On June 1, 2005, the Dedication Ceremony was held for Fontana Unified School District's eighth and newest middle school, Wayne Ruble Middle School.

After Superintendent Dr. Charles D. Milligan's welcome and opening remarks, Principal Crystal Whitley took over the duties of master of ceremonies.  Mrs. Whitley introduced the many dignitaries in attendance, including:  Frank Stallworth, representative from Senator Nell Soto's office; Raquel Garcia, representative from Supervisor Paul Biane's office; Joy Elliot, representative from Supervisor Josie Gonzales's office; Congressman Joe Baca, Jr.; Dr. Herb Fischer, San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools; Debbie Brazille, Deputy City Management for the City of Fontana; Fontana Police Chief Larry Clark; FUSD Board Members, district and county administration, as well as the school's namesake, Dr. D. Wayne Ruble.

During the Dedication, Dr.  Ruble was praised by the many dignitaries at the ceremony.  He was presented with certificates of appreciation, plaques for his contributions to education and accolades from all those in attendance.  The electives classes at Ruble Middle School presented him with gifts:  a freehand drawing of Dr. Ruble from the art class; a quilt sewn by the sewing class; and the school's inaugural yearbook from the ASB.  Dr. Milligan also presented Dr. Ruble with biographical keepsake album.

Ruble Middle School opened in October of 2004 by Principal Crystal Whitley and a dedicated staff.  The school has continued its construction throughout the 2004-2005 school year and is expected to be complete by June of 2005.  Ruble Middle School is intended to serve over 1400 students.  The nearly 25 acre-site is located at 6762 Juniper Avenue and was opened.  The school, designed by HMC Architects, features an attractive use of earth tone masonry in a modern architectural style.  The contractor for the construction project is Woodcliff Corporation.

• Photo of Crystal Whitley, Dr. D. Wayne Ruble, and Dr. Charles D. Milligan courtesy of the Fontana Herald News.

• Read more about the Ruble Middle School Dedication in the Fontana Herald News.

• Click here to learn more about Dr. Ruble.