Saguaro High School SUSD

What a way to kick off the 2026–27 school year! 🖤💛

Our first week was full of Sabercat spirit and our Welcome Back Assembly was the perfect way to celebrate it all! 🐾

Here’s to a year filled with big goals, great memories, and endless opportunities to grow. It’s going to be a great year to be a Sabercat!

Let’s make it an unforgettable one. 🐾✨

A huge thank you to the Saguaro PTO for treating our staff to a wonderful Welcome Back Breakfast as we kick off a new school year. Your generosity and support help fuel our amazing educators as they prepare to make this year unforgettable for our Sabercats!

Want to make a difference at Saguaro? The PTO is always looking for parents, family members, and community supporters to get involved. Whether you can volunteer your time, share your talents, or make a donation, every contribution helps enrich the experience for our students and staff.

Join us in supporting our Sabercat community—because great schools are built together. 💛🐾

🎉 **Welcome Back, Sabercats!** 🐾

The countdown is on! We're excited to kick off another amazing year at Saguaro High School.

📚 **Student schedules will be available TODAY at 4:00 p.m.** on the **NEW ParentVUE and StudentVUE apps.**

⏰ Be sure to check the **First Day Bell Schedule** included in this post and on **ParentSquare** so you're ready for Day 1!

Before requesting any schedule changes, please review your schedule carefully as a family. Our counselors will be available for **drop-in schedule meetings**:

🎓 **Tuesday, August 4 | 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.** – Seniors
🎓 **Thursday, August 6 | 9:00–11:00 a.m.** – Juniors
🎓 **Thursday, August 6 | 12:30–2:30 p.m.** – Freshmen & Sophomores

Schedule changes are reviewed according to the SUSD High School Planning Guide and are limited to qualifying circumstances, such as graduation requirements, completed summer school coursework, or missing prerequisites. Requests based on teacher preference, class period, or being with friends cannot be accommodated.

We can't wait to welcome our Sabercats back to campus—let's make it a great year! 🖤💛

Congratulations to Saguaro High School junior Myson Galindo on being named to the prestigious UNITY 25 Under 25 national leadership class!

A proud member of the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community, Myson is one of just 25 Native American and Alaska Native youth leaders selected nationwide for this honor.

Through his leadership with the Young River People’s Council, community mural projects, youth media initiatives, and advocacy for Native youth, Myson is making a lasting impact both locally and beyond.

As a member of the UNITY 25 Under 25 cohort, he will participate in national leadership training and UNITY events designed to further strengthen his leadership and service.

Attention all future Sabercats! Check out Parent Square for more information on how to RSVP for our Freshmen and New Student Orientation opportunities!

Saguaro High School's 2026 Graduating Class got one more member at Tuesday night's Governing Board Meeting as Mae Applegate Defiel was awarded with an honorary high school diploma.

In just a few weeks, Mae will celebrate her 100th birthday. When asked what she wanted most for this milestone, her answer was simple: a high school diploma.

Mae left high school in Cleveland during World War II to help support her family while her future husband served our country. Though she never had the opportunity to finish her high school education, she went on to build a life defined by hard work, service, and community impact, helping operate several Scottsdale-area restaurants and contributing to the community she has called home for more than 60 years.

On Tuesday night, that lifelong goal became a reality.

Congratulations, Mae, on this well-deserved honor. Happy early 100th birthday, and welcome to the Saguaro High School Class of 2026!

Saguaro High School senior Alain Gomez-Gudiño has been named the 2025–26 Gatorade Arizona Baseball Player of the Year! ⚾

A key leader on Saguaro’s 4A State Championship team, Alain posted an impressive .455 batting average with six home runs and 35 RBIs this season while earning 4A State Title Game MVP honors.

His success extends beyond the field.

Alain maintained a 3.47 GPA, has signed to continue his baseball career at the University of South Carolina, and gives back to the community through his volunteer work with the Scottsdale Miracle League, which helps provide baseball opportunities for individuals with disabilities and special healthcare needs.

Congratulations, Alain! We’re proud of all you’ve accomplished and look forward to following your journey at the next level.

📷: Wynter Photography

Tyler Moag is one of the top 7 most positive athletes in Arizona! We are so proud of Tyler. She was chosen out of 15,000 applicants this year. Despite being injured, she became a fantastic addition to the Softball coaching staff. She displays positive energy wherever she goes at school and we are so proud to know her. Congratulations Tyler. Good luck in college! 🖤💛🖤💛🥎

Senior Breakfast! 💛🖤🎓

Congratulations to the Saguaro High School Class of 2026! 🎓

Your hard work, school spirit, and dedication have led you to this incredible milestone. SUSD is proud to celebrate all you’ve accomplished and can’t wait to see what’s next for you, Sabercats!