Hemet Unified deeply appreciates the generosity and commitment of our valued community partners. Your ongoing support plays a vital role in enriching educational experiences and empowering every student to thrive. #TheHUSDway #HUSD #HemetUnified #Generosity

From student to leader, our HUSD principals show the power of education. We’re proud to celebrate their college journeys! #CollegeKickoff #CKO2025 #HUSDLeaders


On Thursday, October 16, Winchester Elementary celebrated the school's 135th birthday (Oct 19th) at their fall festival. The event featured many activities including a petting zoo, cake walk, commemorative photos, and various snack booths. It was wonderful to see the community come together to celebrate one of the oldest school sites in all of Hemet Unified School District!






Hemet Unified deeply appreciates the generosity and commitment of our valued community partners. Your ongoing support plays a vital role in enriching educational experiences and empowering every student to thrive. #TheHUSDway #HUSD #HemetUnified #Generosity

The journey to leadership starts with education. We’re proud of our HUSD principals and their college paths! #CollegeKickoff #CKO2025 #HUSDLeaders



Collaborating for Student Success! A wonderful morning with the Southwest Riverside County Association of Realtors as Dr. Barrett (HUSD) and Dr. Pyle (SJUSD) shared district updates and highlighted key achievements. Strong community support like this is essential for our students' growth. Learn more about HUSD’s recent improvements and recognitions here: https://www.hemetusd.org/page/accomplishments-awards

Little Lake Elementary's PTA concluded its College and Career Week by hosting its first-ever Career Fair on Friday, October 10th. The inaugural event was a huge success, featuring over 20 professions represented to inspire the students and help them explore diverse career paths. The fair provided a fantastic opportunity for students to connect with community professionals and learn about their work, proving it’s never too early to start thinking about the future!







Hemet Unified deeply appreciates the generosity and commitment of our valued community partners. Your ongoing support plays a vital role in enriching educational experiences and empowering every student to thrive. #TheHUSDway #HUSD #HemetUnified #Generosity

Want to become a teacher? Join the Hemet Unified Teacher Residency Program today! Priority Round applications are now open for the 2026/2027 school year. Click Here to find out more!

Education shapes leaders. Celebrate the college journeys of our HUSD Principals and Assistant Principals! #CollegeKickoff #CKO2025 #HUSDLeaders



Hemet Unified deeply appreciates the generosity and commitment of our valued community partners. Your ongoing support plays a vital role in enriching educational experiences and empowering every student to thrive. #TheHUSDway #HUSD #HemetUnified #Generosity

Rancho Viejo Middle School congratulates Shannon Smith on being selected as an Employee of Excellence!
Ms. Smith is a Physical Education (PE) teacher who also serves as the MTSS Coordinator. As a PE Teacher, Ms. Smith always brings enthusiasm and excitement to her classes, making physical education fun for all her students. As the MTSS Coordinator, she works with our support staff to provide additional academic and behavioral support to students. Ms. Smith is a vital part of the Rancho Viejo Team!
Thank you, Ms. Smith, for all you do for our students at Rancho Viejo!
Ms. Smith is a Physical Education (PE) teacher who also serves as the MTSS Coordinator. As a PE Teacher, Ms. Smith always brings enthusiasm and excitement to her classes, making physical education fun for all her students. As the MTSS Coordinator, she works with our support staff to provide additional academic and behavioral support to students. Ms. Smith is a vital part of the Rancho Viejo Team!
Thank you, Ms. Smith, for all you do for our students at Rancho Viejo!

Meet our school leaders! Their paths to higher education inspire us and show our students what’s possible. #CollegeKickoff #CKO2025 #HUSDLeaders



Our school leaders are proof that great things start with education. Celebrate their college journeys with us! #CollegeKickoff #CKO2025 #HUSDLeaders #InspiringSuccess



College Kickoff is here! All month long, students across the district are diving into college and career readiness with fun and meaningful activities! From scavenger hunts and classroom challenges to assemblies, workshops, and bulletin board competitions, students are exploring their futures and taking steps toward post-secondary success.
High school students are completing college applications and FAFSA/CA Dream Act forms, while our middle and elementary schools are learning about careers and exploring college opportunities.
College Kickoff is part of the Riverside County Office of Education Pledge: Every student in Riverside County will graduate prepared for college, the workforce, and civic life.
Let's celebrate our students’ efforts to plan for their futures—one step at a time!
#CollegeKickoff #CKO2025 #CollegeReady #CareerReady #TheHUSDway
High school students are completing college applications and FAFSA/CA Dream Act forms, while our middle and elementary schools are learning about careers and exploring college opportunities.
College Kickoff is part of the Riverside County Office of Education Pledge: Every student in Riverside County will graduate prepared for college, the workforce, and civic life.
Let's celebrate our students’ efforts to plan for their futures—one step at a time!
#CollegeKickoff #CKO2025 #CollegeReady #CareerReady #TheHUSDway

Yesterday, at the Hamilton High School Gym, the Hamilton schools held their annual assembly to celebrate California Native American Day. This assembly came together with the collaboration of multiple local Native American Tribes in the area, sharing their rich and diverse cultures with students through presentations including bird song and dance, literature, clothing, art, and more! Many students from local Tribes volunteered to take part in bird singing and dancing, sharing their pride in their cultures. Thank you so much to all who helped make this assembly a success!




Hamilton Elementary is proud to recognize Mr. Welker as our Employee of Excellence. For the past two years, Mr. Welker has served as a Transitional Kindergarten teacher, bringing incredible enthusiasm and passion for teaching to our school community.
His classroom is a place where learning comes alive—engaging, exciting, and filled with joy. Students are captivated by his lessons and often share that they wish they could stay in his class forever. Families consistently express their appreciation for the positive and nurturing environment he creates, where students not only thrive academically but also develop a true love for learning.
Mr. Welker’s dedication extends beyond his classroom. He actively participates in school activities and contributes to making Hamilton Elementary a better place for all. His contagious enthusiasm inspires both students and colleagues, and his commitment to fostering growth is evident in the remarkable progress his students achieve.
We are truly honored that Mr. Welker has made Hamilton his home. He embodies the very best of what it means to be an educator, and we are proud to celebrate him as a shining example of excellence.
His classroom is a place where learning comes alive—engaging, exciting, and filled with joy. Students are captivated by his lessons and often share that they wish they could stay in his class forever. Families consistently express their appreciation for the positive and nurturing environment he creates, where students not only thrive academically but also develop a true love for learning.
Mr. Welker’s dedication extends beyond his classroom. He actively participates in school activities and contributes to making Hamilton Elementary a better place for all. His contagious enthusiasm inspires both students and colleagues, and his commitment to fostering growth is evident in the remarkable progress his students achieve.
We are truly honored that Mr. Welker has made Hamilton his home. He embodies the very best of what it means to be an educator, and we are proud to celebrate him as a shining example of excellence.

Ms. Villanueva comes to work every day with a smile and is eager to help all students, families, and colleagues alike. Her positive attitude is contagious to the front office team, and she is always willing to help anyone in need. What makes Ms. Villanueva extraordinary is her relentless work ethic, servicing multiple committees and programs at Diamond Valley Middle School, including School Site Council, English Learner Advisory Committee, and workshops like the Parent Institute for Quality Education. Ms. Villanueva is extremely tech-savvy and supports all of Diamond Valley’s social media engagement too!
Ms. Villanueva is awesome; she embodies the meaning of customer service, and we are proud to recognize this amazing Diamondback!
Ms. Villanueva is awesome; she embodies the meaning of customer service, and we are proud to recognize this amazing Diamondback!

Tahquitz High School Proudly Recognizes Major Antonio Williams as their Employee of Excellence!
Major Antonio Williams is a true leader at Tahquitz High School. As our Senior Marine Instructor (SMI), Major Williams leads our scholars in our advanced MCJROTC classes.
Major Williams teaches leadership principles, management, and communication to our cadets. Additionally, he provides opportunities for our scholars to practice healthy habits through physical fitness routines, and to participate in community service and extracurricular activities.
Most recently, Major Williams presented the American flag to Dr. Christi Barrett in a touching and emotional 9/11 remembrance ceremony held during our district leadership meeting. We are proud of Major Williams and all he does for our school and community.
Major Antonio Williams is a true leader at Tahquitz High School. As our Senior Marine Instructor (SMI), Major Williams leads our scholars in our advanced MCJROTC classes.
Major Williams teaches leadership principles, management, and communication to our cadets. Additionally, he provides opportunities for our scholars to practice healthy habits through physical fitness routines, and to participate in community service and extracurricular activities.
Most recently, Major Williams presented the American flag to Dr. Christi Barrett in a touching and emotional 9/11 remembrance ceremony held during our district leadership meeting. We are proud of Major Williams and all he does for our school and community.

Mr. Andrew Silva, our Alternative to Suspension (ATS) Teacher, is being recognized as Fruitvale’s Employee of Excellence. Mr. Silva has done an outstanding job with the ATS program, embodying our core values to Embrace, Educate, and Empower every student, every day.
In addition to his role as the ATS teacher, Mr. Silva also serves as our fantastic Admin Designee and leads several after-school clubs. His unwavering commitment to our students, staff, and families is deeply appreciated and has been instrumental in making Fruitvale such a great place to learn and work.
Congratulations on this well deserved recognition Mr. Silva!
In addition to his role as the ATS teacher, Mr. Silva also serves as our fantastic Admin Designee and leads several after-school clubs. His unwavering commitment to our students, staff, and families is deeply appreciated and has been instrumental in making Fruitvale such a great place to learn and work.
Congratulations on this well deserved recognition Mr. Silva!

