Congratulations to Vista del Sur students Leiya Thompson and Kirsten Smith who were recognized by the Arizona School Boards Association (ASBA) for their outstanding artwork.

Thomson took 1st Place in the K-2 division. Smith was a finalist in the 7-8 division.

First Place winners will receive a $100 Visa Gift card and a $100 donation to their school’s art department and/or art program. Finalists receive a $25 gift card.

Both students will have their artwork will be displayed at the ASBA-ASA Annual Conference from Dec. 6 – 8, 2023 at the J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge Resort, on the walls of the ASBA office in Phoenix, and showcased in the ASBA Journal Magazine, ASBA Connect e-newsletter and on ASBA social media.

Thank you to all who came out and supported our 10th Annual Laveen Winter Festival. We appreciate all the families and community members who participated in our school-sponsored activities and shopped at the vendor booths and food trucks. Proceeds from this event support the Laveen Education Foundation which provides scholarships to Laveen alumni.

The following businesses sponsored this year’s event.

Premier Sponsor Chasse Building Team
Silver Sponsor Ghaster Painting & Coatings
Bronze Sponsor Laveen Dance