Cottonwood-Oak Creek Schools

📢 Attention Families ! 🐣 We need your help! Verde Tech High School is collecting empty egg cartons to support an eggciting project. If you have any egg cartons lying around, please consider donating them to the school. 🥚 How to Help: Simply drop off your empty egg cartons at the main office . Every carton counts toward making our school a greener place! Thank you so much for your support! Together, we’re making Verde Tech High School even better! 🌍💚 #Sustainability #COCSDVerdeTech #EcoFriendly #EggCartons #CommunitySupport

COTTONWOOD, AZ – We’re thrilled to announce the upcoming addition of a new playground at Riverfront Park! As part of our ongoing efforts to enhance outdoor recreation and improve our play spaces, the City of Cottonwood is replacing aging playground infrastructure to create a more fun, safe, and inviting environment for everyone. 🎉 Pick Your Playground Campaign 🎉 Now is your chance to help shape the future of our parks! We’re inviting residents of all ages to vote on their favorite design for the new playground. Choose from three exciting options by visiting the voting page. 🔗 Pick Your Playground Survey: https://cottonwoodaz.gov/FormCenter/Parks-Recreation-10/Pick-your-Playground-Survey-Riverfront-P-96 🗳 Voting will be open from February 11 to March 2, 2025, so make sure your voice is heard! After the design is chosen, you’ll also get a chance to vote on the color palette for the new playground. Stay tuned for more updates! 🎨 We want to thank the community for participating in this exciting project. Together, we’re creating a space that will be enjoyed for years to come! For more info, contact the Parks & Recreation Department at 📞 928-639-3200. #PickYourPlayground #CottonwoodAZ #ParksAndRec #CommunityMatters #OutdoorFun

📚 Reminder: No School Today! Hey, families! Just a quick reminder that there is no school today in observance of President's Day. Enjoy the extra time with your loved ones! See you all tomorrow! 😊🎉 #PresidentsDay #COCSDNoSchool #FamilyTime #EnjoyTheDay

🌟 Shoutout to Mrs. Jones! 🌟 We are so lucky to have Mrs. Jones as part of our OCS 21st CCLC staff! She has brought some amazing new club ideas, and the kids are absolutely loving them. One of the biggest hits? POGS! 🎉 This classic game from the ‘80s is making a comeback, and not only are the kids having a blast, but parents are even digging out their old collections to join in on the fun! Thank you, Ms. Jena, for your creativity and dedication—you’re making a difference every day! ❤️ #OCS21stCCLC #POGSRevival #ThankYouMrsJones

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that our very own School Superintendent, Jessica Vocca, has officially reached influencer status! 🌟 Her passion for education and commitment to supporting our students have made waves in the community. Jessica continues to make an incredible impact, both in and out of the classroom, and now her voice is being heard far and wide. Check out her latest article, where she shares her insights and experiences in education: Read the full article here in the Verde Independent! https://www.verdenews.com/features/influencer-jessica-vocca-is-always-looking-for-teachers/article_e516e6d0-e34a-11ef-a1d7-afca8917e4b9.html 🌟📚👏 us in celebrating her achievements and dedication to making a difference in our schools! 🌟📚👏 #COCSDEducationInfluencer #COCSDLeadership #TeachersMatter #JessicaVocca #MakingAnImpact

The 2025-2026 Verde Tech waiting list is now open!

❤️ February is American Heart Month! ❤️ It’s a great time to remind students and families to prioritize heart health. Whether it’s learning about the importance of healthy eating, staying active, or understanding the risks of heart disease, now’s a perfect opportunity to raise awareness and take care of our hearts! 💪 Let’s encourage each other to make small, healthy changes this month and beyond. Remember, it’s not just about the physical heart—it’s also about emotional well-being and taking care of each other. 🫶 #COCSDAmericanHeartMonth #HeartHealth #StayHealthy #HealthyHabits

🎉 Join us for the Rec Expo on Saturday, March 8th from 10 AM - 1 PM! 🌟 Explore all things parks and recreation with tons of activities, local vendors, and exciting community partners! 🎨🏃‍♂️🌳 ✨ Don’t miss out on free swag and the chance to connect with our amazing community! Whether you're a fitness fanatic, a nature lover, or just looking for something fun to do, there's something for everyone! See you there! 🏞️🎉 #RecExpo #CommunityEvent #ParksAndRecreation #FreeSwag #FamilyFun

🌟 Our high school girls are truly the BEST leaders! 🌟 Check out the incredible CCS Dance Club, led by these amazing young women. 💃✨ They inspire and lead with passion, dedication, and heart. Not only are they talented dancers, but they are also wonderful role models to our younger girls. We are so proud of them! 🙌💖 #Leadership #RoleModels #DanceClub #CCS #GirlsRock

Hello COCSD Families! We still have a few spots left for our 2nd Annual Winter Camp! Don't miss out—registration closes soon! 📅 Winter Camp: Feb 28 – March 2 💲 Only $25 for an unforgettable experience! We want as many students to benefit as possible, so register today: 🔗 https://mingusmountaincamp.org/events/winter-camp/ 🌟 A weekend your child will remember forever! 🌟

🌟 Healthy Habits Start Here! 🌟 Thanks to our amazing partners at Yavapai County Community Health Services, our CCS After-School Club kids are learning how to make and prepare healthy food choices! 🥗🍎👩‍🍳 From fun, hands-on activities to delicious, nutritious meals, these young chefs are gaining lifelong skills that promote wellness and smart eating habits. We love seeing their enthusiasm for making healthy choices! 💚👏

🚨 Reminder! 🚨 There will be NO CLUBS next week at CCS as our incredible teaching staff focuses on parent-teacher conferences. 📚🍎 Also, there will be NO CLUBS or school on Monday, February 17th in observance of Presidents Day. We’ll see everyone back for clubs on Tuesday, February 18th! Thanks for your understanding and support! 😊

🌟✨ Mrs. Adams: Spreading Cheer & Inspiration Everywhere! ✨🌟 Mrs. Adams is a true shining star in our community! ✨ Her passion for the Education Professions classes lights up every room she enters, and she spreads cheer like glitter wherever she goes! 💫 Last week, she had the incredible opportunity to present at Yavapai College, sharing her expertise and enthusiasm for teaching with others. 🌟 We are so lucky to have such a dedicated and inspiring educator! Thank you, Mrs. Adams, for all you do to make learning fun and meaningful for our students. 🙌 #TeacherInspiration #PassionateEducator #MakingADifference #MrsAdamsRocks

Our Animal Art Afterschool Club at Oak Creek School had a fantastic experience today. They went to the "Roadrunner Animal Shelter" and every student adopted and named a stuffed animal! It was creative and fun. Thank you to community members who help make this possible and donated our (stuffed) animals! #cocsd #stuffed animals #21cclc #havingfun #ocs #oakcreekschool #COCSD

Good Day MVP families... we have added a stop to Wild Burro and this will alter the times on the route. Please look on our website to access the route sheet and check your times so your child will be at the bus stop promptly. These changes will begin this next Monday 2/10. Thank you! - Daniel Maldonado, Transportation Director

It's National School Counseling Week and we are so grateful for our Verde Tech counselor, Brenda Houck! Brenda's work makes a difference every day, helping students succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Thank you, Brenda!

❤️ February is American Heart Month! ❤️ It’s a great time to remind students and families to prioritize heart health. Whether it’s learning about the importance of healthy eating, staying active, or understanding the risks of heart disease, now’s a perfect opportunity to raise awareness and take care of our hearts! 💪 Let’s encourage each other to make small, healthy changes this month and beyond. Remember, it’s not just about the physical heart—it’s also about emotional well-being and taking care of each other. 🫶 #COCSDAmericanHeartMonth #HeartHealth #StayHealthy #HealthyHabits

COCSD Governing Board meeting starts at 5:00 PM tonight. See it live streamed on our YouTube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/live/LbTaVFifLG0?si=NnilSi1Qzi-AGV4P

Arizona State University Visits Verde Tech's Campus! Today, we had the pleasure of hosting Arizona State University's marketing team on our campus! They came to highlight our amazing students who are excelling in the Universal Learner (college-level) courses. 👏🎓 The team was so impressed with our students’ dedication and enthusiasm, and they loved getting a glimpse of what makes Verde Tech special. 🐾 And of course, no visit to our campus is complete without a stop to see the baby bunnies! 🐇 We’re proud of our students and grateful for ASU’s partnership in supporting their journey toward success. #VerdeTech #UniversalLearne r#ASU

We’re excited to announce that Verde Tech’s Agriculture Program is now selling fresh farm eggs straight from our school farm! 🥚🐓 For just $5 per dozen, you can enjoy delicious, high-quality eggs while supporting our students in their hands-on agricultural learning experience. Every purchase directly benefits our program, giving students real-world experience in farm management, sustainability, and business operations. If you or anyone on your team is interested, please help us spread the word! Those interested in picking up eggs can contact the Verde Tech office at (928) 634-2191 for availability and pickup details. Thank you for supporting our students and our growing agriculture program!