#TeamPUSD Newsletter

Special Edition

Graduation and Promotion Drive-Thru Parades: Celebrating #TeamPUSD Style

In this special year-end edition of our #TeamPUSD Newsletter, you'll find photos and videos from the graduation and promotion parades for our 5th, 8th, and 12th graders.

(June 1-5, 9-11)

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Against All Odds

As the 2019-20 school year comes to a close, we are filled with mixed emotions for our promoting and graduating students: joyous celebration for their honors and achievements, but wistful and bittersweet as we watch them grow and move on to the next chapter in their lives. The end of this year has been challenging, unprecedented, and trying for all.


Despite the hurdles COVID-19 has thrown our way (emergency school closures, distance learning and more) our students have shown their unrelenting determination to press on. In true #PowayUnified fashion, they have come together against all odds and shown what it means to be Stronger Together. This was not the end of the year they deserved. But they took it in stride and made the best of it.


The virtual band performances, District-wide kindness campaigns, community service projects, PPE donations, nationally-recognized honors, virtual class projects, special video messages to students and teachers, and social media encouragement chains: The Class of 2020 is one the world will never forget. Not because of the global circumstances surrounding the end of their school year, but rather their attitude in spite of it all.


We are constantly learning from our students, but we will forever hold this idea in the forefront of our minds: Never doubt that a large group of thoughtful, tenacious, and talented students can change the world.


THANK YOU, Class of 2020, for showing us what that looks like.

Senior Graduation Parades (June 9-11): The #Classof2020

Expanded Photo Gallery

For an expanded photo gallery of all five high school parades, please visit this site

On behalf of all your teachers, administrators, #PowayUnified District staff, Superintedent Phelps, and the Board of Education, CONGRATULATIONS!

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Del Norte High School

Nighthawks flew the nest this week, and the energy from the graduation parade was unreal! To our new graduates: May you continue to be bold, be kind, and be yourselves. We wish you the best of luck in your individual journeys. #NighthawkStrong
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Mt. Carmel High School

Mt. Carmel Sundevils brought the heat at their graduation drive-thru parade June 9-11! Once a Sundevil, always a Sundevil. Continue to be the outstanding change-makers you are - the world is lucky to have you as the next generation. Congratulations to our #Classof2020 graduates! #SundevilWay
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Poway High School

We wrapped up senior drive thru graduation parades with Poway High School! The #Classof2020 walked the “green carpet” before receiving their diplomas and taking photos in their caps and gowns, with staff cheering them on. They also had some local VIPs in attendance including Superintendent Phelps, Mayor Vaus, and PUSD Board Member Ginger Couvrette. Congrats, Titans! 💚 #GoBigGreen #TitanPride
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Rancho Bernardo High School

The #RBExperience was on FULL display at Rancho Bernardo High School's #Classof2020 Graduation Parade! Congratulations to our Broncos, we know you will continue to do big things. Come back and visit us, we will sure miss you!
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Westview High School

We think the signs at Westview High School's drive-thru parade perfectly capture the essence of this year: The #Classof2020 had a graduation like no other! Stay golden together, Wolverines. #WolverineWay

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8th Grade Promotion Parades (June 3-5)

Expanded Photo Gallery

For an expanded photo gallery of all seven middle school parades, please visit this site.

To say we are immensely proud of each and every one of you would be an understatement. Be bold, be kind, and have fun in high school!

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Bernardo Heights

The hype at Bernardo Heights' 8th grade promotion parade was REAL! They sure know how to celebrate in style. You're off to do great things in high school, and we're so proud of you!
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Black Mountain

It was such a fun morning at Black Mountain's 8th grade promotion on June 5! Staff and students were pumped to close out this crazy year together. Next stop, Mt. Carmel High School!
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Design39 Campus

Nothing about D39 is a one-size-fits-all ... even the promotion signs are personalized by the students! We kicked off middle school promotions with Design39 Campus in Wednesday, June 3. Look out Del Norte High School, here they come!
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Meadowbrook

A little drizzle didn't stop Meadowbrook Middle School from having a blast at 8th grade promotion this morning! The excitement from students and staff made for such a special parade. Congratulations, Mustangs!
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Mesa Verde

It was double the fun at Mesa Verde's drive-thru parade June 5. Congratulations to our 8th graders promoting to high school! Thank you to staff and volunteers for making it an experience they won’t soon forget!
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Oak Valley

Oak Valley 8th graders were the last #PowayUnified middle schoolers to have their promotion parade June 5th, and the Falcons went out with a bang! Congrats to our future high schoolers!

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Twin Peaks

Rams kept the celebration spirit alive at Twin Peaks' 8th grade promotion parade! Congratulations to our hard-working students. Get ready for the class of 2024, Poway High! Big thank you to Heather Lake at Fox5 for featuring the fun on the Thursday morning broadcast.

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5th Grade Promotion Parades (June 1 & 2)

We started fifth grade promotion parades across #PowayUnified June 1. Our hearts are overflowing with love, pride, and joy for each and every one of our students!

Adobe Bluffs

Welcoming, celebratory fun at the Adobe Bluffs drive-thru, socially-distanced, one-car-at-a-time, 5th grade promotion! Congratulations to all! #ABESAztecs
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Canyon View

Congratulations, Canyon View Coyotes! Such a successful drive-thru parade on June 2. You did it! Middle school here we come. #CVESrocks
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Chaparral

Once a Hawk, Always a Hawk at Chaparral Elementary. Congrats 5th Graders!
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Creekside

From air horns and "life-size" graduate balloons, to Principal Donnelly leading the parade on her pink Vespa, Creekside's 5th Grade Promotion parade was one for the books! Congrats, Geckos!
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Deer Canyon

Such a beautiful backdrop of decorations at Deer Canyon Elementary! Staff and students were so excited to see each other outside of Zoom. Thank you to everyone who made this joyful day happen for students.
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Del Sur

Thank you Elizabeth Alvarez from KUSI for featuring Del Sur's 5th grade promotion on June 2! Our students and staff had a blast. Next stop: Middle School at Oak Valley!
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Garden Road

Garden Road Eagles left the nest on June 2, and are off to bigger heights! Congratulations to all of our hard-working students on this big accomplishment. It also happened to be Principal West's last promotion ceremony before her retirement. PUSD and Garden Road will miss you, Mrs. West!
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Highland Ranch

Stallions started their morning bright and early, ready for celebration on June 1! Dozens of teachers and site staff lined the walkways as they cheered for each and every student who passed by. Congratulations!
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Los Penasquitos

You wouldn't be able to tell this was the first time schools held a promotion parade in parking lots - Los Pen's parade made it seem this was the norm! No excuses here. Congratulations to our fabulous students, happy summer!
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Midland

Midland Rattlers showed their school spirit in their drive-thru parade. Don't forget to come back and visit! #RattlersRock
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Monterey Ridge

Monterey Ridge sent off their Monarchs in a two-day promotion parade celebration (June1-2), complete with butterfly balloons and color-coordinated leis. Congratulations to promoting 5th graders!
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Morning Creek

A beautiful morning at Morning Creek Elementary's promotion parade! Students even got to walk down a balloon walkway to wave to teachers. We know our 5th graders will excel in 6th grade.
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Painted Rock

Panthers really know how to party! It was all fun and games with horns, bubbles, and an epic emcee - Mr. Gergurich! Congratulations, Panthers.
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Park Village

Despite the afternoon cloud cover, the disposition at Park Village was sunny and bright! Congratulations, Penguins!
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Pomerado

We are so proud of our Pomerado Wildcats, as we finish this out-of-the-ordinary year. In the words of Principal Crow, it's still a year where we persevered, and discovered & used new strengths. Congrats!
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Rolling Hills

We're thankful that even though promotions looked different this year, our students were still celebrated with joy, love, and excitement. Rolling Hills Pumas were even greeted by the school mascot in-person!
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Shoal Creek

Such a sentimental day filled with laughter, smiles, and appreciation for our Otters. To the new 6th grade students: You will be missed at Shoal Creek, but we know you'll bring just as much light and positivity to your middle school homes.
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Stone Ranch

Thank you to all the Stone Ranch teachers and staff who put their hearts into decorations and sentiments for the promotion parade - it went off without a hitch! A great day to send students off to middle school.
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Sundance

We saw some of the most creative signs at Sundance's promotion parade! Students also got to say goodbye to Principal Rodrigo one last time, as he is retiring at the end of June. Congratulations!
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Sunset Hills

Aloha, Seagulls! Each staff member, teacher, and student was dressed up in Hawaiian print to celebrate their promotion. We're not kidding when we say teachers are our students' biggest fans - they even brought pom poms for a special send off!
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Tierra Bonita

Our hearts are full for our Tierra Bonita Cheetahs! The next chapter of their education is just right across the street at Twin Peaks Middle - say hello to the newest Rams on the block. #CheetahStrong
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Turtleback

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Valley

Felicitaciones, Tigres! With an awesome emcee (Sr. Cecena) and an outpouring of love from teachers and staff, there's no doubt that Valley 5th graders will be missed. #ValleyPride
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Westwood

Westwood Elementary celebrated 5th grade promotion in style! Matching masks, leis, and balloons greeted excited students and their families. Congrats, Roadrunners!
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Willow Grove

We can’t “bear” to see you go, Grizzlies! Good luck in middle school! Congrats to promoting 5th graders at Willow Grove Elementary.
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Enjoy Your Summer Break!

The end of the 2019-20 school year has been challenging, to say the least. It's not the end of the year our students deserve. But students, staff, and our community persevered. You have shown us what it means to have open hearts while schools are closed. We hope you stay safe, have fun, and enjoy your summer break!

Remember to stay connected with us on social media for the latest news, updates, and fun photos (@powayunified) posted over summer.


The adorable photo below is courtesy of Tiffany Nicolau.

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Poway Unified School District

The Poway Unified School District is located in northern San Diego County, California. PUSD operates 25 elementary schools (K-5), one elementary & middle school combination (TK-8th), six middle schools (6-8), one continuation high school, five comprehensive high schools (9-12), and one adult school. 24 schools are located in the city of San Diego; 11 schools in the city of Poway; and 3 in the County of San Diego. The District serves approximately 36,000 students and is the third largest school district in the county.