Joyce Clark Middle School

The admin team pulled together to gift a small token of appreciation to every employee. We are a big school with many moving parts, and the only way we accomplish all that we do is by relying on one another. We are truly grateful for every member of our Coyote family! 🐺💜

We ended our first semester by breaking bread together. We are incredibly grateful to our PTSO for providing a wonderful variety of delicious soups, salads, and desserts. They make us feel appreciated all year long. The meal and camaraderie were the perfect way to close out a successful first half of the year. We wish our families happy holidays. May you rest, recharge, and spend meaningful time with your loved ones. See you in 2026! 🎉

Dear Families,

Emergency medical services are currently at JCMS assisting a staff member who experienced a medical emergency. We want to assure you that there is no threat to the school, and all students are safe and continuing with their normal schedule.

We appreciate the quick and caring response of our staff, students, and EMS.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

Sincerely,
Principal Paz

Congratulations to our Boys Basketball Team and our Girls Soccer Team! We celebrated both teams at our sports banquet last night, and it was a wonderful way to honor an incredible season. We are deeply grateful to our Athletic Director, coaches, parents, and community for making the evening so special. Our student-athletes enjoyed a generous feast provided by our community partners, Pepsi and Little Caesars. The win was the perfect ending to a truly memorable season.

Hello JCMS Family! I hope you all had and are having a great Thanksgiving break. I just wanted to extend a Belated Happy Thanksgiving from some of our disguised turkeys at JCMS. They made it without being eaten because of their creative disguises. Including our President Trump Turkey. Coyotes, the Turkeys are very thankful for your designs that kept them hanging away from danger.

We would like to recognize our very own ELA teacher, Miss Macias! Despite her young age, she has already accomplished so much. She has proven herself to be an exceptional educator, and today she earned her Master’s in Educational Leadership. Great job, Miss Macias! 🎉👏

The lockdown drill is now complete. Thank you for your cooperation.

We are currently performing a lockdown drill. There is no emergency at this time.

We have ample room and tables inside the cafeteria, but they would rather scrunch together, under the sun, on their favorite bench. 💜

A little late but great! We're super proud of our students for earning Honor Roll, Principal's List, and Perfect Attendance during the first quarter of the year. We have a great bunch of students 💜 We can't wait to celebrate them again for their efforts in Quarter 2 which ends soon!

Congratulations to the JCMS Coyotes and their victory over Huber

We are currently experiencing issues with our NWEA testing platform, which means today’s testing will be postponed. Our team is actively troubleshooting and we hope to have the problem resolved by the end of the day. A revised testing schedule will be sent out as soon as we have more information. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Let's finish strong and have fun doing it! Join the fun this holiday season! ❤️💚❤️💚❤️💚

We would love your help! If you’ve taken any photos throughout the year, please share them with us. We want to make this year’s yearbook extra special by including candid, action, and impromptu shots of our students! Please use the link below: https://yearbookshare.com/eShare/?code=jcmscoyotes

Parents and Guardians, We will be testing next week in the areas of math, reading, and science. Please see attached documents for more details. We thank you in advance for your support!

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving, SVUSD Community! 🍁

This season, we are especially grateful for our incredible students, families, staff, and community partners. Thank you for choosing SVUSD and for helping make our district a place where Achieving Excellence Together is more than a motto—it's our everyday work.

We hope you enjoy a safe, joyful Thanksgiving surrounded by family and friends. All school and district offices are closed for the break, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on December 1.

From our SVUSD family to yours, Happy Thanksgiving! 💛🧡

🏀 Get Ready to Ball! 🏀 The SSVEC Basketball Camp is back — and it’s FREE! 🎉 We're teaming up with Positive Image Sports and the Boys & Girls Club of Sierra Vista to bring kids an unforgettable day of skills, drills, and fun! 📍 Where: Buena High School (5225 E. Buena School Blvd., Sierra Vista, AZ) 📅 When: Saturday, December 13, 2025 Session A: Ages 5–12 | 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM (Check-in begins at 8:30am) Session B: Ages 13–17 | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM (Check-in begins at 12:30pm) Learn from real pros Build confidence & teamwork Space is limited to 75 kids — and spots fill fast! Pre-registration ends December 8 — please don’t wait! Sign up today and give your basketball superstar a chance to shine! www.ssvecyouthprograms.org/forms/basketball2025

As we enter this season of gratitude, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to all of our incredible staff and families. Thank you for choosing Sierra Vista Unified School District and for the many ways you make our district a truly special place. Your commitment, support, and belief in our shared vision are what make our community strong.

I hope this Thanksgiving break gives each of you time to rest, recharge, and enjoy meaningful moments with family and friends. We wish you a happy, safe, and joy-filled holiday.

As a reminder, all schools and district offices will be closed during the Thanksgiving break. We look forward to welcoming everyone back on December 1.

Warmest wishes,
Terri Romo
Interim Superintendent
Sierra Vista Unified School District

Shout out to our Superintendent! Mrs. Romo came to JCMS to serve Thanksgiving meals to our students. 🦃 🥧 😋

🌿 Harvesting Health: A Sensory Experience
Family Outreach Event Hosted by SVUSD Therapy & Health Services
You're invited! Join us for a vibrant and interactive family outreach event designed to bring our community together in support of sensory understanding and wellness. Hosted by the Speech, Occupational, Physical Therapy, and Nursing/Health Departments of Sierra Vista Unified School District, this event promises a day full of learning, connection, and hands-on fun.
Wednesday, November 19th 4:30-6:30 PM
📍 Location:
Rothery Education Center Atria
3305 E. Fry Blvd, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635

🗓️ What to Expect:
• 🎨 Make & Take Activities
• 🧠 Immersive Sensory Experiences
• 📚 Educational Resources & Demonstrations
• 💬 Expert Guidance from SVUSD Therapy & Health Professionals
• 🤝 Opportunities to connect with other families and staff

Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply curious about sensory development, this event offers meaningful ways to explore and understand sensory needs in a supportive and engaging environment.

📞 Questions?
Contact Us:
Sierra Vista Unified School District -ESS Department
Phone: (520) 515-2798
We can't wait to see you there and celebrate the power of sensory learning together!