Cottonwood-Oak Creek Schools

🌟 A HUGE THANK YOU to our incredible local business sponsors! 🌟 Your generous support is helping us celebrate the dedication and academic achievements of our amazing students! As we are busy testing students this week, we are especially grateful for the donations that make this time more exciting and rewarding for them. With state testing in full swing, our students have been working hard to master grade-level standards and reach their personal goals. To keep them motivated, they’ll earn tickets for meeting their daily testing goals—each ticket increases their chances of winning fantastic prizes like bikes, family games, athletic equipment, and more, all made possible by our wonderful local businesses! We’re so proud of our students' efforts and are excited to celebrate their success as we continue to uphold our "A" rating from the Arizona Department of Education! 🎓✨ When you're out shopping or choosing services, please consider supporting the businesses that invest in our community’s youth—their generosity makes a lasting impact! 💙 From the bottom of our hearts, THANK YOU! And a BIG LOBO HOWL to you all! 🐺 #CommunitySupport #LoboPride #AcademicSuccess #ThankYouSponsors #StateTesting #CCSFamily

📢 We're Hiring! Join Our Team! 📢 Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District is looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our amazing team! 💙 We have a variety of positions available, including: 🍎 Teachers 🧩 Paraprofessionals 🧼 Custodial/Maintenance Staff 🚌 Bus Drivers & Bus Monitors 🏃‍♂️ PE Teacher 🌟 21st Century Coordinator 👩‍⚕️ School Psychologist 🗣️ Speech-Language Pathologist ✅ Substitutes 🔎 Check out all our current openings and apply today: 👉 https://cottonwood.schoolspring.com/ Come be a part of something great and make a positive impact in the lives of our students! ✨ #JoinOurTeam #COCSD Schools #NowHiring #MakeADifference

🚗 Rev Your Engines! 🚙 The countdown is on! Verde Tech High School’s First Annual Car Show is just two weeks away! 🚘✨ 📅 When: Saturday, April 12 📍 Where: Verde Tech High School Bring the whole family for a day of amazing cars and community spirit. Don’t miss out on this exciting event—mark your calendars now!🏁

Thank you to our Roadrunner families and community who came to Oak Creek School's Family Bingo Night Fundraiser for Mrs. Ludden's Culinary/Agriculture program. 🌱 It was a great success! PTO provided free hot dog combo meals 🌭 and all the drawing prizes! 🎟 If you weren't able to attend, but would still like to donate, Mrs. Ludden has updated the program's Amazon Wishlist! 📦 Just follow the QR code or this link https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1EY7FC1F67F4C?ref_=list_d_wl_ys_list_1&filter=unpurchased&sort=default&viewType=list #cottonwoodoakcreekschools #oakcreekschool #ocs #pto #parentteacherorganization #fundraiser #bingonight #bingo #agricultureclass #community #family #culinaryclass #amazonwishlist #donations

Ms. Way and her little Jedis are gathering at the CCS 21st Century After School Club for an epic discussion on Light Side vs. Dark Side! 🌌🌟 💫 "The Force is strong with these young minds," says Ms. Way as they debate the importance of making the right decisions in a galaxy of endless possibilities.

🎉 Celebrating Mr. Steven Scott! 🎉 Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District would like to take a moment to recognize and thank Mr. Steven Scott for his incredible dedication and service since August 2021. After seeing an article in the paper about our need for bus drivers, Mr. Scott stepped up and became a vital part of our transportation team. Coming from the corporate world, Mr. Scott brought a high level of professionalism to our district. But beyond that, he has always been student-centered—putting the safety and well-being of our students first every day. His positive attitude, reliability, and commitment have made a lasting impact on our students and staff alike. As Mr. Scott moves on to his next endeavor, we want to wish him nothing but the best. He will truly be missed, and his contributions will not be forgotten. Thank you, Mr. Scott, for all you have done! 🚍❤️

🌟 Employee Spotlight: David Davidson! 🌟 Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District is proud to recognize David Davidson as March’s Transportation Employee of the Month! 🚌👏 David’s dedication and expertise keep our buses running smoothly, ensuring that our fleet is safe and reliable for our students. Not only does he keep things running behind the scenes, but he also steps up to drive routes when needed, always putting the safety of our students first. His positive attitude, flexibility, and commitment to excellence make him an invaluable part of our transportation team. Thank you, David, for your hard work and unwavering support of our district! We appreciate everything you do! 💙💛 #COCSDProud #EmployeeOfTheMonth #ThankYouDavid #SafeAndSound #TeamworkInAction

🌟 Exciting News from Verde Tech High School! 🌟 We're thrilled to announce the launch of our Welding Technologies Program starting Fall 2025! 🔧🔥 This hands-on program will equip students with valuable skills for a high-demand career in welding and metalwork. 📢 Space is limited! Call us at 928.634.2191 to get on the waiting list today. Please specify the program when you call.

Verde Tech’s talented animation students will be hosting a booth at the Verde Valley Comic Expo this Saturday, March 29, 2025! 🎨🎥 Come by to meet the creators, see their amazing work, and learn about the creative process behind their animations.

🌾 Celebrate National Whole Grain Day with Us! 🌾 Whole grains are an important part of a balanced diet, and they help keep our minds sharp and our bodies energized. On National Whole Grain Day, we’re raising awareness about the benefits of these nutrient-packed foods! Whole grains include foods like whole wheat, brown rice, oats, and barley. They are great for maintaining energy throughout the school day. Let’s make healthy choices together—try swapping your regular snacks for whole grain options today! What is your families go to grain? List in the comments below... #NationalWholeGrainDay #COCSDHealthyStudents #WholeGrains #BetterTogether #SchoolNutrition

Attention 8th Grade Parents: Is your child interested in airplanes or becoming a pilot someday? If yes, he/she can explore the exciting world of aviation by joining COCSD's 8th Grade Cottonwood Condors Club! An instructor from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, a leader in aviation education, will be guiding the club. This club will meet the next 6 Tuesdays (starting tomorrow), 4:00-5:30, on the CES campus. Email Laurie Altringer at laltringer@cocsd.k12.az.us for more information and to sign up your 8th grader.

Welcome Back, COCSD Families! We hope you had a wonderful Spring Break filled with fun and adventure! School is back in session on Monday, March 24th, 2025, and we’re excited to see our students, families, and staff ready for a great rest of the school year. Let’s make it a fantastic return! See you all soon! 😊📚🎉

🌟 Verde Valley Comic Expo 2025! 🌟 Get ready, comic fans! The Verde Valley Comic Expo is back on March 29, 2025, from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Cottonwood Public Library! 🎉 🦸‍♂️ Comics, Cosplay, Panels, Vendors, Food & More! 🎟️ Admission: $5 | $3 with 2 canned food donations | Kids 10 & under FREE 🌟 Special Guests: Chris Giarrusso, Steve Rude & Michael Gallagher! 📍 Location: 100 S 6th St, Cottonwood, AZ 86326 🔗 More info: verdevalleycomicexpo.com Mark your calendars and bring your best cosplay—we’ll see you there! 🎭📚✨ #VerdeValleyComicExpo #ComicCon #Cosplay #CottonwoodAZ

🌷🌞 Spring Break = Family Time 🌞🌷 Students, families, and staff – we know many of you take this time to enjoy some well-deserved quality time together. Whether it's tackling spring cleaning, planting a garden, taking a fun day trip, or even heading off on a vacation, the possibilities are endless! We’d love to hear what exciting adventures your family has planned! Share in the comments below and let’s inspire each other with some amazing ideas! ✨👇 #COCSDSpringBreakAdventures #FamilyTime #MakingMemories

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀 Sodexo Food Service and Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District are wishing everyone a day filled with luck, laughter, and delicious food! 🌈💚 May your day be as bright as a rainbow and as lucky as a four-leaf clover! 🌿✨ We’re feeling extra lucky to serve our amazing students and community every day. Enjoy the festivities, and don’t forget to wear green! 🍽️😊 Drop a 🍀 in the comments if you're celebrating today! #HappyStPatricksDay #LuckyToServeYou #SodexoFoodService #COCSD

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day, COCSD Families! 🍀 We’d love to hear how you celebrate this festive day! Do you wear green, attend a parade, or cook up something special? ☘️ What’s your favorite St. Patrick’s Day treat? Corned Beef and Cabbage, Shamrock Sugar Cookies, Irish Soda Bread, or something else delicious? Share your traditions and favorite foods in the comments below! ⬇️ Let’s spread some St. Paddy’s Day cheer! 🇮🇪💚 #StPatricksDay #COCSDCelebrates

Reminder to COCSD Families: Spring Break will take place from Monday, March 17th, through Friday, March 21st. School will resume on Monday, March 24th, 2025. We wish all students, families, and staff a wonderful Spring Break filled with exciting adventures!

🎉 Mrs. Altringer’s Algebra class celebrated Pi Day in style! 🥧📚 With math activities, and of course, some tasty pie, it was a day to remember. Here’s to making math both fun and delicious! #PiDay2025

Thank you to all the Verde Tech parents and students who joined us for student-led conferences last night! Your support and engagement play a big role in our students’ success. We appreciate you!

🎶 Exciting things are happening at Mariposa Preschool! Mrs. Catalano's grant, “Enhancing Language Development through Rhythm Patterns,” is already making an impact! 🥁 With the help of our new paraprofessional and talented local artist, Matthew Amato, students experienced their very first drum lesson last week. The joy and creativity were undeniable! 💫