Welcome to Ball Junior High School! As the proud principal of this distinguished institution, I am honored to lead a school recognized as both a California Golden Bell Award recipient and a Democracy School. These accolades reflect our unwavering commitment to empowering students with the skills and mindset necessary to become the successful leaders of tomorrow.

We are excited to share that Ball Junior High now offers a Spanish Dual Language Immersion (DLI) Program, where students develop as bilingual, biliterate, and bicultural individuals, gaining a powerful advantage in our global society. Additionally, we are proud to have opened "The Nest", our dedicated wellness space, designed to support the social-emotional well-being of all students and staff.

At Ball JHS, we are particularly proud of our innovative Drone Technology Academy Pathway, which offers students unique opportunities to explore cutting-edge technology and build future-ready technical skills. This is just one of the many ways we strive to prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

Our vision is to be empowered to dream and grow together. We believe in nurturing the whole child, addressing not just academic needs but also the social, emotional, and ethical aspects of our students' development. Our focus on the 5Cs—Communication, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Compassion—ensures that our students are not only college and career-ready but also prepared to thrive as compassionate and capable leaders. Student voice is at the heart of our approach, and we are dedicated to creating an environment where every student feels heard, valued, and empowered to contribute to their learning journey. Together with our dedicated staff and supportive school community, we are committed to providing what is best for every child.

We know that student success is strengthened by meaningful partnerships. I invite you to be an active part of our school community. Whether through ELAC, SSC, our parent volunteer group, or by attending school events, your involvement is essential to our shared success.

Thank you for being a valued member of the Ball Junior High School family. I look forward to working together to make this a remarkable and inspiring year for all.