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Stella Pope Duarte Makes Her Annual Visit To Pueblo

// November 21st, 2011 // No Comments » // Academics, Around Campus, Educational, Exclusive, Guest Speakers, Only At Pueblo, Presentations, Yearly Events

Stella Pope Duarte makes her annual visit to Pueblo

Stella Pope Duarte, author of Let Their Spirits Dance spoke at Pueblo High School on November 21st to the Senior Latino literature classes. Most writers charge a fee to talk about their novels but Pope Duarte does this because she enjoys speaking to young adults, but especially Pueblo High School students. 

She spoke to the seniors about her novels but specifically Let Their Spirits Dance since the seniors are currently reading it. She discussed the themes, the conflicts and the characterization in the novel and the process she went through in writing it.

Stella Pope Duarte writes,  “The students were FABULOUS! I absolutely loved presenting to them. They also pin-pointed some very important issues in the novel.  It is indeed an honor to write stories from our own heritage, stories of heart, soul, blood, and spirit.”

Coach Curly Santa Cruz Honored

// August 29th, 2011 // No Comments » // Athletics, Community Events, Exclusive, History, Pueblo High School, Teacher Awards, Winners

On August 25, coach Saturnino “Curly” Santa Cruz was honored at the inaugural 2011 Tucson Football Jamboree held at Tucson High.  After the 3rd Quarter of the Pueblo vs. Tucson match-up, Curly was presented with the High School Signature Coach Award.

Photo courtesy of studio520photography

The commemorative program stated the following:

A graduate of Pueblo class of 62′, Saturnino “Curly” Santa Cruz was an All-City running back and track standout and went on to play college football at Palo Verde College and Cal-Western University. He attained his Master’s degree from the University of Arizona, and he became an acclaimed educator in TUSD for forty years. “Curly” was a teacher, football and track coach and administrator.  He earned “Coach Of The Year” honors in 1988.

On behalf of the entire Pueblo community, we congratulate Curly and his family for this great honor.  Thank you for representing Pueblo!

Actor Jose Yenque

// April 19th, 2011 // 2 Comments » // Around Campus, Exclusive, Special Guests, Video

Actor & Film Maker Jose Yenque came to visit Pueblo today to share some of his stories and experiences in Hollywood. Students participated in a Q & A with Jose and he demonstrated how actors participate in ‘theater games’ with one of our Warriors.

Jose Yenque with some fans!

Jose also screened Wednesday Afternoon, an award winning short film with a powerful message he starred in.

Thank you to the Arizona International Film Festival for bringing Jose to Pueblo!

Alexandra Zapruder Visits Pueblo

// April 13th, 2010 // No Comments » // Academics, Educational, Exclusive, Special Guests

As part of a collaboration with the Jewish Federation of Southern Arizona, students had the opportunity to participate in a Q & A with author, film-writer and educator Alexandra Zapruder.

I’m Still Here, an MTV film based on her book Salvaged Pages was screened in the auditorium for our students. Here’s the movie trailer of the film:

The following day, students were able to share their thoughts on the film with Alexandra. Many had interesting questions and perspectives regarding the diaries written by youth Holocaust survivors.

Q & A with Alexandra Zapruder

This presentation was an excellent learning opportunity for our students. We want to thank Alexandra for coming and Bryan Davis, Youth and Holocaust Education Coordinator, for making it possible.

Patricia Dienz Leaving Pueblo [Updated]

// February 12th, 2010 // 5 Comments » // Campus Issues, Exclusive, In The News, School News

It was announced on Monday, March 1st that Carlos Armendariz would serve as interim Principal until the end of the school year. Mr. Armendariz is the Assistant Principal for Activities.

Letter From Mrs. Dienz to Pueblo Families:

Dear Pueblo Families,

I am writing to share some news about myself and about Pueblo. On Tuesday, February 9, I was named as the new Director of High Schools for Tucson Unified School District. I am very excited about this new opportunity to work, not only with Pueblo, but with all of our other TUSD high schools. But, I am also very sad to leave Pueblo and I want all of you to know how much I have loved working with all of you and your wonderful children.

Just to fill you in on the past few days, on Wednesday I announced my appointment to the director position to our faculty and staff, and then to your children on Thursday, and I am again speaking to them via our television station today. Your children’s response to my announcement has been overwhelming. They have shown me such great support and affection and have brought me to tears many times in the last couple of days.

Beginning on February 15, Mr. Michael Beck, Assistant Principal for Security and Student Services, will be my designee until the arrival of the interim principal, Dr. Lorraine Richardson. Dr. Richardson will begin on February 22nd. Some of you may be familiar with Dr. Richardson as she was principal of Pueblo for 8 years, retiring from our school in 2002.

As I leave Pueblo, I know I leave your children in good hands. Our faculty and staff care deeply for your children and I know they will carry on in their work to lead your children to even greater success. I will return for the graduation of the Class of 2010 and will take great joy with you, as we watch them cross the stage to receive their diploma.

Thank you for all you have done to support your children and Pueblo!

Sincerely,
Patricia J. Dienz

Patricia Dienz

[Carta A Familias De Pueblo En Español]

Johnny Visits New Cowboys Stadium

// October 6th, 2009 // 1 Comment » // Exclusive, Teacher Vacations

Our Mariachi teacher, Johnny Contreras, made the trip to Dallas, Texas to witness the opening of the brand new Cowboys Stadium. With a price tag of $1 BILLION, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones spared to expense. It’s been hyped up in the media the last few months and according to Johnny it was well worth it. He wanted to share some pictures and video of his experience.

Johnny (right) in front of Cowboys Stadium

Front view

The famous 11,200 square feet HDTV cost $40 Million

Here’s a video of the opening kick-off:

Thanks for sharing!