
Four Consecutive Years of A-Rated Excellence!
Estrella Foothills High School is proud to announce that we have earned an A-rating for the fourth consecutive year!
This achievement reflects the dedication and hard work of our students, teachers, staff, and families. Together, we continue to foster academic excellence, support student growth, and prepare our Wolves for success in the classroom and beyond.
Thank you to our school community for being part of this continued success. We are proud of our Wolves and look forward to building on this tradition of excellence!

A fun night of friendly competition with Buckeye Union High School! π
Our Boys Beach Volleyball team had a great time competing with our district rivals and showing that even with a rivalry, thereβs always room for good sportsmanship and camaraderie!

As we head into our Fall Break, we would like to deliver essential yearbook & portrait information! Itβs time to capture memories and secure your copy of this yearβs yearbook. Please review the critical deadlines and portrait dates below to ensure you donβt miss out.
School Portrait & Makeup Schedules
Grades 9β11 Picture Makeup Day: Tuesday, November 19 | 8:00 AM β 12:00 PM
Senior Portraits: Sunday, December 8 | 8:00 AM β 12:00 PM
Senior Portrait Makeup Day: Thursday, January 14 | 8:00 AM β 12:00 PM
NOTE: All seniors will take two pictures. One picture is what they wear to school on picture day (Dress Nice), and the other is in a black suit and tie for males and an off-the-shoulder shawl for females. These items will be provided by Grads Photography. Tere will be NO Cap-and-Gown photos in this year's annual.
Senior Deadlines & Requirements
Senior Quotes: Due to Mr. Hachtel no later than Friday, December 18 by 3:00 PM.
Note: We must receive a minimum of 300 senior quotes school-wide for quotes to be included in this year's edition! Don't delayβsubmit yours early.
Senior Ads: The final deadline to submit a Senior Ad is Friday, March 12.
Yearbook Pricing Tiers
Buy early to secure the best rate! Prices increase as the year progresses:
Aug 4 β Oct 11: $65
Oct 12 β Dec 20: $75
Dec 21 β Mar 14: $85
Mar 15 β May 20: $100
How to Purchase Yearbooks & Senior Ads
Please scan the QR Code on the attached flyer to complete your purchase for both the yearbook and Senior Ads.
POLICY FOR SENIOR ADS:
Senior Ads are reserved ONLY for graduating seniors. Underclassmen are strictly prohibited from purchasing these ads. If you are an underclassman and accidentally purchase a Senior Ad, it will not be added to the yearbook, and no refund will be issued. Please ensure you are selecting the correct items at checkout. Let me know if you have any questions.

We hope our students, staff and families enjoy the week ahead, take time to recharge, and make plenty of fall memories.
π Fall Break: October 12β16
π« Weβll see our students back on campus Monday, October 19!
Enjoy your break, BUHSD!
#buhsd201 #arateddistrict #buhshawks #efhswolves #yhsroughriders #buhsdlcbulldogs

This week, BUHSD schools welcomed seniors and their families for Senior Family & FAFSA Nights! From connecting with college and trade school representatives to exploring scholarships, financial aid, and military opportunities, students and families had the chance to ask questions, gather resources, and start mapping out what life after high school could look like.
Behind every big next step is a community cheering our students on. Weβre proud to help our seniors explore their options, find their path, and get ready for everything that comes NEXT!
#buhsd201 #BUHSDNext #ClassOf2027 #GearUp #buhshawks #efhswolves #yhsroughriders

















Yesterday our future educators spent National Be a Teacher Day where it counts: in classrooms! The EFHS Education Professions students teamed up with students at Westar Elementary for their STEAM buddy day! Watching them guide students, ask great questions, and cheer on every kid reminds us exactly why this pathway matters.
Thank you, Westar teachers, for opening your classrooms to our cadets! π



For our first lesson, students used Makey Makey kits to design and build accessible game pads, learning how STEM can make play possible for every learner.

BUHSD schools and offices will have modified hours during Fall Break, October 12β16. Please see the graphic for office hours at the District Office, BUHS, EFHS, YHS and Learning Center.
π« Students return Monday, October 19.
Have a safe, relaxing and enjoyable Fall Break, BUHSD family!
#buhsd201 #buhshawks #efhswolves #yhsroughriders #buhsdlcbulldogs


Our students are putting their creativity, problem-solving skills and engineering minds to work as they construct their βegg keepersβ for their Egg Drop Project.
From designing to building to testing, theyβre learning that sometimes the best way to understand science is to get hands-on and put it to the test! π‘π₯
#buhsd201 #BUHSDNext #BuiltForWhatsNext #ScienceInAction #HandsOnLearning




Today, we celebrate the incredible educators across Buckeye Union High School District who inspire, challenge, encourage and empower our students every day. Your dedication, passion and commitment help our students become BUHSD NEXT - ready for whatever comes next!
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of our students and our community. We appreciate you today and every day!
#WorldTeachersDay #BUHSDNEXT #BUHSD201 #BuiltForWhatsNext #TeachersMakeADifference

This October, weβre celebrating the incredible leaders who make a difference every day across Buckeye Union High School District!
Please join us in recognizing our four outstanding principals:
Biju Padmanabhan - Buckeye Union High School
Kim Heinz - Estrella Foothills High School
Kristin McClellan - Youngker High School
Dr. Karen Sanders - BUHSD Learning Center
Thank you for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to creating schools where students and staff can thrive. Your impact reaches far beyond the school office - you help shape the culture, opportunities, and future of our entire district.
Happy National Principals Month! We appreciate you!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #buhsd201 #buhshawks #efhswolves #yhsroughriders #lcbulldogs

Your expertise, experience, and insight can help shape the future of Career & Technical Education at Buckeye Union High School District.
Join us for our Fall CTE Advisory on September 30, 2026, from 8β10 a.m. at the BUHSD District Office β A-Wing Building.
Our advisory committees help strengthen connections between education and industry while supporting and expanding opportunities for students.
How can you help? Advise. Advocate. Assist. Support.
Program Areas: Medical Assisting, Sports Medicine and JROTC
π 902 E. Eason Ave., Buckeye, AZ 85326
π₯ Breakfast provided
#buhsd201 #BUHSDCTE #CareerTechnicalEducation #CTE #IndustryPartners #WorkforceReady #BuiltForWhatsNext

Dear Parents and Guardians,
Preserve your student's memories by purchasing the 2027 school yearbook today.
We are excited to announce that orders are officially open! Our yearbook staff is already hard at work capturing the unforgettable moments, friendships, and milestones of this school year. These keepsakes are highly popular and quantities are limited, so we encourage you to secure your copy as soon as possible.
Ordering is quick and easy! Click here to order your 2027 yearbook online from your smartphone, tablet, or computer.
You can also use the QR code on the attached flyer:
Viewing on a smartphone? Take a screenshot of the flyer and open it in your Photos app. On an iPhone, press and hold the QR code and select the option to open the link. On an Android, use Google Lens to scan the screenshot and open the link.
Viewing on a computer or printed flyer? Point your smartphone camera at the QR code, then tap the link that appears to begin your order.
Please note that we are offering tiered pricing this year, meaning the earlier you buy, the more you save. Be sure to order early to lock in the lowest available rate:
2027 Yearbook Pricing Schedule
August 4 β October 11: $65.00 (Best Value!)
October 12 β December 20: $75.00
December 21 β March 14: $85.00
March 15 β May 20: $100.00
Books are selling fast, so please do not delay. If you have any questions regarding your order or if you run into any technical issues while scanning the flyer, please reach out to the school front office.
Thank you for supporting our school and helping your student hold onto these memories for a lifetime!

BUHSD families, donβt forget that Wednesday, September 16 is an Early Release Day for Staff Professional Learning.
Classes will follow the regular schedule tomorrow - not the late-start schedule.
Dismissal times:
BUHS: 12:30 p.m.
EFHS: 11:30 a.m.
YHS: 11:20 a.m.
Please plan accordingly for transportation and after-school arrangements. We appreciate your support as our staff takes time to learn, collaborate, and grow!
#buhsd201 #aratateddistrict #buckeyeaz #buhsdnext

Please report absences within 24 hours.

All Buckeye Union High School District sites will have an early release on Wednesday, September 16 for a Staff Professional Learning Day.
Release times vary by school, so please check your schoolβs bell schedule for specific start and release times.
Thank you for helping us make space for professional learning that supports success for all students!
#buhsd201 #BUHSDNEXT #arateddistrict #EarlyRelease #ProfessionalLearning

Ending the week with a little school spirit and a lot of smiles! These Estrella Foothills High School staff members are showing us that Fridays are even better when youβre rocking your Wolves gear. πΊ
Hereβs to the people who bring energy, pride and positivity to our schools every day. Happy Friday, BUHSD! πΊβ¨
#FridaySmiles #BUHSD201 #arateddistrict #EFHSWolves #WolvesPride

Weβre in the final hours of voting for the Best of the Best West Valley 2026, and thereβs still time to make your vote count! π³οΈ
Buckeye Union High School District is proud to be represented in three categories:
91. Best High School: Estrella Foothills High School
94. Best High School Teacher: Shannon Contreras
95. Best Mascot: Buckeye Hawks π¦
π VOTE TODAY:
bit.ly/4ym2pbV
Voting closes TODAY, September 10!
If you havenβt voted yet - today is your last chance! And if youβve already voted, thank you for supporting our schools, educators and students.
Letβs finish strong and show the West Valley what makes our BUHSD family the best!
#buhsd201 #buhsdnext #arateddistrict #buhshawks #efhswolves #westvalleyview

