Field day is always the BEST..DAY..EVER! We want to give a huge thanks to LMK Bounce and Rent for bringing the foam and fun! Our students were grinning ear to ear all day long! GO BOLTS!
🍎✨ Teacher of the Year Spotlight ✨🍎
Today we are proud to celebrate Carmichael’s Teacher of the Year, Kindergarten teacher Kerry Ingold! ❤️
Mrs. Ingold creates a classroom filled with joy, purpose, and belonging. From the moment students walk through her door, they are welcomed into a safe and caring environment where they feel valued, supported, and excited to learn.
Through song, movement, play, and hands-on learning, Mrs. Ingold brings learning to life in meaningful and engaging ways. Her intentional teaching helps build strong foundations in literacy and math while also nurturing confidence, independence, and a belief in every child’s potential.
What makes Mrs. Ingold truly exceptional is her ability to meet each student where they are and help them grow. Using thoughtful, data-informed instruction, she ensures every student is supported and successful.
Beyond her classroom, she is a dedicated collaborator and leader who works closely with her team to strengthen instruction and support students across the school community.
Mrs. Ingold represents the very best of education through her compassion, excellence, and unwavering commitment to children. Her impact is lasting, and she is truly deserving of the honor of Carmichael Teacher of the Year. 💙
Congratulations, Kerry Ingold! 🎉
#SVUSD #TeacherOfTheYear #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou
Today we are proud to celebrate Carmichael’s Teacher of the Year, Kindergarten teacher Kerry Ingold! ❤️
Mrs. Ingold creates a classroom filled with joy, purpose, and belonging. From the moment students walk through her door, they are welcomed into a safe and caring environment where they feel valued, supported, and excited to learn.
Through song, movement, play, and hands-on learning, Mrs. Ingold brings learning to life in meaningful and engaging ways. Her intentional teaching helps build strong foundations in literacy and math while also nurturing confidence, independence, and a belief in every child’s potential.
What makes Mrs. Ingold truly exceptional is her ability to meet each student where they are and help them grow. Using thoughtful, data-informed instruction, she ensures every student is supported and successful.
Beyond her classroom, she is a dedicated collaborator and leader who works closely with her team to strengthen instruction and support students across the school community.
Mrs. Ingold represents the very best of education through her compassion, excellence, and unwavering commitment to children. Her impact is lasting, and she is truly deserving of the honor of Carmichael Teacher of the Year. 💙
Congratulations, Kerry Ingold! 🎉
#SVUSD #TeacherOfTheYear #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou
It is "Maycember" and our teachers are embracing the joy! From Wild West Day to 1st and 2nd grade honors ceremonies, we were busy today!
Our third graders had a WILD WILD WEST good time at the park! Activities included roping, horse races, sack races, pin the tail on the donkey, snake in the boots, line dancing and more! What a fabulous way to close the year and get one step closer to being fantastic fourth graders!
🍎✨ Teacher of the Year Spotlight ✨🍎
Today we proudly celebrate Bella Vista’s Teacher of the Year, Kindergarten teacher Paloma Lepley! ❤️
Ms. Lepley creates far more than a classroom—she builds a joyful, welcoming community where students feel safe, valued, and excited to learn each day. Through her patience, kindness, and dedication, she helps her kindergarten students grow in confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
What makes Ms. Lepley truly exceptional is the way she supports every child individually, meeting students where they are and helping each one thrive. Her students leave her classroom believing in themselves and their ability to succeed.
Beyond her classroom, Paloma is a leader throughout the Bella Vista community. She collaborates with colleagues, helps improve schoolwide practices and campus safety, mentors others, and brings positivity and innovation to everything she does.
Her impact reaches far beyond kindergarten, and her dedication to students, families, and staff makes her truly deserving of the honor of Bella Vista Teacher of the Year. 💙
Congratulations, Paloma Lepley! 🎉
#SVUSD #TeacherOfTheYear #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou
Today we proudly celebrate Bella Vista’s Teacher of the Year, Kindergarten teacher Paloma Lepley! ❤️
Ms. Lepley creates far more than a classroom—she builds a joyful, welcoming community where students feel safe, valued, and excited to learn each day. Through her patience, kindness, and dedication, she helps her kindergarten students grow in confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
What makes Ms. Lepley truly exceptional is the way she supports every child individually, meeting students where they are and helping each one thrive. Her students leave her classroom believing in themselves and their ability to succeed.
Beyond her classroom, Paloma is a leader throughout the Bella Vista community. She collaborates with colleagues, helps improve schoolwide practices and campus safety, mentors others, and brings positivity and innovation to everything she does.
Her impact reaches far beyond kindergarten, and her dedication to students, families, and staff makes her truly deserving of the honor of Bella Vista Teacher of the Year. 💙
Congratulations, Paloma Lepley! 🎉
#SVUSD #TeacherOfTheYear #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou
🎓 COLTS CLASS OF 2026: It’s time to walk with the future, and it’s your turn to inspire! 🌪️
You started your journey at our Elementary schools, and now you’re finishing as a Colt. Before you cross the big stage, come back to where it all began for the annual Senior Walk at all SVUSD Elementary!
Put on your cap and gown, walk the halls one more time, and let’s show the 6th grade Class of 2032 what the future looks like! They are walking before their own promotion, and they’re looking to you! 🥹
We need you to sign up so we can plan for you!
👇 HOW TO JOIN THE WALK:
✅ Sign up with the link: https://forms.gle/2BanAx1Q1fCWdCMz9
🎓 Wear your cap and gown.
Let's make this memory count. Can't wait to see you there!
You started your journey at our Elementary schools, and now you’re finishing as a Colt. Before you cross the big stage, come back to where it all began for the annual Senior Walk at all SVUSD Elementary!
Put on your cap and gown, walk the halls one more time, and let’s show the 6th grade Class of 2032 what the future looks like! They are walking before their own promotion, and they’re looking to you! 🥹
We need you to sign up so we can plan for you!
👇 HOW TO JOIN THE WALK:
✅ Sign up with the link: https://forms.gle/2BanAx1Q1fCWdCMz9
🎓 Wear your cap and gown.
Let's make this memory count. Can't wait to see you there!
We proudly celebrate the incredible educators who have been named our 2026 SVUSD Teachers of the Year! 🍎✨
These outstanding teachers go above and beyond every single day to inspire students, build meaningful relationships, and create classrooms where learning thrives. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence truly represent what it means to be part of SVUSD.
👏 Congratulations to our Teachers of the Year:
⭐ Bella Vista Kindergarten – Paloma Lepley
⭐ Carmichael Kindergarten – Kerry Ingold
⭐ Huachuca Mountain PE – Jessica Eikenberry
⭐ PDS Counselor – Courtney Ochoa
⭐ Town & Country 4th Grade – Tammy Jones
⭐ Village Meadows 4th Grade – Cindy Avery
⭐ JCMS Culinary – Dawn Wolslagel
⭐ Buena Science – Wendy Mehl
🏆 And congratulations to our Overall SVUSD Teacher of the Year: Cindy Avery!
Over the next several days, we will be highlighting each of these amazing educators and sharing what makes them so special to their students, schools, and the entire SVUSD family.
Thank you for all you do to empower students and help us continue Achieving Excellence Together! 💙 #SVUSD #TeacherOfTheYear #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou
These outstanding teachers go above and beyond every single day to inspire students, build meaningful relationships, and create classrooms where learning thrives. Their dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence truly represent what it means to be part of SVUSD.
👏 Congratulations to our Teachers of the Year:
⭐ Bella Vista Kindergarten – Paloma Lepley
⭐ Carmichael Kindergarten – Kerry Ingold
⭐ Huachuca Mountain PE – Jessica Eikenberry
⭐ PDS Counselor – Courtney Ochoa
⭐ Town & Country 4th Grade – Tammy Jones
⭐ Village Meadows 4th Grade – Cindy Avery
⭐ JCMS Culinary – Dawn Wolslagel
⭐ Buena Science – Wendy Mehl
🏆 And congratulations to our Overall SVUSD Teacher of the Year: Cindy Avery!
Over the next several days, we will be highlighting each of these amazing educators and sharing what makes them so special to their students, schools, and the entire SVUSD family.
Thank you for all you do to empower students and help us continue Achieving Excellence Together! 💙 #SVUSD #TeacherOfTheYear #AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou
Family PE days are always a hit! We missed out on pickleball this year, but parents enjoyed GaGaBall, 9 Square and Snowball! Thank you for showing up! Cannot wait until next year!
⚡️💙⚡️Get ready, BOLTS!⚡️💙⚡️
Our annual online PTO Auction is happening Wednesday, May 13th from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Join the fun, place your bids, and help raise much-needed funds to support Huachuca Mountain Elementary School!
Find the auction live on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1Ki66y1keU/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Go Bolts!⚡️💙⚡️
As we conclude teacher appreciation week, celebrate Mother's Day, and move into graduation season, I want to honor a moment of celebration for our community! Thank you to all of you who celebrated our A+ recognition. A+ isn't about test scores, it is about a culture where high expectations help all students succeed in big ways! Thankful for the families who support us as we build great things together for kids!
What an incredible day at last week’s Elementary Track Day! 🏃♂️🏃♀️💨
Students from all of our elementary schools came together at Buena High School to compete in a fun-filled day of track and field events. From sprints and relays to long jump and mile runs, our students gave it their all, showed amazing sportsmanship, and had an absolute blast!
A huge thank you to all of our PE teachers for helping organize this fantastic event — especially Coach Mac from Huachuca Mountain Elementary School for all of the hard work and coordination that made the day such a success.
We also want to give a special shout out to the Buena Track & Field student-athletes and Coach Bristow for volunteering their time and helping encourage our future Colts throughout the day!
And finally, thank you to Ed Morse Automotive Group
for generously sponsoring t-shirts for every student participant. Your support helped make the day even more memorable for our students!
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou #ElementaryTrackDay #FutureColts
Students from all of our elementary schools came together at Buena High School to compete in a fun-filled day of track and field events. From sprints and relays to long jump and mile runs, our students gave it their all, showed amazing sportsmanship, and had an absolute blast!
A huge thank you to all of our PE teachers for helping organize this fantastic event — especially Coach Mac from Huachuca Mountain Elementary School for all of the hard work and coordination that made the day such a success.
We also want to give a special shout out to the Buena Track & Field student-athletes and Coach Bristow for volunteering their time and helping encourage our future Colts throughout the day!
And finally, thank you to Ed Morse Automotive Group
for generously sponsoring t-shirts for every student participant. Your support helped make the day even more memorable for our students!
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou #ElementaryTrackDay #FutureColts
Next week we are busy in PE!!! Join us for our fun family festivities!
Happy Principal Appreciation Day! 🎉
Today we celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools with passion, dedication, and heart. Our principals go above and beyond every single day to support students, staff, and families—creating positive, thriving school communities where everyone can succeed.
We are so grateful for our amazing team of principals. Your leadership inspires us, your commitment drives us, and your impact makes all the difference.
Thank you for all that you do! 💙 #PrincipalAppreciationDay #AchievingExcellenceTogether
Today we celebrate the incredible leaders who guide our schools with passion, dedication, and heart. Our principals go above and beyond every single day to support students, staff, and families—creating positive, thriving school communities where everyone can succeed.
We are so grateful for our amazing team of principals. Your leadership inspires us, your commitment drives us, and your impact makes all the difference.
Thank you for all that you do! 💙 #PrincipalAppreciationDay #AchievingExcellenceTogether
Dear Huachuca Mountain Families,
I want to take a moment to partner with you around an important topic that helps us maintain a safe and respectful environment for all students.
As the school year comes to a close, we are seeing an increase in inappropriate behaviors. At times, we see behaviors that students may view as “horseplay,” such as pushing and shoving, piggyback riding, water play, or other playful interactions. While these actions may not be intended to cause harm, they can quickly become unsafe or lead to misunderstandings between students.
Additionally, there are behaviors that go beyond horseplay and involve personal boundaries and privacy. Examples may include actions such as pantsing, inappropriate touching, or misuse of restroom spaces (including looking into stalls). These behaviors are not appropriate in a school setting and are taken seriously, as they impact student dignity, safety, and trust.
We also want families to be aware that, in certain situations, behaviors involving personal boundaries or safety may require further action. This can include school consequences and, in some cases, involvement beyond the school setting. Families always have the right to advocate for their child if they feel their safety or privacy has been impacted.
We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing with your child:
The importance of respecting personal space and boundaries
Keeping hands and feet to themselves
Using school spaces, including restrooms, appropriately
Understanding that even “joking” behavior can unintentionally cause harm
At Huachuca Mountain, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where all students feel respected. We take concerns seriously and work to address them thoughtfully and fairly.
If you see something, say something. Encouraging students to speak up helps us support them and respond quickly when concerns arise.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.
I want to take a moment to partner with you around an important topic that helps us maintain a safe and respectful environment for all students.
As the school year comes to a close, we are seeing an increase in inappropriate behaviors. At times, we see behaviors that students may view as “horseplay,” such as pushing and shoving, piggyback riding, water play, or other playful interactions. While these actions may not be intended to cause harm, they can quickly become unsafe or lead to misunderstandings between students.
Additionally, there are behaviors that go beyond horseplay and involve personal boundaries and privacy. Examples may include actions such as pantsing, inappropriate touching, or misuse of restroom spaces (including looking into stalls). These behaviors are not appropriate in a school setting and are taken seriously, as they impact student dignity, safety, and trust.
We also want families to be aware that, in certain situations, behaviors involving personal boundaries or safety may require further action. This can include school consequences and, in some cases, involvement beyond the school setting. Families always have the right to advocate for their child if they feel their safety or privacy has been impacted.
We appreciate your partnership in reinforcing with your child:
The importance of respecting personal space and boundaries
Keeping hands and feet to themselves
Using school spaces, including restrooms, appropriately
Understanding that even “joking” behavior can unintentionally cause harm
At Huachuca Mountain, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive environment where all students feel respected. We take concerns seriously and work to address them thoughtfully and fairly.
If you see something, say something. Encouraging students to speak up helps us support them and respond quickly when concerns arise.
Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our school community.
Our elementary students had a fantastic morning at Buena High School, where they were invited to the Klein Center for the Performing Arts for a special performance of Miss Nelson Is Missing!!
Our talented Buena Theatre Arts students brought this classic children’s story to life in a fun and engaging way—creating an unforgettable experience just for our younger learners. From laughter to excitement, it was clear that fun was had by all!
We love opportunities like this to connect our schools and showcase our amazing Colts to our future Colts. The future is bright! 🎭💛
Our talented Buena Theatre Arts students brought this classic children’s story to life in a fun and engaging way—creating an unforgettable experience just for our younger learners. From laughter to excitement, it was clear that fun was had by all!
We love opportunities like this to connect our schools and showcase our amazing Colts to our future Colts. The future is bright! 🎭💛
✨ Celebrating Dedication. Honoring Legacy. ✨
On Tuesday, we had the privilege of celebrating some of the most dedicated and inspiring members of the Sierra Vista Unified family. 💙
This special evening was all about recognizing the incredible employees who have reached milestone years of service — 10, 15, 20 years and beyond — and honoring those who are beginning an exciting new chapter in retirement.
Together, these 37 outstanding staff members represent an incredible 390 years of service to our students, schools, and community. That impact is immeasurable.
A special thank you to the Education Foundation of Sierra Vista for sponsoring this meaningful event and providing our retirees with a special gift as they begin their next chapter. We are also grateful to Buena Culinary for catering a wonderful reception for our honorees prior to the presentation.
To our longevity honorees and retirees: thank you for your commitment, your passion, and the difference you’ve made in countless lives. You are the heart of what it means to be SVUSD.
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou #SVUSD #ThankYou
On Tuesday, we had the privilege of celebrating some of the most dedicated and inspiring members of the Sierra Vista Unified family. 💙
This special evening was all about recognizing the incredible employees who have reached milestone years of service — 10, 15, 20 years and beyond — and honoring those who are beginning an exciting new chapter in retirement.
Together, these 37 outstanding staff members represent an incredible 390 years of service to our students, schools, and community. That impact is immeasurable.
A special thank you to the Education Foundation of Sierra Vista for sponsoring this meaningful event and providing our retirees with a special gift as they begin their next chapter. We are also grateful to Buena Culinary for catering a wonderful reception for our honorees prior to the presentation.
To our longevity honorees and retirees: thank you for your commitment, your passion, and the difference you’ve made in countless lives. You are the heart of what it means to be SVUSD.
#AchievingExcellenceTogether #EmpoweringYou #SVUSD #ThankYou
Huachuca Mountain has TALENT! Friday, our students showed off their singing, dancing, piano, baritone and joke abilities! We are proud of all of the participants for being so brave, and thank you to our students in the audience for being so supportive!
In the face of heartbreak, our SVUSD family showed the true meaning of compassion and unity. 💙
Following the loss of two beloved members of the Bella Vista Bobcat family, students from across all of our schools came together to create hearts filled with messages of love and support.
On Wednesday evening, after campuses had quieted, our principals walked the halls of Bella Vista, carefully hanging each heart. Together, they filled the office and cafeteria with warmth and surrounded the space between the two classrooms with an outpouring of care—creating a powerful reminder that no one grieves alone.
We are incredibly proud of how our SVUSD family has come together to lift up one another during this difficult time. 💙
#SVUSDTogether #BobcatStrong #AchievingExcellenceTogether
Following the loss of two beloved members of the Bella Vista Bobcat family, students from across all of our schools came together to create hearts filled with messages of love and support.
On Wednesday evening, after campuses had quieted, our principals walked the halls of Bella Vista, carefully hanging each heart. Together, they filled the office and cafeteria with warmth and surrounded the space between the two classrooms with an outpouring of care—creating a powerful reminder that no one grieves alone.
We are incredibly proud of how our SVUSD family has come together to lift up one another during this difficult time. 💙
#SVUSDTogether #BobcatStrong #AchievingExcellenceTogether
This week we proudly celebrated our amazing military children!
Students helped lead the Pledge of Allegiance, shared their journeys by placing stars on the map of places they've lived, and our whole school showed support by wearing purple.
We are so grateful for our military families and the strength, resilience, and pride they bring to our community.
Hi Lightning Bolt Families!
Have you checked out the Huachuca Mountain Lightning Bolt PTO? If not, now is the perfect time to get involved and stay in the loop on all the fun things happening in our school! The PTO works hard to create meaningful experiences for our students, and your support makes it all possible. Stay connected, get involved, and help us make this year unforgettable!
Check out the newsletter for upcoming events, information on the Scholastic BOGO Book Fair, how to order your yearbook, and where you can purchase new student spirit gear!
Stay bright, Bolt Families!
