Saddle Mountain Unified School District – School Closure Notice
Dear SMUSD Staff and Families,
Due to heavy rain, flooding, and unsafe weather conditions throughout our community, Saddle Mountain Unified School District will be closed today.
The safety and well-being of our students, staff, and families is always our number one priority. Given the current weather and road conditions, we believe cancelling school is the safest decision for our community.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we prioritize the safety of everyone in our district.
Please stay safe, take care of one another, and have a wonderful day.
Sincerely,
Saddle Mountain Unified School District
about 13 hours ago, SMUSD
Due to heavy rain and flooding, Session 1 of developmental preschool at Tartesso and Ruth Fisher will be cancelled. We will continue to provide communication regarding sessions 2 and 3. Thank you for understanding.
about 14 hours ago, Alysia Kurtz
Due to flooding we are on a 2 hour late start. Transportation to all schools will be delayed by 2hours this morning.
We will continue to provide updates as needed.
about 14 hours ago, Alysia Kurtz
What an honor to have SMUSD be part of the Odyssey of the Mind Program for over 10 years. Check out this video about a a new documentary being made HERE.
If your student (5th-12th) is interested there is still time to join. Fill out the following form and a coach will be in touch soon. Interest Form
about 1 month ago, SMUSD
Due to unforeseen circumstances tonight’s football game has been cancelled.
about 1 month ago, SMUSD
Our Odyssey of the Mind Program is ready to get started for the 2026-2027 school year. Program is open to 5th-12th grade students. If your student is interested please fill out the following form and plan to attend an informational meeting on Sept 2 at 5:30pm in the Ruth Fisher Library. We can't wait to get the creativity started.
https://forms.gle/SCyTKySLm5tTDfSp9about 1 month ago, SMUSD
What an amazing week we had at SMUSD. Meeting parents and students, learning new routines and procedures, creating new school memories each day. Thank you for your patience as we navigate the new school year. We look forward to sharing more stories with you as we continue to grow and thrive each day. #WeAreSaddleMountain
about 2 months ago, SMUSD
Good evening families. We are excited about seeing students on campus tomorrow. Desert Sunset, Winters Well, and Tonopah Valley start school at 7 A.M. Tartesso and Ruth Fisher start school at 8 A.M. Please click the link for the most up to date bus routes.
https://aptg.co/8dNXG6about 2 months ago, SMUSD
Digital Signature Pages are LIVE! These digital forms are REQUIRED for ALL students that will be attending any SMUSD school in August for the 2026-2027 school year. Please look for the QR code that coincides with your child’s school. Desert Sunset (DSES), Tartesso (TMS), Winters Well (WWES), Ruth Fisher (RFMS), Tonopah Valley (TVHS). Please be sure to fill a form out for EACH student that will be attending. (For example: if you have 3 students that will attend Desert Sunset then fill out the DSES 3 times. Or if you have one at Winters Well and one at Tonopah Valley then fill out the WWES once and the TVHS once. Etc.)
Also, please fill out the transportation QR code for EACH one of your children, even if service is not needed at this time. Forms can also be found here:
https://www.smusd90.org/page/registrationPlease help us kick off the new school year seamlessly by completing these forms ahead of time. Thank you.
2 months ago, SMUSD
Starting August 2026, public schools across Arizona are implementing new guidelines under the Arizona Healthy Schools Act (A.R.S. 15-242.01) to restrict ultra-processed foods on campus.
Please visit our Food Services page for further information. https://www.smusd90.org/page/food-services
2 months ago, SMUSD
Digital Signature Pages are LIVE! These digital forms are REQUIRED for ALL students that will be attending any SMUSD school in August for the 2026-2027 school year. Please look for the QR code that coincides with your child’s school. Desert Sunset (DSES), Tartesso (TMS), Winters Well (WWES), Ruth Fisher (RFMS), Tonopah Valley (TVHS). Please be sure to fill a form out for EACH student that will be attending. (For example: if you have 3 students that will attend Desert Sunset then fill out the DSES 3 times. Or if you have one at Winters Well and one at Tonopah Valley then fill out the WWES once and the TVHS once. Etc.)
Also, please fill out the transportation QR code for EACH one of your children, even if service is not needed at this time. Forms can also be found here:
https://www.smusd90.org/page/registrationPlease help us kick off the new school year seamlessly by completing these forms ahead of time. Thank you.
2 months ago, SMUSD
TVHS Marching Band Summer 2026 Drumline & Color Guard is coming!
Incoming 8th–12th grade students interested in Drumline or Color Guard for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to join us this summer. This is also a great opportunity for incoming new band students to help determine wind vs. drum class placement.
No experience needed, all levels are welcome!
Dates: June 22, June 29, July 13, and July 20
Time: 4:00 PM–6:30 PM
Location: Tonopah Valley High School
Bring water, athletic clothes, athletic shoes, and any equipment you may have.
Important: No Vans, Crocs, or sandals.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
Questions? Contact Alex Castro Jimenez at
Alex.jimenez@SMUSD90.org2 months ago, Joel Wisser
Digital Signature Pages are LIVE! These digital forms are REQUIRED for ALL students that will be attending any SMUSD school in August for the 2026-2027 school year. Please look for the QR code that coincides with your child’s school. Desert Sunset (DSES), Tartesso (TMS), Winters Well (WWES), Ruth Fisher (RFMS), Tonopah Valley (TVHS). Please be sure to fill a form out for EACH student that will be attending. (For example: if you have 3 students that will attend Desert Sunset then fill out the DSES 3 times. Or if you have one at Winters Well and one at Tonopah Valley then fill out the WWES once and the TVHS once. Etc.)
Also, please fill out the transportation QR code for EACH one of your children, even if service is not needed at this time. Forms can also be found here:
https://www.smusd90.org/page/registrationPlease help us kick off the new school year seamlessly by completing these forms ahead of time. Thank you.
3 months ago, SMUSD
Digital Signature Pages are LIVE! These digital forms are REQUIRED for ALL students that will be attending any SMUSD school in August for the 2026-2027 school year. Please look for the QR code that coincides with your child’s school. Desert Sunset (DSES), Tartesso (TMS), Winters Well (WWES), Ruth Fisher (RFMS), Tonopah Valley (TVHS). Please be sure to fill a form out for EACH student that will be attending. (For example: if you have 3 students that will attend Desert Sunset then fill out the DSES 3 times. Or if you have one at Winters Well and one at Tonopah Valley then fill out the WWES once and the TVHS once. Etc.)
Also, please fill out the transportation QR code for EACH one of your children, even if service is not needed at this time. Forms can also be found here:
https://www.smusd90.org/page/registrationPlease help us kick off the new school year seamlessly by completing these forms ahead of time. Thank you.
3 months ago, SMUSD
Digital Signature Pages are LIVE! These digital forms are REQUIRED for ALL students that will be attending any SMUSD school in August for the 2026-2027 school year. Please look for the QR code that coincides with your child’s school. Desert Sunset (DSES), Tartesso (TMS), Winters Well (WWES), Ruth Fisher (RFMS), Tonopah Valley (TVHS). Please be sure to fill a form out for EACH student that will be attending. (For example: if you have 3 students that will attend Desert Sunset then fill out the DSES 3 times. Or if you have one at Winters Well and one at Tonopah Valley then fill out the WWES once and the TVHS once. Etc.)
Also, please fill out the transportation QR code for EACH one of your children, even if service is not needed at this time. Forms can also be found here:
https://www.smusd90.org/page/registrationPlease help us kick off the new school year seamlessly by completing these forms ahead of time. Thank you.
3 months ago, SMUSD
Digital Signature Pages are LIVE! These digital forms are REQUIRED for ALL students that will be attending any SMUSD school in August for the 2026-2027 school year. Please look for the QR code that coincides with your child’s school. Desert Sunset (DSES), Tartesso (TMS), Winters Well (WWES), Ruth Fisher (RFMS), Tonopah Valley (TVHS). Please be sure to fill a form out for EACH student that will be attending. (For example: if you have 3 students that will attend Desert Sunset then fill out the DSES 3 times. Or if you have one at Winters Well and one at Tonopah Valley then fill out the WWES once and the TVHS once. Etc.)
Also, please fill out the transportation QR code for EACH one of your children, even if service is not needed at this time. Forms can also be found here:
https://www.smusd90.org/page/registrationPlease help us kick off the new school year seamlessly by completing these forms ahead of time. Thank you.
3 months ago, SMUSD
Our EL Summer School was filled with learning, growth, and fun!
Thank you to our teachers for creating meaningful activities and to our students for showing up each day ready to learn and grow. Your hard work and dedication made this program a success.
Enjoy the rest of your summer break. We can't wait to see you in August! ☀️😎
https://youtu.be/A1q3adGk9dI3 months ago, Joel Wisser
TVHS Marching Band Summer 2026 Drumline & Color Guard is coming!
Incoming 8th–12th grade students interested in Drumline or Color Guard for the 2026–2027 school year are invited to join us this summer. This is also a great opportunity for incoming new band students to help determine wind vs. drum class placement.
No experience needed, all levels are welcome!
Dates: June 22, June 29, July 13, and July 20
Time: 4:00 PM–6:30 PM
Location: Tonopah Valley High School
Bring water, athletic clothes, athletic shoes, and any equipment you may have.
Important: No Vans, Crocs, or sandals.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
Questions? Contact Alex Castro Jimenez at
Alex.jimenez@SMUSD90.org3 months ago, Joel Wisser