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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 12m

Ms. Myers has been a Bobcat for 21 years as a teacher, dean, and principal since 2022. Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and community!

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 12m

DVUSD celebrates our school leaders all month long as National Principals Month continues with a spotlight on a cornerstone at Copper Creek Elementary-- Christina Myers!

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 18h

Previously an AP at Union Park, Mrs. Ghanooni was selected as the school's new principal in 2023, where she has helped the Toros succeed in a rapidly growing region of the district. Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and community!

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 18h

DVUSD salutes our school leaders during National Principals Month, as we honor a principal who went from the ER to the UP-- Union Park School principal Lauren Ghanooni!

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 19h

REMINDER: We're back to our 90-minute PLC early releases Friday, starting tomorrow through November 21.

There's a full day of learning in an early release day! Be in class on time all the time to get the most out of your school day.

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 22h

🎵 "Turkey for the girls and turkey for the boys..." 🎵

We're gearing up for a feast of breakfast and lunch treats this November. See the new K-8 menus on your school's cafeteria page, or at DVUSD.org/menus.

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 23h

The Deer Valley Education Foundation has supported DVUSD teachers and students since 1986.

DVEF's next fundraiser is Tuesday, December 2 at the Peoria Sports Complex. Learn more about this fun bingo night and basket raffle, or make a donation, at dvef.org/bingo.

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 23h

Mr. Larter was DVUSD's 2024 assistant principal of the year while at Hillcrest Middle School, and is getting the students at Desert Sky ready for life in high school and beyond. Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and community!

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 23h

DVUSD's National Principals Month celebrations continue as we honor the newest Thunderbolt at Desert Sky Middle School, Scott Larter!

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 1d

Ms. Martelli had recently served as AP at Park Meadows and Sunset Ridge, and now gets to lead the school her own children attended! Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and community.

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 1d

DVUSD continues the National Principals Month celebrations all month long, with a sunny spotlight on the sunny new principal at Sunrise Elementary School, Michelle Martelli!

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 1d

See the schedule at DVUSD.org/futurefreshman.

PRO TIP: If you're considering enrolling at a high school outside of your zoned school, attend the future freshman night at both schools for a better comparison of schools and student opportunities.

Future Freshmen - Deer Valley Unified School District

DVUSD.org

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 1d

Attention families of DVUSD 8th grade students: Your child is only 4 1/2 years away from this cap and gown moment!

Future freshman nights start November 3, and offer students and their families a chance to learn more about high school opportunities at all of our A-rated high schools.

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 1d

A few raindrops couldn't stop the O'Connor students (and candy seekers) from enjoying their 2025 homecoming parade. The Eagles host district rival Boulder Creek in varsity football this Friday night at 7.

Sandra Day O'Connor High School Homecoming Parade 2025

YouTube video by Deer Valley Unified School District

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 1d

What does the DVUSD Override fund, and what effects are being seen since the 2024 Override measure didn't pass?

DVUSD teachers share their thoughts, and how you can get more information on the mail-in ballot election this year.

DVUSD Override Information From DVUSD Teachers

YouTube video by Deer Valley Unified School District

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

DVUSD honors our campus leaders this National Principals Month, with a salute to Greenbrier principal Cindy Mills!

Once a DVUSD teacher, Ms. Mills has lead the Sidewinders since 2023 to exciting educational adventures daily. Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and community!

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

Leading the charge of the Stallions since 2021, Mrs. Dyer-Hurdon helped Stetson Hills earn its third A+ School of Excellence designation during the 2024-25 school year. Thank you for all you do for our students, staff, and community!

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

DVUSD continues our salute to our principals during National Principals Month, with a spotlight on the leader at Stetson Hills School, Brittany Dyer-Hurdon!

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

It's a fantasy we've all had-- if a large sum of money ended up in your hands, how would you spend it? We asked our DVUSD student-athletes what they would do if $1,000 was handed to them right then and there.

Just Asking! What Would You Do If We Gave You $1,000 Right Now?

YouTube video by Deer Valley Unified School District

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

Visit DVUSD.org/kinderevents for the kindergarten preview night at your child's next school.

Fall Kindergarten Events - Deer Valley Unified School District

DVUSD.org

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

Learn more about DVUSD kindergarten events by visiting your child's campus!

While campus tours are available for all DVUSD schools throughout the year, kinder preview nights in November are kindergarten-themed open houses for parents as enrollment for the 2026-27 school year begins November 3.

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

Gifted education programs challenge advanced learners, and a variety of specialty programs meet all student needs and interests.

Learn more about the DVUSD Override and the upcoming election at DVUSD.org/election.

2025 DVUSD Override Election

2025 Election - Deer Valley Unified School District

DVUSD.org

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

DVUSD provides comprehensive support services to help students thrive academically and personally.

Academic counselors guide students in goal setting, while school nurses ensure health and wellness.

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Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

After 11 years of leading Terramar Academy of the Arts to A+ School of Excellence status, Mrs. Wieser made the jump to high school this past summer. DVUSD thanks you for all you do for our students, staff, and community!

Deer Valley Unified School District @dvusd.bsky.social · 2d

Our National Principals Month celebrations continue with a spotlight on the newest Bulldog at Barry Goldwater High School, Sharon Wieser!

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