TVHS Family Newsletter

Dear Golden Bear Families,

This past week at TVHS was one to remember! From the excitement of CIF playoffs and the joyful debut of Seussical The Musical, to the energy of our College and Career Fair and the collaboration of Teacher Learning Walks, our campus was full of life and learning. We even had sheep grazing our hillside — a unique and eco-friendly sight! The week wrapped up with the Crystal Apple Awards on Sunday night, where we celebrated some of the amazing educators who help make our school so special.

May is always filled with celebrations and moments of reflection, and I felt that deeply this past week. On Principal’s Day, I was overwhelmed by the kindness and generosity from our ASB students, staff, and families. The flowers, treats, gifts, and heartfelt messages truly meant the world to me. I’m so grateful to be part of this incredible community — thank you for reminding me why I love what I do at TVHS.

A huge thank-you as well to all of our parents and our amazing PTSA for the incredible effort you’re putting into making Staff Appreciation Week so special. Your thoughtful gestures, time, and generosity mean so much as we celebrate our hardworking teachers and staff. We are truly fortunate to have a community that values and supports the people who give so much to our students each and every day.

We still have several important weeks left in the semester, and now more than ever, attendance and arriving on time to school are key to finishing strong. I know our seniors can see the finish line ahead, but it’s essential they stay focused — completing their classes and meeting expectations so they can fully participate in and enjoy all the special senior activities. Now is the time to partner with teachers, check on grades and missing assignments, and ask for help if it’s needed. Don’t wait until the end — every day counts.

Looking ahead, this week brings even more to look forward to: AP Testing begins, Seussical The Musical continues its run, we have our Band Concert, NHS Induction Ceremony, Sports, and our final Golden Bear Saturday of the year.

Thank you, as always, for your continued support. Let’s keep working together to make these last weeks of the school year meaningful, successful, and memorable for all. Go Bears!

Mrs Lione

Earlier this month, outstanding 12th-grade students from all five TVUSD high schools were recognized at the Riverside County Office of Education’s Student Academic Awards ceremony. Held on April 17th, the event celebrated the academic excellence and determination of top seniors from across the county. The evening brought together over 700 guests, including family, friends, mentors, and educators, to honor more than 170 students from the Class of 2025

Mayor Brenden Kalfus donned his high school colors and took to the pitching mound at his alma mater this week in a full-circle moment.

Ashley Ludwig,Patch Staff

Posted Thu, May 1, 2025 at 4:17 pm PT|Updated Thu, May 1, 2025 at 7:17 pm PT

TVHS Principal Donna Lione, Mayor Brenden Kalfus, Asst. Superintendent Dr. Kimberly Velez and TVUSD Board Trustee Emil Barham at the game. (Photo Credit: Ashley Ludwig/Patch)

TEMECULA, CA — Temecula Mayor Brenden Kalfus is a busy guy, but he's never too busy to capture a moment. This week, when asked if he would throw out the first pitch at the Temecula Valley High School vs. Great Oak High School cross-town rivalry game, he did not balk.

"I haven't been back here in years," he told Patch in an interview behind home plate. "I graduated in 2009, I played all years at TVHS baseball, two on Varsity, it's awesome to be back."

Kalfus arrived with his wife Mia and their five children to show them a bit of their old stomping grounds, both graduates of TVHS.

This video, produced by TVHS CTE Media Arts student Luna Meyers, captures the spirit of Empty Bowls—a community charity event where guests enjoy a simple meal of soup and bread, served in handcrafted bowls made by TVHS and CHS ceramics students. A $15 donation not only supports Mission Hope but allows each person to take home one of these unique bowls as a lasting reminder of those who face hunger every day.

🎥 Watch, share, and help spread awareness. Together, we can fill empty bowls.

Well, our talented TVHS Media Arts students are at it again — and this year they made a big impression at the DigiFest 2024 digital media competition hosted by JDS Creative Academy!

We could not be more proud of the creativity, dedication, and professionalism our students displayed.

They brought home six awards across several categories! As a special highlight, students who attended the April 27th awards ceremony had the chance to meet Jorge Gutierrez, the writer, director, and character designer of The Book of Life. He shared his personal and inspirational career journey — a truly unforgettable experience for our young creatives.

📝 About the Competition:

TVHS Media Arts students participated in a wide-ranging digital media competition, submitting projects including narrative films, documentaries, PSAs, photography, voice acting demos, and digital art. Their hard work and passion were rewarded on stage — and we couldn’t be more thrilled to celebrate their accomplishments.

🏅 Award Winners:

• 🥇 1st Place Digi Award (Digital PSA)
  "Reach Out" by Issiana Kendall & Theran De Leon

• 🎖️ Honorable Mention (Digital PSA)
  "Forward" by Cash Roiz & Rey Yslas

• 🎖️ Honorable Mention (Digital Narrative)
  "Dissociated Reality" by Drew Crisp, Olivia Cartwright, Jaedah Aguon, and Noah Clough

• 🎖️ Honorable Mention (Digital Illustration)
  "Astrid Dreams" by Brinn Roberts

• 🎖️ Honorable Mention (Digital Animation)
  "Build Your Mental Health" by Van Smith & Ryden Oliva

• 🌟 Stand Out Award (Professional Voice Acting)
  "Voice Acting Demo Reel" by Tim Krause

• 🌟 Stand Out Award (Spirit of Temecula) "TVHS 40th Anniversary Video" by Ella Robbins, Emily Grant, Luna Meyers, and Carson Burr

We are so proud of these Golden Bears for representing TVHS with creativity, courage, and heart. Congratulations to AME Teacher Kim Randall and all of our Media Arts students — your stories, voices, and visions continue to inspire! Go Bears!

A huge thank you to Megan Manion, our Regenerative Agriculture teacher, for leading an exciting new partnership that brought sheep to our school hillside! 🐏

In collaboration with local shepherd Brandon from @the99kooimanfarm, we introduced grazing animals to help enrich the soil for our 12-species cover crop—a big step toward boosting soil health and increasing biodiversity. 🌿

This marks our first time integrating animals into our landscape, and it's already leaving the hillside teeming with biology! 👨‍🌾🌼

👏 Shoutout to our amazing Reg Ag students who prepared the hill for this project—your hands-on work is helping our land thrive!

AP Testing begins on Monday, May 5th and runs through Friday, May 16th. Information has been shared to parents and students through the email addresses on file with Total Registration. Here is a link to the slide deck with general testing information. Students taking morning exams will need to check in at 7:30am. Students taking the 2nd exam of the day will need to check in at 11:30am. ALL Students will need to bring their CHARGED School issued Chromebook or IPAD as all exams are digital.

Please mark your calendar! Our next Golden Bear Saturday will be held on May 10th. This will be the final opportunity for students to participate in enrichment and academic support activities for the 2024-2025 school year! Let’s finish the year strong! Go Bears!

We’re proud to recognize and celebrate some truly outstanding Golden Bears for their excellence both on and off the field. These student-athletes represent the best of what Temecula Valley High School stands for—dedication, character, and Bear pride!

Congratulations to the following Athletes of the Month:

Chase Hilt, Kaden Nedelcu, Logan Simon, Mylie Flanagan, Valerie Gallegos, Anderson Sterba, Cash Ramirez, Josh Hahn, Matt Sayrath, Julia Tiemann, Nyomi Simenthel, Curtis Wisenhunt, Logan Christensen, Kenna Tibbits, Matea Vigil, Jack Stadlman, Ty Henton, Rachel Thamer, Gabriella Gomez, Ryan Duncan, and Roger Sasanka.

👏 Way to go, Bears! Keep striving, keep shining, and thank you for representing TVHS with pride.

GO BEARS! 💛🐾🖤

We’re proud to recognize our Boys Tennis standouts who earned 1st Team All-League honors for their exceptional performance and dedication this season:

Ryan Duncan, Cooper Steele, Tavin Draughon, and Jonas Birtell 👏

Your hard work, sportsmanship, and commitment to excellence represent the very best of TVHS. Way to go, Golden Bears!

GO BEARS! 💛🎾🖤

A huge shoutout to our TVHS Varsity Boys Golf Team for an incredible accomplishment—all six team members advanced to the Southwestern League Finals, a feat no other team in the league achieved!

Special congratulations to:
Jason Vickery (Grade 12), Anderson Sterba (Grade 10), and Jeffrey Thornton (Grade 9)
for advancing to CIF Individuals! 🎯👏

We are so proud of your hard work, skill, and Golden Bear determination. Keep swinging strong!

GO BEARS! 🖤💛⛳

A heartfelt thank you to all the families, staff, and athletes who participated in the Jersey Mike’s fundraiser! We hope you enjoyed a delicious meal while supporting a great cause—Temecula Valley Athletics. Your involvement and generosity truly make a difference.

We are proud to have such a supportive Golden Bear community!

If you or your business are interested in continuing your support of TVHS Athletics, please contact Mr. John Harney, our Athletic Director. There are many impactful ways to contribute to our athletic programs—whether through sponsorships, banner sales, or direct donations. Every contribution, big or small, helps strengthen and develop opportunities for our student-athletes.

Go Golden Bears!

Please note that the June report card serves as the eligibility marker for Fall sports. Academic eligibility for all student-athletes will be reassessed at that time.

We strongly encourage you to check your student’s current grades now to avoid any surprises when it comes to their eligibility. For full details, please refer to the Academic Eligibility Guidelines specific to your student.

Let’s continue to support our Golden Bears both in the classroom and on the field! 🐻💪

🏃‍♀️ Save the Date for Sports Physicals:
Sports physicals will be held at TVHS on May 17 in the Big Gym. This is a great opportunity to support the Sports Medicine team and get your athlete cleared for upcoming sports seasons. Be sure to check out the flyer for all the details!

Parents- Is your child committing to playing athletics in college? TVHS will be honoring all student-athletes who are taking their talents to the next level. Keep an eye out for our sign-up form in next week’s Bear Buzz!

📅 Recognition Day: May 16, 2025
🏅 Parents are welcome to join the celebration!

We look forward to celebrating this exciting achievement with you!

Dear TVHS PTSA Members,

Please join us for a brief General Association meeting on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM via Zoom. The purpose of this meeting is to introduce the new board and wrap up business for the school year. It will be a short meeting (under 40 minutes), but your attendance is important so we can meet quorum.

As a thank you, we’ll be doing a drawing for a free Rosati’s pizza—one lucky attendee will win!

DATE: Wednesday, May 21, 2025

TIME: @ 8:00 PM

PLACE: Via Zoom

Thank you all for a wonderful year. We hope to see you there!

Zoom Link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/2466105118?pwd=4Z1Gz8lNzbrbbwmvnfjooBwUqXuwxe.1&omn=75467186680

Meeting ID: 246 610 5118
Passcode: GoBears24

Regards,

Karrie Baraichi

President

TVHS PTSA

Dear TVHS PTSA Families,

We’re excited to remind you about our Commencement Lei Fundraiser in celebration of the Class of 2025! This is a meaningful way to honor your graduate on their big day — and a simple way to support TVHS PTSA at the same time.

PTSA will receive 20% of all proceeds, which helps us continue supporting programs and events for our students.

Order leis here: https://commencementlei.com/
Just follow the steps on the flyer to place your order.

Pickup Details:
Leis will be available for pickup either the day before or at the entrance to the graduation ceremony — exact details will be shared closer to the event.

UPDATE *** Please Note: TVHS Graduating seniors are welcome to wear their leis, including any purchased through this fundraiser or other types, immediately after the ceremony, as we greet and celebrate our graduates on the field.

Let’s make this moment even more special for our students!

• 5/10 - Golden Bear Saturday School - 8:00am - 12:00pm

• 5/12 - Dollars For Scholars Night 6:30pm - Golden Bear Theatre
• 5/16- Improv Show
• 5/19- Senior Knott's Berry Farm Trip 8:00am
• 5/21- Commitment Signing 11:00am - 12:00pm
• 5/21 - CTE Completer Ceremony 6:00pm - 7:30pm - Golden Bear Stadium
• 5/22- Senior BBQ (students)
• 5/27- Senior Breakfast (students)
• 5/28- Senior Awards
• 5/29 VAPA Senior Showcase
• 6/2- Walk of Gratitude (students) 9:30am - 11:30pm
• 6/3- Senior Sunset (students) 7:00pm - 8:30pm
• 6/3- Hypnotist Show 5:00pm
• 6/4- Grad Rehearsal (students)
• 6/5- Graduation 6:00pm
• 6/6- Last Day of School- Early Modified Day Release ( 1:15pm)

Peer tutoring is a great opportunity to help raise grades and improve learning skills. Everyday during ADVISEMENT students can scan click HERE and come get help in any subject needed at the Library. We have a variety of friendly tutors who are knowledgeable on every subject to help you learn in a way that’s best for you and it's completely FREE.

We would like to remind you that period truancies and tardies will adversely affect senior participation in activities. Please arrive to school on time and get to classes on time throughout the school day. We love our seniors and we want to see you participate in all of the amazing activities planned for your senior year.

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Vision and Mission

We prepare our Golden Bears to thrive within and contribute to our community and our world.

We do this by engaging and investing all students in challenging learning while supporting their needs.

Email: dlione@tvusd.us
Website: tvhs.tvusd.k12.ca.us
Location: 31555 Rancho Vista Road, Temecula, CA, USA
Phone: 951-695-7300