Sierra Vista Unified School District

🎉📚 SVUSD is rocking dedication with the best educators! The Sierra Vista Herald just announced the Best Educators of Sierra Vista 2024, and we are thrilled to share that Elizabeth Jimenez, our Carmichael Principal, received top honors! 🏆✨ Leslie Nogales, Huachuca Mountain's amazing 6th-grade teacher, came in third! 🥉👏 We love all our educators and are so grateful for Mrs. Jimenez's spirit and positivity that she brings to Carmichael with her motto, "Yes, you can!" 🌟💪 Go Carmichael Bears, and congratulations to Mrs. Jimenez and Mrs. Nogales! SVUSD is all about empowering you! 🎊🍎 #SVUSDStrong #EmpoweringYou #YesYouCan

All district and school offices will be closed on Monday, September 2nd in honor of Labor Day. Please have a safe and happy holiday weekend.

This Friday, August 30th is a half day at all SVUSD schools. Please note that all students will be released by the half day schedule. Buena High School at 10:30 am, all elementary schools at 11:15 am, and Joyce Clark Middle School at 12:30 pm. Have a wonderful long weekend!

🌟 SVUSD was teeming with activity last week! 🌟 Huachuca Mountain and PDS were delighted with the incredible parent participation at their Curriculum Nights. Parents had the chance to meet the teachers, learn about the curriculum, and ask important questions about their child's education. We appreciate your involvement and support! 💡📚 At Huachuca Mountain, parents also got to meet community organizations that offer after-school support, including tutoring, clubs, and our Education Foundation, which provides grants to our staff. Thank you to all the volunteers who joined us! 🤝✨ Bella Vista hosted its first Title I Night, where parents met Principal Ms. Bland and learned about the fantastic support available through our Title I programs, helping our Bobcats achieve great success! 📖🐾 On Friday, the Huachuca Mountain Bolts celebrated this year's first STORM the HALLS event, recognizing amazing accomplishments in the first month of school. They also held their first PBIS assembly, introducing our new anti-bullying program, which is taught in all SVUSD schools, with the help of the Buena SLAC team (Student Leadership Athletic Class). ⚡️🚫👊 Carmichael held its first book fair, proudly supported by officers from SVPD. Thank you for your support! 📚👮‍♂️ Buena High School is excited to kick off fall sports, showcasing our Girls Volleyball, Cheer, and Football teams! 🏐🏈 This week, our athletes in golf, girls' volleyball, football, and cross country start their first matches. Good luck to all our athletes! 🍀🏆 Village Meadows 4th grade is holding their first Parent Information Night on Thursday. Pueblo Del Sol PTO is hosting a "Wear Your Favorite Hat" fundraiser on the same day! 🧢📅 🗓️ Reminder: Friday is a half-day for all SVUSD schools! Dismissal times are as follows: Elementary Schools: 11:15 AM Buena High: 10:30 AM JCMS: 12:30 PM We wish all SVUSD families a happy holiday weekend! 🎉

Today, Wednesday the 21st is an early release day at all SVUSD schools. Elementary School parents, please remember school ends at 12:45 pm today. Middle School ends at 2:15 pm and Buena High School at noon. Thank you for your ongoing support!

Our schools have been buzzing with activity! 🎉 Last week, Buena hosted a fantastic Open House where parents and students had the opportunity to tour the campus, meet teachers, and learn more about their classes. 🏫 Buena and JCMS also kicked off fall sports tryouts, welcoming new teams for Cross Country and Girls Volleyball (JCMS), and Swim, Girls Volleyball, Boys and Girls Golf, and Girls Flag Football at Buena. 🏅 Here's to a great season ahead! PDS and Town and Country PTOs held their first fundraisers of the year at Peter Piper Pizza, bringing families together for fun and community-building. 🍕❤️ Don’t miss out on this week’s events at your school: Huachuca Mountain: Curriculum Night is tomorrow from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Pueblo Del Sol: Curriculum Night is also tomorrow for Kindergarten through 3rd grade, and on Thursday for 4th through 6th grade. Bella Vista: Join us for the Bella Vista Showcase and Meet the Principal Night on Thursday, the 22nd, from 5 PM to 6:30 PM. Village Meadows: PTO will be fundraising at Peter Piper Pizza on the 21st. Carmichael: Kicking off the year with their first Bookfair. JCMS: The Builders Club has their first meeting on Tuesday after school. Wishing everyone a wonderful week ahead! 🌟

Today, Wednesday the 14th is an early release day at all SVUSD schools. Elementary School parents, please remember school ends at 12:45 pm today. Middle School ends at 2:15 pm and Buena High School at noon. Thank you for your support!

🎉 SVUSD is thrilled to see all the smiling faces of our students, families, and staff on campus! 🎒 We've kicked off the school year strong with some fantastic events already! Last week, Carmichael Elementary School hosted their first Title I Night—an excellent opportunity to learn about how Title I programs can support each student's academic growth. Plus, it was a wonderful evening where students received free backpacks and lunch bags, thanks to Sierra Evangelical Lutheran Church! 🎁📚 Over at JCMS, students are already diving into their math classes with engaging peer and team-building strategies. 🧮✏️ Middle school families also had the chance to visit the JCMS campus and meet all the teachers—we're so grateful to see how many families took advantage of this opportunity. 🏫👋 This week, we've got even more exciting events lined up: Tomorrow, Wednesday: Open House at Buena High School from 5 PM to 7 PM. Families can walk through according to their schedule and meet the teachers. 🕔🏫 Tonight: Town and Country PTO is hosting their first fundraiser at Peter Piper Pizza, and tomorrow, the PDS Dust Devil PTO is having theirs too! 🍕🎉 Come out, meet other parents, and support your school's PTO! Let’s keep the momentum going, SVUSD! 💪✨

🎉 Buena Open House 🎉 📅 Date: August 14th ⏰ Time: 5 PM - 7 PM 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Buena students and their families will have the chance to explore all of their student’s classrooms! 📚 Get an overview of the curriculum, meet the teachers, and check out the classrooms for each period. 📝 Families will follow their student’s schedule and travel to each class. 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ 👀 See you on Wednesday! ✨

Today, Wednesday the 7th is an early release day at all SVUSD schools. Elementary School parents, please remember school ends at 12:45 pm today. Middle School ends at 2:15 pm and Buena High School at noon. Thank you for your support!

Dear SVUSD, We are pleased to inform you that phone and internet services have been fully restored at all our sites. Our office staff is currently working hard to catch up on calls and emails, and we kindly ask for your patience as they manage the backlog. Thank you for your understanding and support.

Good Morning SVUSD, All phone and internet services are down district wide. School and district offices cannot make or receive phone calls or email as this time. Our IT department, and the proper providers, are working to resolve the issue as soon as possible. As soon as service is restored we will send you an update. Thank you for your patience as we fix this issue.

📢 Attention JCMS Families! 📢 Join us for our Open House at JCMS on August 7th from 5 PM to 6 PM! 🎉 Come and meet our wonderful staff, take a tour of our campus, chat with the PTO, and enjoy a performance by our JCMS band! 🎶🎺 We’re excited to welcome you to JCMS and look forward to seeing you there! 👋✨ #JCMS #OpenHouse #BackToSchool

Don't miss out! Join us tomorrow for our first Title I Night at Carmichael! 📚✨ Tomorrow Tuesday, August 6th, from 4 PM to 5:15 PM, learn about our Title I programs and how they can benefit your child. It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow students and families 👪, and you can also pick up a new backpack 🎒 generously donated by Sierra Evangelical Church. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow at Carmichael! 😊

🍦🎵 Come out today between 3 PM and 7 PM and join the Buena Bands Booster Club at Julie and Sammy's Ice Cream Parlor to support the Buena Bands! 🎷🎺 Enjoy some delicious ice cream while supporting our amazing bands! 🎉 #SupportTheBand #BuenaBands #IceCreamAndMusic

Dear SVUSD Families, We wanted to update you about several new initiatives and changes in our transportation department. As we work to improve our services, we are experiencing some growing pains with these new features, and we appreciate your understanding and patience. Student Tracking: We are excited to announce a new student tracking system that logs students on and off the bus using their new RFID student IDs. This system will allow you to track your child's bus and receive notifications if there are any issues. Currently, we are in the initial phase of this rollout and will provide updated information as the system becomes fully operational. IDs will be assigned at the school sites in the coming days, so please remind your student of the importance of keeping their ID safe and not losing it. New Routes: We have heard your concerns regarding the Palominas-BHS routes. Due to budget constraints and other factors, Palominas could not provide routes for high school students this year. As a solution, SVUSD has agreed to partially fund these routes. We prioritized student transportation to relieve the burden on parents. Please note that we do not receive State funding for these routes. Routing Software: We recently implemented new routing software, which inadvertently assigned too many students to certain routes. We are actively working to fix these issues and assure you they will be resolved promptly. Drivers have been instructed not to operate a route if the bus is over capacity. In such cases, an overflow bus will be dispatched to pick up additional students, which may cause delays. We are reviewing and adjusting routes, so your student may have a new route in the future. Transportation Changes: To streamline communication, please note that any transportation changes made at your student's school after 12 PM will not be effective until the second business day. We are committed to providing safe and efficient transportation for all students and thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this transition period. Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns. Best regards, SVUSD Transportation

Dear Parents, We wanted to inform you that JCMS bus routes will be running approximately 45-50 minutes late today. This delay is due to mishaps on the first day of school and elementary schools delaying release due to lightning. Thank you for your understanding and patience. Sincerely, JCMS

Join us for an open house to learn about the exciting ASU Prep Global Academy at Sierra Vista, powered by ASU Prep Global! This innovative program offers a unique blend of high-quality digital learning and local community engagement, providing students with personalized education and vibrant extracurricular opportunities. Come to the Rothery Education Center Conference Room on Thursday, August 1st, from 5-7pm. From 5-6pm, we'll welcome existing ASU Online students transitioning to the new program, and from 6-7pm, we'll introduce new families to the ASU Cyber Academy at Sierra Vista. Don’t miss this chance to explore how our program can enrich your child's educational journey!

Dear Parents and Guardians, We are pleased to inform you that the lightning has passed, and students are now being released to ride the bus or walk home. Earlier today, due to adverse weather conditions and the presence of lightning in a 10-mile area, we implemented a delayed dismissal procedure at all of our elementary. The safety of our students is of paramount importance, and we took these precautions to ensure their well-being. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these weather-related delays. Your child's safety is our top priority, and we are committed to making informed decisions that ensure their well-being. Thank you for your consideration and support.

Dear Parents and Guardians, Due to adverse weather conditions and the presence of lightning in a 10 mile area, we will be implementing a delayed dismissal procedure today at all of our elementary schools. The safety of our students is of paramount importance, and we are taking these precautions to ensure their well-being. During delayed dismissal all students who ride the bus or walk home will be kept in the school until the lightning has passed. Parents are welcome to pick up their students by coming to the office to sign them out. Please bring a photo ID with you to the office. We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation during these weather-related delays. Your child's safety is our top priority, and we are committed to making informed decisions that ensure their well-being. Thank you for your consideration and support.