We’d like to take a moment to recognize our outstanding students and staff who were honored this past weekend at the 9th Annual Herald/Review Academic All Stars and Golden Apple Awards 🌟
We are incredibly proud of our Academic All Stars, scholarship recipients, and Golden Apple honorees. These recognitions highlight the hard work, dedication, and excellence happening across our district every day.
👏 Academic All Stars
Elle Mata – Buena High School (Junior)
Elora Chavez – Buena High School (Freshman)
Brilynn Gonzalez – Joyce Clark Middle School (8th Grade)
Brexen Bryson – Joyce Clark Middle School (7th Grade)
Tristyn McClinton – Pueblo Del Sol (6th Grade)
Vincent Turner – Carmichael (5th Grade)
Emma Villegas – Town & Country (5th Grade)
Declan Crossland – Village Meadows (2nd Grade)
🎓 2026 Scholarship Winners
Gretchyn Adams
Paige Goodman
Jason Janssen
Veronica Jimenez
Alannah Murphy
Calee Young
🍎 Golden Apple Honorees
Courtney Ochoa – Pueblo Del Sol Elementary
Kyle Dunlap – Joyce Clark Middle School
Michele Quinones – Village Meadows Elementary
Keri Muscarella – Town & Country Elementary
Laura Peters – Pueblo Del Sol Elementary
Cara Bush – Buena High School
Ryan Taylor – Buena High School
Stefanie Miller – Buena High School
✨ A special congratulations to our very own Laura Peters of Pueblo Del Sol Elementary, who was honored with the Crystal Apple Award on Saturday!
We are so proud of each of these individuals for their dedication, talent, and commitment to excellence. 💙
#SVUSD #AcademicExcellence #GoldenApple #StudentSuccess
We are incredibly proud of our Academic All Stars, scholarship recipients, and Golden Apple honorees. These recognitions highlight the hard work, dedication, and excellence happening across our district every day.
👏 Academic All Stars
Elle Mata – Buena High School (Junior)
Elora Chavez – Buena High School (Freshman)
Brilynn Gonzalez – Joyce Clark Middle School (8th Grade)
Brexen Bryson – Joyce Clark Middle School (7th Grade)
Tristyn McClinton – Pueblo Del Sol (6th Grade)
Vincent Turner – Carmichael (5th Grade)
Emma Villegas – Town & Country (5th Grade)
Declan Crossland – Village Meadows (2nd Grade)
🎓 2026 Scholarship Winners
Gretchyn Adams
Paige Goodman
Jason Janssen
Veronica Jimenez
Alannah Murphy
Calee Young
🍎 Golden Apple Honorees
Courtney Ochoa – Pueblo Del Sol Elementary
Kyle Dunlap – Joyce Clark Middle School
Michele Quinones – Village Meadows Elementary
Keri Muscarella – Town & Country Elementary
Laura Peters – Pueblo Del Sol Elementary
Cara Bush – Buena High School
Ryan Taylor – Buena High School
Stefanie Miller – Buena High School
✨ A special congratulations to our very own Laura Peters of Pueblo Del Sol Elementary, who was honored with the Crystal Apple Award on Saturday!
We are so proud of each of these individuals for their dedication, talent, and commitment to excellence. 💙
#SVUSD #AcademicExcellence #GoldenApple #StudentSuccess
🚍✨ Rolling in style!
Our Buena CTE students are hitting the road with a fresh new look! From competitions across the state to representing Buena with pride, they’re now traveling in style—and turning heads when they arrive. 😎
Our Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs are among the best in the state, and now our students can show it off before they even step off the bus.
👏 Huge shoutout to Wicket Limitz for the incredible wrap—this bus looks amazing!
🔍 Did you know?
Career and Technical Education (CTE) is designed to give high school students real-world experience, preparing them to enter the workforce right after graduation or continue in their field in college.
CTE is also a separately funded state program, which helps keep our classrooms up-to-date with the latest technology used in each industry.
Buena proudly offers more than 13 CTE programs, helping students build skills for their future—starting today.
Buena CTE Programs include:
Auto Technology & Collision
Culinary
EMS
Engineering
Film & TV Production
HVAC
JROTC
Law & Public Safety
Marketing
Nursing
Sports Medicine
Stagecraft
Welding
#CTE #BuenaHigh #CareerReady #StudentSuccess #CTEWorks
🎓✨ Join Us for the Buena High School College & Career Fair! ✨🎓
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 18th from 5:30–7:30 PM and come explore your future!
Students and families are invited to:
✔️ Discover college and university opportunities
✔️ Learn about careers right here in our community
✔️ Attend presentations on ACT/SAT testing
✔️ Get tips on applying for jobs
✔️ Find out how to pay for college
Whether you're just starting to think about your future or ready to take the next step, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to see you there!
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, March 18th from 5:30–7:30 PM and come explore your future!
Students and families are invited to:
✔️ Discover college and university opportunities
✔️ Learn about careers right here in our community
✔️ Attend presentations on ACT/SAT testing
✔️ Get tips on applying for jobs
✔️ Find out how to pay for college
Whether you're just starting to think about your future or ready to take the next step, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to see you there!
📢 Reminder, SVUSD Families!
Today is a Half Day for all schools.
⏰ Dismissal Times:
• Elementary Schools: 11:15 AM
• JCMS: 12:30 PM
• Buena: 10:30 AM
Have a safe and relaxing weekend, and enjoy Spring Break next week! ☀️🌴
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to school on Monday, March 16th. 🎒📚
Today is a Half Day for all schools.
⏰ Dismissal Times:
• Elementary Schools: 11:15 AM
• JCMS: 12:30 PM
• Buena: 10:30 AM
Have a safe and relaxing weekend, and enjoy Spring Break next week! ☀️🌴
We can’t wait to welcome everyone back to school on Monday, March 16th. 🎒📚
🎓 Welcome Future Colts! 🎓
Yesterday we had the pleasure of welcoming the incoming Class of 2030 as our Joyce Clark Middle School 8th graders visited Buena High School for a special campus tour and celebration!
Students enjoyed lunch on campus and were treated to incredible performances by Buena’s Choir, Band, Milk Carton Improv Troupe, and the JROTC Rifle Team. They also toured the school alongside our Buena Thespian students, who shared what life at Buena is really like.
Throughout the visit, students heard directly from Buena students about CTE programs, clubs, and opportunities, were cheered on by the Buena Cheer Squad, and had some fun playing games with Student Council to win some Buena swag!
A big thank you to the staff and students from Joyce Clark Middle School for joining us yesterday. We loved hosting you and can’t wait to officially welcome the Class of 2030 to Buena High School next year! 🎉
#SVUSDProud #FutureColts #ClassOf2030 #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou
Yesterday we had the pleasure of welcoming the incoming Class of 2030 as our Joyce Clark Middle School 8th graders visited Buena High School for a special campus tour and celebration!
Students enjoyed lunch on campus and were treated to incredible performances by Buena’s Choir, Band, Milk Carton Improv Troupe, and the JROTC Rifle Team. They also toured the school alongside our Buena Thespian students, who shared what life at Buena is really like.
Throughout the visit, students heard directly from Buena students about CTE programs, clubs, and opportunities, were cheered on by the Buena Cheer Squad, and had some fun playing games with Student Council to win some Buena swag!
A big thank you to the staff and students from Joyce Clark Middle School for joining us yesterday. We loved hosting you and can’t wait to officially welcome the Class of 2030 to Buena High School next year! 🎉
#SVUSDProud #FutureColts #ClassOf2030 #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou
Join us for TWO incredible nights of music featuring our amazing SVUSD student musicians! 🎶✨
🎺 All District Band Concert
📅 Wednesday, March 4
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Klein Center for the Performing Arts
🎤 All District Choir Concert
📅 Thursday, March 5
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Klein Center for the Performing Arts
Both concerts are FREE and open to the community! Come celebrate the talent, dedication, and hard work of our students from across the district.
We can’t wait to see you there for two unforgettable nights of music! 🎼👏
🎺 All District Band Concert
📅 Wednesday, March 4
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Klein Center for the Performing Arts
🎤 All District Choir Concert
📅 Thursday, March 5
🕖 7:00 PM
📍 Klein Center for the Performing Arts
Both concerts are FREE and open to the community! Come celebrate the talent, dedication, and hard work of our students from across the district.
We can’t wait to see you there for two unforgettable nights of music! 🎼👏
✨🪄 Wands up, SVUSD! The stage is set and the magic is real!
Our Buena Fine Arts Production students are bringing the wizarding world to life with **Harry Potter and the Cursed Child** — and you’re invited to step beyond Platform 9¾ for a night of adventure, friendship, and a little theatrical mischief! ⚡🎭
📅 February 27 & 28
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Klein Center for the Performing Arts at Buena High School
🎟 Tickets: $7(online or cash at the door)
Expect spellbinding scenes, incredible student talent, and moments that will leave you cheering louder than a Quidditch final! 🧹💫 Grab your friends, wear your house colors, and join us for an unforgettable evening of magic on stage.
✨ Mischief managed… until curtain call! #BuenaFineArts #StageMagic #WizardingWorld
Our Buena Fine Arts Production students are bringing the wizarding world to life with **Harry Potter and the Cursed Child** — and you’re invited to step beyond Platform 9¾ for a night of adventure, friendship, and a little theatrical mischief! ⚡🎭
📅 February 27 & 28
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Klein Center for the Performing Arts at Buena High School
🎟 Tickets: $7(online or cash at the door)
Expect spellbinding scenes, incredible student talent, and moments that will leave you cheering louder than a Quidditch final! 🧹💫 Grab your friends, wear your house colors, and join us for an unforgettable evening of magic on stage.
✨ Mischief managed… until curtain call! #BuenaFineArts #StageMagic #WizardingWorld
Recently, our School Safety Officer at Carmichael Elementary School spent time with our 5th and 6th grade students talking about careers in school safety and law enforcement. Students asked thoughtful, insightful questions and were genuinely engaged in the discussion — a true reflection of their curiosity and excitement about future opportunities.
We are incredibly thankful for our strong partnership with the Sierra Vista Police Department and the Cochise County Sheriff's Office for supporting this program and investing in our students. Together, we are building relationships, inspiring futures, and keeping our campuses safe. 💙
We are incredibly thankful for our strong partnership with the Sierra Vista Police Department and the Cochise County Sheriff's Office for supporting this program and investing in our students. Together, we are building relationships, inspiring futures, and keeping our campuses safe. 💙
🍕🎓 Support Project Graduation – Class of 2026! 🎓🍕
Our graduating seniors at Buena High School are looking forward to Project Graduation — an all-night, safe, and FREE celebration honoring the Class of 2026! This incredible event is made possible by our community, and they need our support to make it unforgettable.
📅 February 19
📍 MOD Pizza - Sierra Vista
Dine at MOD Pizza and show the attached flyer when you order — a portion of the proceeds will benefit Project Graduation!
Let’s come together to celebrate our seniors and support a safe, fun night they’ll always remember. 💛🖤
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #ClassOf2026 #SupportOurSeniors
Our graduating seniors at Buena High School are looking forward to Project Graduation — an all-night, safe, and FREE celebration honoring the Class of 2026! This incredible event is made possible by our community, and they need our support to make it unforgettable.
📅 February 19
📍 MOD Pizza - Sierra Vista
Dine at MOD Pizza and show the attached flyer when you order — a portion of the proceeds will benefit Project Graduation!
Let’s come together to celebrate our seniors and support a safe, fun night they’ll always remember. 💛🖤
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #ClassOf2026 #SupportOurSeniors
❤️🤍💙Presidents Day Closure Reminder❤️🤍💙
All schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.
We look forward to welcoming students and staff back on Tuesday, February 17th. Enjoy the long weekend! ❤️🤍💙
#SVUSD #PresidentsDay #AchievingExcellenceTogether
All schools and district offices will be closed on Monday, February 16th in observance of Presidents Day.
We look forward to welcoming students and staff back on Tuesday, February 17th. Enjoy the long weekend! ❤️🤍💙
#SVUSD #PresidentsDay #AchievingExcellenceTogether
What a fun and delicious day at Huachuca Mountain Elementary School! 🍕🎉
Students had an incredible time participating in our Food Service SFE Roving Chef Day, where they rolled up their sleeves and stepped into the kitchen to help make fresh pizzas to share with their classmates. From spreading sauce to sprinkling cheese, our young chefs got a hands-on look at what it takes to prepare meals for our schools!
Even our Superintendent, Terri Romo, joined in on the fun and helped out in the kitchen — proving once again that we are truly Achieving Excellence Together.
To top it all off, lunch turned into a full-on celebration with a dance party alongside the SFE chef mascots! 💃🕺 The smiles, laughter, and school spirit filled the cafeteria from wall to wall.
Thank you to our amazing Food Service team and SFE partners for creating such a memorable experience for our students. At Huachuca Mountain Elementary School, learning happens everywhere — even in the kitchen! 👩🍳👨🍳
Students had an incredible time participating in our Food Service SFE Roving Chef Day, where they rolled up their sleeves and stepped into the kitchen to help make fresh pizzas to share with their classmates. From spreading sauce to sprinkling cheese, our young chefs got a hands-on look at what it takes to prepare meals for our schools!
Even our Superintendent, Terri Romo, joined in on the fun and helped out in the kitchen — proving once again that we are truly Achieving Excellence Together.
To top it all off, lunch turned into a full-on celebration with a dance party alongside the SFE chef mascots! 💃🕺 The smiles, laughter, and school spirit filled the cafeteria from wall to wall.
Thank you to our amazing Food Service team and SFE partners for creating such a memorable experience for our students. At Huachuca Mountain Elementary School, learning happens everywhere — even in the kitchen! 👩🍳👨🍳
✨ Student Voices Making an Impact! ✨
During a recent visit to Sierra Vista, Governor Katie Hobbs had the opportunity to meet with the Cochise County Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council — a dynamic group of student leaders representing schools across the county.
We are especially proud that SIX SVUSD students serve on this council:
🍎 Trevor F. from Town & Country Elementary
📘 Sadie M. from JCMS
🎓 Mirabella C., Greta S., Jason Y., and Veronica J. from Buena
A special congratulations to Veronica J., who serves as the Council’s President, and Jason Y., who serves as Vice President! 👏
Students shared what it’s like to attend school in Cochise County and discussed their ideas and vision for the future with Governor Hobbs. Their thoughtful insights, leadership, and commitment to improving their schools and communities truly represent the best of SVUSD.
We are incredibly proud of these students for stepping up, speaking out, and helping shape the future. 💙
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #StudentLeadership #SVUSD #EmpoweringYou
During a recent visit to Sierra Vista, Governor Katie Hobbs had the opportunity to meet with the Cochise County Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council — a dynamic group of student leaders representing schools across the county.
We are especially proud that SIX SVUSD students serve on this council:
🍎 Trevor F. from Town & Country Elementary
📘 Sadie M. from JCMS
🎓 Mirabella C., Greta S., Jason Y., and Veronica J. from Buena
A special congratulations to Veronica J., who serves as the Council’s President, and Jason Y., who serves as Vice President! 👏
Students shared what it’s like to attend school in Cochise County and discussed their ideas and vision for the future with Governor Hobbs. Their thoughtful insights, leadership, and commitment to improving their schools and communities truly represent the best of SVUSD.
We are incredibly proud of these students for stepping up, speaking out, and helping shape the future. 💙
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #StudentLeadership #SVUSD #EmpoweringYou
For Arizona’s birthday celebration, our PDS kindergarten students became junior researchers as they explored the amazing animals that call
⏰ Reminder: Buena Showcase Night is February 11! 🎓
8th grade students, families, and anyone considering a new high school — we hope to see you Wednesday from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Buena High School!
Come explore everything Buena has to offer, including:
⭐ 15 Career & Technical Education programs (many top in the state)
⭐ Dual college enrollment, Honors & AP courses
⭐ Strong fine arts academics with 5 choirs and 5 bands
⭐ 21 athletic programs and a wide variety of student clubs
Meet students and staff, tour the campus, and see why Buena High School is considered the best high school in Sierra Vista.
📍 Buena High School
📅 February 11
⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
We can’t wait to see you there!
8th grade students, families, and anyone considering a new high school — we hope to see you Wednesday from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Buena High School!
Come explore everything Buena has to offer, including:
⭐ 15 Career & Technical Education programs (many top in the state)
⭐ Dual college enrollment, Honors & AP courses
⭐ Strong fine arts academics with 5 choirs and 5 bands
⭐ 21 athletic programs and a wide variety of student clubs
Meet students and staff, tour the campus, and see why Buena High School is considered the best high school in Sierra Vista.
📍 Buena High School
📅 February 11
⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
We can’t wait to see you there!
⏰🚨 Early Dismissal Reminder! 🚨⏰
It’s a half day at our elementary schools today!
🕚 Release time: 11:15 AM
This early release allows our sites to host Parent-Teacher Conferences—thank you for being such an important part of our school community! 💙🏫
It’s a half day at our elementary schools today!
🕚 Release time: 11:15 AM
This early release allows our sites to host Parent-Teacher Conferences—thank you for being such an important part of our school community! 💙🏫
🎓 You’re Invited to Buena High School Showcase Night! 🎓
Calling all 8th grade students and families—and anyone considering a new high school! Join us on Wednesday, February 11, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. for Buena High School Showcase Night.
Explore everything Buena has to offer, including:
⭐ 15 Career & Technical Education programs (many among the best in the state)
⭐ Dual college enrollment, Honors & AP courses
⭐ Award-winning fine arts programs with 5 bands and 5 choirs
⭐ 21 athletic programs and a wide variety of student clubs
Hear directly from students, tour the campus, and discover why Buena High School is considered the best high school in Sierra Vista. We can’t wait to welcome you!
📍 Buena High School
📅 February 11 | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
Dear Town & Country and JCMS Families,
Town & Country Elementary and JCMS are currently experiencing an outage affecting both our phone and internet systems. While these services are down, staff are still on site and school is continuing as normal.
If you need to reach the school during this time, please come directly to the front office. We will let families know as soon as service has been restored.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
Town & Country Elementary and JCMS are currently experiencing an outage affecting both our phone and internet systems. While these services are down, staff are still on site and school is continuing as normal.
If you need to reach the school during this time, please come directly to the front office. We will let families know as soon as service has been restored.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
🐝✨ Spelling Bee Champions! ✨🐝
We are so proud of all of our incredible spellers who competed in this year’s school spelling bees—what an amazing display of hard work and talent!
🎉 Congratulations to our district winners:
🥇 1st Place: Alivia, 4th grade – Village Meadows
🥈2nd Place: Emma, 5th grade – Town & Country
🥉 3rd Place: Keira, 5th grade – Village Meadows
Alivia and Emma will go on to represent SVUSD at the County Spelling Bee on February 7th! 🐝📚
Congrats to all our amazing spellers, and best of luck to Alivia and Emma—we’ll be cheering you on! 💙🎉 #AchievingExcellenceTogether
We are so proud of all of our incredible spellers who competed in this year’s school spelling bees—what an amazing display of hard work and talent!
🎉 Congratulations to our district winners:
🥇 1st Place: Alivia, 4th grade – Village Meadows
🥈2nd Place: Emma, 5th grade – Town & Country
🥉 3rd Place: Keira, 5th grade – Village Meadows
Alivia and Emma will go on to represent SVUSD at the County Spelling Bee on February 7th! 🐝📚
Congrats to all our amazing spellers, and best of luck to Alivia and Emma—we’ll be cheering you on! 💙🎉 #AchievingExcellenceTogether
Dear SVUSD Families,
We are excited to invite you to Talk with Terri, a special community listening event with Superintendent Terri Romo.
Thursday, January 29
5:00–6:00 PM
Rothery Education Conference Room
This event is not a presentation or formal meeting—it is a listening tour designed specifically for Superintendent Romo to hear directly from our families. This is an opportunity for parents and guardians to share their questions, concerns, experiences, and ideas as we work together to support students and strengthen our schools.
Superintendent Romo’s priority is to listen, learn, and better understand what matters most to you. Your voice is important, and your feedback will help inform the future of Sierra Vista Unified School District.
Everyone is welcome, and we encourage all families to attend and take part in this open, welcoming conversation about our schools, our community, and our future.
We hope you will join us for this important opportunity to be heard.
We are excited to invite you to Talk with Terri, a special community listening event with Superintendent Terri Romo.
Thursday, January 29
5:00–6:00 PM
Rothery Education Conference Room
This event is not a presentation or formal meeting—it is a listening tour designed specifically for Superintendent Romo to hear directly from our families. This is an opportunity for parents and guardians to share their questions, concerns, experiences, and ideas as we work together to support students and strengthen our schools.
Superintendent Romo’s priority is to listen, learn, and better understand what matters most to you. Your voice is important, and your feedback will help inform the future of Sierra Vista Unified School District.
Everyone is welcome, and we encourage all families to attend and take part in this open, welcoming conversation about our schools, our community, and our future.
We hope you will join us for this important opportunity to be heard.
Today we celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 🌈
He taught us to be kind, fair, and to stand up for what is right.
Let’s remember his dream by using our words to help, our actions to care, and our hearts to include everyone. 💙
We hope everyone enjoys their day off, and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back at school tomorrow! 😊
