Join Dr. Winters at an upcoming Community Forum. Come participate in an open forum where community opinions are valued. Let’s discuss the upcoming Bond and Override Election and collaborate for meaningful progress.
6 days ago, SMUSD
Community Forums
🌟 Our amazing occupational therapy team is making magic happen! 🌟

Through creativity, patience, and expertise, they are helping our students strengthen their fine motor skills — from writing ✏️ to heavy work 💪 and everything in between. Their dedication ensures every milestone is celebrated and every step forward is supported. 💙

We are incredibly proud of our students' hard work and grateful for the OT team's support along the way! 🙌 #OccupationalTherapy #TeamworkInAction #StudentSuccess
12 days ago, Deeana Arrowood
Student working on fine motor skills.
Student work on gross motor skills. (Crossing Middle Line)
Please see this message from Dr. Winters.
https://youtu.be/UIxFOgK_8hY
13 days ago, Joel Wisser
We have an upcoming bond and election and all ballots will be mailed October 8th. If the bond and override do not pass many student programs will be reduced and/or eliminated and new schools will not be able to be built.
14 days ago, Liz Giacovelli
SMUSD bond and override
Saddle Mountain staff modeling a growth mindset by participating in Kagan Cooperative Learning Strategies on a non-work day!#EveryoneLearnsEveryday #WeAreSaddleMountain
14 days ago, Liz Giacovelli
SMUSD staff
TVHS students participated in the Arizona Diamondbacks FUTURESHAPER Robotics Competition sponsored by Honeywell today. After a record setting day, the team walked away with a second place trophy and a check for $1500 towards their robotics program. Congratulations and well done for all the hard work.
18 days ago, SMUSD
FUTURESHAPER Robotics Competition
FUTURESHAPER Robotics Competition
FUTURESHAPER Robotics Competition
Good morning, there may be transportation delays this morning due to an accident on I-10. We hope you have a wonderful Friday and thank you for your patience.
25 days ago, SMUSD
SMUSD teachers and counselors that have a growth mindset and are participating in Aspiring Principals Year one Cohort!!
about 1 month ago, Liz Giacovelli
Aspiring Principals Year 1 Cohort
Big News from the Arizona State IDEA Conference!

We’re so proud to share that Saddle Mountain Unified School District was recognized for several outstanding achievements in special education!

-Our amazing Preschool Team was celebrated for completing evaluations on time and getting students the support they need by age 3!
-Our Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Program and Buddy Program were also highlighted for helping students build friendships, confidence, and a strong sense of community.

We’re honored to be recognized at the state level and so grateful for the incredible staff, students, and families who make this possible.
about 1 month ago, Liz Giacovelli
Saddle Mountain Special Education Staff
IDEA Conference award  earned by SMUSD!
🌟 Welcome to our newest Saddle Mountain teachers! 🌟
Today, they dove into cooperative group strategies—building skills to foster collaboration, communication, and success in their classrooms. 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫
We’re so excited to see the positive impact they’ll make with their students this year. 💡✨ #WeareSaddleMountain
about 1 month ago, Patti Thompson
New Teachers

Last Call!!

Are you interested in joining a super fun, interactive, creative Odyssey of the Mind team for the 2025-2026 school year? We are now accepting interest forms for 3rd-12th grade students. Click here for more details. https://forms.gle/LFHVMpck5cW3wCmHA

about 1 month ago, SMUSD
Odyssey of the Mind Interest Form
Are you interested in joining a super fun, interactive, creative Odyssey of the Mind team for the 2025-2026 school year? We are now accepting interest forms for 3rd-12th grade students. Click here for more details. https://forms.gle/LFHVMpck5cW3wCmHA
about 2 months ago, SMUSD
Odyssey of the Mind Interest Form
Welcome back to school! Check out the first edition of the Saddle Mountain Shoutout for the 2025-2026 school year. https://smusd.edurooms.com/engage/smusd/newsletters/aug-2025-saddle-mountain-shoutout
about 2 months ago, SMUSD
Saddle Mountain Shoutout!
We are so excited about partnering with Frios Pops again this year. They support our district's Odyssey of the Mind program and this year you can get pops at every campus. Check your site for dates. Follow them on social media, tag your school for a chance to win free pops for teachers, and enjoy these tasty treats all year long. Thank you @FriosWestValley for all of the love and support you show our students and staff!
about 2 months ago, SMUSD
Frios Pops are here!

On Wednesday, August 13th, students will take the ACT/PreACT Benchmark Assessment. Please ensure you arrive on time with your Chromebook fully charged.

West-Mec students should come to school at their regular time, and you will take the Benchmark Assessment during the second half of the day.

about 2 months ago, Nathan Bolden
Testing
On Tuesday, August 12th, students will be taking school pictures. Students will be given forms on Tuesday to order pictures online. Please dress school-appropriately, as these pictures will be used for the yearbook.
about 2 months ago, Nathan Bolden
School picture
Good afternoon, there is an accident on I-10W that will likely cause delays. All Ruth Fisher students will be dropped off as soon as possible. Please be patient as we navigate traffic.
2 months ago, RFMS

Good evening TVHS, RFMS, and WWES. Please click https://www.smusd90.org/documents/departments/transportation/529566 for updated bus routes. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we make necessary adjustments the first several weeks of school. If you need further transportation assistance please call (623) 474-5153.

2 months ago, SMUSD
Bus Routes

Exciting News: ALL Saddle Mountain Unified School District students will receive FREE Breakfast AND Lunch on all campuses beginning this school year.

2 months ago, SMUSD
CEP Food Service Flyer

Back to School Forms are now available. Forms MUST BE COMPLETED Prior to receiving your students schedule. Forms are needed for each student. Please save your confirmation email. Additional forms may be needed. Click here https://www.smusd90.org/o/smusd/page/registration to begin.

2 months ago, SMUSD
Back to School Forms