Ramah Middle / High School

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Ramah High School's Athlete of the Week is Levi Alonzo, a Sophomore poised for greatness in the Esports arena. He had a strong last year at Esports that led to the State Tournament in Madden 25. Now Levi is building on that momentum with Madden 26, determined to make another impactful run. As a competitor on both the Madden and Hearthstone teams, Levi is leveraging his skills to stay ahead of the curve. Following a decisive 57-6 win, Levi's confidence is soaring, and he's ready to embark on a winning streak.

Join us to cheer on our Lady Mustangs at their home district game on Wednesday at 6:00. Buy tickets at https://gofan.co/app/school/NM13916 and bring your ticket on your phone. If you don’t have access with your phone, we will have a device you can log into and purchase tickets with a card.

Join us to cheer on our Lady Mustangs at their home district game on Wednesday at 6:00. Buy tickets at https://gofan.co/app/school/NM13916 on Wednesday and bring your ticket on your phone.

Ramah High School Freshmen and Sophomores had an inspiring experience exploring the Opportunity Career Center in Gallup, unlocking doors to new possibilities and gaining insight into the real-world skills they could master next year in construction or culinary arts. Ask them to share what discoveries sparked their passions.

We're thrilled to recognize the 8th grade class for leading the way with a remarkable 98% attendance rate in January, surpassing our district's goal of 97%. Great job, Mustangs! Despite recent illnesses circulating in our area, let's continue working together to maintain this momentum, ensuring our students thrive and grow. Let's also remember that every day counts, and your support in getting your child to school is crucial.

Ramah School of Business has six BPA Members going to National Competition this May. They are Anndrea Cooché, who placed 5th in Health Administration Procedures; Myles Chee, who placed 2nd in Entrepreneurship; Caliegh Rafelito, who placed 2nd in Computer Modeling; and Orrin Grassie, Deacon Clawson, and Brighton McClelland, who placed 3rd in Team Presentation.

Khloe Gibbons is Ramah High School’s Athlete of the Week for Cheerleading and Basketball, exemplifying outstanding athleticism and unwavering dedication. As a dual sport participant, Khloe embodies the spirit of excellence, consistently bringing her infectious enthusiasm and perpetual school pride to every game, inspiring others to do the same. Great job, Khloe.

The Mustang BPA members had a great day today with competitions, workshops, and having fun at Main Event. Tomorrow they will get their results. We wish them luck in their competitions.

Unmask Your Potential!
Our students from Ramah High School and Tohatchi High School are representing their schools and communities at the Business Professionals of America – New Mexico State Leadership Conference 2026!
STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
February 19–21, 2026
2025–2026 State Theme: Unmask Your Potential!
#TheRealYouNMBPA26
Tohatchi HS BPA Chapter
• 25 students competing
• 20 competitive events
• 10 open events
Ramah HS BPA Chapter
• 18 students competing
• 27 different competitive events
That’s 43 students stepping into leadership, professionalism, and high-level competition across dozens of business, technology, and leadership categories.
These students have been preparing, practicing, and pushing themselves to grow — and now they’re taking their talents to the state level.
Community, family, alumni, and friends — drop your shoutouts and good luck messages below for our Ramah and Tohatchi BPA students! Let’s show them the full strength of our support as they represent us with pride.
Go Ramah!
Go Tohatchi!
Go BPA!
#BPA #NMBPA #CTEWorks #CareerReady #StudentLeadership #UnmaskYourPotential #TheRealYouNMBPA26

Ramah School of Business commenced the first day of Business Professionals of America competitions on a high note, with notable achievements. Upon completion of one of their two events, two competitors were selected to proceed to the final rounds. The team showcased exceptional teamwork during the Torch Awards Ceremony and gained valuable insights from keynote speaker A’ric Jackson, who emphasized the importance of unmasking one's potential. Through collaborative learning and mutual support during competitions, the team has had a productive experience. The focus now shifts to Day 2.

Members of Mrs. Grassie's Business Professionals of America are attending the State BPA Leadership Conference today, where they'll showcase their skills and compete in various business categories. We're rooting for them as they take bold steps toward shaping their futures and contributing to positive change. We're proud to support these emerging leaders. #IAMNMCTSO #NMBPA #RHSBPA #TheRealYouNMBPA26

Keisha Siow's dedication has earned her the distinction of Ramah High School’s Gallup Rotary Senior of the Month; congratulations are in order for this remarkable achievement, and her continued hard work will undoubtedly yield great success as the year comes to a close.

Our Cultural Heritage classes participated in the GMCS Heritage Language and Culture Fair today. They presented slideshows, presented Boards about what they have learned, showed dioramas, and spoke in their native languages. We congratulate all the participants and winners today. Look for their names and photos in the Gallup Sun and Navajo Times.

Join us for our last Home Game and cheer on our Mustangs. February 18, starting at 3:15.

GMCS District College & Career Fair – Spring 2026
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to host our Spring 2026 College & Career Fair for our Junior Class!
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Gallup High School Gym
Session 1: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Session 2: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Lunch will be provided
This is an incredible opportunity for colleges, universities, technical schools, military representatives, industries, and career organizations to connect with ambitious GMCS juniors who are preparing for their postsecondary journey.
Showcase your programs, scholarships, certifications, career pathways, jobs, apprenticeships, internships, and resources — and help inspire the next generation of scholars and leaders.
Last day to register: March 6, 2026
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register
For questions:
505-721-1000
mbond1@gmcs.org
adelacr1@gmcs.org
Let’s work together to elevate success through rigor, relevance, and relationships.
#GMCS #CollegeAndCareerReady #CCCR #Pathways #FutureFocused #CollegeAccess #CareerExploration #Spring2026

Heritage Language & Culture Social Studies Fair
Join us February 18–20, 2026 at Red Rock Park for our Heritage Language and Culture Social Studies Fair!
February 18, 2026
7th & 10th Grade (All Schools)
February 19, 2026
5th Grade
(Crownpoint, Twin Lakes, Navajo, David Skeet, Catherine Miller, Stagecoach, Del Norte, Jefferson)
February 20, 2026
5th Grade
(Thoreau, Tohatchi, Ramah, Chee Dodge, Lincoln, Tobe Turpen, Indian Hills, Red Rock)
This event is open to the public, and we encourage parents and community members to stop by and see all the fun and creative projects our students have been working so hard on. Come support our students and celebrate their amazing work!

Track Season starts Tuesday, February 17 for Middle School and High School.

We’d like to congratulate Avery Clawson for being chosen as our Athlete of the Week. Avery is a dedicated 123lb powerlifter who currently ranks 4th in the 1A-3A state classification. Over her two years in the sport, she has shown exceptional growth, recently hitting a 210lb deadlift, 185lb squat, and 95lb bench. Avery is characterized by her dual commitment to athletics and academics, evidenced by her 4.0 GPA. She is a vital culture-builder for her team, known for her encouraging spirit and sportsmanship at every competition. Her goal for the season is to qualify and medal at the State Powerlifting Championships.

Note a change to team and time. February 12 starting at 4:00