This week, our focus is on our core value of UNITY. Unity is about recognizing that we are stronger when we support one another, celebrate each other’s successes, and work together toward common goals. Whether you are a student, teacher, staff member, coach, or family member, each of us plays an important role in making Otay Ranch High School a community where everyone feels connected, valued, and supported.

As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, let’s continue to demonstrate what it means to be a Mustang. Encourage one another, show kindness, take pride in our school, and remember that the success of our community depends on all of us. Let’s make these final two weeks before break count!

I also want to wish the very best to our Mustang student-athletes who are continuing their postseason journeys and competing for a CIF Championship! Your hard work, dedication, perseverance, and commitment have brought you to this exciting moment. We are proud of you and will be cheering you on every step of the way. Bring that Mustang pride and represent The Ranch!

Let’s come together, lift each other up, and finish strong!

Have a great week, Mustangs!

Respectfully,

Julio Alcala

Principal, Otay Ranch High School

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Please review the student handbook as it contains recently adopted SUHSD Board Policy regarding cell phone use on campus. Additionally, there is information throughout the handbook to assist with your child's success at Otay Ranch High School. (Student/Parent/Guardian Handbook)

As we continue our academic journey together, we want to remind everyone of our cell phone use policy at Otay Ranch High School, which mirrors recently adopted Sweetwater Union High School District Policy, BP 5131.8(a). To maintain a focused learning environment, cell phones should be turned off and stored away during class time, unless specifically permitted by your classroom teacher. This policy helps minimize distractions and supports our commitment to LEARNING and academic excellence.

This policy is an essential part of upholding our core values of BLUE: Belonging, Learning, Unity, and Empathy. By following the cell phone policy, students demonstrate a commitment to their LEARNING and respect for the educational environment.

Students are allowed to use their phones during passing periods and lunch, but during instructional time, phones should not be visible or in use.

Remember, staying focused in class not only benefits your own learning but also supports the unity and belonging of our entire school community. Let's work together to create a space where everyone can thrive academically and feel valued.

Thank you for your cooperation and dedication to making Otay Ranch High School a place where learning comes first.

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VISION

MISSION

Our mission is to prepare students for post-secondary education and career options by fostering a culture of achievement, developing critical thinking skills across all subject areas, instilling a sense of commitment, and creating a community where everyone belongs.

SCHOOLWIDE LEARNER OUTCOMES

1. Students will be able to apply math skills to real-world phenomena and problems.
   




2. Students will be able to use academic language in all subjects to support analysis for specific purposes and audiences.

Website: orh.sweetwaterschools.org
Location: 1250 Olympic Parkway, Chula Vista, CA, USA
Phone: (619) 591-5000
Instagram: Follow Mr. Alcala on Instagram @orhs_principal_alcala

Nondiscrimination Statement: The Sweetwater Union High School District prohibits discrimination, intimidation, harassment (including sexual harassment) or bullying based on a person’s actual or perceived age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, immigration status, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or association with a person or a group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For questions or complaints, contact Equity Compliance Officer, Dr. Vernon Moore at 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 691-5564, vernon.moore@sweetwaterschools.org; Title IX Coordinator, Robert Hughes at 670 L Street, Suite G, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 600-4900, compliance@sweetwaterschools.org; and Section 504 Coordinator Sonia Picos at 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, (619) 691-5564, sonia.picos@sweetwaterschools.org.

Declaración de no discriminación: El distrito Sweetwater Union High School District prohíbe la discriminación, la intimidación, el acoso (que incluye el acoso sexual), o la intimidación escolar (bullying) en función percibida o real de edad, ascendencia, color, discapacidad, género, identidad de género, expresión de género, estado migratorio, nacionalidad, raza, u origen étnico, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, de la persona; o por asociación con una persona o un grupo con una o más de dichas características percibidas o reales. En caso de preguntas o quejas, favor de comunicarse con el Dr. Vernon Moore, Oficial de Cumplimiento de Equidad en el 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 691-5564, vernon.moore@sweetwaterschools.org; o con Robert Hughes, Coordinador del Título IX en el 670 L Street, Suite G, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 600-4900, compliance@sweetwaterschools.org; y con Sonia Picos, Coordinadora del Artículo 504 en el 1130 Fifth Avenue, Chula Vista, CA 91911, teléfono (619) 691-5564, sonia.picos@sweetwaterschools.org