
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


πβ¨ Join Us for Read Across America Night: Once Upon a Time β A Magical Journey Through Stories! β¨π
Calling all PreK-8 families! πβ¨ Embark on a magical journey through stories at Read Across America Night: Once Upon a Time on Wednesday, April 2nd, from 4:00β5:30 PM at the Rothery Education Center!
π² Play games
π¨ Get creative
π Have fun
π Take home a FREE book of your choice!
Donβt miss this fun-filled night of reading and adventure! See you there! ππ #ReadAcrossAmerica #OnceUponATime #MagicalJourney #SVUSD



π JCMS Basketball Banquet Invitation! π
Calling all JCMS Boys & Girls Basketball players and their families! π Join us as we celebrate our incredible athletes at the Basketball Banquet on Friday, March 28th, from 6 PM to 9 PM at Manny's Farmers Market!
This event is organized as a potluck, so please check the flyer for details on what to bring. Letβs come together to honor our players and their hard work this season! ππ
π’ Donβt miss outβsee you there! ππ #JCMSBasketball #CelebrateOurAthletes


π’ Letβs Raise Some Dough for Buena Project Graduation! ππ
Join us at MOD Pizza on Thursday, March 27th, and support Buena Project Graduationβan incredible program that provides a safe, fun-filled graduation night for our seniors!
Did you know that every year, Project Graduation gives Buena graduates and their guests an unforgettable night with games, food, and amazing prizes? Graduates have the chance to win college supplies, themed gift baskets, and more!
Help us make this yearβs event a success! Bring your flyer or use fundraiser code MODGIVES20 on your online order and enjoy a delicious meal at MOD Pizza anytime on March 27thβ20% of your bill will go toward supporting our graduating Class of 2025!
Thank you for supporting our Buena graduates! ππ
#BuenaProjectGraduation #SupportOurSeniors #MODPizzaFundraiser #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou


π Congratulations to our Employees of the Quarter! π
We are proud to recognize Rhonda Greenberg and Samantha Alvarez from Village Meadows for their outstanding contributions! π
β¨ Rhonda Greenberg keeps Village Meadows running smoothly, always greeting students and families with a warm smile and supporting staff with a heart of gold. She is truly a hero on campus!
β¨ Samantha Alvarez builds strong connections with students, staff, and families. She is a source of encouragement and always goes the extra mile to ensure every student has the support they need to succeed.
Join us in celebrating these amazing staff members!
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDShoutOut


π’ JCMS Baseball Tryouts Update! βΎ
Attention all baseball-interested families! We were excited to see all our aspiring athletes today, but unfortunately, we have to cancel today's tryouts. π
The good news? Tryouts will resume on Thursday at 4:00 PMβwe canβt wait to see you there! π
Thank you for your understanding, and we appreciate your support!
#JCMSBaseball #GoCoyotes #TryoutsUpdate


πββοΈπ₯βΎ JCMS Sports Tryouts This Week! βΎπ₯πββοΈ
Welcome back from spring break! We hope you had a great and refreshing break because Track, Softball, and Baseball tryouts are happening this week at Joyce Clark Middle School!
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Tryout Dates: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
β° Time: 4:00 PM β 5:30 PM
π Location: JCMS Campus
Tryouts are open to all 6th graders at our elementary schools and JCMS students who are interested in joining a team! Be sure to check our website https://www.svusd68.org/o/jcms/page/athletics for all necessary forms and info, or call us at 520-515-8191
Letβs make it a great seasonβsee you on the field! ππΊ #JCMSports #FutureAthletes #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


π’ Update: Read Across America Night Rescheduled! π’
Due to the weather, Read Across America Night: Once Upon a Time β A Magical Journey Through Stories has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 2nd, from 4:00β5:30 PM at the Rothery Educational Center.
Join us for an evening of fun, games, and creativityβand donβt forget, every student takes home a FREE book! πβ¨
Thanks for your understandingβweβll see you on April 2nd! ππ« #ReadAcrossAmerica #MagicalJourney #SVUSD



πΈβ¨ Spring Break is Almost Here! β¨πΈ
Reminder: Friday, March 7th, is a half day at all SVUSD schools, and Spring Break is from March 10thβ14th! π
π₯ Buena High School: 10:30 AM release
π¦ Elementary Schools: 11:15 AM release
π§ Joyce Clark Middle School (JCMS): 12:30 PM release
We wish all our students, staff, and families a wonderful and relaxing break! Enjoy your time off, and weβll see you back refreshed and ready on Monday, March 17th! πβοΈ #SVUSDSpringBreak #RelaxAndRecharge #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict



πβ¨ Join Us for Read Across America Night: Once Upon a Time β A Magical Journey Through Stories! β¨π
Calling all PreK-8 families! πβ¨ Embark on a magical journey through stories at Read Across America Night: Once Upon a Time on Thursday, March 6th, from 4:00β5:30 PM at the Rothery Education Center!
π² Play games
π¨ Get creative
π Have fun
π Take home a FREE book of your choice!
Donβt miss this fun-filled night of reading and adventure! See you there! ππ #ReadAcrossAmerica #OnceUponATime #MagicalJourney #SVUSD



π Teacher Feature: Mrs. Jurik β A Kindergarten Legend! π
For 18 years, Mrs. Jurik has been a guiding light in the kindergarten classrooms of Village Meadowsβhelping little learners take their first big leap into education! π«β¨
To her, kindergarten is a world of discovery, and she loves watching her students grow from playful preschoolers into confident first graders. Her classroom, affectionately called the Puppy Pack, is a warm and nurturing space where every child feels valued and supportedβa perfect fit within the Wolf Pack family. πΎπ
Mrs. Jurik embraces hands-on learning and small-group centers, always looking for new ways to spark curiosity and excitement in her students. She credits much of her success to her incredible paraprofessional, Mrs. Urbina, who works closely alongside her. ππ¨π
Outside the classroom, sheβs a devoted grandmother, spending time at the Reid Park Zoo and Childrenβs Museum with her granddaughter. She enjoys knitting, reading, traveling, and family timeβand this year, sheβs preparing for an exciting new adventure: retirement! πβοΈ
Principal Mrs. Wambach describes her perfectly:
"Mrs. Jurik is more than a teacherβsheβs an icon, a leader, and a transformative force in the lives of young minds. She has become an integral part of Village Meadows, leaving a lasting impact on every student lucky enough to be in her 'Puppy Pack!'"
Though sheβll be stepping away from the classroom, her legacy will live on in the hearts of the many students, families, and colleagues she has touched. Thank you, Mrs. Jurik, for your years of dedication, love, and inspiration! ππΊ
Drop a ππΎ in the comments to celebrate Mrs. Jurikβs amazing career! #ThankYouMrsJurik #WolfPackForever #VillageMeadowsPride #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


πΆβ¨ Elementary Honor Band in Action! β¨πΆ
Check out our Elementary Honor Band hard at work, practicing under the guidance of our amazing band teachers, Ms. Sheridan and Mr. Galant! πΊπ₯ These talented young musicians are putting in the effort, and we canβt wait to hear them shine! ππΆ
π΅ Come see them perform! π΅ Join us for the FREE All SVUSD Band Concert on Wednesday, March 5th, at 7 PM and enjoy a night of incredible music from our talented student musicians! πΆ
#SVUSDHonorBand #FutureMusicians #PracticeMakesPerfect #SVUSDBandConcert #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrictπΌπ·


πΆβ¨ JCMS Band Concert β Youβre Invited! β¨πΆ
Come out and support our young musicians on Thursday, February 27th, at 6:30 PM in the JCMS Cafeteria! πΊπ₯π· Under the direction of Mrs. Lori Sheridan, our talented band students have been working hard to put on an unforgettable performance.
Donβt miss this chance to enjoy great music and cheer on our amazing artists! See you there! πΌπ #JCMSBand #SupportTheArts #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrictπΌπ·


ππ Join Us for Buena Theaterβs Production of Silent Sky! ππ
Buena Theater invites parents and the community to experience Silent Sky, the inspiring true story of Henrietta Leavitt and her groundbreaking discoveries at the Harvard Observatory. Watch as she and her team challenge the limits of early 20th-century astronomy, fighting for recognition in a world dominated by men.
Don't miss this incredible performance! β¨ Get your tickets now and witness history come to life on stage. ποΈ
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February 28th and March 1st , 7pm
π Klein Center for the Performing Arts
#BuenaTheater #SilentSky #SupportTheArts #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


π’ Enrollment Verification is Now Open! π’ SVUSD families, itβs time to verify your studentβs enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year! β
Did you know that SVUSD is an A-rated district by the state of Arizona? π Weβre proud of our commitment to excellence and invite you to continue being part of our thriving school community! ποΈ Now through April 30th, log in to ParentVue to complete the enrollment verification process. Itβs quick and easy! β Need help? Our SVUSD Welcome Center team is happy to assist you! Call (520) 515-2761 or email WelcomeCenter@svps.k12.az.us. Your participation helps us plan for another safe, successful, and enriching school year! π Thank you for being part of the SVUSD family! π #SVUSD #EnrollmentNowOpen #ARatedSchools #ExcellenceInEducation #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


π Buena Showcase Was a Huge Success! π
Last weekβs Buena Showcase was an amazing event! Incoming Buena students had a fantastic time exploring all the incredible opportunities Buena has to offer. From academic departments and CTE programs to clubs, athletics, and community resources, there was so much to see and learn! ππ€
Our students and teachers were there, ready to answer questions and help out, making sure everyone got a great look at what Buena is all about!
π‘ Missed out? No problem! Visit our website https://www.svusd68.org/o/bhs/page/incomingfreshmanclass for all the info you need or give us a call at 520-515-2820. Weβre happy to help!
#BuenaShowcase #FutureColts #OpportunityAwaits #BuenaPride #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict



π Good morning, SVUSD families!
Weβre wishing all our families and staff a wonderful long weekend! π Please note that in observance of Presidents Day, all SVUSD schools and offices will be closed on Monday, February 17th.
Enjoy the break, and weβll see you back on Tuesday! π #SVUSD #PresidentsDayWeekend
#EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict


π’TODAY Buena Showcase & Enrollment Fair β Discover the Best for Your Student! π’
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Wednesday, February 12 | 5 PM - 7 PM
π Buena High School
Is your student in 8th grade? Are you considering the best high school choice for their future? Donβt miss this incredible opportunity to see everything Buena High School has to offer! πβ¨
At the Buena Showcase & Enrollment Fair, youβll get a firsthand look at the top-notch academics, extracurricular activities, and career pathways that make Buena stand out.
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Meet dedicated teachers and staff who are ready to support your studentβs success
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Explore academic programs, clubs, sports, and fine arts opportunities
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Learn about AP courses, CTE pathways, and dual credit opportunities
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Discover how Buena prepares students for a bright futureβwhether it's college, career, or military
This is more than just an eventβitβs your chance to see why Buena is the top choice for high school! Bring your family, ask questions, and start planning for an amazing high school experience.
Please utilize the east student parking lot off of Fighting Colt Drive and enter the school using the east doors.
#BuenaShowcase #EnrollmentFair #FutureColts #ExcellenceInEducation #HighSchoolSuccess #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict



π Join Us for the Level Up: Rodeo! π€ π π
The SVUSD Therapy & Nursing Department invites you to a fun and engaging event designed to support children's development in all areas!
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Date: February 20th
β° Time: 4:00 PM β 6:00 PM
π Location: Rothery Education Center
Bring your child for hands-on activities that promote growth and learning, including:
βοΈ Prewriting readiness & pencil pressure techniques
π Feeding & communication strategies
π£οΈ Speech & language activities for clear communication
π§Ό Handwashing, brushing teeth, and more!
This is a fantastic opportunity for families to connect, learn, and have fun together. We canβt wait to see you there! π
#LevelUpRodeo #SVUSD #ChildDevelopment #TherapyAndNursing #FamilyFun #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict
