Brenda Bland- Principal
Theresa Callisto- Principal Secretary 520-515-2944
Front Office- 520-515-2940
Jamie Patterson- School Nurse 520-515-2945
Aliyah Schulz- Counselor 520-515-2946
Bella Vista Elementary School
Our Staff
Title 1 Spotlights Bella Vista
Come on out to the Bella Vista Cafeteria on Thursday, August 14th from 4 - 5:30 PM. Teachers will be teaching about the different programs here at Bella Vista! You will learn about PBIS and our expectations Matrix, our curriculum, the Olweus Bullying Prevention Program, Wonders, Renaissance Home Connect for 1st - 3rd grade, Rooms, English as a Second Language, information on the what the nurse does, information on what the counselor does, and what how our registered behavior technician supports students. You will also learn what Title 1 is and how it is structured to help support all students who attend Bella Vista. Students will get a map and earn prizes for visiting all the stations that are set up to learn all about us!!!! Can't wait to see you there!
Did you know you can find all of the important dates about upcoming events and school happenings on our events page by clicking here
Every Wednesday - Early Release 12:45
August 14 - Title 1 Spotlights Bella Vista 4:00 - 5:30
August 29 - Bobcat Brigade 8:10- 9:00
🌧️ Weather Release Reminder 🌩️
At Bella Vista, student safety always comes first! If there’s a weather delay at dismissal time (like lightning or heavy storms), we may temporarily hold walkers and bus riders on campus until it’s safe to release them. If this happens, we’ll notify you through our usual communication channels.
If you choose to pick up your child during inclement weather, please head to the front office with your ID to sign them out. Students signed out during a weather delay will be marked excused.
Helpful tip: Storms often pass quickly—consider waiting 10 minutes before signing out your child.
🔹 Be sure your emergency contacts are up to date with everyone authorized to pick up your child.
🔹 If your child walks or rides the bus, have a backup plan ready during stormy weather.
Thanks for helping us keep everyone safe and dry!
🚗 Pick-Up & Drop-Off Reminders 🦁
To help keep our students safe and traffic flowing smoothly, please review these important procedures:
Parents will be able to use the Kiss-N-Go loop on the south side of the campus to quickly drop students off and pick them up. Car riders will be released from the K-3 Hallway.
Parents will be able to park on both sides of Las Brisas Way to walk their students to the cafeteria for drop off or to pick up after school in the cafeteria.
Walkers will be released from the cafeteria.
The staff parking lot is our bus loop and parents will not be able to park there during drop off and pick up.
🌟 Staff Spotlight: Theresa Callisto 🌟
🎉 Back to School Staff Spotlight: SVUSD Employee of the Year – Theresa Callisto!
As we kick off a new school year, we’re proud to shine our Back to School spotlight on Theresa Callisto, our SVUSD Employee of the Year!
Theresa exemplifies excellence as Bella Vista’s principal secretary. With her unwavering dedication, positive attitude, and outstanding work ethic, she is the heart of the front office and a vital part of the school community. Her exceptional organizational skills, calm professionalism, and warm, respectful approach create a welcoming environment for students, staff, and families alike.
Theresa’s behind-the-scenes efficiency allows teachers to focus on students, and her uplifting presence fosters a culture of kindness, collaboration, and trust. Her impact is deeply felt throughout Bella Vista, and we’re thrilled to celebrate her as she helps set a positive tone for the year ahead.
Congratulations, Theresa – and thank you for helping us Achieve Excellence Together!