
π Meet Mrs. Wise β Huachuca Mountainβs Teacher of the Year! π
Mrs. Natalie Wise is a dedicated Kindergarten teacher at the home of the Lightning Bolts, and sheβs truly a shining example of what it means to inspire young minds.
From the thoughtful routines she builds to her creative and flexible seating options, Mrs. Wise brings warmth and calm to every school day. She goes above and beyond to ensure that every child feels a true sense of belonging.
In her classroom, individuality is celebrated, achievements are highlighted, and each student finds their special place in a supportive learning community. She nurtures confidence, fosters growth, and tailors her teaching to meet the unique needs of every learner.
Congratulations, Mrs. Wise, on creating a classroom where every student thrives and feels valued! ππ
#TeacherOfTheYear #InspiringEducator #ClassroomCommunity #CelebratingStudents #HuachucaMountain #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict #EmpoweringYou


π Join Us Tonight for the Discovery Showcase! π
Come out tonight and see the amazing projects our Discovery students have created throughout the school year! π¨ππ§
Our Discovery program is a specialized educational experience designed to challenge and enrich gifted learners, encouraging in-depth study, higher-level thinking, and collaboration with intellectual peers.
β¨ Hereβs a sneak peek at what theyβve been working on:
π§π§ 1st & 2nd Grade β βItβs Not A...β Creations & Alliteration Adventures
π©π¨ 3rd & 4th Grade β Presidential Art, Trading Cards, & Garden Planning
ποΈπ§ 5th & 6th Grade β Presidential Art & Cubes, plus a hands-on Camping Challenge!
π Where: Rothery Education Center
π When: TONIGHT from 5 PM β 7 PM
Don't miss this opportunity to celebrate creativity, innovation, and the brilliance of our Discovery students!
#DiscoveryShowcase #GiftedEducation #StudentCreativity #SVUSD #ProudOfOurStudents #EnrichedLearning #EmpoweringYou


ππ» Earth Day Fun at Huachuca Mountain! π»π
Our 5th grade Bolts celebrated Earth Day in a big way yesterday by planting beautiful Mexican sunflowers! π±πΌ Even betterβthey invited their parents to join in on the fun and get their hands dirty too.
It was a fantastic day filled with learning, laughter, and love for our planet. Way to go, Bolts, for making a positive impact and growing something beautifulβtogether! ππͺ
#EarthDay2025 #GrowingTogether #BoltPride #HuachucaMountain #HandsOnLearning


π£ Bolt Families β Time Is Running Out!
The 2024 Huachuca Mountain yearbook order deadline is Saturday, April 26th! β³
Don't miss the chance to celebrate a year filled with growth, friendship, and fun!
π Yearbooks are just $17 when ordered online.
After the deadline, a limited number will be available at school for $20 (cash) β first come, first served!
π Order now at: yearbookordercenter.com
π Use Order Number: 24927
Letβs save the memories together! πβ‘
#BoltPride #HuachucaMountain #Yearbook2024 #SVUSDProud #CaptureTheMemories


Join us every Wednesday morning at 7:40am on the field to walk with the NEHS club and your buddies!


πββοΈπ A huge thank you to all the amazing families who joined us last week for Bring a Family Member to PE!
We had such a blast, and the students loved sharing their PE time with you. Your energy, support, and enthusiasm made it a truly special experience.
Thank you for coming out and having fun with us! ππͺ
#FamilyFun #PETime #StrongerTogether #BoltPride #HuachucaMountain


πβ¨ Itβs time for Kinder Round-Up! β¨π
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by August 31st? Join us for our upcoming Kinder Round-Up events and get a sneak peek into the exciting world of kindergarten!
π Meet our amazing teachers
π¨ Explore classrooms
π Tour the campus
π§© Enjoy fun activities
π Start the registration process
π
Wednesday, April 30th, 4:00pm- 5:30pm
π All SVUSD Elementary Schools
π Sign up here: https://forms.gle/CpkLNt7mve6S196eA
π² Or scan the QR code on the flyer!
Already registered? Youβre invited tooβcome join the fun! π
Letβs get ready for a fantastic school year ahead! ππ
#KinderRoundUp #SVUSD #FutureColts #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou


ππ° Extra! Extra! Come See the Show!
Looking for something fun next weekend? The Huachuca Mountain Theater Club invites you to two nights of admission-free performances of the musical βNewsiesβ! πΆπ
π
April 24 & 25
π Showtime: 6:00 PM
π Huachuca Mountain Cafeteria
ποΈ FREE Admission!
Our talented students have been working hard to bring this exciting show to life, and we canβt wait to share it with our school and community. A huge thank you to all the volunteers who helped make this production possible! ππ¬
Come support the arts and enjoy a night of musical magic!
#HuachucaMountainPride #TheaterClub #Newsies #StudentTalent #FreeShow #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


πΈπ£ Wishing All SVUSD Families and Staff a Wonderful Spring Weekend!
Please note that all SVUSD schools and offices, including the District Office, will be closed from April 18th through April 21st for the spring holiday weekend.
We hope everyone enjoys a safe, restful break and a very Happy Easter to those who celebrate! π·π
#SVUSD #SpringWeekend #FamilyTime #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


π Help us celebrate our amazing 2025 SVUSD Teachers of the Year! π
These outstanding educators make a lasting impact on the hearts and minds of their students every single day. We are so proud to honor:
π Bella Vista β Paloma Lepley
π Carmichael β Shanequa Matthias
π Huachuca Mountain β Natalie Wise
π PDS β Haley Lewis
π Town & Country β Isabel Dahl
π Village Meadows β Danielle Frasier
π Joyce Clark Middle School β Danielle Kruse
π Buena High School β Amy Martinez
A special congratulations to Danielle Frasier from Village Meadows, our SVUSD District Teacher of the Year! ππ
Stay tuned all week as we introduce you to these incredible educators and share their stories. Thank you to ALL our teachers for everything you do!
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #SVUSDproud #TeacherAppreciation


ππ Family Week is off to a great start at Huachuca Mountain!
Yesterday was our first Family Fun Day with βBring Your Family Member to PE,β and it was a blast! Thank you to all the amazing family members who came out to support and join in the fun β our Bolts loved having you there! β‘οΈπββοΈπββοΈ
But weβre not done yet β thereβs still time to join the fun!
Come out TODAY and THURSDAY for exciting games like Gaga Ball and 9 Square with your Bolt! ππ―
Letβs keep the energy going all week long!
#FamilyWeek #PEFun #WolfpackPride #GagaBall #9Square #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


π’ Attention Families with Kindergarten-Age Children! π’ Do you have a little one whoβs eager to start Kindergarten but isnβt quite old enough? πβ¨ Sierra Vista Unified School District offers early entrance testing for children whose 5th birthday falls between September 1 and January 1 of the upcoming school year. This assessment helps determine if theyβre ready to jump into Kindergarten fun! π Testing Dates: June 16th & June 30th β³ Sign up early to save your spot! π Have questions? Contact Stacy Jackson-Fesser at 520-515-2743 or visit our website for more details: www.svusd68.org/earlykinder Letβs get your child started on their learning adventure! ππ #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


π Reminder: Bring a Family Member to PE! π
Huachuca Mountain families β Coach Mac, Heather, and your amazing students are inviting YOU to join the fun during PE! πͺβ‘οΈ
Weβre all about getting healthier together, and what better way than playing games with our families? Depending on class size, weβve got fun and active games planned β and trust us, the students LOVE when their family visits! πββοΈπββοΈπ―
π Mark your calendar!
π
Join us on April 14th, 15th, or 17th β come one day or all three!
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Bring Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Aunties, Uncles, Cousins β everyoneβs invited!
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Be sure to check your Boltβs PE schedule so you know what time to come!
Letβs get moving, Bolts! β‘οΈπ #BoltPride #FamilyFitnessFun #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


π Pizza on a Monday? Yes, please!
Join us on Monday, April 14th, from 11 AM β 8 PM at Vinnyβs New York Pizza and support Project Graduation! πβ¨
Project Graduation gives our Buena grads a safe, fun-filled night with food, games, and prizes to help kickstart their future. π
Eat pizza β‘οΈ Support grads β‘οΈ Feel good! π
Letβs pack Vinnyβs and show our support! #SVUSD #ProjectGraduation #BuenaPride #SupportLocal #VinnyPizzaDay


π Bring a Family Member to PE! π
Huachuca Mountain families β Coach Mac, Heather, and your amazing students are inviting YOU to join the fun during PE! πͺβ‘οΈ
Weβre all about getting healthier together, and what better way than playing games with our families? Depending on class size, weβve got fun and active games planned β and trust us, the students LOVE when their family visits! πββοΈπββοΈπ―
π Mark your calendar!
π
Join us on April 14th, 15th, or 17th β come one day or all three!
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦ Bring Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Aunties, Uncles, Cousins β everyoneβs invited!
β
Be sure to check your attached Boltβs PE schedule so you know what time to come!
Letβs get moving, Bolts! β‘οΈπ #BoltPride #FamilyFitnessFun #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


πβ¨ Itβs time for Kinder Round-Up! β¨π
Do you have a child who will be 5 years old by August 31st? Join us for our upcoming Kinder Round-Up events and get a sneak peek into the exciting world of kindergarten!
π Meet our amazing teachers
π¨ Explore classrooms
π Tour the campus
π§© Enjoy fun activities
π Start the registration process
π
Wednesday, April 30th, 4:00pm- 5:30pm
π All SVUSD Elementary Schools
π Sign up here: https://forms.gle/CpkLNt7mve6S196eA
π² Or scan the QR code on the flyer!
Already registered? Youβre invited tooβcome join the fun! π
Letβs get ready for a fantastic school year ahead! ππ
#KinderRoundUp #SVUSD #FutureColts #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou


π§π¨ SVUSD Students Shine in Water Conservation Poster Contest! π¨π§
In February, Water Wise Youth invited Sierra Vista-area students to participate in its annual Water Conservation Poster Contest, and the response was incredible! 132 entries came in from 19 teachers across 6 schools, showcasing students' creativity and commitment to water conservation.
12 talented SVUSD students will be recognized for their outstanding artwork at the April 10th Sierra Vista City Council meeting! πβ¨
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Huachuca Mountain Winners:
π¨ 3rd Grade (Ms. Fisher's class): π₯ Lily A | π₯ Evelyn Q | ποΈ Elizabeth M (Hon. Mention)
π¨ 4th Grade (Ms. Maxfield's class): π₯ Ryleigh H
π¨ 5th Grade (Ms. Sehnert's class): π₯ Calleigh B
π¨ 6th Grade (Ms. Nogales's class): π₯ Vivian M
π
Carmichael Winners:
π¨ 4th Grade (Mr. Collazo's class): π₯ Italia E | ποΈ James T (Hon. Mention)
π
Village Meadows Winners:
π¨ 5th Grade (Ms. Rojas's class): π₯ Kaytlin M | ποΈ Erene M (Hon. Mention)
π¨ 6th Grade (Ms. Cabrera's class): π Eli G (Grand Prize & 1st Place!) | ποΈ Hailey S (Hon. Mention)
The 2024 theme, "Keep Water Flowing, Keep Life Growing," celebrates April's Water Awareness Month π¦π±. The Grand Prize-winning poster will be framed and displayed at The Cove, and other winning posters will be showcased at the SV Public Library in May.
π’ All participants are also invited to a special pool party at The Cove! ππ
Amazing job, students! Your creativity and passion for conservation are truly inspiring! ππ #WaterWiseYouth #SVUSDProud #WaterAwarenessMonth





Students are doing a wonderful job with state testing! They are writing drafts, showing their work, and reading closely! This afternoon, we had some time for fun! April Fools!


π’ Reminder! Read Across America Night is THIS Wednesday! π’
Join us for Read Across America Night: Once Upon a Time β A Magical Journey Through Stories on Wednesday, April 2nd, from 4:00β5:30 PM at the Rothery Educational Center!
β¨ Play games
β¨ Get creative
β¨ Have fun
β¨ Take home a FREE book of your choice!
Don't miss this fun-filled night of reading and adventure! See you there! ππ #ReadAcrossAmerica #MagicalJourney #SVUSD



π Teacher Feature March: Ms. Leslie Cooley! π
Meet Ms. Leslie Cooley, one of our amazing 3rd grade teachers at Town & Country! Though this is her first year teaching 3rd grade, she brings 20+ years of experience in education, previously serving as a Title I & literacy interventionist and a Special Education para for 10 years.
π A Unique Teaching Approach!
Ms. Cooley and her colleague, Ms. Thuma, split subjects to enhance learningβMs. Cooley teaches math & science, while Ms. Thuma covers ELA, writing, and social studies.
π’ Multiplication Masters!
Her students are hard at work mastering multiplication tables, tracking their progress each week. Those who complete all 12 tables will celebrate with an ice cream party at the end of the year! π¦
π§ Daily Math Challenges & STEM Fun!
She keeps learning exciting with daily math challenges, where students solve word problems for PBIS points or small prizes. STEM Wednesdays bring hands-on activities like building the longest paper chain with only two sheets of paper, a ruler, and scissors!
πΆ Outside the Classroom
A Yuma native, Ms. Cooley loves traveling (Maine is a favorite spot! ππ―) and spending time with her mini schnauzers, Muffin & Milo. She even found a donut shop in Maine that makes potato donuts! π©
π¬ Principal Elson shares:
"Ms. Cooley exemplifies dedication, collaboration, and a passion for education. Her first-year achievements are extraordinary, and sheβs a tremendous asset to our school community."
We are so lucky to have Ms. Cooley at Town & Country! ππ #TeacherFeature #RoadrunnerPride #WeLoveOurTeachers #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict
