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Monterey County Gives!
Rancho Cielo offers an alternative educational environment, with vocational training, life skills development and counseling services. In addition to the successful vocational programs already on campus, like culinary and construction academies, our non-profit’s Big Idea is the brand-new auto/diesel repair program. The Auto/Diesel Repair Program teaches students how to inspect and repair vehicles, especially tractors and agricultural equipment. These in-demand skills, paired with the safe and affirming environment of Rancho Cielo, set these students up for lifelong success and meaningful work.
Thanks to your financial support you will help our students receive the...
Kenny is the Server of the Week!
Congratulations to Kenny for being named the Server of the Week!
Kenny has impressed guests at the DCA Dining Room consistently. From one guest, "Kenny has a wonderful personality. He was very attentive to our needs!"
Great job, Kenny!
This Week's Server of the Week is Albert!
Our Server of the Week is Albert!
Albert has been doing a fantastic job at the Drummond Culinary Academy Dining Room. Here are some of the things patrons have said about him:
"Amazing as usual! Albert was fun, knowledgeable, professional – all around awesome!”
“Great interaction [with Albert]. [He was] very willing to suggest and advise! Super fun. Thanks.”
“Amazing food and friendly staff! Thanks!!”
“Albert provided great service and the food was great.”
Congrats to Albert for doing such a stellar job!
Server of the Week: Sydnee
Our Server of the Week is Sydnee!
Sydnee is doing an amazing job during our Friday Night Dinners. One customer said, "I thoroughly enjoyed my second visit to Rancho Cielo . Sydnee was terrific – very thoughtful and considerate."
Another customer said, " Sydnee is committed to her part at Rancho Cielo . We had a grand time."
Other comments included:
"Everything was perfect. Maybe provide a spoon when coffee is served with cream and sugar."
"A great experience."
Fantastic job, Sydnee!
Ag students get an experiential anatomy lesson
Some of the students in the Ag program got to experience a hands-on anatomy lesson. While on a hike at the Ranch, students found a pile of bones. They decided to try and put the puzzle together. Students loved the challenge!
Angel is our server of the week
Congrats to our Server of the Week-- Angel!
Here are a few of the things people said when they visited the Drummond Culinary Academy when Angel was working:
"I am a Culinary Graduate, and this place still amazes me. Amazing food!"
"It was a great environment. Very Welcoming. Thank you."
"I appreciate your knowledge of food and how it was prepared. Your kind and patient manner will get you far. Best to you."
"Angel was awesome! He is super knowledgeable, friendly and very polite. He took very good care of us."...
Server of the Week: Natalia
Congrats to our Server of the Week-- Natalia!
Natalia has been hard at work at our Friday Night Dinners.
From a recent guest:
“4th time here. Better each time. Can’t wait for a 5th visit!”
First Ever Student Resource Fair Held at Rancho Cielo
On Tuesday, October 29, Rancho Cielo hosted its first annual Student Resource Fair. Students from the Drummond Culinary Academy, Construction Academy, Ag Vocational Center, Youth Corps, and Silver Star program participated in this great event. They learned about the many resources and opportunities available in our community. They also had a chance to win some awesome prizes.
Thank you to all of the agencies that participated in the Resource Fair:
Immigration Task Force Bright Beginnings Salinas Valley Recycles YWCA Monterey County Clinica de Salud del Valle de Salinas Salinas Family YMCA Department of Rehabilitation...