Welcome Back to School!
We're excited to welcome our students and families back for another amazing school year at SCV35!
The first day of school is Monday, August 3, 2026. We can't wait to see everyone back on campus, ready to learn, grow, and make new memories.
Before the first day, be sure to visit your school's website for important information about:
Student registration and orientations
Meet the Teacher events
Back-to-school updates and announcements
Let's make this school year our best one yet!
At SCV35, we Dream. Learn. Lead!

Please note that our 17th Annual Back-to-School Blitz has been moved to Coatimundi Middle School.
📍 NEW LOCATION:
Coatimundi Middle School
1412 W. Frontage Road
Rio Rico, AZ
📅 Saturday, July 11, 2026
⏰ 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
🎒 This event is open to currently enrolled Santa Cruz Valley USD No. 35 students only.
Please help us spread the word by sharing this important update with family and friends. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us for Calabasas School Scheduling Days and get everything you need to start the school year strong!
📅 July 21–23, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 SMPR – West Side Parking
Take care of:
✅ Cougar Apparel
✅ Annual Agreements
✅ Chromebook Insurance
✅ 6th–8th Grade Sports Physical Forms
✅ Student IDs
✅ Health Information
✅ Transportation
✅ ParentVUE
💙 Families are welcome any day! We look forward to seeing you there as we get ready for an amazing school year.

The SCV35 Summer Meal Program is currently underway, providing FREE breakfast and lunch meals to all children 18 years old and under.
Families may access meals at Rio Rico High School during designated meal times and at various community locations through the Santa Cruising Food Truck route. Please review the attached flyers for meal service dates, times, and locations.
⚠️ Important:
• Students must be present to receive a meal.
• If a student is not present, identification verifying the child's age must be provided in order to receive a meal on their behalf.
Thank you for helping us ensure meals are distributed in accordance with program requirements.
For questions or concerns, please call 520-375-8277.


SCV35 Summer Meal Program begins June 1st and runs through July 17th! Free breakfast and lunch meals will be available for children 18 years old and under at the scheduled community stops listed below. 🚍🍎
Please review the flyer carefully for stop locations and times. Students must be present to receive a meal.
For questions, please call 520-375-8277.

Check out our full summer session schedule. Registration opens Monday, May 25 at 8:00 AM. Spots are limited and classes will close once maximum participants are reached.
📌 Important Information:
• Children must be at least 5 years old to participate
• $40 registration fee per child, per session
• Session 1 classes are condensed into one week due to scheduled construction
• Pool will be CLOSED June 8–13 for construction
Parents can find the registration form here:
https://www.scv35.org/page/aquatic-center
We can’t wait for another fun summer at the pool! ☀️💦





Mrs. Alegria-Rivas, thank you for your dedication, leadership, and the positive impact you made at Calabasas. You will always be part of the Cougar family!
We wish you continued success as the new Principal at San Cayetano Elementary. Congratulations on this exciting new journey! 🎉

From learning and growth to achievements and unforgettable memories, this school year was one to celebrate.
Congratulations to all of our students on finishing strong! We are so proud of you!


Check out this summer opportunity to join the Co-Ed Youth Volleyball Camp!



Our Lost & Found is overflowing and this week is your FINAL chance to claim your missing items! 👕🧢💧
🚨 Stop by before Thursday!
Anything left behind will be donated and given a new home! 💙
Please review the attached parking map for tonight's 8th Grade Transition Ceremony. Thank you!

Tonight is our 8th Grade Transition Ceremony! We are excited to celebrate the Class of 2030 and this special milestone together. 🐾✨
📍 Rio Rico High School Stadium
📅 May 18, 2026
⏰ Students must arrive by 5:30 PM as ceremony begins promptly at 6:00 PM
👕 Dress Code: Navy blue polo & khaki pants
We look forward to celebrating our amazing students tonight!
Get ready for an exciting summer wrestling camp opportunity! Don’t miss out on the chance to build skills, stay active, and have fun this summer! 💪🐾

Please take a look a the items students are allowed to bring this Friday for Field Day. Thank you for your support!
Familias Cougar:
Por favor revisen los artículos que los estudiantes podrán traer este viernes para Field Day. ¡Gracias por su apoyo!


Today we celebrate the care, compassion, and dedication our school nurses show each and every day. From supporting student health to offering comfort and reassurance, they play such an important role in keeping our school community safe and thriving.
A special thank you to our amazing nurses, Nicole Peña and Nayeli Garcia, for the kindness and care you provide to our students. We are so grateful for all that you do! 💙✨


Our May Site Council Meeting is happening TODAY! Join us in person at the Calabasas Conference Room or connect virtually by scanning the QR code.
We hope to see you there! 🐾
📣 Familias Cougar 📣
¡Nuestra reunión del Consejo Escolar de mayo se lleva a cabo HOY! Acompáñenos en persona en la Sala de Conferencias de Calabasas o conéctense de manera virtual escaneando el código QR.
¡Esperamos verlos ahí! 🐾

