Building Skills
Transforming Lives
Our Mission
Rancho Cielo invests in all young people facing challenges for success through diploma education, vocational training, counseling and life skills development in a safe and affirming environment.
Our Programs
Imagine the immense potential residing within every young person, in a setting that helps them make it real. This is the essence of Rancho Cielo. We invest in the education, training and counseling of youth facing challenges, and they, in turn, reward our belief with their success.
February 23, 2025
15th Annual Culinary Round Up
February 23, 2025
15th Annual Culinary Round Up
DINING AT
Rancho Cielo



DINING AT
Rancho Cielo
Enjoy fresh, seasonal dishes prepared by student trainees at our Drummond Culinary Academy. Open Friday nights during the school year, students prepare and serve thoughtful meals in a sophisticated setting.
What’s Happening
Rancho Cielo’s First RIDE Car Scholarships Awarded
Read moreCelebrating 25 Years of Rancho Cielo
Read moreHoliday Cheer at Rancho Cielo with Style and Deliciousness
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February 5, 2025 | NEWS
Rancho Cielo’s First RIDE Car Scholarships Awarded

On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, Rancho Cielo (RC) proudly celebrated a historic milestone as three recent graduates—Isabel Patino, Anthony Trejo and Jesus “Chuy” Hernandez—became the first recipients of the RIDE […]
Read moreJanuary 24, 2025 | NEWS
Celebrating 25 Years of Rancho Cielo

“Frustration.” That’s the word John Phillips uses to sum up what it felt like to send 18-year-old kids to prison for life during his 21 years as a Monterey County […]
Read moreDecember 13, 2024 | NEWS
Holiday Cheer at Rancho Cielo with Style and Deliciousness

We all know that feeling: the final school day before winter break. Everyone has ants in their pants, and the minutes move like hours; most teachers put on movies instead […]
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