Want to support our students at no additional cost to you?
Through our Credit for Caring Program, Arizona taxpayers can support our schools’ extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, music programs, tutoring and so much more, while receiving a dollar-for-dollar credit toward their Arizona state taxes.
It’s a great way to give back and make a difference in the lives of our students!
Find more information in the attached flyers or visit our Business Services webpage:
https://www.scv35.org/page/business-services
Through our Credit for Caring Program, Arizona taxpayers can support our schools’ extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, music programs, tutoring and so much more, while receiving a dollar-for-dollar credit toward their Arizona state taxes.
It’s a great way to give back and make a difference in the lives of our students!
Find more information in the attached flyers or visit our Business Services webpage:
https://www.scv35.org/page/business-services
Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District No.35 District Office and all school sites will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.
We honor and express our deep gratitude to all veterans for their service and sacrifice. Normal operations will resume on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
We honor and express our deep gratitude to all veterans for their service and sacrifice. Normal operations will resume on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Want to be Above the Bar?
Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District No. 35 is hiring a Fixed Assets Technician for our District Office!
Key Responsibilities:
📦 Asset & Warehouse Logistics: Tag assets, track transfers, and assist with peak warehouse deliveries.
📊 Audits & Accounting: Perform annual inventory counts and reconcile monthly fixed asset ledgers.
✅ Compliance & Surplus: Maintain inventory standards, resolve discrepancies, and manage surplus disposal.
More job duties and full details can be found at www.scv35.org.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today!
🌐 Apply: www.scv35.org/page/human-resources
📞 Call: (520) 375-8267
Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District No. 35 is hiring a Fixed Assets Technician for our District Office!
Key Responsibilities:
📦 Asset & Warehouse Logistics: Tag assets, track transfers, and assist with peak warehouse deliveries.
📊 Audits & Accounting: Perform annual inventory counts and reconcile monthly fixed asset ledgers.
✅ Compliance & Surplus: Maintain inventory standards, resolve discrepancies, and manage surplus disposal.
More job duties and full details can be found at www.scv35.org.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today!
🌐 Apply: www.scv35.org/page/human-resources
📞 Call: (520) 375-8267
📚 SCV35 extends its sincere thanks to the Rio Rico Rotary Club for donating a dictionary to every third-grade student across the district!
This annual tradition is one that students look forward to each year. We loved seeing students explore their new dictionaries, from practicing sign language and discovering the longest word in the English language to finding interesting information about the planets. These dictionaries encourage curiosity, strengthen literacy skills, and provide students with a resource they can continue using throughout their educational journey. ✏️🪐
We are grateful to the Rio Rico Rotary Club for continuing this meaningful tradition and investing in the growth and success of our students!
This annual tradition is one that students look forward to each year. We loved seeing students explore their new dictionaries, from practicing sign language and discovering the longest word in the English language to finding interesting information about the planets. These dictionaries encourage curiosity, strengthen literacy skills, and provide students with a resource they can continue using throughout their educational journey. ✏️🪐
We are grateful to the Rio Rico Rotary Club for continuing this meaningful tradition and investing in the growth and success of our students!
SCV35 Coin Wars Ends This Friday! 🏁✨
In collaboration with the Rio Rico Rotary, we’re collecting loose change to help local families in need!
🎯 Goal: $1 per student!
Please send any spare coins to school with your student by Friday, November 6th. Every cent helps our community! ❤️
Have questions? Contact your school’s Parent Liaison.
A big thank you to the Rio Rico Rotary for recognizing our Calabasas staff members and Student of the Month for October! We are proud to celebrate these outstanding individuals and their dedication to making a positive difference in our school community.
Teacher of the Month: Mayra Del Corro
Mayra is an extraordinary third-grade teacher who brings passion, energy, and dedication to her classroom every day. She goes above and beyond to ensure her students have the support and guidance they need to succeed. She is also always willing to lend a helping hand and support her fellow teachers and staff whenever needed.
Support Staff Member of the Month: Maritza Riesgo
Maritza exemplifies the dedication and teamwork that make a school community thrive. Her hard work, reliability, and positive attitude make a difference across campus every day. Her behind-the-scenes efforts help keep everything running smoothly, and her commitment to supporting staff and students does not go unnoticed.
Student of the Month: Victoria Yanez
Victoria is a wonderful role model for her peers. She comes to school prepared, eager to learn, and ready to embrace new challenges. She also demonstrates outstanding leadership by looking out for her classmates, offering help when needed, and helping create a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone.
Congratulations to Mayra, Maritza, and Victoria! Thank you for all you do to make Calabasas a better, brighter place. We are proud to celebrate you!
Teacher of the Month: Mayra Del Corro
Mayra is an extraordinary third-grade teacher who brings passion, energy, and dedication to her classroom every day. She goes above and beyond to ensure her students have the support and guidance they need to succeed. She is also always willing to lend a helping hand and support her fellow teachers and staff whenever needed.
Support Staff Member of the Month: Maritza Riesgo
Maritza exemplifies the dedication and teamwork that make a school community thrive. Her hard work, reliability, and positive attitude make a difference across campus every day. Her behind-the-scenes efforts help keep everything running smoothly, and her commitment to supporting staff and students does not go unnoticed.
Student of the Month: Victoria Yanez
Victoria is a wonderful role model for her peers. She comes to school prepared, eager to learn, and ready to embrace new challenges. She also demonstrates outstanding leadership by looking out for her classmates, offering help when needed, and helping create a welcoming and supportive environment for everyone.
Congratulations to Mayra, Maritza, and Victoria! Thank you for all you do to make Calabasas a better, brighter place. We are proud to celebrate you!
📢 SCV35 Families, this is a friendly reminder that updated school calendars for the 2026–2027 and 2027–2028 school years were approved at our recent Governing Board meeting.
To align with changes to the state assessment window, state testing for grades 3–8 will now begin no earlier than the second week of April (starting April 12 in 2027). Because of this update, several dates in March and April have been adjusted.
Please see the attached calendar graphics to view the updated schedules, or visit the district homepage at scv35.org anytime for reference. Thank you for your continued partnership!
To align with changes to the state assessment window, state testing for grades 3–8 will now begin no earlier than the second week of April (starting April 12 in 2027). Because of this update, several dates in March and April have been adjusted.
Please see the attached calendar graphics to view the updated schedules, or visit the district homepage at scv35.org anytime for reference. Thank you for your continued partnership!
Want to be Above the Bar?
Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District No. 35 is hiring a Security Guard for Coatimundi Middle School/Rio Rico High School!
Key Responsibilities:
🛡️Campus & Event Safety: Monitor students during breaks, lunches, assemblies, and other events.
🏫 Classroom Presence: Provide standby support to keep classrooms calm and controlled.
🚦 Operations & Traffic: Direct traffic safely on site and issue work orders as needed.
⚠️ Note: This position requires weekend availability.
More job duties and full details can be found at www.scv35.org.
Ready to help keep our schools safe? Apply today!
🌐 Apply: www.scv35.org/page/human-resources
📞 Call: (520) 375-8267
Want to be Above the Bar?
Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District No. 35 is hiring a Fixed Assets Technician for our District Office!
Key Responsibilities:
📦 Asset & Warehouse Logistics: Tag assets, track transfers, and assist with peak warehouse deliveries.
📊 Audits & Accounting: Perform annual inventory counts and reconcile monthly fixed asset ledgers.
✅ Compliance & Surplus: Maintain inventory standards, resolve discrepancies, and manage surplus disposal.
More job duties and full details can be found at www.scv35.org.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today!
🌐 Apply: www.scv35.org/page/human-resources
📞 Call: (520) 375-8267
Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District No. 35 is hiring a Fixed Assets Technician for our District Office!
Key Responsibilities:
📦 Asset & Warehouse Logistics: Tag assets, track transfers, and assist with peak warehouse deliveries.
📊 Audits & Accounting: Perform annual inventory counts and reconcile monthly fixed asset ledgers.
✅ Compliance & Surplus: Maintain inventory standards, resolve discrepancies, and manage surplus disposal.
More job duties and full details can be found at www.scv35.org.
Ready to make an impact? Apply today!
🌐 Apply: www.scv35.org/page/human-resources
📞 Call: (520) 375-8267
🎨 October is Arts Month in Santa Cruz County, and we were proud to recognize SCV35’s outstanding art teachers at our most recent Governing Board meeting. Superintendent David Verdugo and our Governing Board members presented certificates of appreciation in recognition of their dedication and contributions to our students.
Our art teachers do so much more than teach students how to create art. They help students build confidence, express themselves, explore new perspectives, and discover their creative potential. From preparing student artwork for the Santa Cruz County Fair, the Tubac Festival of the Arts, and other competitions to collaborating on community mural projects, they create opportunities for students to share their talents beyond the classroom.
Their dedication, creativity, and passion for the arts make a lasting impact on our students and inspire the next generation of artists and creative thinkers.
Thank you to our SCV35 art teachers for all you do to help our students’ creativity shine! ⭐
Calabasas School: Elisabeth Hughes and Luz Andrade
Coatimundi Middle School: Thomas McIlrath
Mountain View Elementary School: Mark Dittmar
Rio Rico High School: Miguel A. Grijalva
San Cayetano Elementary School: Aimee Loustaunau
Our art teachers do so much more than teach students how to create art. They help students build confidence, express themselves, explore new perspectives, and discover their creative potential. From preparing student artwork for the Santa Cruz County Fair, the Tubac Festival of the Arts, and other competitions to collaborating on community mural projects, they create opportunities for students to share their talents beyond the classroom.
Their dedication, creativity, and passion for the arts make a lasting impact on our students and inspire the next generation of artists and creative thinkers.
Thank you to our SCV35 art teachers for all you do to help our students’ creativity shine! ⭐
Calabasas School: Elisabeth Hughes and Luz Andrade
Coatimundi Middle School: Thomas McIlrath
Mountain View Elementary School: Mark Dittmar
Rio Rico High School: Miguel A. Grijalva
San Cayetano Elementary School: Aimee Loustaunau
Happy Fall Break, SCV35! 🍂
We hope our students and families enjoy a restful and relaxing fall break! Please see the following slides for the operating hours of our school sites and district offices during the break.
We hope our students and families enjoy a restful and relaxing fall break! Please see the following slides for the operating hours of our school sites and district offices during the break.
🛍️✨ Attention, students! Thrift ’Til You Drop is back for Fall Break! ✨🛍️
All K-12 students are invited to stop by the SCV35 District Office and “thrift” for gently used clothing at no cost. Find something you love, refresh your wardrobe, and enjoy a little Fall Break shopping on us!
📅 Tuesday & Wednesday, October 13–14
⏰ 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
📍 SCV35 District Office, 570 Camino Lito Galindo, Rio Rico
K-5 students must be accompanied by an adult.
Come by, find something you love, and enjoy some free Fall Break shopping! 🛍️
All K-12 students are invited to stop by the SCV35 District Office and “thrift” for gently used clothing at no cost. Find something you love, refresh your wardrobe, and enjoy a little Fall Break shopping on us!
📅 Tuesday & Wednesday, October 13–14
⏰ 8:00 AM–3:30 PM
📍 SCV35 District Office, 570 Camino Lito Galindo, Rio Rico
K-5 students must be accompanied by an adult.
Come by, find something you love, and enjoy some free Fall Break shopping! 🛍️
📚 Happy National Instructional Coach Appreciation Day!
Today, we celebrate and recognize our incredible instructional coaches across SCV35! Our instructional coaches provide valuable guidance and support to our teachers, assist with curriculum integration, and collaborate with educators to create more opportunities for success for all students.
We are incredibly grateful for the time, knowledge, dedication, and support they provide to our teachers, students, and families each day. Thank you for all you do to help our educators grow and our students thrive! ✨
Please join us in celebrating our SCV35 instructional coaches! ⭐️
Today, we celebrate and recognize our incredible instructional coaches across SCV35! Our instructional coaches provide valuable guidance and support to our teachers, assist with curriculum integration, and collaborate with educators to create more opportunities for success for all students.
We are incredibly grateful for the time, knowledge, dedication, and support they provide to our teachers, students, and families each day. Thank you for all you do to help our educators grow and our students thrive! ✨
Please join us in celebrating our SCV35 instructional coaches! ⭐️
🏊♂️ Now Hiring Lifeguards! 🛟
The SCV35 Aquatic Center is looking for responsible, dependable lifeguards who are available to work year-round.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
Interested? Scan the QR code on the graphic or visit our Human Resources webpage (https://www.scv35.org/page/human-resources) to apply!
SCV35 is an equal opportunity employer.
The SCV35 Aquatic Center is looking for responsible, dependable lifeguards who are available to work year-round.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old.
Interested? Scan the QR code on the graphic or visit our Human Resources webpage (https://www.scv35.org/page/human-resources) to apply!
SCV35 is an equal opportunity employer.
Today, on National Custodian Appreciation Day, we celebrate and recognize our SSC Services for Education team! 🎉
From keeping our schools clean and welcoming to caring for our grounds and maintaining our facilities, their hard work behind the scenes helps keep SCV35 running smoothly each day.
Thank you to our SSC team for all that you do for our students, staff, schools, and District. We appreciate you! 👏
From keeping our schools clean and welcoming to caring for our grounds and maintaining our facilities, their hard work behind the scenes helps keep SCV35 running smoothly each day.
Thank you to our SSC team for all that you do for our students, staff, schools, and District. We appreciate you! 👏
Last night, Superintendent David Verdugo spent time with teens and staff at the Amado Youth Center, sharing his personal journey to becoming a superintendent and discussing the importance of working hard in school, setting goals, and preparing for the future.
Mr. Verdugo also spoke about the importance of embracing your culture, making a difference in your community, and finding ways to give back. Students had the opportunity to talk about their own goals and the steps they can take today to prepare for their futures.
We are grateful to the Amado Youth Center for welcoming us and for being such a valuable resource and source of support for youth in our community. SCV35 was also happy to provide students with free school supplies to take home and use throughout the school year.
Thank you, Amado Youth Center, for the opportunity to connect with and support our youth!
Mr. Verdugo also spoke about the importance of embracing your culture, making a difference in your community, and finding ways to give back. Students had the opportunity to talk about their own goals and the steps they can take today to prepare for their futures.
We are grateful to the Amado Youth Center for welcoming us and for being such a valuable resource and source of support for youth in our community. SCV35 was also happy to provide students with free school supplies to take home and use throughout the school year.
Thank you, Amado Youth Center, for the opportunity to connect with and support our youth!
At our most recent Governing Board meeting, Superintendent David Verdugo and the SCV35 Governing Board recognized members of the Santa Cruz County Public Works Department for their continued partnership, dedication, and support of our District.
Congratulations and thank you to Howdy Aguilar, Santa Cruz County Superintendent of Roads, Ramon Ibarra, Santa Cruz County Assistant Superintendent of Roads, Luis Acedo, and Lysette Sanchez for your hard work and commitment to serving Santa Cruz County.
We also appreciated having Chris Young, Deputy County Manager, join us as we recognized the strong relationship between Santa Cruz County and Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District No. 35.
Thank you for all you do to support our schools, students, and the communities we serve!
Congratulations and thank you to Howdy Aguilar, Santa Cruz County Superintendent of Roads, Ramon Ibarra, Santa Cruz County Assistant Superintendent of Roads, Luis Acedo, and Lysette Sanchez for your hard work and commitment to serving Santa Cruz County.
We also appreciated having Chris Young, Deputy County Manager, join us as we recognized the strong relationship between Santa Cruz County and Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District No. 35.
Thank you for all you do to support our schools, students, and the communities we serve!
Thank you to all of the families who attended our SCV35 English Learner Family Literacy and Resource Night!
The event provided Districtwide English Learner students and their families with books, strategies to support language development, information about our Structured English Immersion Program, and valuable community resources.
A special thank you to the following community organizations for joining us and for their continued support of our district, students, and families:
Rio Rico Rotary
Tubac Rotary
Mariposa Community Health Center
Arizona@Work
MIKID
Nogales Library
First Things First Child and Family Resources
Santa Cruz County Superintendent’s Office
We also extend our appreciation to our Teaching, Learning, & Assessing Department for all they do to support our students and families! 📚
The event provided Districtwide English Learner students and their families with books, strategies to support language development, information about our Structured English Immersion Program, and valuable community resources.
A special thank you to the following community organizations for joining us and for their continued support of our district, students, and families:
Rio Rico Rotary
Tubac Rotary
Mariposa Community Health Center
Arizona@Work
MIKID
Nogales Library
First Things First Child and Family Resources
Santa Cruz County Superintendent’s Office
We also extend our appreciation to our Teaching, Learning, & Assessing Department for all they do to support our students and families! 📚
Tomorrow is HR Professionals Day, and we’re taking the opportunity to celebrate our amazing SCV35 Human Resources team! 💙
Please join us in recognizing:
• Karen Guilmette, HR Manager
• Blanca Vega, HR Secretary
• Maria Rivera, HR Technician
• Karina Matus, HR Office Specialist
Thank you for your dedication, support, and the important work you do for our employees and SCV35 each day. We appreciate all that you do!
Please join us in recognizing:
• Karen Guilmette, HR Manager
• Blanca Vega, HR Secretary
• Maria Rivera, HR Technician
• Karina Matus, HR Office Specialist
Thank you for your dedication, support, and the important work you do for our employees and SCV35 each day. We appreciate all that you do!
Check out our September District Newsletter! 📰
Take a look at the latest updates, highlights, and celebrations happening across SCVUSD#35 and our schools.
Click the link below to check it out! 👇
https://app.smore.com/n/vk0jt
Take a look at the latest updates, highlights, and celebrations happening across SCVUSD#35 and our schools.
Click the link below to check it out! 👇
https://app.smore.com/n/vk0jt