Dear SVUSD Community,
Welcome to the 2026-2027 school year in the Saddleback Valley Unified School District! I’m Dr. Crystal Turner, the very proud superintendent, and I’m excited for another year of learning, growth, and opportunity together.
This year, we begin with a renewed mission: SV Elevates by empowering each and every student to achieve academic excellence and well-being through engaging and rigorous learning experiences that build on all students’ strengths. This mission reflects both who we are and our commitment to helping every student reach their fullest potential.
Our latest California School Dashboard results show continued progress across several important areas, including graduation rates, English language arts, mathematics, attendance, and college and career readiness. We are especially encouraged by the growth demonstrated among our student groups that have historically faced greater challenges. While there is more work ahead, these results reflect our ongoing commitment to closing achievement gaps and ensuring every SVUSD student has the support and opportunities needed to succeed.
Across SVUSD, students benefit from rigorous academics and enriching experiences, including IB, AP, Dual Language Immersion, STEAM, Career Technical Education, athletics, arts education, student leadership, Unified Sports, and intramurals. These opportunities help prepare students to excel beyond graduation, with our graduates earning millions of dollars in scholarships and distinguishing themselves in academics, athletics, and the arts. These opportunities reflect the strong TK–12 foundation we provide to help every student feel connected, supported, and ready to succeed.
Supporting student success is a shared effort. Every day, our employees, families, and community partners contribute their time, insight, and resources to create stronger schools and greater opportunities for our students.
That shared commitment has helped SVUSD earn recognition as South Orange County’s Best School District for four consecutive years. This honor belongs to everyone who contributes to making SVUSD an exceptional place to learn, work, and grow.
On behalf of the Board of Education, thank you for your continued partnership and for allowing us the privilege of supporting students’ growth and success. Please stay connected with SVUSD this school year through our communication platform ParentSquare and social media channels like Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), TikTok, and YouTube.
I look forward to seeing how, together, SV Elevates in 2026-2027.
Sincerely,
Crystal Turner, Ed.D
