Superintendent's Office

Dr. Vargas

Welcome back to the 2024-2025 school year! I hope your summer was filled with joy, relaxation, and rejuvenation. As we gear up for another academic year, I am excited to share our renewed focus on the well-being of both our students and staff.

This summer, our Morongo USD staff has been hard at work enhancing our facilities, upgrading technology, and providing comprehensive professional development to ensure we are ready for a fantastic year ahead. We are thrilled to welcome students back to school and we’ve missed the vibrant energy they bring to our campuses.

We recognize that the foundation of success lies in the overall well-being of our students and staff. We are committed to creating a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

This year, we are introducing new programs and initiatives aimed at promoting mental, emotional, and physical health. We believe that a focus on well-being will not only enhance academic performance but also foster a more compassionate and connected community.

I am looking forward to visiting classrooms and engaging with our students, hearing their stories, and witnessing their growth throughout the year. Together, we can create an environment where every student can explore their interests, develop their talents, and achieve their fullest potential.

We believe that a strong partnership between school and home is essential for fostering student success and wellbeing. Your involvement and support are invaluable as we work together to make this year a memorable and rewarding experience for all.

Thank you for entrusting us with your children’s education and well-being. Here’s to a successful and fulfilling 2024-2025 school year!

With students in mind,

Patricio I. Vargas, Ph.D.
Superintendent


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About the Superintendent

Dr. Patricio Vargas is the superintendent for the Morongo Unified School District. He began working in education in 1996 as a dedicated teacher across various grade levels. Over the years, he transitioned into diverse administrative roles, including principal, coordinator for English learners, director of assessment, accountability and educational technology and assistant superintendent of educational services.

He holds a bachelor's and a master's degree from La Sierra University, along with a Ph.D. from the University of California Riverside, specializing in institutional leadership and policy studies. He serves as an adjunct professor at La Sierra University, helping to train the leaders of tomorrow. 

Dr. Vargas is also a devoted family man. He is happily married and is the proud parent of two children. Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Vargas finds joy in reading, traveling and spending quality time with family and friends. 

Throughout his career, effective communication and innovative practices have been at the center of Dr. Vargas’ leadership technique. He reevaluated teaching practices, enhanced instructional capacity, maximized student learning through digital tools and provided crucial social-emotional support for the well-being of both staff and students in various districts and schools throughout the state. 

Dr. Vargas places high importance on fostering equity. He comes from a multicultural, bilingual background and has consistently focused on closing the achievement gap for the students in the district.

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