Sierra Vista Unified School District

🚀✨ 3rd Grade Roadrunners Reach for the Stars! ✨🚀 Last week, the 3rd graders in Ms. Cooley’s and Ms. Thuma’s classes showcased something truly out of this world! 🌍🌟 In Ms. Thuma’s reading class, students explored a chapter in the Wonders reading series about Earth and the planets. Instead of traditional workbook pages, they had the exciting option to get crafty and build their own solar systems—and they went all in! 🎨🪐 Each student received instructions and a rubric to guide their work, and they had about a week and a half to bring their solar system to life. The results? Absolutely stellar! 🚀✨ Check out their amazing creations—we are so proud of our 3rd grade Roadrunners! 🏃‍♂️💙💛 #RoadrunnerPride #3rdGradeStars #HandsOnLearning #STEMinAction #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🚨 Fundraiser Alert! 🚨 📢 Tonight only! Support Buena Student Council by grabbing dinner at Panda Express from 🕟 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM! 🥡🐼 🍜 Order online or in person—just enter code 381051 at checkout or show the flyer! Every bite helps our Student Council, so thank you for your support! 💙💛 #BuenaStudentCouncil #FundraiserNight #PandaExpress #SupportOurStudents #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

Staff Spotlight: Mrs. Twanna Ward ✨ This month, we are delighted to introduce Mrs. Twanna Ward, the Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Pueblo Del Sol. A Missouri native, Mrs. Ward moved to Sierra Vista four years ago in search of warmer weather. ☀️ Since arriving, she has worked at Carmichael in various roles before bringing her talents to PDS. Mrs. Ward’s room is a welcoming space designed to meet the diverse needs of her students. 🏫💙 Equipped with sensory stations, quiet-time tents, a trampoline, deep sensory bins, and a crash mat, her classroom fosters growth and self-regulation for students. 🧘‍♂️🎉 She believes in creating an environment where students feel understood and supported. 🤝❤️ As a strong advocate of PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports), Mrs. Ward serves as the Tier 3 team lead, guiding staff and students in fostering positive behavior. She is passionate about helping children build essential life skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and resilience, enabling them to exceed their own expectations. 🌟💪 Mrs. Ward’s dedication is deeply personal. As a mother of four, including a son with special needs, she brings a unique perspective and understanding to her work. Her lived experiences have taught her the importance of patience and advocacy, allowing her to connect with her students on a meaningful level. 🤗✨ Dr. Martinez, PDS principal, shares, “Mrs. Ward is the heart and soul of our PBIS program. She demonstrates daily what it means to be safe, respectful, and responsible. Her data collection and observations are invaluable in parent/teacher meetings. She has also designed PBIS training to equip staff with tools for success.” 🌟✅ Outside of work, Mrs. Ward enjoys spending time with her husband, their college-aged children, and her twin sister in California. With over 20 years of experience, she adapts to any situation to find solutions that benefit her students. 💡✨ Her empathy and innovative spirit help her meet the unique needs of every child. 🏅💛 Thank you, Mrs. Ward, for your unwavering dedication. SVUSD is fortunate to have you as a part of our community.

🐾🎉 JCMS Coyotes, Look What We Accomplished! 🎉🐾 Last Thursday and Friday, we celebrated our students' achievements with a Benchmark Growth and Achievement Recognition Party! 🥳📚 A huge shoutout to our amazing PTSO for their outstanding support—your treats and hands-on help truly made a difference in celebrating our students' success! 💙🍿🥤 We are so proud to share the results of Benchmark II assessments and thrilled to reward students who showed incredible progress! 🌟 🎥 Pajama Movie Madness Event: Students who demonstrated 10% growth or achieved proficiency on their benchmarks enjoyed: 🎬 A fun movie afternoon 🎲 Games 🥤 Sodas 🍿 Popcorn This celebration highlighted our students' hard work and determination—way to go, Coyotes! 🐾✨ #JCMSPride #BenchmarkSuccess #CoyotesRock #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🍫💕 Looking for Something Sweet This Valentine’s Day? 💕🍫 Here’s the perfect way to treat your loved ones AND support our Student Council, our Leadership Team! 🥰 💌 Order now through January 31st to grab some delicious treats and help raise funds for our "Leadership the Disney Way" field trip this May. 🌟✨ 📲 Place your orders here: https://www.yumraising.com/secure/buenahssc_buena_student_council44/TylGod7254/candy Your support will help our students expand their leadership skills, network with other leaders, and bond as a team during this incredible experience. Every purchase makes a difference! Thank you for supporting our future leaders! 💖✨ #ValentinesDay #SupportStudentCouncil #LeadershipTheDisneyWay #SweetTreats #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🚨 Reminder for SVUSD Bus Riders! 🚌✨ Have you downloaded the My Ride K-12 App yet? If not, don’t wait any longer! This app is a game-changer for tracking your student’s bus in real-time with GPS geolocation. 🎉 Here’s why you need it: ✅ Real-time GPS tracking for all district buses ✅ Secure access to bus stop locations, routes, and pickup times ✅ Easy sign-up using your Parent View email and your student’s SVUSD ID 📲 Download the My Ride K-12 app now on Apple® and Android® devices and stay connected to your student’s transportation like never before! 🌐 For more details, visit our website: https://www.svusd68.org/page/transportation Make transportation easier, safer, and more convenient. Don’t miss out—download today! 🚍✨ #SVUSD #MyRideK12 #RealTimeTracking #SchoolBusSafety #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

Teacher Feature January: Mrs. Haley Lewis This month, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on an inspiring educator at Pueblo Del Sol, Mrs. Haley Lewis, our dedicated 4th-grade teacher. Originally from Georgia, Mrs. Lewis’s journey brought her to Sierra Vista through the military. With over three decades of teaching experience—including homeschooling, private school, and eight years in Tombstone—she has found her niche at PDS, where she’s made an incredible impact in the 4th grade. Mrs. Lewis is a proud wife and mother. Her 22-year-old son is in college in Utah, a state she loves visiting for its beauty and family time. Her experiences enrich her teaching, making her an empathetic mentor. She emphasizes creating a safe and supportive learning environment, boosting students' confidence, and guiding them through the transition to 4th grade—a pivotal time in their academic journey. As the grade-level team leader, Mrs. Lewis is a mentor and an inspiration to her colleagues. She collaborates on lesson planning and provides guidance that uplifts her team. Dr. Martinez describes her as “a site leader who demonstrates her heart and passion for student success, setting high standards that her students consistently exceed.” Mrs. Lewis’s classroom is a hub of creativity and connection. Students enjoy earning PBIS points to spend at the Dust Devil Depot, bringing “fuzzy friends” to class, and engaging in innovative projects like the American Hero Pumpkin Biography. She’s currently planning a spring career day to inspire students’ aspirations. Her leadership extends beyond the classroom, boosting morale and fostering collaboration. With life experiences from living in Korea and traveling, she brings a rich perspective to her teaching. Pueblo Del Sol and SVUSD are fortunate to have Mrs. Lewis. Her unwavering dedication, creativity, and compassion make a lasting impact on her students, colleagues, and the entire community. Thank you, Mrs. Lewis, for making PDS a better place for all!💛 #PDSProud #TeacherFeature #SVUSDProud #InspiredLearning #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎉 Celebrating Success at JCMS! 🎉 Tuesday was a proud day for the Coyotes! 🐾 Under the guidance and inspiration of Mrs. Kruse, students celebrated their amazing accomplishments with their families. 🏆 In the morning, 7th graders gathered in the cafeteria, followed by 8th graders in the afternoon, to receive awards for their educational achievements, including: ✨ Honor Roll ✨ Principal’s Honor Roll ✨ PBIS Awards ✨ Star Students (nominated by teachers for each grade) ✨ Attendance Awards (95%+ attendance for the first semester) Our principal, Mrs. Wright, and assistant principal, Mrs.Pizzuto, were thrilled to present these well-deserved certificates. 👏 Way to go, Coyotes! Your hard work and dedication shine brightly. 🌟 Keep up the amazing effort—we are so proud of you! 💛💙 #JCMSPride #CoyoteExcellence #StudentAchievements #WayToGoCoyotes

🎉🎓 Terrific Kids at PDS! 🎓🎉 Our 5th graders at Pueblo Del Sol were thrilled to receive the Terrific Kids Awards from the San Pedro Kiwanis of Sierra Vista, led by the amazing Mrs. Lolene Paholke! 💙✨ Earlier this year, students set personal goals, and now, at the end of the semester, it was time to celebrate their achievements. 🥳 Those who met their goals were surprised with a certificate, a brown paper bag filled with goodies, and even a poster coupon! Inside the bags, students found school supplies, a treat from Culver’s, and other fun surprises. 🎁✏️🍦 In addition, each teacher (Ms.Zavala and Ms. Collins), selected one "Star Student" from their class who went above and beyond in their efforts. 🌟 These exceptional students were recognized with a special prize, highlighting their outstanding achievements! 🏅👏 Mrs. Paholke, a retired teacher, spoke to our Dust Devils about the importance of setting goals and the rewarding feeling of reaching them. 🌟 Now, it’s time for students to set new goals for the next quarter—whether to build on their success or reevaluate and try again. A huge thank you to the San Pedro Kiwanis of Sierra Vista, all the supporting businesses, and the parents who joined us to celebrate our students' accomplishments! 💛👏 Let’s keep striving for greatness, Dust Devils! 🚀💪 #TerrificKids #GoalSetters #PDSDustDevils #KiwanisClub #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🌟🎉 Friday was an unforgettable day at SVUSD, especially at our elementary schools! 📚 At Huachuca Mountain, it was Awards Day! The Bolts celebrated their academic achievements, spelling bee champions, PBIS winners, citizenship stars, and literacy milestones. Way to shine, Bolts! ⚡✨ 🥳 We also celebrated the 100th day of school, with students and teachers embracing the fun by dressing up as 100-year-olds—talk about aging gracefully! 👵👴 🎸 At Village Meadows, the excitement was turned up a notch with an '80s theme to mark the countdown of the final 80 days of the 2024-25 school year! 🎤🕺 👏 A big shoutout to all SVUSD elementary students for making learning and celebrations so much fun! #SVUSDStrong #100DaysOfSchool #80sFun #ElementaryPride #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎉 Buena DECA Shines at Competition! 🎉 On January 10th, 53 Buena High School DECA students competed against seven Southern Arizona schools, earning an incredible 60 medals across 18 events! 🏅 🏆 Event Highlights: Students excelled in categories like Marketing Communications and Quick Serve Restaurant Management, showcasing innovative solutions to real-world business challenges. From written exams to role-playing scenarios, they demonstrated exceptional critical thinking, communication, and business knowledge. ✨ Buena DECA: A Commitment to Excellence This success highlights Buena DECA's dedication to leadership, innovation, and hands-on learning. These remarkable students are gaining real-world skills that prepare them for bright futures in any career path! 🚀 💡 What’s Next? Buena DECA is gearing up for the upcoming state contests, so stay tuned for more achievements! 👏💙 #BuenaDECA #FutureLeaders #BuenaPride #DECAChampions ##EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎭✨ Looking for Fun This Weekend? ✨🎭 Join us for the 51st Annual On Stage: "In My 80’s Era" Performance presented by Buena Fine Arts! 🌟 This unforgettable show features the best of Buena talent, and you won’t want to miss it! 📅 Dates: Friday, January 17th Saturday, January 18th 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Klein Center for the Performing Arts 🎟️ Tickets are available at the door or through BookTix.com. Come out and enjoy an evening filled with music, fun, and fantastic performances. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎶💃 #BuenaFineArts #OnStage51 #80sEraFun #BuenaTalent #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎶 A Big Thank You to the Sierra Vista Symphony Orchestra! 🎶 Last Friday, all of Cochise County's 5th graders were treated to an unforgettable experience at the Klein Center during the Symphony's annual Children's Concert. Under the direction of conductor Toru Tagawa, SVUSD's six elementary schools had the incredible opportunity to: 🎻 Hear classical masterpieces, including works by Brahms and John Williams' iconic "Star Wars" music. 🎺 Learn about the different instruments that make up a symphony orchestra. 🎼 Watch talented peers from the Cochise County Youth Orchestra perform alongside the professionals. One magical moment came when members of the orchestra performed Ottorino Respighi's Pines of Rome, bringing the music to life from the back of the Klein Center—just like in Disney’s Fantasia! 🌟 Thank you, Sierra Vista Symphony Orchestra, for inspiring our students and sharing the joy of music! 🎵 #SVUSDProud #CochiseCounty5thGraders #SierraVistaSymphony #MusicEducation #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🌟 SVUSD District Spelling Bee Champions! 🌟 Today, the SVUSD hosted our District Spelling Bee, and we are thrilled to announce our winners! 🎉 🏆 Winner: Laila M. (6th grade, Village Meadows) 🥈 Runner-Up: Cullen S. (JCMS) These two outstanding spellers will proudly represent SVUSD at the County Spelling Bee! 🙌 Over 13 exciting rounds, 12 talented contestants from our elementary schools and JCMS gave it their all. The final four rounds were a nail-biting back-and-forth between Laila M. and Cullen S., with Laila clinching the victory by spelling "clandestine" correctly! 🐝 A big round of applause for all our amazing participants: 👏 Gideon S. and Jade B. from Bella Vista 👏 Sophia S. from Carmichael 👏 Vivian M. and Jaryd B. from Huachuca Mountain 👏 Brexen B. and Joshua R. from Pueblo Del Sol 👏 Emma V. and Wyatt G. from Town and Country 👏 Laila M. and Molly N. from Village Meadows 👏 Cullen S. from Joyce Clark Middle School You’re all spelling stars, and we’re so proud of you! 🌟✨ #SVUSDProud #DistrictSpellingBee #AmazingSpellers #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🚨 Exciting News for SVUSD Bus Riders! 🚌✨ SVUSD, in partnership with STA, is thrilled to announce the My Ride K-12 App—NOW with GPS Geolocation! 🎉 No more wondering where the bus is—track it in real-time and never miss a ride again! 💡 Features Include: ✅ Real-time GPS tracking for all district buses ✅ Secure access to bus stop locations, routes, and pickup times ✅ Easy sign-up with your Parent View email and your student’s SVUSD ID 📲 Download the My Ride K-12 app on Apple® and Android® devices today and stay connected like never before! 🌐 For more information, visit our website at https://www.svusd68.org/page/transportation Let’s make transportation easier, safer, and more convenient for everyone. 🚍✨ #SVUSD #MyRideK12 #RealTimeTracking #SchoolBusSafety #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

📢 Reminder: Half Day on Friday, January 17th Attention SVUSD families! 🗓️ This Friday, January 17th, is a half day for all SVUSD schools. Here's the release schedule: 🕥 Buena High School: 10:30 AM 🕦 Elementary Schools: 11:15 AM 🕧 Joyce Clark Middle School (JCMS): 12:30 PM Enjoy a relaxing holiday weekend! 🌟 School resumes on Tuesday, January 21st. #SVUSD #HalfDay #MLKWeekend #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🐾✨ The Town and Country Roadrunners kicked off their 100 Dogs-Gone Days of School Spirit and Supply Collection Week in style! 🐶🎉 Today, we had a special visit from one of Sierra Vista's amazing Animal Control officers, who gave a fantastic presentation to our students. They learned about her job, how to care for animals, and how to stay safe around them. Thank you for teaching us so much! 💙 This Friday, we’ll be celebrating the 100th day of school, and we invite everyone to join in the fun by embracing this paws-itively adorable theme. 🐾 🐾 Tomorrow’s Spirit Day: Wear black, white, or polka dots! 📦 Donation Drive: Don’t forget to bring items for the Nancy J. Brua Animal Shelter Supply Drive. Let’s make this week one to remember! #100DaysOfSchool #RoadrunnerPride #CommunitySpirit #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎉🏆 Congratulations, Buena DECA! 🏆🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that Buena DECA has been honored as Arizona DECA’s Chapter of the Month for their outstanding achievements as a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO)! 🚀 Highlights of their incredible success: ✨ 5 first-place finishes in the Virtual Business Competition at the state level. ✨ Top 2 national placements in the entrepreneurship track. This recognition is even more impressive considering Arizona DECA's 5,665 members across 114 chapters statewide. Among this vast network, Buena DECA’s 64 members truly stood out with their dedication, excellence, and innovation! 📅 What’s next? Buena DECA is gearing up for the Arizona DECA District Conference, kicking off their journey toward the ultimate stage: the International Career Development Conference (ICDC)! 👏 Please join us in celebrating Buena DECA’s success and wishing them luck on their upcoming endeavors. Let’s show our support for these emerging leaders and entrepreneurs! 💙💛 #BuenaDECA #ArizonaDECA #CTSO #EmergingLeaders #GoBuena! #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🚨 Important Update: 2-Hour Delay for All SVUSD Schools Tomorrow 🚨 Due to forecasted ice and snow overnight, all SVUSD schools will have a 2-hour delayed start tomorrow. 📌 Start Times: Buena High School: 9:20 AM (No Zero Hour) Joyce Clark Middle School: 11:00 AM Elementary Schools: 10:00 AM 🚌 Bus Routes: All stops will be delayed by 2 hours. 🍎 Meals: Breakfast is still available but it will cereal only and lunch will be served as normal. 🧒 Preschool: Morning session canceled; afternoon session will continue as scheduled. 📅 Release Times: Normal schedule. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize safety. Stay warm and drive safely! ❄️

🏀⚽🤼‍♂️ JCMS 3rd Quarter Sports Tryouts are starting soon! 📅 When: Monday, January 6th 👥 Who: 6th-8th grade students 🏀 Girls Basketball: JCMS Gym ⚽ Boys Soccer: Café Ramada 🤼‍♂️ Wrestling: JCMS Cafeteria ⏰ Time: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 4 PM - 5:30 PM ✅ Important: Make sure your student’s athletic clearance is completed before tryouts! Visit our JCMS Athletics website for details. Our coaches are excited to meet and work with our amazing athletes! 💪 Let's go, Coyotes! 🐾