Superintendent’s Office

Message from Our Superintendent

Superintendent’s Message: May 2026

Dear Tolleson Union High School District Community,

May marks an exciting milestone as we prepare to honor the Class of 2026 at our graduation ceremonies on May 18 and 19 at State Farm Stadium. This moment represents the culmination of years of dedication, perseverance, and growth for our students, and I am thrilled to celebrate their achievements alongside families, friends, and our dedicated staff.

As we gather for this special occasion, I want to share an important update regarding parking at the stadium. Due to rising operational costs, State Farm Stadium planned to implement a parking fee for graduation attendees. Understanding the importance of making this event accessible for all, the Tolleson Union High School District has chosen to cover the parking costs so that our families and guests can focus on celebrating without additional expenses.

In addition, the district also covered the costs for all Seniors to have a graduation yard sign. We know how hard our students worked to reach this moment, and we want them to proudly display their accomplishment in their front yard. Seniors should check with their school for more details on distribution. It is just a part of how our district values our students and their families.

Also, you may want to put May 11 on your calendar as well, as our district will be presenting a State of the District recap, showing how far we have come as a district, where we are currently, and where we are headed. This public event for our students and their families, along with our employees and our constituents, will take place at Westview High School with a mariachi reception beginning at 5:30 p.m. The presentation begins promptly at 6:00 p.m.

For all our underclassmen, the completion of the year is a great time for reflection. If you find yourself behind on credits, then please join us for summer school so we can help you get back on track. If you find yourself with a passion or interest that you want to explore or possibly pursue, then please contact your counselor so we can assist you with your ambition.

It has been a great year of celebrations and triumphs. In the fall, we had a successful Commitment Day, which we aim to replicate for the third year in a row in September 2026. La Joya Community High School joined University High School and West Point High School as schools being designated as having an A-Letter grade. Who will join them in the fall, Copper Canyon?

We have also had success with our Unified Sports program, netting two state champions! West Point High School’s Unified Sports Team won the Flag Football State Championship, followed by Westview’s Volleyball State Championship in Unified Sports. Copper Canyon made it to the finals in esports, and there were numerous individual and team successes to celebrate throughout the year across all our campuses. Who will be our next state champion?

We look forward to celebrating with you in the middle of the month. See the schedule below to find the date and time of your graduation ceremony.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. I look forward to seeing you at graduation as we recognize the accomplishments of our outstanding students. For those of you who are saying goodbye to us at the end of this year, then whatever you do next, pursue excellence and pursue it with a passion! Excellence in Every Endeavor!

Congratulations to the Class of 2026!

Sincerely,

Jeremy Calles

Jeremy Calles
Superintendent
Tolleson Union High School District