Casa Grande Union board honors March students across high schools and CTE programs

The Casa Grande Union High School District governing board paused routine business Tuesday to recognize student achievements across its high schools and CTE programs.

Dr. Chris Lineberry, identified in the record as the principal at Casa Grande Union High School, introduced Elias (surname appears in the transcript as both Razzo and Raza) as the district’s March Rotary Student of the Month. Elias described his family as a central influence and outlined post‑graduation plans that include pursuing business and possibly a master’s degree. Dr. Lineberry praised him, saying, “As you can tell, this is an extremely bright young man with a very bright future.” The transcript lists Elias’s academic record as a 4.6 grade point average and notes certifications and program participation including SOLIDWORKS, OSHA 10 and the Ascend honors program.

Andrea Turan, assistant principal at Vista Grande High School, presented Jalen Villegas as Vista Grande’s Rotary Student of the Month, citing four years on the cheer team, consistent honor-roll standing and National Honor Society membership; Turan noted Jalen has completed six college credits and plans to pursue a bachelor’s degree and a career as an EMT or registered nurse. Lisa Miller, the district’s CTE director, presented CTE students including Sarah Olsen (nominated from the bioscience program) and McKinley Carrier (agriscience); Miller noted Olsen serves as state executive vice president in the Arizona HOSA secondary division and plans to attend Northern Arizona University.

The recognitions highlighted both academic achievement and career-technical success across the district’s programs; the meeting then continued with the board’s agenda.