Is Ranger Pride Just for ASB Kids? 

From planning spirit weeks to organizing major events, ASB shapes campus culture at Redwood High School–but is Ranger pride exclusive to its members, or shared by all?

By: Anel Lua

Throughout the school year, Ranger pride is highly encouraged within RHS (Redwood High School) and brought upon the Redwood campus. From the excitement of football season to the culmination of graduation, this pride enlightens the campus, uniting students and faculty alike. 

Redwood’s Associated Student Body (ASB) is mainly in charge of upholding this said spirit. 

ASB advisor, Mrs. Hailey Aston, says, “We’re the ones who plan some of the big cultural moments. Culture is built in every program, individually, whether that be drama, choir, any of the sports programs, dances, FBLA.” 

She adds on by saying that ASB directs the biggest events of the school year like, “Cowhide, Mr. and Mrs. Ranger Week, Buffball, [and] Powderpuff.”

Its members actively inject energy into school life through a variety of initiatives. These include bringing color to the school, planning fun lunchtime activities, conducting rallies, coordinating dances, and filling the stands at all sporting events. 

Their efforts contribute significantly to a positive and dynamic school environment.

ASB’s dedication extends beyond event planning. They serve as the voice of the student body, advocating for student interests and actively promoting school spirit and overall enhancing the school experience for students. 

The class has multiple social media pages dedicated to the school, showcasing school events, sports games, dances, and other activities which keeps the entire Redwood community informed and up to date.

Although, the amount of work and effort they put into doing everything for the school, inside and outside, raises the question: Is “Ranger pride” just for ASB kids? 

The dedication and hard work of ASB are undeniable, but fostering a sense of belonging and shared pride within the entire community remains a crucial goal.

The ASB class all have different perspectives on whether Ranger pride is mostly associated with its members, or if it can truly be felt by all Rangers. 

Mrs. Aston says, “I think it has so little to do with ASB. They put on the big flashy stuff but they’re not the ones building the culture,”

She believes that it’s the kids who are a part of all the “millions of programs on campus and showing up to support each other,” and that “they’re the ones who build that for sure.” 

On the other hand, Sophomore Vice President Alexis Seals, ‘27, believes that being a part of ASB does in fact make someone more connected and associated with Ranger Pride.

“[We] get to see the behind the scenes of what happens, how [ASB] organizes all these [events], and it just makes you more connected to the school because you actually put effort into creating that environment here,” says Seals.

Sophie Del Villar, ‘27, a member of the ASB class, says, “I think it does [make you more associated] because you get really involved and really passionate about the things that you’re doing in class and outside of class.” 

Del Villar says that with this connection, the class can become “really fun” as well since you can also make many new friends and build relationships.

While this may be true, students who aren’t involved in ASB still feel connected to the community and retain a sense of Ranger pride.

Many engage in clubs, sports, and other activities within the school that foster school spirit and unity. 

Samantha Sanchez, ‘27, a non-ASB member, says, “I feel included [in the school spirit] because they always give us opportunities to join in on what they’re doing or they’ll have activities at lunch.”

Evelene Chavez, ‘27, another non-ASB member says that she also feels included within the Ranger pride, and adds that ASB hosts multiple dress-up days throughout the year which all students can get involved in.

This engagement with the school highlights that a sense of community and belonging can be cultivated in various ways. ASB just serves as the foundation for fostering the spirit within everyone, but it is the students who maintain and nurture it. 

So whether you are in ASB or not, you can still be a part of the Ranger pride within the school. 

Mrs. Aston says, ”On Fridays wear your super-fan shirt. That is Ranger pride through and through.” 

She adds that even the small things count such as “[showing up] for your club meetings, [having] a good time, and [participating] in sports or VAPA.”

“Whatever it is that you are into, show up and participate, for what we have on campus.” says Mrs. Aston. 

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