Huachuca Mountain Elementary School

🎶 The Beat Goes On at SVUSD! 🎶 Thanks to the leadership of Mrs. Romo, our Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, and the support of the competitive Hobbs Grant, music is coming alive in our elementary schools! With new instruments and supplies, our youngest learners are exploring rhythm, melody, and sound like never before. From drums to ukuleles, students are getting hands-on with music—and loving every moment of it! A huge thank you to Mrs. Romo for her vision and dedication. Because of her, music is no longer just a subject… it’s an experience. 🎵💛 #SVUSDShines #TheBeatGoesOn #HobbsGrant #MusicMatters

🐾✨ Future Coyotes in the House! ✨🐾 Last week, JCMS was thrilled to welcome all SVUSD 6th graders to campus for an exciting preview of middle school life! 🎉 Our visiting students were greeted with a warm welcome from the JCMS Band and Student Council, followed by an introduction from Assistant Principal Pizutto and Principal Wright. They got a sneak peek at all the fun, learning opportunities, sports, and activities that await them next year! 🎶📚🏀 Student Council led small group tours across campus, giving 6th graders a chance to ask questions, learn the layout, and hear straight from current students about what to expect. It was a great day for peer-to-peer connection—because sometimes it’s easier to ask someone who's been there! 😊 We’re excited to have them join the pack soon—because there’s a lot of fun and learning ahead at JCMS! 💙🐺 #JCMSCoyotes #FutureCoyotes #MiddleSchoolReady #SVUSD #WelcomeToJCMS #CoyotePride #GrowingUpFast

Wednesday, May 7th! The auction is an important fundraiser for our PTO in that it helps provide necessary funds for our school and teacher requests. If you are new or new to hearing about the auction, it’s a whole lot of fun!!! It is held on Facebook and you just search for the group “Lightning Bolt PTO Auction” and join. There are instructions and descriptions there. You can see the last 7 years of auctions under the Albums tab if you are interested in seeing how it has gone in the past.

Our PTO will be rebuilding next year, and we want YOU to be part of it! Next year, we will have opening as President, Vice President and Treasurer. We know you are busy, and you can PTO your way! Your schedule, your fit! We need you to whatever degree you can! Email Principal Mary Perez, mary.garrett-perez@svps.k12.az.us

📚☀️ Huachuca Mountain is Racing into Summer and Reading! 🏃‍♂️💨 Get ready, Bolts! On Monday, May 12th, the Sierra Vista Public Library will be on campus to share all the exciting summer reading programs they have to offer! And that’s not all… we’re kicking off the fun with a Blow-Up Costume Race! 🦖🦄🕺 Does your student have a blow-up costume and want to join the race? They’re more than welcome to participate! 📍 Come watch the fun at 9 AM on Monday, May 12th – we’d love to see you there! We’re charging into the last two weeks of school with energy, laughter, and a love for reading! 💙⚡️ #BoltPride #ReadingRocks #RacingIntoSummer #SummerReadingFun #HuachucaMountain #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict #EmpoweringYou

☀️🎉 Let the summer countdown begin! 🎉☀️ Our Bolt students are diving into summer fun—1st and 2nd grade kicked things off today with a splash-tastic trip to The Cove! 💦😎 Thank you to The Cove for hosting us and to all the amazing parents who came out to support and share the fun! But the excitement isn’t over yet... 👉 Grades 3,4 and 5 are headed to The Cove tomorrow 👉 6th grade gets their turn on Tuesday 💬 Don’t forget your swimming gear and get ready to make some awesome end-of-year memories! 🩱🩳🌊 Cove fun for our Bolts = memories made! 💛⚡️ #BoltPride #CoveFun #SummerCountdown #BoltAdventures #SVUSD #MakingMemories #EmpoweringYou

📬🎉 Congratulations to 3rd Grader Kate T! 🎉📬 We are SO proud of Huachuca Mountain’s very own Kate T, who was selected as a finalist in the Arizona Historical Society’s 3rd Annual Postcard Contest! 🏜️✨ This statewide contest, aligned with Arizona’s History and Social Science standards, invited 3rd graders to create postcards inspired by Arizona’s rich heritage—highlighting the 5 C’s, 22 tribes, geography, and history from prehistoric times to today. 🌵📚 Out of more than 700 participants across eight counties, Kate’s postcard stood out and earned a spot among just 18 finalists! Her beautiful design will be framed and turned into a real postcard! 💌👏 Way to go, Kate! Your creativity and love for Arizona shine bright—just like a true Bolt! ⚡ #HuachucaMountainPride #BoltStrong #ArizonaHistory #StudentSuccess #PostcardContest #KateRocks

🌟 Staff Highlight for April: Mrs. Gracious Davenport 🌟 Meet Mrs. Davenport, our incredible 7th & 8th grade science teacher at JCMS! This is her first year as a Coyote and her eighth year in education, but she’s already made a lasting impact. 💙 Gracious Grace Davenport lives up to her name—she’s passionate, warm-hearted, and full of laughter. Her belief in the potential of every student drives her mission to build a safe, supportive, and inspiring classroom. 🔬✨ Originally from Florida, Mrs. Davenport moved to Sierra Vista with her husband, mom, and kids after her brother was stationed here with the Border Patrol. Her husband—who she met working at a middle school—is now one of our amazing custodians! Together, they’re raising three little ones (ages 6, 5, and 1) and loving life in the SV community. 🏡👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Before becoming a teacher, Mrs. Davenport worked in daycare and was active in church youth programs. One special moment with a teen in her youth group encouraged her to pursue middle school education—and we’re so glad she did! From stepping in as support for a sub while still waiting for her AZ certification to creating fun traditions like Student of the Week (complete with favorite snacks!), she’s all heart. 💫 She says, “People make people, not money,” and we couldn’t agree more. Welcome to the Coyote family, Mrs. Davenport—you’re making a difference every day! 🐾💛 #JCMSCoyotes #StaffHighlight #ThankATeacher #ScienceMatters #CoyotePride #StaffHighlight

🎉 Last week ended with some extra fun for our PBIS point earners and third grade students! Some of our Bolts used their PBIS points to join the Roving Chef experience, a special program from SFE, our amazing food service provider. 🍕👨‍🍳 Students got to create their own pizzas and desserts—and enjoy every bite! Meanwhile, third grade had a soothing and sweet visit from the Go Team Therapy Dogs 🐶📚 who joined them for some relaxing reading time. These patient pups always bring smiles and calm to our campus! Thank you, SFE and Go Team, for supporting our Bolts and making learning extra special! 💙⚡ #BoltPride #PBISRewards #RovingChef #TherapyDogs #EmpoweringYou

🌟 April Teacher Feature – Mr. Austin Meckler! 🌟 Let’s give a big shoutout to Mr. Meckler, our awesome Tech Foundations and Yearbook teacher at JCMS! 🎉 This is his third year as a proud member of the JCMS team—he spent two years teaching Social Studies and now brings his creativity and real-world focus to CTE (Career & Technical Education). Mr. Meckler loves helping students explore life skills through hands-on projects—like his popular budgeting simulation, where students choose a city to live in, find housing and transportation, write checks, and see what it really takes to manage a budget. The surprise on their faces? Priceless. 💸 Outside the classroom, Mr. Meckler leads the charge on PBIS Tier One and brings the fun with school-wide events like Rock-Paper-Scissors tournaments, Simon Says showdowns, and Tic-Tac-Toe competitions—with awesome student engagement and prizes that build community and school spirit! 🏆🎉 He's also a martial arts enthusiast (since the age of 4!), gamer, our former wrestling coach, and proud husband and dad. He’s currently earning his master’s degree in education and is passionate about creating a classroom based on mutual respect and strong relationships. Thank you, Mr. Meckler, for the energy, heart, and creativity you bring to JCMS! You make a difference every day! 💙💻🙌 #TeacherFeature #JCMSPride #SVUSDProud #CTEChampion #PBISLeader #MiddleSchoolMatters #ThankATeacher

🎉 Meet Mrs. Fraiser – Village Meadows Teacher of the Year and SVUSD Teacher of the Year! 🎉 Mrs. Danielle Fraiser is a passionate third-grade teacher at Village Meadows and has been an integral part of Village Meadows Elementary School since 2006. Thanks to the generous support of the SV Education Foundation, she has also been named the Sierra Vista Unified School District Teacher of the Year! This outstanding educator truly brings learning to life. During a unit on the history of the Titanic, students first explored informational texts—then stepped into a transformed classroom where a scaled model of the Titanic stretched across half the room! For Mrs. Fraiser, learning is non-negotiable. She holds herself to the same high expectations she sets for her students, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to growth. When she says, "ALL students will learn," she means it—understanding that while the path to success is rarely linear, it's always worth the journey. Known for wearing her heart on her sleeve, Mrs. Fraiser advocates fiercely for her students' needs. In her own words: "For real, let’s go! We have work to do!" Recognizing Mrs. Fraiser with this award isn't just about celebrating her as an outstanding educator and devoted mother—it’s about honoring the deep, lasting impact she’s made on our Village Meadows Wolf Pack community. 🐺❤️ Congratulations, Mrs. Fraiser! 🌟 #SVUSDTeacherOfTheYear #WolfPackStrong #InspiringEducator #VillageMeadows ##SVUSDProudARatedDistrict #EmpoweringYou

🌟 April Staff Highlight – Meet Ms. Sophia Macias! 🌟 We’re thrilled to celebrate Ms. Macias, our amazing 7th grade English and Honors English teacher at JCMS! A proud Benson native, Ms. Macias joined us in January after graduating from NAU in December—and she’s already making waves! Originally studying agricultural science, she discovered her true passion for English at NAU and hasn’t looked back since. In her classroom, Ms. Macias brings literature to life with interactive notebooks, creative lessons, and meaningful conversations. Her students recently read The Giver by Lois Lowry and loved connecting with the themes of identity, choice, and community. As a first-year teacher, she’s embracing every challenge with heart, grace, and determination—building her classroom culture, exploring what works best for her students, and learning right alongside them. When she’s not teaching, she’s coaching soccer (a great passion she’s had since she was littlel!), working on her Master’s in Education, and spending time with her big family—she’s number 8 of 12 siblings! Ms. Macias says her students make her feel like both a grown-up and a kid at the same time—and we think that’s the magic of a great teacher. We are so lucky to have her as part of the JCMS family! 💙📚⚽ #JCMSPride #StaffHighlight #NewTeacherMagic #SVUSDProud #MiddleSchoolMatters #EmpoweringYou

🌟 Join Us Tonight for the Discovery Showcase! 🌟 Come out tonight and see the amazing projects our Discovery students have created throughout the school year! 🎨📚🧠 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. ✨ Here’s a sneak peek at what they’ve been working on: 👧🧒 1st & 2nd Grade – “It’s Not A...” Creations & Alliteration Adventures 🎩🎨 3rd & 4th Grade – Presidential Art, Trading Cards, & Garden Planning 🏕️🧊 5th & 6th Grade – Presidential Art & Cubes, plus a hands-on Camping Challenge! 📍 Where: Rothery Education Center 🕔 When: TONIGHT from 5 PM – 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

🌎🌻 Earth Day Fun at Huachuca Mountain! 🌻🌎 Our 5th grade Bolts celebrated Earth Day in a big way yesterday by planting beautiful Mexican sunflowers! 🌱🌼 Even better—they 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 beautiful—together! 💚💪 #EarthDay2025 #GrowingTogether #BoltPride #HuachucaMountain #HandsOnLearning

🎉 Meet Mrs. Wise – Huachuca Mountain’s Teacher of the Year! 🎉 Mrs. Natalie Wise is a dedicated Kindergarten teacher at the home of the Lightning Bolts, and she’s 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! 🌟👏 #TeacherOfTheYear #InspiringEducator #ClassroomCommunity #CelebratingStudents #HuachucaMountain #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict #EmpoweringYou

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

🏃‍♂️🏀 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! 💙💪 #FamilyFun #PETime #StrongerTogether #BoltPride #HuachucaMountain

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

🎭📰 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 “Newsies”! 🎶👏 📅 April 24 & 25 🕕 Showtime: 6:00 PM 📍 Huachuca Mountain Cafeteria 🎟️ FREE Admission! Our talented students have been working hard to bring this exciting show to life, and we can’t wait to share it with our school and community. A huge thank you to all the volunteers who helped make this production possible! 💛🎬 Come support the arts and enjoy a night of musical magic! #HuachucaMountainPride #TheaterClub #Newsies #StudentTalent #FreeShow #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎉✨ It’s time for Kinder Round-Up! ✨🎉 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! 📚 Meet our amazing teachers 🎨 Explore classrooms 🚌 Tour the campus 🧩 Enjoy fun activities 📝 Start the registration process 📅 Wednesday, April 30th, 4:00pm- 5:30pm 📍 All SVUSD Elementary Schools 🔗 Sign up here: https://forms.gle/CpkLNt7mve6S196eA 📲 Or scan the QR code on the flyer! Already registered? You’re invited too—come join the fun! 🎈 Let’s get ready for a fantastic school year ahead! 💙💛 #KinderRoundUp #SVUSD #FutureColts #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou