Our JCMS band students, led by Ms. Sheridan, visited our elementary schools this week to share their love of music. The younger students were excited to see their older peers perform and left inspired about the opportunity to join band in the future. A big thank you to Ms. Sheridan and her talented musicians for sparking that excitement!
Dear JCMS Families,
Earlier today, Joyce Clark Middle School was placed on a brief Safety Hold due to police activity in the surrounding area. There was never a threat to our school—this precaution was taken out of an abundance of caution.
Classes continued as normal during this time, and the Safety Hold has now been lifted.
The Sierra Vista Police Department has requested that students who normally walk home in the area of Coronado Dr., Golf Links Dr., Chantilly Dr., and Exeter Dr. be picked up from school instead, as that area is currently closed to pedestrian traffic.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work with law enforcement to keep our students safe.
Earlier today, Joyce Clark Middle School was placed on a brief Safety Hold due to police activity in the surrounding area. There was never a threat to our school—this precaution was taken out of an abundance of caution.
Classes continued as normal during this time, and the Safety Hold has now been lifted.
The Sierra Vista Police Department has requested that students who normally walk home in the area of Coronado Dr., Golf Links Dr., Chantilly Dr., and Exeter Dr. be picked up from school instead, as that area is currently closed to pedestrian traffic.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work with law enforcement to keep our students safe.
Announcing: JCMS School Musical
PETER PAN
Auditions:
Wednesday, August 13th 2:15pm (right after school) in the auditorium!!! Everyone who auditions will receive a role. Please contact Brooke Marturello 801-458-5759 if you have any questions.
Hello from the COYOTE PTSO! We have spirit gear for sale through August 15. It's ideal for all on spirit days, perfect for PE, and a great way for parents to support their student-athlete. Order online using the link below. Thanks for your support!
https://forms.gle/8wwfUFS7cLF76kSX9
Please remind your student to bring their binder, loose-leaf paper or spiral notebook, and folders this week so we can set up their Universal Organization System for success. Thank you!
Hello from the Coyote PTSO. We have spirit gear for sale through August 15. It's ideal for spirit days, for PE, and a great way for parents to support their student-athletes. Order online using the link below. Thank you for your support.
https://forms.gle/8wwfUFS7cLF76kSX9
🏐 JCMS Volleyball Tryouts
👟JCMS Girls & Boys Cross Country Tryouts
📅 August 11–15
🕓 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
✅ Make sure you're registered on Aktivate before tryouts!
Let’s go JCMS! 💜💜💜
#JCMSAthletics #GoJCMS #GoCoyotes
Don't forget we have our OPEN HOUSE/MEET THE TEACHER on Wednesday, August 6th, from 4:30 to 6pm. See you soon!
#CoyoteStrong #OnePackOnePurpose
Dear JCMS Families,
Thank you for extending us grace as we’ve worked through schedule adjustments during the start of this school year. Your patience and understanding have not gone unnoticed, and we are truly grateful for your support.
I also want to take a moment to celebrate our amazing students. Our seventh and eighth graders have shown remarkable respect, maturity, and adaptability as they adjust to a new administration and uphold campus expectations. They’ve been friendly and polite, greeting me with smiles each morning, responding positively to gentle reminders of rules, and showing genuine care for their school community. They’re learning quickly that walking on the sidewalks and not the rocks isn’t just a rule, it’s about their safety, and they’ve been incredibly receptive.
We also want to share an important update regarding lunch. We heard your concerns, and after some reflection and a trial run on Friday, August 1, we made the decision to shift away from one lunch period. The new structure not only worked smoothly but also gave students more time to eat and socialize, and more kids took advantage of lunch than on the previous days. We will continue this new lunch schedule moving forward to better meet the needs of both students and staff.
We know there will still be a few bumps in the road, but we are committed to tackling each challenge thoughtfully, one step at a time. Above all, please know that your children’s well-being and success remain at the heart of every decision we make.
With gratitude,
Principal Paz, JCMS
JCMS will be hosting Open House/Meet the Teacher on Wednesday, August 6th, from 4:30 to 6pm. We hope you can join us!
What a GREAT first day back to school! 🎉
Huge shout-out to our amazing front office staff at every SVUSD school — you are the first smiles our families see, and you keep everything running smoothly. You’re absolute ROCKSTARS! ⭐️💼📞
#SVUSDStars #YouMatter #FirstDayMagic #ThankYouFrontOffice
🚗 New Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures at Joyce Clark – Starting July 30th! 🚸
To improve student safety, we're making important changes to our traffic flow this year:
✅ All student drop-offs will now take place at the north entrance so students can exit safely onto the curb—no more stepping into traffic!
🚫 No double-lane drop-offs allowed in front of the school. Please pull all the way forward before letting your child out to help keep traffic moving.
🚌 South entrance = Buses only. Cars will not be permitted to enter here.
➡️ Families may travel either direction on Lenzer Ave, but must enter at the north driveway and exit via the south driveway.
🚫 Do NOT use the parking lot to skip the line or drop off your child—this creates serious safety risks.
We’ll have staff and law enforcement on campus to guide the flow. Please follow all directions and signage.
We know change takes patience—and we appreciate yours as we prioritize what matters most: our students’ safety. 💙
#JCMS #StudentSafety #TrafficUpdate #OneTeamOneGoal
To improve student safety, we're making important changes to our traffic flow this year:
✅ All student drop-offs will now take place at the north entrance so students can exit safely onto the curb—no more stepping into traffic!
🚫 No double-lane drop-offs allowed in front of the school. Please pull all the way forward before letting your child out to help keep traffic moving.
🚌 South entrance = Buses only. Cars will not be permitted to enter here.
➡️ Families may travel either direction on Lenzer Ave, but must enter at the north driveway and exit via the south driveway.
🚫 Do NOT use the parking lot to skip the line or drop off your child—this creates serious safety risks.
We’ll have staff and law enforcement on campus to guide the flow. Please follow all directions and signage.
We know change takes patience—and we appreciate yours as we prioritize what matters most: our students’ safety. 💙
#JCMS #StudentSafety #TrafficUpdate #OneTeamOneGoal
📣 Update: Our school and district offices are now open! We’re ready and excited to welcome you as we prepare for the first day of school tomorrow. Let us know how we can help! 🎉📚🚌
Open House for JCMS is next week on August 6 from 4:30 to 6pm.
🚗 New Drop-Off & Pick-Up Procedures at Joyce Clark – Starting July 30th! 🚸
To improve student safety, we're making important changes to our traffic flow this year:
✅ All student drop-offs will now take place at the north entrance so students can exit safely onto the curb—no more stepping into traffic!
🚫 No double-lane drop-offs allowed in front of the school. Please pull all the way forward before letting your child out to help keep traffic moving.
🚌 South entrance = Buses only. Cars will not be permitted to enter here.
➡️ Families may travel either direction on Lenzer Ave, but must enter at the north driveway and exit via the south driveway.
🚫 Do NOT use the parking lot to skip the line or drop off your child—this creates serious safety risks.
We’ll have staff and law enforcement on campus to guide the flow. Please follow all directions and signage.
We know change takes patience—and we appreciate yours as we prioritize what matters most: our students’ safety. 💙
#JCMS #StudentSafety #TrafficUpdate #OneTeamOneGoal
To improve student safety, we're making important changes to our traffic flow this year:
✅ All student drop-offs will now take place at the north entrance so students can exit safely onto the curb—no more stepping into traffic!
🚫 No double-lane drop-offs allowed in front of the school. Please pull all the way forward before letting your child out to help keep traffic moving.
🚌 South entrance = Buses only. Cars will not be permitted to enter here.
➡️ Families may travel either direction on Lenzer Ave, but must enter at the north driveway and exit via the south driveway.
🚫 Do NOT use the parking lot to skip the line or drop off your child—this creates serious safety risks.
We’ll have staff and law enforcement on campus to guide the flow. Please follow all directions and signage.
We know change takes patience—and we appreciate yours as we prioritize what matters most: our students’ safety. 💙
#JCMS #StudentSafety #TrafficUpdate #OneTeamOneGoal
Technology is a big part of our world, and we’ve learned to embrace it in many ways. However, during the instructional day (from the time they step foot on campus until the end of day), it’s important that we stay focused and minimize distractions. To support a productive learning environment, cell phones, smart watches, and wireless earbuds are not permitted in classrooms. These devices can interfere with learning and instruction. While we recognize that many students carry personal devices, they must be turned off and stored securely in backpacks—not in pockets or on their person. Please note: JCMS is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal electronic devices. Thank you for helping us create an environment where students can stay focused and succeed.
We have rescheduled Den Days for next week to allow more flexibility for all back-to-school paperwork. All students are welcome to attend during any of the following times: Monday, July 21: 1–5pm Tuesday, July 22: 9AM–12pm Wednesday, July 23: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM in the Front Office
This is Terri Romo, Interim Superintendent of Sierra Vista Unified School District. I’m coming to speak with you about a very important topic & we need our community's help.
As you have heard, we have an employee who has been arrested. Last night, I was contacted by the Sheriff’s Office and informed that they will be releasing an official statement encouraging families to share any information they may have regarding Mr. Benjamin. We stand united with the Sheriff’s Office in urging our community members to come forward with any and all information related to this matter or to any allegation of child abuse.
As shared by the Sheriff’s Office-
Due to the circumstances in this case, the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone who may have come into contact with Mr. Benjamin and experienced any suspicious/criminal activity to contact the Sheriff’s office immediately via SEACOM at 520-803-3550.
Even with all of the safety protocols school districts like SVUSD must follow when hiring staff-like fingerprint clearance cards, reference checks, etc….It takes an entire community to keep our students safe. We know it may not be easy, but we encourage anyone within this community to come forward and contact law enforcement whenever you suspect a child is in danger.
I’m a mom, this is my community, and I’ve dedicated my life to caring for children as an educator.
Once again…Please contact the Sheriff’s office immediately via SEACOM at 520-803-3550 or our local police department with any information related to this or any allegations of misconduct with a child.
We must stand together to protect our children. Please join me in this fight.
As you have heard, we have an employee who has been arrested. Last night, I was contacted by the Sheriff’s Office and informed that they will be releasing an official statement encouraging families to share any information they may have regarding Mr. Benjamin. We stand united with the Sheriff’s Office in urging our community members to come forward with any and all information related to this matter or to any allegation of child abuse.
As shared by the Sheriff’s Office-
Due to the circumstances in this case, the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone who may have come into contact with Mr. Benjamin and experienced any suspicious/criminal activity to contact the Sheriff’s office immediately via SEACOM at 520-803-3550.
Even with all of the safety protocols school districts like SVUSD must follow when hiring staff-like fingerprint clearance cards, reference checks, etc….It takes an entire community to keep our students safe. We know it may not be easy, but we encourage anyone within this community to come forward and contact law enforcement whenever you suspect a child is in danger.
I’m a mom, this is my community, and I’ve dedicated my life to caring for children as an educator.
Once again…Please contact the Sheriff’s office immediately via SEACOM at 520-803-3550 or our local police department with any information related to this or any allegations of misconduct with a child.
We must stand together to protect our children. Please join me in this fight.
🌟 Professional Learning in Action! 🌟
Last month, 50 of our amazing teachers and leadership team members spent 2½ days in Scottsdale at the Solution Tree Conference, diving into powerful sessions on educator wellness, school transformation, and creating cultures of belonging. 💡💬
Huge thanks to our incredible Curriculum Team for organizing this grant-funded opportunity—and to every staff member who gave up part of their summer break to grow, collaborate, and (let’s be honest) brave that Arizona heat! ☀️🔥
Your commitment to continuous improvement is what helps us #AchieveExcellenceTogether 💙📚
#SVUSD #EmpoweringYou #ProfessionalLearning #EducatorWellness #Teamwork #SolutionTree #LifelongLearners
Last month, 50 of our amazing teachers and leadership team members spent 2½ days in Scottsdale at the Solution Tree Conference, diving into powerful sessions on educator wellness, school transformation, and creating cultures of belonging. 💡💬
Huge thanks to our incredible Curriculum Team for organizing this grant-funded opportunity—and to every staff member who gave up part of their summer break to grow, collaborate, and (let’s be honest) brave that Arizona heat! ☀️🔥
Your commitment to continuous improvement is what helps us #AchieveExcellenceTogether 💙📚
#SVUSD #EmpoweringYou #ProfessionalLearning #EducatorWellness #Teamwork #SolutionTree #LifelongLearners
🎆 All school and district offices will be closed on Friday, July 4th in observance of Independence Day!
Wishing our SVUSD community a safe, fun, and festive holiday as we celebrate the 🎉 birth of our nation and the 🇺🇸 freedoms we hold dear.
#IndependenceDay #SVUSD #FourthOfJuly #🎇 #CelebratingFreedom
