A big thank you to Coach Day for making it all happen—we appreciate your time and dedication! 💚
One of our favorite parts has been watching the older, more advanced students step up as mentors and help teach the younger kiddos. Such a great example of leadership in action! 🌟



Looking for something light, fresh, and delicious? Try making our Berry Crunch Salad, a Sodexo favorite! 🫐🍓🥬 It’s the perfect blend of sweet berries, crunchy textures, and wholesome goodness.
Whether you need a quick snack between classes or a refreshing light meal, this salad is packed with flavor and nutrients to keep you energized.
👉 Ask for the Berry Crunch Salad recipe from Sodexo — or better yet, look for the key ingredients right on the salad bar at your school and build your own!
#Sodexo #HealthyEats #BerryCrunchSalad #SnackSmart

The 21st CCLC after school program at Cottonwood Community School is thrilled to share a brand-new partnership with The Den MMA & Fitness in Cottonwood! 🥋✨
Through movement and exercise, students are learning lessons that go far beyond the gym—respect, focus, teamwork, and perseverance—skills they can carry into school, home, and daily life. 💪 Our students have been talking about it non-stop since their very first day at the gym on Monday and can't wait to go back!
Our after-school clubs are all about keeping kids engaged, active, and connected in positive ways. This partnership is another exciting step toward helping our students grow both inside and outside the classroom!


🎨 Mrs. Joan is back at Cottonwood Community School with our 21st CCLC after-school clubs, and this time she’s guiding students in creating a mural on one of our 90-foot walls! 🙌
Right now, the artists are still in the design phase, but we can’t wait to see what they come up with. 🌟 These students are bursting with creativity, and this project is going to be something special.
We’ll keep checking in on their progress and sharing pictures along the way—stay tuned! 👀✨



Today our Crosswalk K-12 GPS units arrived! These state-of-the-art systems will transform the way we manage school transportation by providing:
✅ Real-time vehicle visibility with 5-second precision
✅ Automated student ridership monitoring
✅ Smarter route optimization
With these tools, district leaders will be empowered to improve safety, increase efficiency, and give parents peace of mind knowing their child’s location.
Our team is working hard to have the units installed over Fall Break, with rollout scheduled once school is back in session. We’ll be sharing more updates once everything is up and running—stay tuned!
👏 A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this possible for our students, families, and community.
#COCSD #StudentSafety #TransportationExcellence



#COCSD21stCenturyLearning




Let’s come together to help keep our Bike Track looking great! 💪🌿
📅 Saturday, September 27th
🕗 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
📍 2939 E. Del Rio Drive
We’ll be working on:
✅ Trimming and clearing brush
✅ Raking and leveling dirt
✅ Landscaping
✅ Trail and feature repairs
✅ General clean-up
Bring your gloves, tools, and community spirit! Every helping hand makes a big difference. Let’s keep the track safe, fun, and beautiful for everyone. 💚
#CommunityStrong #MVPBikeTrack #VolunteerDay

Did you know that blueberries are brain boosters? 🫐 Packed with vitamins, antioxidants, and natural goodness, they’re the perfect way to fuel your mind and body.
✨ Enjoy them as part of a power-packed breakfast or grab a handful as a healthy snack during the day. Either way, your brain (and taste buds!) will thank you.
👉 Make smart choices, stay energized, and snack on blueberries today!
#Sodexo #BrainFood #HealthyChoices #BlueberryBoost

We’re excited to announce that the COCSD Family Resource Center is officially open to serve our community! 💙
🧒👨👩👧👦 Available Resources:
Children & Adult Clothing
Hygiene Products
Jackets & Shoes
School Supplies
Diapers
Community Referrals to Resources
Our goal is to provide support, comfort, and connection for families in need. Together, we can strengthen our community!
📍 Stop by today and see how the Family Resource Center can help you and your family.
📞 For Information Contact:
Lauri Squier
McKinney-Vento Liaison
Phone: (928) 634-2288 Ext. 1127

This morning they gathered at COCSD, where our very own Mrs. Jamie Woodward (COCSD Curriculum Director) teamed up with Dr. Melody Herne (MUHSD Superintendent) to share a facts-only look at the upcoming override election 📊.
✅ What does this mean? Clear info on how funding impacts students in BOTH districts—no spin, just the facts.
✨ Want your group to hear the same presentation? We’ve got you covered!
📞 Call: (928) 634-2288 ext. 1144
📧 Email: twinters@cocsd.k12.az.us
💙 Let’s keep our community informed, together! 💙
#COCSD #CommunityStrong #VerdeValley #StudentsFirst



Wrapped in Love Diaper Bank is collecting much-needed supplies to help families in our community. You can make a difference by dropping off:
🍼 Baby & Adult Wipes
👶 Pull-Ups
📚 New & Gently Used Young Children’s Books
Your donations go directly to families in Yavapai County who need a little extra support. 💙
📍 Drop-off at any of our partnering locations – every contribution, big or small, makes a huge impact!
Thank you for helping Wrapped in Love spread care, comfort, and hope. 💕
#YavapaiCounty #WrappedInLove #CommunitySupport #DiaperBank #FamilyFirst

Superintendent Vocca met with Mrs. Adams’ Educators Rising students in the VACTE program to share her incredible journey in education.
As a homegrown educator, Mrs. Vocca began her path in this very program nearly 30 years ago and Mrs. Adams was her teacher. From there, Mrs. Vocca became a teacher, then a principal, and today she proudly serves as Superintendent of COCSD. 💙
She encouraged students by showing how big dreams can start small — right here at home — and gave them a behind-the-scenes look at school leadership, policies, and governance. 📚✨
What a powerful reminder that tomorrow’s leaders may be sitting in our classrooms today! 👏
#COCSD #EducatorsRising #VACTE #HomegrownEducator #FutureTeachers

Handwriting may seem small, but it makes a big impact—it strengthens reading through the Science of Reading, supports clear communication, and even builds connections that carry into Math Instruction. 💡🧮
Our students are proving every day that hard work, focus, and joy in learning go hand in hand. Way to go, DDB—you’re writing your way to success! 👏✨
#COCSDPride #StudentVoices #ScienceOfReading #MathInstruction


