A Note from Mrs. Colangelo
Dear Sonoran Foothills Community,
As we step into the second quarter, I am excited to share all the wonderful things happening here at Sonoran Foothills School! This time of year is packed with opportunities for students to learn, grow, and connect with our community.
In winter sports, we are thrilled to kick off volleyball and cross country seasons. Our athletes are already training hard, and we’re excited to cheer them on throughout the season. We are especially proud to host a cross country meet on November 13th here on campus—what a great opportunity to showcase our school spirit!
For our middle school students, we’re gearing up for our Color Run for grades 6-8. It’s going to be a vibrant, fun-filled event that builds school spirit and camaraderie.
Looking ahead, we’re hosting a Kindergarten Preview Night on November 6th where incoming families can learn all about what makes Sonoran Foothills a special place to begin their educational journey. Priority open enrollment for the 2025-2026 school year opens this week and will close in December. I anticipate SF will be at capacity next year, so I strongly encourage and recommend if you do not reside in the Sonoran Foothills boundaries that you apply for open enrollment as soon as possible to help work to guarantee a spot.
We’re also preparing for some of our biggest annual events, including the Veterans Day Parade, a special tradition where we honor and thank those who have served our country. Additionally, our Luminary Night promises to be a magical evening, lighting up the school grounds and bringing together our entire community.
On the academic side, we continue to focus on positive behavior through our TRACKS expectations. We will be holding a TRACKS Assembly in November to celebrate students who have exemplified Trustworthiness, Respect, Accountability, Creativity, Kindness, and Safety. Their hard work and positive behavior make our school a better place every day. We look forward to continuing our partnership with you during these exciting events.
Thank you for your continued support in making Sonoran Foothills a thriving school community!
Mrs. Colangelo
Proud Principal
November Calendar/Dates!
Early Release Fridays in November:
Dimissal is at 2:00pm. Kindergarteners dismiss at 1:45
November 1st
November 8th
November 22nd
Important Dates for November:
November 1st: Color run grades 6th-8th
November 6th: Kinder Preview Night 4:30pm
November 8th: Veterans Day Parade 9:30am
November 11th: Veterans Day, No School
November 12th: DVUSD Governing Board Meeting
November 13th: Cross Country Meet at SF
November 14th: 8th grade promotion meeting. This is for parents only. 5:30-6:15pm in Room 501
November 15th: Quarter 2 TRACKS Assembly-Please join us at the flagpole at 8:30.
This quarter's flagpole theme is "Champions in the Making!". Have your student wear their favorite sports team or sports attire.
November 21st: A Turkey Feast will be served by our amazing cafeteria staff on this day. We will send out a schedule for lunch times at a later date. For now, save the date to join your student(s) for a turkey feast during their lunch.
November 25th-November 29th: Thanksgiving Break, no school
We wish you a wonderful break with loved ones. We are grateful for YOU!
SAVE THE DATE: SF Luminary Night on December 6th (see below for more information)
Meet Our Volleyball Coach
Coach Jon Curtin is an Arizona native, is married to his wife Becky, and has 2 children in college at U of A and GCU. He has head coached at the club level for both girls and boys volleyball clubs over the last 8 years, including 5 years of coaching at the middle school level. He is excited about the upcoming season.
Meet Our Cross Country Coaches
Coach Devriendt (newly, Mrs. Sandall):
Mrs. DeVriendt has been teaching in the Deer Valley School District for 9 years! She is originally from Macomb, Michigan and has always been active in all sports. She is passionate about getting our students moving and involved in athletics. Mrs. DeVriendt believes that participating in sports or getting moving at some point during the day is associated with better academic performance in the classroom. Mrs. DeVriendt has coached both volleyball and cross country/track since becoming a teacher. She originally got into distance running during the pandemic and loves sharing this hobby with the cross country runners at Sonoran Foothills!
Coach Paugh:
With a passion for long-distance running and commitment to developing student athletes both on and off the track. She brings 4 years of experience in coaching cross country at Sonoran Foothills. While fostering athletic excellence and personal growth. She is committed to creating a positive and inclusive environment where every runner can thrive. She believes in setting goals while ensuring that athletes enjoy the journey of competition and personal development. She is dedicated to building endurance, teamwork, and mental resilience, and my goal is to inspire athletes to cultivate a lifelong passion for running!
