From Your Principal

Dear RAMPS Families, 

Welcome to Ruth Ann Monroe Primary School, where every spark matters, every voice belongs, and every day counts.

Whether you're new to our school community or are coming back for a new year, I want to thank you for trusting us with the care, growth, and wonder of your child. At RAMPS, we believe that school should be more than just a place to learn—it should be a place where students feel safe, seen, and supported as they discover who they are and all they can become.

As your principal, I take this responsibility with commitment and joy. I am both an educator and a parent, and I understand how important it is to feel confident in the people caring for your child each day. That's why we've built a school culture focused on connection, compassion, and high expectations—with systems in place to support every learner and a dedicated team ready to walk alongside every family.

Our approach combines strong academics with social-emotional learning, creativity, and trauma-informed practices. We use clear structures to ensure that every student gets what they need to thrive. More than anything, we lead with heart. We believe in kindness with consistency, accountability with grace, and growth that respects the whole child.

This year, you'll see continued efforts to create joyful classrooms, strengthen family partnerships, and maintain a safe, inclusive environment where every student can shine. I invite you to stay connected with us—through our newsletters, family events, and open communication. Your voice matters, and we are stronger when we work together.

If you ever have a question, concern, or celebration to share, please don't hesitate to reach out. We are here for you. We are with you.

Let's keep lighting the way—together.

With gratitude and hope, 

James Funkhouser

Principal, Ruth Ann Monroe Primary  

"Dream Big. Be Kind. Light the Way."