📚✨ Literacy Spotlight: Dr. Daniel Bright School ✨📚
We’re celebrating the joy of reading across COCSD by highlighting literacy at each of our school sites! Our librarians are sharing books they love and giving families a peek at some of the fun stories students can discover in their school libraries.
This week, Mrs. Earl, DDB Librarian, is highlighting Mustache Baby by Bridget Heos. 🥸📖
“When Billy was born, his family noticed something different about him. He was born with a mustache!
The family soon figures out that Billy either has a ‘good guy mustache’ or a ‘bad guy mustache’ that curls up at the ends.”
Will Billy’s mustache lead him toward good-guy adventures…or a little bit of mischief? You’ll have to read Mustache Baby to find out! 👀
At COCSD, we know that building strong readers starts with helping children discover books they’re excited to read. We’re grateful for librarians like Mrs. Earl who make our libraries welcoming places for curiosity, imagination, and a lifelong love of reading. ❤️📚
#COCSD #LiteracySpotlight #MustacheBaby #DDB #LoveOfReading #SchoolLibraries #ReadersAreLeaders
🎲➕ Math Fun in Grade 1! ➕🎲
Our Grade 1 mathematicians had so much fun today rolling the dice and adding the numbers together! They practiced their addition skills while learning through hands-on play.
It’s always more fun when learning feels like a game! ❤️ Great job, Falcons! 🦅💙
#DDBFalcons #Grade1Rocks #MathIsFun #LearningThroughPlay
Our Grade 1 mathematicians had so much fun today rolling the dice and adding the numbers together! They practiced their addition skills while learning through hands-on play.
It’s always more fun when learning feels like a game! ❤️ Great job, Falcons! 🦅💙
#DDBFalcons #Grade1Rocks #MathIsFun #LearningThroughPlay
💜💛 STAFF HIGHLIGHT: LAURI SQUIER 💛💜
This week, we’re proud to recognize Lauri Squier, COCSD’s McKinney-Vento Homeless Liaison and Resource Center Coordinator! 🌟
Lauri plays an important role in supporting students and families who may be experiencing housing instability or simply need a helping hand. Through our District Resource Center, she connects families with essential resources such as clothing, school supplies, hygiene items, food, and other community supports. 🎒👕🧴❤️
But Lauri’s work goes far beyond providing resources. She builds relationships, listens without judgment, helps families navigate challenges, and works tirelessly to remove barriers so students can come to school ready to learn, grow, and succeed. 🏫✨
Her compassion, dedication, and commitment to our students and families make a difference every single day.
👏 Thank you, Lauri, for being an advocate, a resource, and a caring presence for our COCSD community!
💜 Every student. Every family. Every day. 💛
#COCSD #StaffHighlight #StudentsFirst #CommunityStrong #McKinneyVento
🧇 Waffle lovers, this day is for you!
August 24th is National Waffle Day! Whether you top yours with syrup and butter, fresh fruit, whipped cream, or something savory, it’s a great excuse to enjoy this breakfast favorite. 😋
Thanks to Sodexo for sharing this delicious reminder!
What’s your must-have waffle topping? 🧇
#NationalWaffleDay #WaffleDay #Sodexo
Teamwork makes the dream work!
Our MVP A-Team Volleyball took a break from the court for some fun team building! They created their own tie-dye shirts, showing off their creativity, teamwork, and Ocelot spirit!
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPOcelots #Volleyball #TeamBuilding #OcelotPride
Our MVP A-Team Volleyball took a break from the court for some fun team building! They created their own tie-dye shirts, showing off their creativity, teamwork, and Ocelot spirit!
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPOcelots #Volleyball #TeamBuilding #OcelotPride
Learning About WATER in 4th Grade!
Mrs. Reay and Ms. Hadcock’s 4th grade classes have been busy exploring the properties of water in Science!
Students are learning all about our local watershed here in the Verde Valley and discovering the many wonders that WATER has to offer!
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPocelots #4thGrade #ScienceIsFun #VerdeValley #Watershed #LearningByDoing
Mrs. Reay and Ms. Hadcock’s 4th grade classes have been busy exploring the properties of water in Science!
Students are learning all about our local watershed here in the Verde Valley and discovering the many wonders that WATER has to offer!
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPocelots #4thGrade #ScienceIsFun #VerdeValley #Watershed #LearningByDoing
🎉 Congratulations, Mrs. Stevie Culver! 🎉
COCSD is proud to celebrate Mrs. Stevie Culver, who was recognized last night at Findlay Subaru as part of the Yavapai County Education Foundation’s Champion of Educators recognition!
Each year, Findlay Subaru recognizes educators who have been featured in the Champion of Educators magazine, celebrating the incredible work teachers are doing for students across Yavapai County. Mrs. Culver was honored at the reception and received a $500 classroom grant! 🍎📚✨
We are so proud to see one of our COCSD educators recognized for her dedication to students and education. Congratulations, Mrs. Culver, and thank you to the Yavapai County Education Foundation and Findlay Subaru for celebrating and supporting our amazing educators! 💙👏
🍎 Our schools belong to our community—and we want you to see what’s happening firsthand!
Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District invites parents, families, staff, local businesses, and community members to join us for our upcoming SAFE Schools community events and school tours.
Come visit our schools, or attend a community presention and learn more about Prop 409, ask questions, and see how we’re working to build safer, stronger schools and brighter futures for our students and community.
📅 SAVE THE DATES
🏫 September 2 | 8:30 AM
Cottonwood Community School Tour
500 E. Mingus Ave., Cottonwood
🏫 September 9 | 8:30 AM
Cottonwood Education Services School Tour
301 N. Willard St., Cottonwood
☕ September 10 | 10:30 AM
The Station on 6th
500 E. Cherry St., Cottonwood
🏫 September 28 | 8:30 AM
Mountain View Preparatory School Tour
2939 E. Del Rio Drive, Cottonwood
🏫 September 29 | 8:30 AM
Oak Creek Elementary School Tour
11490 Purple Sage Road, Cornville
Attend. Ask questions. Share your perspective. See our schools.
Whether you have children in our schools or simply care about the future of our community, we hope you’ll join us.
💚 Stronger Schools. Stronger Community.
Safe Facilities • Strong Schools • Bright Futures
#COCSD #SAFESchools #Prop409 #StrongerSchools #StrongerCommunity #CottonwoodAZ #CornvilleAZ
Meet Mrs. Ozuna’s Class Granny, Ms. C!
For the past 5 years, Ms. C has been a special part of our 3rd-grade classroom through NAU’s Foster Grandparent Program. She brings kindness, patience, encouragement, and plenty of love to our students each week.
Outside the classroom, she shares that same caring heart by volunteering at an animal shelter and helping kittens find loving homes.
We are so grateful for everything Ms. C does for our students and our classroom! Thank you for making MVP a brighter, happier place!
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPocelots #FosterGrandparents #ClassGranny #ThankYouMsC #ItTakesAVillage
For the past 5 years, Ms. C has been a special part of our 3rd-grade classroom through NAU’s Foster Grandparent Program. She brings kindness, patience, encouragement, and plenty of love to our students each week.
Outside the classroom, she shares that same caring heart by volunteering at an animal shelter and helping kittens find loving homes.
We are so grateful for everything Ms. C does for our students and our classroom! Thank you for making MVP a brighter, happier place!
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPocelots #FosterGrandparents #ClassGranny #ThankYouMsC #ItTakesAVillage
🍋☀️ When life gives you lemons… celebrate National Lemonade Day!
August 20th is the perfect excuse to pour yourself a cold glass of lemonade and enjoy a refreshing summertime favorite. Whether you like it classic, pink, sparkling, or with a fruity twist, there’s no wrong way to celebrate! 💛
Thanks to Sodexo for sharing this refreshing reminder!
#NationalLemonadeDay #Lemonade #Sodexo
Proposed School Safety Improvements
The proposed capital bond project list includes safe and secure entry access, public address systems and network infrastructure throughout district facilities.
Estimated tax rate of $0.43 per $100 of net assessed valuation.
Learn more at www.cocsd.us
🎉 Big things are happening after school! 🎉
This afternoon, we onboarded our 21st Century Beyond the Bell Afterschool Club Leaders! 🙌✨
We can’t wait for clubs to begin, and we are incredibly grateful for the amazing community members who have stepped up to share their time, talents, and energy with our students this year. 💜💛
📣 Families, keep an eye out! More information about Beyond the Bell afterschool programs will be coming soon from your schools.
Here’s to an awesome year of learning, creating, exploring, and having FUN beyond the bell! 🔔🌟
#BeyondTheBell #21stCentury #AfterschoolPrograms #CommunityStrong #StrongerTogether
🥔 National Potato Day is August 19! 🥔
Here’s a friendly reminder from Sodexo to celebrate one of our favorite and most versatile veggies—the potato!
Whether you enjoy them mashed, baked, roasted, or as crispy fries, there’s no wrong way to celebrate. 🥔🍟
Happy National Potato Day from Sodexo!
At Mountain View Preparatory in Mrs. O'Donnal's 7th graders took learning into their own hands—literally!
Students used playdough to create 3D models of landforms, bringing concepts like mountains, hills, and plains to life. This hands-on activity helped students visualize how Earth’s surface is shaped and discussed elevations while making learning fun and memorable!
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPocelots #HandsOnLearning #7thGrade #LearningByDoing #Geography #Landforms #FutureReady
PARENT BOOK STUDY: LET’S READ, TALK & SUPPORT OUR KIDS!
Join fellow MVP parents for a 6-month Parent Book Study as we read and discuss The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt.
Together, we’ll explore important topics, share ideas, learn from one another, and discover ways we can better support our children in today’s world.
Families who participate will receive a FREE copy of the book!
Let’s come together, start conversations, and support our kids—one chapter at a time.
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPocelots #ParentBookStudy #TheAnxiousGeneration #LetsReadTalkSupport #ParentCommunity
Join fellow MVP parents for a 6-month Parent Book Study as we read and discuss The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt.
Together, we’ll explore important topics, share ideas, learn from one another, and discover ways we can better support our children in today’s world.
Families who participate will receive a FREE copy of the book!
Let’s come together, start conversations, and support our kids—one chapter at a time.
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPocelots #ParentBookStudy #TheAnxiousGeneration #LetsReadTalkSupport #ParentCommunity
🎉 Exciting news from Verde Tech High School! 🎉
With the help of dedicated community members and some of our wonderful staff, we’re excited to share that Verde Tech now has a PTO (Parent Teacher Organization)! 💚🏫
The Verde Tech PTO is dedicated to supporting our students, teachers, and school community through fundraising, activities, and meaningful initiatives throughout the school year. 🌱📚🤝
📣 Please consider following Verde Tech PTO to stay connected and keep up with upcoming events, projects, and ways you can get involved!
We’re excited for all that’s ahead and so grateful for the continued support of our amazing community. Together, we can make a difference for our students! 💚🙌🌟
👉 https://www.facebook.com/VerdeTechPTO
#VerdeTechHighSchool #COCSD #VerdeTechPTO #ParentTeacherOrganization #PTO #ItsAllAboutTheKids #Community
🌟 Discover what’s within with Girl Scouts! 🌟
Girls in grades K–12 are invited to come experience Girl Scout Twilight Camp at the Verde Valley Fairgrounds! 💚
Join us August 24–27 from 5:30–7:00 PM for an opportunity to explore new adventures, build skills, make new friends, and discover all that Girl Scouts has to offer. Attend any or all nights!
📍 Verde Valley Fairgrounds
800 E. Cherry Street, Cottonwood
💚 FREE to attend! Caregiver attendance is required.
✨ Ready to check it out? RSVP here:
bit.ly/GSRSVP14
Come see what Girl Scouts is all about — adventure, friendship, confidence, and FUN! 🌿🏕️💚
#GirlScouts #TwilightCamp #CottonwoodAZ #VerdeValley #GirlScoutsAZ #FamilyFun
Lions Learn the Facts: Proposition 409 & the COCSD Bond
This morning, Superintendent Jessica Vocca and Mrs. Tammy Janssen had the opportunity to provide a factual presentation to the Cottonwood Lions Club regarding the upcoming Proposition 409 – COCSD Bond.
We appreciate the Cottonwood Lions Club for welcoming our team and taking the time to learn more about Proposition 409.
COCSD is available to provide factual, informational presentations to local organizations and community groups. If you or your organization would like to host a presentation about Proposition 409, please contact Tricia Winters to schedule:
📧 twinters@cocsd.k12.az
📞 (928) 634-2288 Ext. 1144
We welcome the opportunity to help our community stay informed! 💙
#COCSD #Proposition409 #COCSDBond #CommunityInformation #CottonwoodAZ
🚌 A Reminder About Positive Bus Behavior
Keeping our students safe is always our top priority! We’re asking families to partner with us by taking a few minutes to remind students about positive and safe behavior while riding the school bus.
Students should:
🚌 Remain seated while the bus is moving
👂 Follow the driver’s directions right away
🤝 Keep hands, feet, and objects to themselves
💬 Use respectful and appropriate language
🔉 Keep noise at a reasonable level
💙 Treat bus drivers, fellow students, and our buses with respect
Our bus drivers have an important job: getting students to and from school safely. Positive behavior helps drivers stay focused on the road and helps create a safe ride for everyone.
Please talk with your child about these expectations and remind them that riding the bus is a privilege that comes with responsibility. Unsafe or disruptive behavior may result in the loss of bus-riding privileges.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students and drivers safe! 🚌💛
🚀 Adventure Starts Here — Join Cub Scouts! 🏕️
Girls & boys in grades K–5 are invited to come see what Cub Scout Pack 7025 is all about! Enjoy camping, rockets, Pinewood Derby, archery, new friends & more!
📅 Tuesday, September 1 | 6–7 PM
📍 Cottonwood Youth Center
215 E Pima Street, Cottonwood
Come meet our leaders, ask questions, and join the adventure! 💙💛
📱 (928) 300-1962
🌐 join.scoutingaz.org
#CubScouts #Pack7025 #CottonwoodAZ #AdventureStartsHere
