Pueblo Del Sol Elementary

Kindergarten has had an action packed first week back after our winter break!  There has been lots of excitement and learning happening with the introduction of our new ELA centers.  We have upgraded from matching capital and lowercase letters and beginning sound centers and replaced it with beanbag "sight" word toss, hide and seek cvc word/picture matching and wipe on wipe off cvc word blending. Writing on our special cabinet paper has been like a magic trick and who doesn't like tossing a beanbag.  Best part is all the learning that is happening and the excitement that is heard when they get it correct.  Who says learning can't be fun?

The PDS teachers and staff created a wonderful holiday show for our students right before winter break to celebrate the season and welcome the New Year. We are truly grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make PDS such a special community. We wish everyone a very happy holiday filled with joy, rest, and good health in the coming year, and we look forward to welcoming our students back as we begin the New Year together! ✨🎄

On Thursday, December 18th, Pueblo del Sol Student Council teamed up with Buena’s JROTC to host the first-ever Reindeer Run at PDS! Families showed up in their most festive outfits and coziest holiday pajamas, ready for a jolly good time. JROTC kept the energy high with running games and line dances, and prizes were awarded for Most Spirited, Best Effort, and Best Dressed. Laughter, music, and holiday cheer filled the afternoon, making it a fun and memorable event for everyone!

All district and school offices will be closed for Winter Break as we take time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the season.

We can’t wait to welcome everyone back on January 5, when students return to school.

Wishing you a safe, joyful, and relaxing winter break!
Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year! 🎄✨

On Tuesday, December 18th, Pueblo Del Sol Student Council hosted their first annual Holiday Art Gala. Student Council provided canvases for each student, and under the direction of our art teacher, Ms. Rosado, students created art pieces inspired by some of the great masters. Families enjoyed the opportunity to purchase artwork, create crafts, and decorate cookies alongside their students. The evening was filled with creativity, joy, and celebration, and it was truly inspiring to see the excitement families shared over their students’ artwork. We look forward to hosting more family engagement nights in the coming new year.

📚👑 Sixth Graders Are Falling in Love with Reading! 👑📚

Our 6th graders are rising to the challenge by reading and earning points for every book they complete. Their goal is 30 points by the end of the quarter—and they are crushing it!

🎉 Shoutout to Isabel, who earned an incredible 47 points and took home Quarter 1’s Reading Crown!

Way to go, readers! Keep turning those pages and reaching new goals! 📖✨

SGT. Louden brought some of Buena’s finest JROTC leaders to Pueblo Del Sol’s Student Council meeting, where they shared their roles and experiences in ROTC. One message that truly stood out was the importance of empathy when working with others. During the meeting, PDS StuCo and ROTC discussed how they will collaborate on an upcoming project for the school, and StuCo was enthusiastic about working with them. Having older students work alongside our younger students teaches the power of collaboration and shows what true leadership is all about. To end the meeting on a fun note, ROTC challenged StuCo to a friendly push-up contest, bringing lots of laughter and excitement to the room.

Pueblo Del Sol Student Council had the privilege of working alongside our local law enforcement officers to spread holiday cheer. Together, they helped officers provide Christmas cheer by shopping with and supporting over 160 families.

Good Afternoon Families,

I wanted to share a quick update with you. After lunch today, while staff were cleaning the cafeteria, a small electrical issue was observed when a socket began to smoke. As a precaution, the fire department was called to assess the situation.

At the time, no students were in the cafeteria, and there is no danger to students or staff. The issue has been addressed, and everything is safe.

All activities, including the Reindeer Run, will continue as scheduled today.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Thank you,
Principal McDaniel

🎄🚓 Deputy Jason Brings Holiday Cheer to 6th Grade! 🚓🎄

Deputy Jason from the Cochise County Sheriff's Department joined our 6th grade Dust Devils for some festive fun! He dove right into the Christmas Rate and Roll activity, helping students practice ratio, rates, and unit rates in a lively, hands-on way.

His enthusiasm turned math review into a game, and the students loved every minute of it! 🎉 We’re so thankful for his energy and support in making learning fun this holiday season. #CommunityPartnership #LearningIsFun

This weekend, Pueblo Del Sol’s Student Council teamed up with Huachuca Mountain’s Student Council to volunteer at two meaningful community events. Their first stop was with the Kiwanis Club, where they helped wrap gifts for the Stocking Stuffer Program knowing these presents would bring joy to local families during the holiday season. Later, they headed to Santa on the West End, where they helped with decorating cookies, handing out gifts, and helping with games to make the afternoon magical for children. It was a heartwarming day filled with service, compassion, and community spirit.

📚🤝 Learning Is Better Together! 🤝📚

Our 6th graders at PDS teamed up with their 2nd grade buddies for a fun game of spelling charades! The 6th graders supported their buddies by giving clues, guiding sentence writing, and practicing spelling together.

✨ The results? 100% of our 2nd graders earned a perfect score on this week’s spelling test!

We are so proud of both our leaders and our learners—way to go, PDS! 🎉📖

PDS Kindergartners got a surprise visit from the one and only......."Grinch" They got to enjoy a read aloud story, while that silly Grinch made funny faces at them and enjoyed hearing about all his past adventures before his heart finally grew 3 sizes! The kids got to all take a pictu

PDS Student Council will be hosting a Holiday Art Gallery! Every student at PDS has created a special piece of art for our silent auction! Come join us for an afternoon of fun! We will have art pieces to bid on, cookie decorating, and crafts. It's sure to be a fun event!

Pueblo Del Sol Student Council volunteered to place wreaths on the graves of our fallen soldiers at Veterans Memorial Cemetery with Wreaths Across America. It's a meaningful way to teach them the importance of remembering our fallen soldiers and honoring the lives of those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Moments like this help them understand gratitude, service, and the lasting impact of remembering those who served.

Freedom is never more than one generation away from extinction. We didn't pass it to our children in the bloodstream. It must be fought for, protected, and handed on for them to do the same.~Ronald Reagan.

🪩 SVUSD Elementary School Open Houses – Join Us! 🏫✨

We invite all families to visit our SVUSD elementary schools during our upcoming open houses! This is a wonderful opportunity to tour campuses, meet principals and staff, and learn more about the incredible programs happening across our district.

Come explore, ask questions, and see what makes each school unique.

📍 Village Meadows Elementary
• Dec 2: 8–10 AM
• Dec 3: 5–6:30 PM
• Dec 5: 1–3 PM

📍 PDS & Carmichael Elementary
• Dec 2: 9–11 AM & 1–3 PM
• Dec 4: 3:30–5:30 PM

📍 Town & Country Elementary
• Dec 2: 8:30–10:30 AM
• Dec 3: 3:15–5:15 PM
• Dec 4: 12:30–2:30 PM

We hope to see you there as you explore all the wonderful learning communities across SVUSD! 💙🤝✨

#AchievingExcellenceTogether #SVUSD #ElementaryOpenHouse

🦃 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! 💛🧡

As we head into the holiday break, we want to take a moment to express our gratitude for our amazing students, dedicated teachers, and supportive families. This season reminds us how important it is to appreciate the people who help us learn, grow, and succeed every day.

We hope your Thanksgiving is filled with warmth, laughter, good food, and quality time with the people you care about. Enjoy the well-deserved break, and we’ll see you back refreshed and ready for more learning!

Wishing you a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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