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Congratulations Ralston Class of 2024

We are very PROUD of our 8th-grade students. We wish them all the best as they move to high school! 2024 Special Guests: GGUSD Board Vice President, Mr. Lan Nguyen Esq., GGUSD Superintendent Dr. Gabriela Mafi, GGHS Principal Ms. Mary-Jane Hibbard
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Semester 2 - Halftime Expectation Game Plan Assembly

Hey Eagles! Are you ready for the second half? We are now in the second semester of our 2023-2024 school year. Hopefully, you had a great first semester and are ready and roaring to go into semester two. If you are not quite there, there is always an…
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PBIS GOLD for Ralston

Ralston is proud and excited to announce our recognition as a GOLD School for our PBIS implementation. Our implementation reflects excellence in the core features of PBIS.  These include the reinforcement of our 3 Rs (Ready, Respectful, Responsible),…
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CLUB LIVE leadership conference By Savannah Reimherr

On November 10, 2022 the Club Live team at Ralston Intermediate went to a conference at South Jr. High School called Youth Advocacy Training. They were discussing ways of saying no to drugs and leading a healthy life. They were taught how to be bette…
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CTE Medical Detectives

Students in CTE Medical Detectives jumped into the world of neuroanatomy as they dissected a sheep brain with precision and enthusiasm, labeling each part along the way. This hands-on experience deepened their understanding of the brain's complexity…
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2023 Lunar New Year Celebration By Katie Nguyen

This year, Ralston Intermediate celebrated Lunar New Year! Yee Ying Tong Dragon to Lion Association came to perform for our school. On Friday, January 20, two days before Lunar New Year, students went with their sixth-period class to the basketball c…

Principal's Message

Principal's Message

Hello Ralston Scholars and Families,

Welcome to the 2025–2026 school year! As the proud principal of Ralston Intermediate School, I’m excited to kick off another incredible year with you. Get ready for a journey filled with learning, growth, connection—and yes, a good dose of fun along the way!

Middle school is a big deal. It’s a time when students grow, explore, and start discovering who they are. These years can be exciting, emotional, and full of surprises. That’s why our Ralston team—teachers, staff, counselors, and administrators—is here to support every scholar every step of the way. We’re all about creating a welcoming, inclusive space where students feel safe, connected, and ready to soar.

At Ralston, we challenge our scholars with rigorous academics while also focusing on personal development. Your student will experience hands-on learning, innovative instruction, and supportive guidance to help them reach their fullest potential. We want every Eagle to leave Ralston not only high school ready—but life ready.

Our work is grounded in the Garden Grove Unified School District’s Three District Goals:

  • Goal 1: Academic Skills – Supporting strong learning and achievement.

  • Goal 2: Personal Skills – Building character, confidence, and communication.

  • Goal 3: Lifelong Success – Preparing students for the future, in school and beyond.

We truly believe in the power of partnership. Families, we invite you to get involved and stay connected. Whether it’s joining school events, volunteering, or participating in parent groups, your engagement makes a difference. A few ways to support your scholar this year:

  1. Encourage consistent homework habits

  2. Stay in touch with teachers and staff

  3. Use the AERIES Parent Portal to monitor grades and assignments

  4. Check your scholar’s planner regularly

We’re in this together—and by working as a team, we can make this year successful and memorable for your scholar.

It’s an honor to serve as your principal. Let’s make this year our best yet!

Eagle Pride, Always!
Warmly,
Feather Hocking
Principal, Ralston Intermediate School