Sunnyvale ISD E-News

OCTOBER 9, 2026 EDITION

Sunnyvale ISD's weekly communication designed to both inform and invite. Thank you for engaging in our school community and supporting the Raider Family! Visit www.sunnyvaleisd.com to learn more about the amazing things happening in Sunnyvale ISD!

2026 HOMECOMING WEEK DETAILS

Raider Fans! 💛💙 Find the full week's schedule, parade sign-up forms, spirit days and game-day details in Sunnyvale ISD's 2026 Homecoming newsletter. Homecoming week runs Oct. 12–16 and Sunnyvale ISD has packed everything Raider families need into one place. Parade participants should sign up by Oct. 11.

2026 HOCO NEWSLETTER

RAIDER AMBASSADOR ACADEMY - APPLICATIONS OPEN

Want to know how Sunnyvale ISD really works? The Raider Ambassador Academy is back, offering community members an inside look at the district through eight evening sessions this school year.

Participants will learn about district operations, finance, teaching and learning, the role of the Board of Trustees, and more, straight from the people who lead that work. Sessions begin October 19 and run through February 22, meeting in the Board Room at the Administration Building, 417 East Tripp. Most meetings start at 7:00 p.m. and last about 90 minutes.

The academy is limited to 30 participants. Applications are due Sunday, October 11, and all applicants will be notified by Tuesday, October 13.

AMBASSADOR ACADEMY APPLICATION

SUNNYVALE RAIDER TENNIS - AREA CHAMPS

Sunnyvale Raider Tennis is the Area Champion after a dominant win! Congratulations to our players and coaches on a strong performance. Round 3 is up next. Stay tuned for updates on our next match and keep cheering on the Raiders!

OCTOBER IS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH

October is National Principals Month! This month, we're celebrating the incredible principals of Sunnyvale ISD, the leaders who support our students and teachers every single day.

Carlos Soliz, Sunnyvale High School
Angel Perez, Sunnyvale Middle School
Esther Castro, Sunnyvale Intermediate School
Sherrie Koerner, Sunnyvale Elementary School

RAIDER FOOTBALL - TRAVELING TO FARMERSVILLE ISD

Raider fans, get ready! Here's what you need to know before heading to Farmersville this evening for Varsity Football.

Tickets are ONLINE ONLY. Purchase ahead of time, not at the gate.
Varsity Kickoff: 7:00 p.m.
Parking: Visiting fans should park in the designated visitor lot north of the stadium and use the visitor entrance. The field house parking lot is reserved and not available for fan parking.
Road closures: Portions of Wilcoxson Street and the road west of the stadium will be closed to through traffic, so plan a little extra time for your arrival.

DISTRICT-WIDE DATES TO REMEMBER

October 14 | Homecoming Parade 5:30 p.m.
October 16 | Homecoming Blue & Gold Pep Rally 8:45 a.m.
October 16 | Homecoming Game 7:00 p.m.
October 16 | End of Grading Period
October 30 | Prep Day/Parent Conference (No School)
November 2 | Staff Development/Parent Conference (No School)
November 23-27 | Thanksgiving Break
December 18 | Early Release Day

2026-2027 District Calendar

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNUS ANNOUCNED

The Sunnyvale ISD Alumni Association is proud to name Chris Bugbee (SJH Class of 1990) the 2026 Alumnus of the Year! This award honors a Raider whose leadership, service and achievements continue well beyond graduation. Mr. Bugbee is that kind of Raider, and we’re excited to celebrate him.

Please join us as we honor Mr. Bugbee at halftime of the Homecoming football game on Friday, October 16, 2026. More on Mr. Bugbee's accomplishments soon!

LEGACY AWARD WINNER ANNOUNCED

The Sunnyvale ISD Alumni Association is proud to name the late Ms. Jeriann Lee the 2026 Legacy Award recipient!

Each year, the Alumni Association presents the Legacy Award to a member of the SISD faculty or staff whose work has left a lasting mark on students, colleagues and the community. Ms. Lee served Sunnyvale ISD for many years, and her dedication will be remembered for generations of Raiders. Please join us as we honor Ms. Lee’s life and legacy at halftime of the Homecoming football game on Friday, October 16, 2026. More on Ms. Lee's Legacy soon!

SIGN UP TODAY FOR THE RAIDER RUN!

The PTA is thrilled to announce this year's main fundraiser, the Booster Raider Run! The $25,000 fundraising goal will be allocated for grade-level events/field trip support, campus support (like a new 3D printer for STEM at SES and new classroom furniture at SIS), school store supplies and increased teacher grants to benefit our students at Sunnyvale Elementary and Intermediate.

October 5 - registration opened
October 21 - Program Kickoff (donations open)
October 29 - Raider Race Day! (Obstacle course on the baseball field)

Families will gather donations through MyBooster.com by simply sharing student pages with friends and family. Every share makes a difference!

RAIDER RUN REGISTRATION

MORE UPCOMING PTA EVENTS & PROGRAMMING

The Sunnyvale ISD PTA consistently brings new ways to connect with other families and support the amazing things happening in our schools. Check out their latest offerings. Click each flyer to enlarge and learn more!

PTA Mother-Son Event

All SES and SIS enrolled boys are invited to bring their mom, or any special lady in their lives, to a fun night of gaming as well as pizza and desserts. Buy your tickets today!

Reflections Art Contest

What does your culture mean to you? Students submit entries by October 30 to the Sunnyvale PTA where they will be judged, with hopes of advancing to regional, state and national levels. Enter to participate.

Raider Run - Sign Up

The Booster Raider Run is a high-energy school-wide fitness fundraiser where students collect pledges from family and friends for the laps they run or walk during a celebratory event day. Sign up today!

Sunnyvale ISD Tour of Homes 2026

Save the date! The PTA is delighted to announce the return of the Tour of Homes on December 5! More to come on home nominations, tickets and details.

Dads of Raiders!

Dads of Raiders is a group of dads and father figures who serve our elementary and intermediate campuses by helping with morning carline, lunch, recess, and other school events. Serve once a month, or once a week, your time makes a meaningful difference for our students and staff! Join Dads of Raiders!

PTA - Upcoming Meetings

Our mission is to FOSTER meaningful family engagement, strengthen the partnership between home and school, and SUPPORT every child’s academic, social, and emotional growth.