Somerton School District No. 11 -

Shoutout to Mrs. Dueñas for her unwavering dedication to our students' success! Everyday, she makes a difference in the classroom, shaping young minds with passion and care. This month, her hard work has been recognized with the Good Things in Education award, an honor given to one outstanding teacher countywide by the Yuma County School Superintendent. Congratulations, Mrs. Dueñas! We are so grateful for all you do! Go Sun Valley Elementary School! #SVS #SSD11 #MakingADifference

Join us for Coffee & Convos with the Superintendent coming up on Thursday, March 20th, at 10:00 a.m. We hope you can join us for this engaging opportunity to connect and share ideas. Acompáñenos a Café & Conversaciones con el Superintendente el próximo jueves, 20 de marzo, a las 10:00 a.m. Esperamos que pueda acompañarnos en esta oportunidad enriquecedora para conectarnos y compartir ideas.

Thank you to our amazing students and their families for making our Engineering Night a huge success! We're so proud of our young innovators and the incredible projects they shared with us. --- ¡Gracias a nuestros increíbles estudiantes y sus familias por hacer de nuestra Noche de Ingeniería un gran éxito! Estamos muy orgullosos de nuestros jóvenes innovadores y de los increíbles proyectos que compartieron con nosotros.

Honored to represent Somerton School District #11 at Governor Katie Hobbs’ State of the State Luncheon on February 27, 2025! Board President Juan Castillo, Vice President Lorena Delgadillo, and Board Members Cristina Clark and Laura Torres proudly attended this important event, advocating for a brighter future in education!

The Somerton School District #11 leadership team attended the National NIET Conference in Washington, DC last week, diving deep into strategies for building teacher efficacy through support frameworks, professional development, and engagement. Excited to bring these insights back to our district and continue elevating education! #SSD11Leadership #TeacherExcellence

Superintendent Omar Duron proudly represented the Somerton School District #11 on a national stage at the Annual NIET Conference! As a panelist alongside esteemed Superintendents, he shared insights on elevating education through strong leadership. His voice is helping shape the future of education! #SSD11.

Today is Adult Ed's Jack in the Box Fundraiser. Don't forget to mention the program when you order your food today!

OGS is hosting a parking lot sale on February 22, 2025! ¡OGS está organizando una venta en el estacionamiento el 22 de febrero de 2025!

Last week, the Somerton School District celebrated February's Thriving Achievers at Desert Sonora School! 🎉 What a wonderful way to recognize these outstanding students. Congratulations to all of this month's honorees! 👏🎖️ La semana pasada, el Distrito Escolar de Somerton celebró a los Thriving Achievers de febrero en la Escuela Desert Sonora! 🎉 ¡Qué hermosa manera de reconocer a estos estudiantes destacados! ¡Felicitaciones a todos los homenajeados de este mes! 👏🎖️

Join us for Coffee & Convos with the Superintendent coming up on Thursday, February 20th, at 10:00 a.m. We hope you can join us for this engaging opportunity to connect and share ideas. Acompáñenos a Café & Conversaciones con el Superintendente el próximo jueves, 20 de febrero, a las 10:00 a.m. Esperamos que pueda acompañarnos en esta oportunidad enriquecedora para conectarnos y compartir ideas.

At last night’s board meeting, we proudly celebrated the achievements of our All in Education/Parent Educator Academy Alumni Graduates and recognized our OGS students who are finalists in the Yuma County Science Expo. Congratulations to these exceptional individuals for their dedication and success!

In celebration of the Yuma Rodeo, the Somerton School District wishes you a wonderful week filled with joy and excitement! Yeehaw!

Lets take a moment this week to celebrate and express our heartfelt gratitude to our incredible school counselors. Your dedication, compassion, and unwavering support make a difference in the lives of students every single day. You are mentors, advocates, problem-solvers, and a source of strength for so many. Thank you for guiding our students towards their dreams, lending a listening ear, and empowering them to overcome challenges. Your work does not go unnoticed, and our school is stronger because of you. We are truly lucky to have you on our team!

On Saturday, March 15th, Somerton School District #11 will be hosting its Annual Yard Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. A variety of items will be available for sale, including iPads, cameras, desks, refrigerators, ovens, AC units, and more. Accepted payment methods will include cash, cashier’s checks, or money orders.

Our district proudly celebrated this month's Somerton Thriving Achievers during a joyous event at Orange Grove Elementary School! This celebration serves as a wonderful opportunity to showcase the incredible achievements of our students and the unwavering support of our community. Congratulations to all of this month's honorees! Nuestro distrito celebró con orgullo a los Somerton Thriving Achievers de este mes durante un alegre evento en la Escuela Primaria Orange Grove. Esta celebración es una maravillosa oportunidad para destacar los increíbles logros de nuestros estudiantes y el inquebrantable apoyo de nuestra comunidad. ¡Felicidades a todos los homenajeados de este mes!

Coffee and Convos with the Superintendent: We had another amazing session with parents and community members, where Mr. Duron and his team shared valuable information about the upcoming testing season, the new SRO grant, and took time to address parent questions. We invite you to join us at our next event on February 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the district boardroom. We look forward to seeing you there!

This is a friendly reminder that we have Coffee & Convos with the Superintendent coming up on Thursday, January 23rd, at 10:00 a.m. We hope you can join us for this engaging opportunity to connect and share ideas. Este es un recordatorio amistoso de que tendremos Coffee & Convos con el Superintendente el próximo jueves, 23 de enero, a las 10:00 a.m. Esperamos que pueda acompañarnos en esta oportunidad enriquecedora para conectarnos y compartir ideas.

Happy School Board Appreciation Month! Thank you for your dedication and unwavering commitment to our school district and the Somerton community. Your leadership makes a lasting impact on the success of our students and schools! We truly appreciate all that you do! 🌟

At last night’s Board meeting, the Somerton School District proudly recognized the ELC and SVS Robotics Team for advancing to the Championship. Let’s wish them the best of luck this weekend in Phoenix! Go Team!

Thank you for your service, dedication, and commitment to our district and community! Happy Law Enforcement Day to Deputy Paz, Officer Castillo, and Officer Marquez. We appreciate all that you do to keep us safe! ¡Gracias por su servicio, dedicación y compromiso con nuestro distrito y comunidad! Feliz Día de las Fuerzas del Orden a el Diputado Paz, el Oficial Castillo y la Oficial Márquez. ¡Apreciamos todo lo que hacen para mantenernos seguros!