SVUSD eNewsletter
June 3, 2022
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Wishing all of our SVUSD families and staff a happy and safe summer! |
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Diablos Softball
Win League Championship
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Congratulations to Mission Viejo HS Softball for winning the 2022 CIF-South Coast Division II League Championship!
Best of luck at Regionals! Go Diablos!
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School News
Role Call
June Edition
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The June 2022 Edition of the School News Roll Call magazine is now available! Read highlights from each of our schools and divisions.
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SVUSD Free Summer Music Camp |
Join us this summer for Saddleback Valley Unified’s FREE Summer Music Camp! Now open to SVUSD students in incoming Grades 5-8! This two week camp will provide students an opportunity to build valuable skills, knowledge, and experience for the school year while collaborating with other growing musicians throughout our district. Check out the flyer and sign up today!
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Parenting OC Readers' Choice Nominations |
It's that time of year again! Parenting OC's Readers' Choice Awards Nominations are OPEN!
Get your school and our District nominated for Reader's Choice Awards! Parents and staff are encouraged to nominate your school!
Use the link below to enter your nominations:
Nomination Period: Now - June 5th
Voting Period starts June 20th
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Student Designs Cielo Vista's
Hawks Way Poster
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Tara Yeh, 6th grade, has designed Cielo Vista Elementary's new Hawks Way poster with the PBIS traits chosen by staff!
Principal Dr. Hansell observed Tara's artistic talents and asked her if she might consider designing a new poster. Tara often doodles at recess, enjoys graphic arts, and is known to be a talented artist. She created this masterpiece on a digital platform!
Tara’s artistic legacy is assured as she transitions to seventh grade in Washington state! Thank you Tara!
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MVHS Named National Unified Champion School |
Mission Viejo High School received Special Olympics National Banner Recognition this year for their efforts in providing inclusive sports and activities for students with and without disabilities on their campus.
MVHS has been part of the Special Olympics Unified Champion School program for the past four years, and received this honor as a result of meeting national standards of excellence in the areas of inclusion, advocacy and respect. Along with Whole School Engagement and Inclusive Youth Leadership, MVHS offers Unified Sports, Unified PE, and Unified Track and Field.
Congrats MVHS on all your inclusive efforts!
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Interested in learning about SVUSD's online and blended learning school? Complete the interest list form to receive more information as well as dates for upcoming Q & A meetings!
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Linda Vista IB Primary Years Program |
On Wednesday, May 25th, Linda Vista Elementary celebrated its International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program authorization! This has been a five year journey that started with the vision of Superintendent Dr. Crystal Turner. The vision was to bring IB to our youngest students. We were joined by our Superintendent, SVUSD Board Vice President Barbara Schulman, SVUSD Board Member Susie Swartz, Ms. Trish Kelley and Mr. Brian Goodall from the City of Mission Viejo, and all of our teachers and students. It was a wonderful night for all! |
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Trabuco Hills High School Unified Track
and Field Compete at State
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On May 27th, Trabuco Hills HS Unified Track and Field competed at the CIF Track and Field State Championships at Buchanan High School in Clovis CA. The Unified Mustangs returned home with several victories!
The boys Unified 100m pair took home the State Title along with the girls Unified 4x100m relay. The Trabuco Hills girls Unified Shot Put pair each set personal records while finishing second.
- Boys Unified 100m pair: Tyler Harvey and Dominic McComas
- Girls Unified 4x100m relay: Sheridan Nove, Karina Barrios, Sasha DeJong and Emma Berry
- Girls Unified Shot Put pair: Rylyn Shields and Karina Barrios
Five out of the ten CIF sections competed in the three Unified events offered in the state meet. This was the first time that Unified events were offered at the CIF Track & Field State Championships. Congratulations to all!
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2022 Classified Employees of the Year |
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Every spring in Saddleback Valley Unified School District, in conjunction with CSEA, school sites and divisions have the opportunity to choose a Classified Employee of the Year. We always look forward to the opportunity to recognize this important branch of employees and the integral work they perform. We appreciate our Classified Employees every day.
Five honorees, representing different categories, are selected as SVUSD Classified Employees of the Year. Each of the five honorees will submit applications for Orange County Classified Employee of the Year. Congratulations to Christina Bledsoe (Food and Nutrition Services), Debbie Cordero (Clerical and Administrative Services), Yvonne Debolt (Paraprofessional), Amira Hana (Security Services), and Pedro Perez (Custodial and Maintenance Services), our 2022 SVUSD Classified Employees of the Year.
Congratulations to all of our Classified Employees of the Year!
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Saddleback Valley Education
Foundation Scholarships
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Ethan Knoll, El Toro HS
Dr. Walter Cascell Scholarship
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Sarah Harris, Trabuco Hills HS
Saddleback Valley Educational Foundation
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Devin Limon, Silverado HS
Mission Viejo Company Scholarship
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Kelly Houlihan, Trabuco Hills HS
Saddleback Valley Educational Foundation
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Hailey Winston, Mission Viejo
Mission Viejo Company Scholarship
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Theodore Thai, Mission Viejo
Saddleback Valley Educational Foundation
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Jacob Tescher, Trabuco Hills
Mission Viejo Company Scholarship
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The Saddleback Valley Education Foundation (SVEF) proudly presents many scholarships to SVUSD’s graduating seniors. Congratulations to the following 2022 recipients:
Dr. Walter Cascell Scholarship: The scholarship is endowed by the Cascell family in memory of Dr. Walter Cascell, in thanks for educating their children. Congratulations to Ethan Knoll from El Toro High School.
Saddleback Valley Educational Foundation (SVEF): The SVEF Scholarships are awarded to exceptionally qualified students who exhibit outstanding academic abilities and sheer determination. This year’s recipients are
Theodore (Theo) Thai, Mission Viejo High School
Sarah Harris, Trabuco Hills High School
Kelly Houlihan, Trabuco Hills High School
Mission Viejo Company Scholarship: The Mission Viejo Co. Scholarships are given to one deserving student from each high school in the Saddleback Valley Unified School District, residing in Mission Viejo. Congratulations to
Jacob Tescher, Trabuco Hills High School
Hailey Winston, Mission Viejo High School
Devin Limon, Silverado High School
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Del Cerro Elementary School Enjoys
Families Picnic
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Del Cerro recently enjoyed welcoming families back on campus to eat lunch with their children and friends. Families ate lunch picnic-style on the grass while reconnecting with one another and meeting new friends too.
After lunch, families were invited to play recess games with their children. Our PTA has purchased new recess games for our students-4 in a Row, lawn bowling, Jenga, cross net, spike ball, etc.
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De Portola Elementary Outstanding PAL Program Award |
De Portola Elementary School had a surprise visit from OCDE’s Dierdre Hill on May 10th to award their PAL program students with the county’s Outstanding PAL Program Award. De Portola is one of two elementary schools, and five schools total, in the county to be awarded this honor through a competitive nomination process.
De Portola's PAL group received the one-time Perseverance Award last year and their advisor Mrs. Lodge also received a Perseverance Leadership award.
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SVUSD VAPA Award Nominations |
Congratulations to our incredible SVUSD VAPA educators on their Orange County Music and Arts Administrators Awards nominations!
- Linda Curtis, Elementary Instrumental Music Educator Finalist
- Chris Hixson, Secondary Theatre Educator Finalist
We are so proud of their accomplishments and honored by their service to our district’s visual and performing arts students!
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Five MVHS students participated in the annual Orange County Automotive Dealers Association (OCADA) technical competition on May 7th. Their accomplishments were incredible! All five earned a $750 scholarship and four placed in the top 10!
Cooper Call - 5th place
Logan Michel - 1st place
Kevin Stewart - 6th place
Mason Widner - 3rd place
Andrew Puck
Toyota will donate an entire engine to MVHS Automotive as a result of placing in the top three spots.
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El Toro High School Mental Health Fair
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El Toro High School hosted its annual Mental Health Fair on May 4th. ETHS collaborated with ten local community agencies, as well as the SVUSD Mental Wellness Team, to create an opportunity for students to learn more about the resources available to them and their families and to learn more about how to practice positive mental health in their daily lives.
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Silverado HS Student Receives Kiwanis Award |
Abe Lincona was recognized by the Mission Viejo Kiwanis with the Award of Achievement. Abe was selected by the Silverado staff for his hard work and great attitude. Abe is a member of the Silverado School Site Counsel and is part of the Culinary Arts class. Abe is a fantastic young person who always wants to help and always has a smile. |
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Saddleback Valley Parent Teacher Association |
Help strengthen our community & make an impact by joining one or more of our SVUSD school PTAs. |
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Saddleback Valley Educational Foundation |
The Saddleback Valley Educational Foundation (SVEF) is dedicated to supporting SVUSD in our efforts to maintain a high quality educational program with a priority to impact STEM access for all students. Check out SVEF's website for programs, and contribution and volunteer opportunities. |
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Superintendent
Dr. Crystal Turner
Board of Trustees
President
Amanda Morrell
Vice President
Barbara Schulman
Clerk
Dr. Edward Wong
Members
Suzie R. Swartz
Greg Kunath
Student Member of the Board
Kaitlyn Heinecke
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