Huachuca Mountain Elementary School

🌟 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

🌸🐣 Wishing All SVUSD Families and Staff a Wonderful Spring Weekend! Please note that all SVUSD schools and offices, including the District Office, will be closed from April 18th through April 21st for the spring holiday weekend. We hope everyone enjoys a safe, restful break and a very Happy Easter to those who celebrate! 🌷💛 #SVUSD #SpringWeekend #FamilyTime #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎉 Help us celebrate our amazing 2025 SVUSD Teachers of the Year! 🎉 These outstanding educators make a lasting impact on the hearts and minds of their students every single day. We are so proud to honor: 🍎 Bella Vista – Paloma Lepley 🍎 Carmichael – Shanequa Matthias 🍎 Huachuca Mountain – Natalie Wise 🍎 PDS – Haley Lewis 🍎 Town & Country – Isabel Dahl 🍎 Village Meadows – Danielle Frasier 🍎 Joyce Clark Middle School – Danielle Kruse 🍎 Buena High School – Amy Martinez A special congratulations to Danielle Frasier from Village Meadows, our SVUSD District Teacher of the Year! 💙👏 Stay tuned all week as we introduce you to these incredible educators and share their stories. Thank you to ALL our teachers for everything you do! #AchievingExcellenceTogether #SVUSDproud #TeacherAppreciation

🎉💙 Family Week is off to a great start at Huachuca Mountain! Yesterday was our first Family Fun Day with “Bring Your Family Member to PE,” and it was a blast! Thank you to all the amazing family members who came out to support and join in the fun — our Bolts loved having you there! ⚡️🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ But we’re not done yet — there’s still time to join the fun! Come out TODAY and THURSDAY for exciting games like Gaga Ball and 9 Square with your Bolt! 🙌🎯 Let’s keep the energy going all week long! #FamilyWeek #PEFun #WolfpackPride #GagaBall #9Square #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

📢 Attention Families with Kindergarten-Age Children! 📢 Do you have a little one who’s eager to start Kindergarten but isn’t quite old enough? 🎒✨ Sierra Vista Unified School District offers early entrance testing for children whose 5th birthday falls between September 1 and January 1 of the upcoming school year. This assessment helps determine if they’re ready to jump into Kindergarten fun! 📝 Testing Dates: June 16th & June 30th ⏳ Sign up early to save your spot! 📞 Have questions? Contact Stacy Jackson-Fesser at 520-515-2743 or visit our website for more details: www.svusd68.org/earlykinder Let’s get your child started on their learning adventure! 🚀🍎 #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🎉 Reminder: Bring a Family Member to PE! 🎉 Huachuca Mountain families — Coach Mac, Heather, and your amazing students are inviting YOU to join the fun during PE! 💪⚡️ We’re all about getting healthier together, and what better way than playing games with our families? Depending on class size, we’ve got fun and active games planned — and trust us, the students LOVE when their family visits! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🎯 🗓 Mark your calendar! 📅 Join us on April 14th, 15th, or 17th — come one day or all three! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Aunties, Uncles, Cousins — everyone’s invited! ✅ Be sure to check your Bolt’s PE schedule so you know what time to come! Let’s get moving, Bolts! ⚡️💙 #BoltPride #FamilyFitnessFun #EmpoweringYou #SVUSDProudARatedDistrict

🍕 Pizza on a Monday? Yes, please! Join us on Monday, April 14th, from 11 AM – 8 PM at Vinny’s New York Pizza and support Project Graduation! 🎓✨ Project Graduation gives our Buena grads a safe, fun-filled night with food, games, and prizes to help kickstart their future. 💙 Eat pizza ➡️ Support grads ➡️ Feel good! 🙌 Let’s pack Vinny’s and show our support! #SVUSD #ProjectGraduation #BuenaPride #SupportLocal #VinnyPizzaDay

🎉 Bring a Family Member to PE! 🎉 Huachuca Mountain families — Coach Mac, Heather, and your amazing students are inviting YOU to join the fun during PE! 💪⚡️ We’re all about getting healthier together, and what better way than playing games with our families? Depending on class size, we’ve got fun and active games planned — and trust us, the students LOVE when their family visits! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🎯 🗓 Mark your calendar! 📅 Join us on April 14th, 15th, or 17th — come one day or all three! 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Aunties, Uncles, Cousins — everyone’s invited! ✅ Be sure to check your attached Bolt’s PE schedule so you know what time to come! Let’s get moving, Bolts! ⚡️💙 #BoltPride #FamilyFitnessFun #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

💧🎨 SVUSD Students Shine in Water Conservation Poster Contest! 🎨💧 In February, Water Wise Youth invited Sierra Vista-area students to participate in its annual Water Conservation Poster Contest, and the response was incredible! 132 entries came in from 19 teachers across 6 schools, showcasing students' creativity and commitment to water conservation. 12 talented SVUSD students will be recognized for their outstanding artwork at the April 10th Sierra Vista City Council meeting! 🏆✨ 🏅 Huachuca Mountain Winners: 🎨 3rd Grade (Ms. Fisher's class): 🥇 Lily A | 🥈 Evelyn Q | 🎖️ Elizabeth M (Hon. Mention) 🎨 4th Grade (Ms. Maxfield's class): 🥇 Ryleigh H 🎨 5th Grade (Ms. Sehnert's class): 🥇 Calleigh B 🎨 6th Grade (Ms. Nogales's class): 🥈 Vivian M 🏅 Carmichael Winners: 🎨 4th Grade (Mr. Collazo's class): 🥈 Italia E | 🎖️ James T (Hon. Mention) 🏅 Village Meadows Winners: 🎨 5th Grade (Ms. Rojas's class): 🥈 Kaytlin M | 🎖️ Erene M (Hon. Mention) 🎨 6th Grade (Ms. Cabrera's class): 🏆 Eli G (Grand Prize & 1st Place!) | 🎖️ Hailey S (Hon. Mention) The 2024 theme, "Keep Water Flowing, Keep Life Growing," celebrates April's Water Awareness Month 💦🌱. The Grand Prize-winning poster will be framed and displayed at The Cove, and other winning posters will be showcased at the SV Public Library in May. 📢 All participants are also invited to a special pool party at The Cove! 🌊🎉 Amazing job, students! Your creativity and passion for conservation are truly inspiring! 💙👏 #WaterWiseYouth #SVUSDProud #WaterAwarenessMonth