Buena High School

🚨 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! ❄️

Attention Buena Students And Families! We’re excited to announce that the Buena Counseling Department is offering ASVAB testing in February and March! The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a standardized test designed to help students discover their strengths, aptitudes, and potential career paths—including opportunities in the military. Important Details: ✔️ Who can take the test? All 10th, 11th, and 12th graders ✔️ Cost: Free! ✔️ How to sign up: Students can register using this link https://forms.gle/oYhWpwGUz6FUp9Yi9 This is a great chance for students to explore their skills and career options. For more information, feel free to contact the Buena Counseling Department on our website! https://www.svusd68.org/o/bhs/page/counseling-department #ASVABTesting #StudentOpportunities #BuenaPride #EmpoweringYou ##SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎉 Thank You to Our Outgoing Board Members! 🎉 We want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Yulonda Boutte and Kale Kiyabu for their dedicated service to our district. 🕊️ Yulonda Boutte has been a steadfast advocate for our students, families, and community throughout her 8 years on the Governing Board. Her leadership and commitment have left a lasting impact. 🌟 Kale Kiyabu, who joined us in January 2023, has brought fresh perspectives and unwavering dedication to supporting our schools and students. Your contributions have made a difference, and we are deeply appreciative of your service. Thank you for helping us achieve excellence together! 💙✨ #ThankYou #BoardService #AchievingExcellenceTogether

✨ From all of us at SVUSD, we wish our incredible staff and families a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful winter break! ❄️ May your holiday season be filled with joy, love, and relaxation. We look forward to seeing you in 2025 for another fantastic year together! 🎉 #MerryChristmas #HappyHolidays #SVUSDFamily #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎉👏 Shoutout to our amazing Student Council! 👏🎉 As part of their community service project, our dedicated student leaders raised an incredible $1,235 for the Forgach House! 💛 Last week, they proudly presented the check to this vital organization, which provides support and services for families in need. This act of kindness reflects the heart of our students and their commitment to making a difference. 🌟 Together, we're showing how much #AchievingExcellenceTogether truly means. #CommunityService #StudentLeadership #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProud

🎶✨ What an incredible night at the Buena Band Concert! Our talented Jazz Band, Symphonic Band, Marching Colts, and Show Band filled the air with holiday cheer, playing all the classic favorites and even some new ones to love. 🎄🎷🎺 The highlight of the evening? A magical rendition of “’Twas the Night Before Christmas” with a very special guest! Thank you, Mayor McCaa, for joining us and bringing the story to life while the band added their signature musical flair. 🌟🎅 Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the season with us. Your support means the world to our students and program. ❤️🎵 #BuenaBand #HolidayConcert #AchievingExcellenceTogether #SVUSD 🎶✨

📣 Exciting News! A huge thank you to the Military Officer's Association of America (MOAA) for their generous donation of $1,000 to support Buena High School's JROTC program! 🎖️💙 This contribution will directly benefit our cadets, helping them excel in leadership, discipline, and teamwork. We are so grateful for the unwavering support from our incredible community. Together, we are building a brighter future! #ThankYouMOAA #JROTC #CommunitySupport #AchievingExcellenceTogether

🎄✨ Our amazing Buena Vocational Students have been hard at work spreading holiday cheer for Buena teachers! They've created stunning wreaths displayed in the hallways and crafted special projects as heartfelt gifts. ❤️ They even decorated a beautiful Christmas tree outside the cafeteria with unique, sublimated ornaments made exclusively for our dedicated teachers. These one-of-a-kind creations are a token of appreciation for all they do! 🌟 We’re so proud of our talented students for their creativity and generosity. Join us in celebrating their hard work this holiday season. 🎁 Merry Christmas! 🎅🎄 #HolidayJoy #StudentCreativity #BuenaistheBest

Mrs. Matthias is more than a teacher—she’s an inspiration and a treasure in the Carmichael Elementary community. A Sierra Vista native, she attended Bella Vista and Village Meadows, graduated from Buena High School, and earned her degree from the University of Arizona. Now, she gives back to the community that shaped her with remarkable creativity and heart. In her fifth-grade classroom, Mrs. Matthias brings learning to life with innovative, hands-on activities. Inspired by her love for Dungeons & Dragons, she creates mini-adventures that foster critical thinking and engagement. Her passion for reading helps her students explore worlds beyond screens. Currently, her class is immersed in the Percy Jackson series, sparking excitement for books and lifelong learning. Beyond academics, Mrs. Matthias emphasizes life skills. She founded an after-school Cooking Club, teaching students to measure ingredients, read recipes, practice table etiquette, and prepare meals like cookies from scratch and fettuccine alfredo. In class, students manage “jobs,” earn “salaries,” and pay “rent,” gaining real-world skills in a fun, structured way. Her classroom is a family built on trust, respect, and teamwork. Activities like “Camping Day” reward good behavior with creative projects like writing spooky stories and making s’mores, fostering a strong sense of community. Mrs. Matthias credits her high school teacher, Mrs. Henderson, for inspiring her love of reading and education. Today, she empowers her students to dream big and achieve their potential. Principal Jimenez shares, “Mrs. Matthias is exceptional. Her innovative methods, trusting relationships, and dedication create a positive environment where students thrive academically and personally. She’s truly inspiring.” Outside of school, Mrs. Matthias is a loving wife and mom to two boys, ages 4 and 9. Her older son proudly attends Carmichael, continuing the family’s legacy. Thank you, Mrs. Matthias, for your passion and dedication. You’re shaping the future and making a lasting difference! 💛 #CarmichaelProud #TeacherFeature #SVUSDProud #InspiredLearning #CommunityRoots #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

📢 Reminder for SVUSD Families! As we head into winter break, please note that Friday, December 20th is a half day for all SVUSD schools: 🕥 Buena High School: 10:30 AM release 🕦 Elementary Schools: 11:15 AM release 🕧 JCMS: 12:30 PM release 🌟 We wish all our students, families, and staff a wonderful winter break filled with joy, relaxation, and time to recharge. 🎄❄️ SVUSD offices will be closed from December 23rd to January 3rd, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back in 2025 on Monday, January 6th! 💙 Thank you to our incredible teachers, staff, families, and community for your ongoing support. We are so grateful for all that you do to make our district amazing! Enjoy the break—you’ve earned it! 🛋️ #SVUSD #WinterBreak #GratefulCommunity #SeeYouIn2025 #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎁🍬 Sweeten Your Holidays with See's Candy! 🍬🎁 Support Buena Student Council by participating in our See's Candy Fundraiser! 🌟 Shop your favorite treats and help us fund student activities and initiatives. 🛒 Order by December 31st at the link below: 👉 https://www.yumraising.com/secure/buenahs_buena_student_council20/EllEll8912/candy Thank you for supporting our students! Together, we’re making a difference. 💙 #BuenaStudentCouncil #Fundraiser #SeesCandy #SweetSupport

Last Week the 6th and 3rd-grade classes at Town and Country experienced a magical treat, thanks to the generosity and creativity of the Buena Culinary Chapter of FCCLA! Both the chef classes at Buena High School took the holiday spirit a step further by baking a 2D gingerbread house for each student. The High School students then brought the festive cheer to the elementary school, joining forces with the students to decorate the gingerbread houses. Each Roadrunner received their decorating supplies, including frosting, gum drops, teddy grahams, marshmallows, candy canes, and more. A heartfelt thank you to all the Town and Country teachers, students, and their Principal for allowing our Buena Culinary students to connect with our local youth through their FCCLA community outreach project.

🎉🌟 Final Spirit Week is Here! 🌟🎉 Get ready to show your school spirit as we celebrate our last Spirit Week of the year! Here’s what’s happening each day: 📅 Monday: Wear your flannel and stay cozy! 📅 Tuesday: It's Grinch Day—wear green! 💚 📅 Wednesday: Grab a friend for Twin Day! 👯‍♀️👯‍♂️ 📅 Thursday: We're "leaving" for vacation—rock your Hawaiian gear! 🌺🌴 📅 Friday: End the week in style with your ugly sweater! 🎄🎁 🍪☕ Start your Friday morning sweet! On December 20th, DECA will be selling cookies, hot chocolate, candy canes, and other tasty snacks right before first period. So grab a treat as you walk in! ⚠️ Reminder: Thursday and Friday are early release days, with school ending at 10:30 AM. Let’s make this week unforgettable! 🥳💙 #SpiritWeekFun #SchoolPride #HolidayCheer #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

📣 Attention Buena Students and Families! We’re excited to announce that the Buena Counseling Department is offering ASVAB testing in February and March! The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) is a standardized test designed to help students discover their strengths, aptitudes, and potential career paths—including opportunities in the military. Important Details: ✔️ Who can take the test? All 10th, 11th, and 12th graders ✔️ Cost: Free! ✔️ How to sign up: Students can register using this link https://forms.gle/oYhWpwGUz6FUp9Yi9 This is a great chance for students to explore their skills and career options. For more information, feel free to contact the Buena Counseling Department via our website! https://www.svusd68.org/o/bhs/page/counseling-department #ASVABTesting #StudentOpportunities #BuenaPride #EmpoweringYou ##SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎶❄️ Buena Choir Winter Concert ❄️🎶 🎤 Admission: FREE! 📅 Date: Tuesday, December 17 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Klein Center In partnership with the International Thespian Society Food Drive, we kindly ask attendees to bring a non-perishable food item to help those in need. ❤️ Join us for an evening of beautiful music and community spirit! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎵✨ #BuenaChoirs #WinterConcert #GivingBack #SVUSDPride #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎶❄️ Buena Choir Winter Concert ❄️🎶 🎤 Admission: FREE! 📅 Date: Tuesday, December 17 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Klein Center In partnership with the International Thespian Society Food Drive, we kindly ask attendees to bring a non-perishable food item to help those in need. ❤️ Join us for an evening of beautiful music and community spirit! We can’t wait to see you there! 🎵✨ #BuenaChoirs #WinterConcert #GivingBack #SVUSDPride #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

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🎄✨ A Magical Christmas Experience! ✨🎄 Last Friday, the talented Buena Theater students, under the amazing leadership of Mrs. Duerk and Ms. Hampton, brought holiday joy to all SVUSD Kindergarten through 2nd graders with their outstanding performance of "The Day Before Christmas." 🎭🎅 For many of our young visitors, it was their first time ever in a theater, and what an unforgettable experience it was! The kids were absolutely captivated as they watched the heartwarming tale of Santa and his helpers teaching Jack Frost the true meaning of Christmas. ❄️🎁 The excitement was palpable when Susi Snowflake made it snow on stage! 🌨️ The kids couldn’t sit still, clapping and cheering, fully immersed in the magic of the performance. Afterwards, the students showered the performers with hugs and high-fives as they waved goodbye and headed back to their buses. 🚍💖 What a special moment for our young learners and an unforgettable holiday experience! Thank you to the Buena Theater students for bringing so much holiday cheer to our youngest SVUSD students! 🎉🌟 #SVUSD #BuenaTheater #ChristmasMagic #TheDayBeforeChristmas #HolidayCheer #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎁🍬 Sweeten Your Holidays with See's Candy! 🍬🎁 Support Buena Student Council by participating in our See's Candy Fundraiser! 🌟 Shop your favorite treats and help us fund student activities and initiatives. 🛒 Order by December 31st at the link below: 👉 https://www.yumraising.com/secure/buenahs_buena_student_council20/EllEll8912/candy Thank you for supporting our students! Together, we’re making a difference. 💙 #BuenaStudentCouncil #Fundraiser #SeesCandy #SweetSupport

Hayden Perey embodies the true definition of what it means to be a student-athlete. Hayden gives 100% into every session and it looked up to as a leader by her fellow teamates. This week during the Brandon Bean Soccer Tournament, Hayen played with heart, strive, and determination while playing against some of the toughest opponents in Southern Arizona. Hayden ended the tournament with 58 steals, 1 goal, and 2 assists. Nick Etwiler stepping into the starting RCB position has embraced the challenge with skill and composure. Filling a crucial role, Nick has not only displayed excellent awareness and precision in tackles but also shows leadership. His dedication and hardwork embody what it means to step up and excel when the team needs it most.