#HUSDSportsCenter 🔥🏀 On Tuesday, January 7th, 2026, the powerhouse Hesperia High School Boys and Girls Basketball teams officially tip off their MRL season, and you do NOT want to miss the action! For over a decade, HHS has cemented its legacy with 10+ years of CIF postseason play, making HHS an undisputed Southern California basketball dynasty! This year, the tradition continues, as your Scorpion boys are ranked #2 in the LA Metro area with MaxPreps! 🦂 Leading the charge for the boys is 6'8", 215lb senior forward, Nolan Newman-Gomez, who just crossed the monumental 1,000th varsity CIF point milestone! Not to be outdone, the Lady Scorpions are returning 3 starters from last year's playoff team, including Seniors Brooke Seeger (3-year starter) and Annabel Sanchez (4-year starter who is closing in on 1000 career rebounds). The ladies are ranked #16 in the LA Metro area per MaxPreps and are looking forward to a thrilling MRL season. Come watch the entire Scorpion squad electrify the court this year! Follow the Hesperia High School social media accounts for updates! Go Scorpions! 🦂
#HUSDSportsCenter Huge congratulations to our incredible HHS Scorpion Cheer Team! We are buzzing over the massive success our athletes had at the Great Wolf Lodge Summer Camp. 🦂📣 This camp is legendary, with tons of talented cheerleaders competing for the ultimate honor: the All-American title. Out of the entire camp, only SEVEN were selected—and THREE of them were Scorpions!
Check out these amazing achievements:
✨ Katelyn Balders – Earned her All-American spot and just returned from an incredible trip to Florida over Thanksgiving break! Kudos, Katelyn! 🌴☀️
✨ Dalilah Rendon & Isabella Del Hoyo – Both selected as All-Americans! These two are headed to ROME, ITALY to perform in the New Year’s Parade! ✈️
This is a massive testament to the hard work, spirit, and talent of the HHS Cheer program. We are so proud of you, ladies! Keep shining and representing HHS on the world stage! 🌎🎉
Check out these amazing achievements:
✨ Katelyn Balders – Earned her All-American spot and just returned from an incredible trip to Florida over Thanksgiving break! Kudos, Katelyn! 🌴☀️
✨ Dalilah Rendon & Isabella Del Hoyo – Both selected as All-Americans! These two are headed to ROME, ITALY to perform in the New Year’s Parade! ✈️
This is a massive testament to the hard work, spirit, and talent of the HHS Cheer program. We are so proud of you, ladies! Keep shining and representing HHS on the world stage! 🌎🎉
For today's #SchoolSiteHighlight we are headed to Mojave High School who has launched a brand new elective this year to help engage students in the classroom as part of a robust plan to add more engaging elective offerings. The Computer Animated Design (CAD) course, taught by Kyle McHugh, teaches students how to design and then print their own 2D and 3D objects. This course focuses on 3D modeling, animation, and related digital tools, and offers numerous educational, developmental, and practical benefits in today's digital landscape.
Senior Sye Hughes said "Being able to make a key chain because I like the art part of it. I like that I can make what I want, and just print it in class. I like learning how to print things, and the basics of 3d printing."
Animation courses captivate teenagers who grew up with animated films, video games, and visual media. Studies show dynamic visualizations like 3D animations improve student attention, comprehension, and retention compared to static methods, especially in complex subjects.
#HUSDSportsCenter 📣 We are bursting with pride to announce that Sultana Cheer Captain, Hope Castagnola, is heading to Italy for the Rome New Year’s Day Parade! ✈️🌍 Hope attended the USA Summer Camp at the University of Redlands back in July, where she absolutely crushed her audition. To be named an All-American, you have to show: 💎 Elite technical skills 🔥 High-octane energy 👑 Exceptional leadership 🇮🇹 The performance includes an 8-day trip with tours of Rome and Florence before she performs in the massive New Year's Day parade. 🏛️✨ "It took a lot of hard work and dedication, but overall, my passion for cheer inspired me to work for this chance," Hope said. Hope heads out the day after Christmas! Let’s show her some love as she prepares to represent Sultana and HUSD on the world stage!
It's a great day to be a Bulldog hoops fan! Both the OHHS Boys and Girls teams are coming off massive tournament wins and are ready for the Mojave River League. The Boys are #1! After clinching the Riverside Kiwanis Tournament title, the Oak Hills Boys are officially ranked #1 in the LA Metro area by MaxPreps! Coach Stallworth says the "buzz" in Hesperia is electric. This group is hungry, disciplined, and ready to repeat as MRL Champs". Keep your eyes on Jeremiah Lark. Coach says he brings "next-level motor" and pure energy every single night. If you haven't seen him play yet, you’re missing out! The Lady Bulldogs are Rolling! The OHHS Girls team just took down the prestigious Brea Olinda Tournament! Currently ranked #5 in the LA Metro area, they are locked in and ready to defend their MRL title. Coach Kelley is hyped to see this squad compete, led by the veteran leadership of Senior gaurd Bella Rincon. The MRL regular season begins on 1/7/26, and we hope to see you there!
Each month, Hesperia Unified School District proudly recognizes one outstanding Teacher of the Month and one exceptional Classified Employee of the Month. These individuals go above and beyond in their dedication to our students, schools, and community.
Join us in celebrating our honorees for November:
Teacher of the Month: Tiffany Samora, ELA 7, Ranchero Middle School
Classified Employee of the Month: Chris Stallworth, Campus Assistant, Oak Hills High School
Join us in celebrating our honorees for November:
Teacher of the Month: Tiffany Samora, ELA 7, Ranchero Middle School
Classified Employee of the Month: Chris Stallworth, Campus Assistant, Oak Hills High School
Sultana High School’s CTE Department recently completed a successful week-long Cornhole Tournament, showcasing the power of collaboration across multiple programs. Construction Tech built the cornhole boards, Fashion Design produced the bean bags, Digital Design wrapped the boards, and Culinary Arts prepared lunch for all participating students.
Special thanks to instructors Kurt Chapman, Nancy Koltoniuk, Rick Cabrera, and Tyler Farias for leading this outstanding interdisciplinary project.
Congratulations to our tournament winners, Heidi Banuelos and Roy Arredondo!
Special thanks to instructors Kurt Chapman, Nancy Koltoniuk, Rick Cabrera, and Tyler Farias for leading this outstanding interdisciplinary project.
Congratulations to our tournament winners, Heidi Banuelos and Roy Arredondo!
#HUSDSportsCenter Yet another Alumni update as former OHHS Bulldog football teammates play against each other tonight in the "Bucked Up LA Bowl". Former Bulldog Paki Finau (Washington) goes head-to-head with his former high school teammate Daylon Metoyer (Boise State) at the 🏟️ SoFi Stadium at ⏰ 5 PM on 📺 ABC7! I guess HUSD will just have to cheer for both teams tonight. Go HUSD, go Huskies and go Broncos!
#HUSDSportscenter Back with another Alumni update! OHHS Bulldog alumni, class of '25, Mark Jones III, and HHS Scorpion alumni, class of '24, Antony Newman-Gomez, have moved on to the next level and are teammates on the California State Stanislaus Warriors team. Both have contributed to the Warriors' strong 5-3 start. The HUSD alumni will be taking on Cal State San Bernardino this Friday, 12/19/25, at 7:30 pm in Stanislaus. Go HUSD and go Warriors!
For this #SchoolSiteHighlight we celebrate Cottonwood Elementary's 2nd Annual Winter Wonderland, which was PURE MAGIC last night! ❄️✨Coyote TK-2nd graders filled the air with wonderful holiday songs, the Drama Club brought cheer with holiday plays, and the Dance Team dazzled with a sparkling performance! 🎶🎭💃The event also featured: 🎁 The Santa Shop was a HUGE hit for picking out special gifts!☕️ Families enjoyed tasty treats like hot cocoa, a popcorn bar, and winter activities!🎅 Everyone got to snap photos with Santa and drop off their letters to the North Pole! What a joyful night from start to finish! Our Coyote families had an absolute HOWLING GOOD TIME! 🐺💙 Thank you to everyone who came out!
#HUSDSportsCenter Today's alumni update takes us to nearby Victor Valley College, where the Rams wrestling squad recently clinched their 3rd consecutive SEWCA Conference Championship! HUSD alumni and California State-ranked HUSD wrestlers Paulo Valdez (HHS) and Rocky Humphrey Jr. (SHS) led the team. The team boasts 12 HUSD alumni in total. HHS: Dylan Garcia, Ryan Garcia, Chris Guerrero, Dane Holm, Angel Salgado, Chris Sautter & Jeff Truitt. SHS: Brandon Men & Noah Villatoro. MHS: Elijah Gonzalez. Congrats to all the Rams wrestlers on their accomplishment! For more info on Rams Wrestling, go to: athletics.vvc.edu/sports/wrest/index (Photos courtesy VVC)
Today's #SchoolSiteHighlight gets us ready for holiday magic! ✨🎶🎄Cypress School of the Arts is kicking off the holiday season with a massive dose of creativity, color, and sound! 🥳 The dedicated Cyclone music program is working hard to prep our talented students for the highly anticipated music concerts! 🎵 Get ready for some spectacular performances! On top of that, the amazing art program is channeling all the festive inspiration into some truly unique, one-of-a-kind art projects! 🎨 We are overflowing with pride watching our students and teachers fill the school with the spirit of the season. Happy Holidays Hesperia!
#HUSDSportsCenter Kudos to two OHHS Bulldog Football stars who signed their letters of intent to compete at the next level. Nick Fovozzo signed with Weber State, and John Notarianni signed to play for San Jose State. Congrats Nick and John! Go Spartans, go Wildcats, and it's a great day to be a Bulldog!
In this #HUSDBehindTheScenes we go beyond the badge with the amazing people who make our district one of the safest places to learn and work! Our School Police Department doesn't just promote safety; they actively build it through powerful, positive relationships! They are deeply committed to nurturing our youth through engaging initiatives like:
Saying NO to drugs with high-impact Red Ribbon Week presentations! 🚫
Developing future leaders with the HUSD Student Internship program! 🎓
Cheering on our students at the iCan Film Festival and the inspiring HUSD Games! 🏅
Their commitment extends far beyond traditional measures to support every student's journey. Thank you, Hesperia School Police, for your dedication! 🙌
Saying NO to drugs with high-impact Red Ribbon Week presentations! 🚫
Developing future leaders with the HUSD Student Internship program! 🎓
Cheering on our students at the iCan Film Festival and the inspiring HUSD Games! 🏅
Their commitment extends far beyond traditional measures to support every student's journey. Thank you, Hesperia School Police, for your dedication! 🙌
Start a fulfilling new career in healthcare in just 20 weeks! 💊 Our short-term CTE Pharmacy Technician Program is your fast track to a high-demand job with great potential for gainful employment. You’ll gain essential, hands-on skills in a growing field, working directly with pharmacists to provide vital patient care. With classes starting Jan. 6th and 18 seats available, now is the perfect time to invest in your future. Don't wait—secure your spot today and launch your career with Hesperia Adult School!
Construction is moving along on the Hesperia High School Center for the Arts, and the community is super excited! So much so that CA Senator Suzette Valladares, HUSD Superintendent Michelle Smith, HUSD Board President Eric Swanson, Erickson Hall Construction Leadership, and proud Principal Michael Everett toured the facilities yesterday to see it firsthand. We are all eagerly anticipating the center opening for students sometime next semester.
Santa is coming to town for the 2026 Jolly Parade, and this is your last reminder, Hesperia! Santa will be flying in from the North Pole and touring all three of the HUSD Middle Schools this Friday, 12/12/25. He will be arriving at HJH at 5 pm, RMS at 6:15 pm, and CMS at 7:30 pm. This event is free to the community. Games, snacks, and refreshments may also be available for a fee. We hope to see you there!
The Hesperia Unified School District's ultimate celebration of innovation, creativity, and talent is back and bigger than ever! #iExpo2026 🔥 NEW THIS YEAR: The iEXPO Fashion Design Challenge! 🔥 Are you ready to transform your ideas into runway-ready masterpieces? Sketch, design, and craft the future of fashion! This is your moment to showcase your creativity, confidence, and bold imagination on the runway! We can’t wait to see your designs take center stage. But that's not all! iEXPO 2026 is packed with competitions for every passion: 🤖 Robotics, 🎬 iCan Film Festival, 💻 Coding, 🎭 Improv, 🎤 Speech & Debate, 🎨 Art &👩🍳 Culinary. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! 🗓️
Event Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Sultana High School
🚨 TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 20, 2026 (Don't miss out!). Let your talents be seen! Find all the details and sign-up info here: hesperiausd.org/page/iexpo iExpo, where innovation meets action!
Event Date: Saturday, March 14, 2026
Location: Sultana High School
🚨 TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 20, 2026 (Don't miss out!). Let your talents be seen! Find all the details and sign-up info here: hesperiausd.org/page/iexpo iExpo, where innovation meets action!
Today's #SchoolSiteHighlight reminds us that the future of media is being built right now by our incredible HUSD students at Canyon Ridge High School and in the Raven Television Network (RTN)! 🦅📺 RTN is more than just a studio—it's a student-powered multimedia powerhouse serving the whole CRHS community!
📰 Catch their bi-monthly broadcast packed with school news, events, and hilarious creative skits!
💡 Stay informed with their daily campus newsfeed, live on screens in every classroom and office!
🎙️ They're producing podcasts, music, and photojournalism to boost media literacy and awareness!
Help us give a huge shoutout to these young Raven broadcasters and storytellers! They are truly soaring!
📰 Catch their bi-monthly broadcast packed with school news, events, and hilarious creative skits!
💡 Stay informed with their daily campus newsfeed, live on screens in every classroom and office!
🎙️ They're producing podcasts, music, and photojournalism to boost media literacy and awareness!
Help us give a huge shoutout to these young Raven broadcasters and storytellers! They are truly soaring!
#HUSDSportscenter A BIG congratulations to our November HUSD Athletes of the Month! The winner for middle school was Ranchero's Dylan Leon and high school was Sultana High's Paulino Acosta-Arellano. Special thanks to our sponsor Erickson-Hall Construction. For more info please visit: https://www.hesperiausd.org/page/student-athlete-of-the-month
