Somos Sunnyside Previous Episodes

In this episode of Somos Sunnyside, we welcome Chris Higgins, a proud Sunnyside graduate whose journey from student to championin the district reflects the power of community and perseverance. Chris

We’re excited to launch Season 3 of Somos Sunnyside with a very special episode spotlighting two of Sunnyside High School’s amazing leaders and recent Southern Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce

In this episode of the Somos Sunnyside Podcast, we sit down with Ximena Balmaceda, Sunnyside High School’s 2025 valedictorian, who shares her inspiring academic journey marked by dedication,

In this inspiring episode of Somos Sunnyside, Superintendent Gastelum sits down with Desert View High School’s own Sebastian Gonzalez, a proud product of the Sunnyside Unified School District.

In this episode of Somos Sunnyside, we’re thrilled to feature Jeanette Mendoza, a standout senior from Sunnyside High School. Jeanette is a passionate learner with a deep love for both mariachi

In this powerful episode of Somos Sunnyside, we highlight a groundbreaking collaboration that’s hitting all the right notes in the Sunnyside Unified School District. Superintendent Gastelum sits

In this episode of Somos Sunnyside, we sit down with Arlene Wade Peña, a dedicated second grade teacher at Elvira Elementary School and this year’s recipient of the Esperanza Teacher of the Year

In this episode of Somos Sunnyside, we highlight an essential service making a difference in our community—mobile dentistry in Sunnyside schools. Our guests, Lilly Meda and Dr. Aram Abramian from

In this episode of the Somos Sunnyside podcast, Superintendent Gastelum sits down with Dr. Jeffrey P. Nasse, Chancellor of Pima Community College (PCC), to discuss the incredible opportunities

In this episode of Somos Sunnyside, Superintendent Gastelum welcomes a panel of dedicated educators to share their journeys into teaching and how they found a professional home within the Sunnyside