
It was an all out battle royale for the ultimate "MVP Chess Champion" at Mountian View Prep! Ethen R. took home first place! Deegan G. earned himself the silver, and Joseph R. finished strong with bronze! #Mountainviewprep #Chessnotcheese #winnerwinnerchickendinner


On Friday, Mountain View Prep enjoyed a peek into the wonderful history and culture of China via the NAU exchange program. Students from China taught our students how to use chopsticks, traditional games and songs, papercutting, daily life in China, and calligraphy. Xièxiè, NAU! #mountianviewpre #IBLearning #Nauexchangeprogram #sharingiscaring




Mrs. Ozuna’s class were figuring out which fruits and vegetables are scientific fruits and vegetables. Mrs. Langley came in to listen to how knowledgeable they are having meaningful conversations. Mystery Science rocks!
#Mountainviewpreparatory #ediblescience #MrsOzuna


Community and County Events








Last week, DDB 7th and 8th grades celebrated the end of their state testing with a BBQ! Thank you, Mr. Hall, for your excellent grilling skills!











OCS 21st Century After School Clubs are in full swing as we prepare for our Night of Sharing. Kids Dance and Dance Theater will mix it up. We are in for a great night. Thursday at 5:00 pm
#oakcreekschool #OCSCLUBS #OCS #21CCLC #afterschool #havingfun #cocsd #cottonwoodoakcreekschooldistrict #kidsdance







Oak Creek School celebrated Earth Day yesterday! Eighth graders created an earth and covered it in trash. The rest of the school made handprints with their pledges to help protect the earth. They each took a piece of trash off the earth, threw it away, and added their handprint in its place. They then released butterflies! 🌎🗑🤚🎨🦋
#cottonwoodoalcreekschools #oakcreekschool #lifechangingeducation #earthday #art




🌍 Earth day is a great reminder that Oak Creek School PTO has an on-going *select* electronic recycling fundraiser! We can always accept old/broken cell phones, tablets, or used printer cartridges. A collection box is in the school office. ♻️
#cottonwoodoakcreekschools #oakcreekschool #ocs #ptofundraiser #recycle #earthday


Good morning OCS Families... we will be without our usual driver for Wild Burro this afternoon. Wild Burro students will be released 1 hr earlier today from school to accommodate this. Please plan on students being dropped off at their bus stop 1 hr sooner than normally scheduled. If you prefer your student to stay at school for that regular hour, please make alternative transportation for your student to get home. The morning route WILL run as normally scheduled. Thank you - Daniel Maldonado, Transportation Director


Exciting News!
Do you have a young child who will be entering kindergarten in the Fall of '24? We can't wait to welcome them to our school community! Join us for our Kindergarten Round-up at Cottonwood Community School and get your child enrolled in kindergarten.
*Must be 5 years old before September 1.
#CCS #Cottonwoodcommunityschool #cocsd #cottonwoodoakckreekschooldistrict


Good evening OCS families... tomorrow, Fri 4/19 we will NOT have coverage for the Antelope PM route. We WILL be running the AM pick up route to get to school, but students will need alternate transportation after school. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you, Daniel Maldonado - Transportation Director


Dr. Maurice Crandall Returns to the Phillip England Center (Press Release)




Attention Verde Valley and surrounding communities:
Come see what Mountain View Preparatory has to offer your student!
Pre-Enrollment for grades K-8 is now open at Mountain View Preparatory!
Here at MVP, we're proud to offer the esteemed International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, providing a holistic education that fosters critical thinking, intercultural understanding, and a passion for lifelong learning. In addition, we have many wonderful after school clubs such as drama, 3-D Printing, gymnastics, Mountain Bike Club, athletics, and many more!
Call today to inquire about availability and pre-enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year.
Mountain View Preparatory: Preparing our students for tomorrow's world!!
Office hours:
Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:00pm(excluding holidays)
928-649-8144
#Mountainviewprep #MVPiswhereitsat #Enrollment20242025


The Painting Club has been motivated by the Spring weather we've been experiencing here in the Verde Valley. The painted bird houses today and will finish decorating them next week just in time for Night of Sharing.
#OCS #cottonwoodoakcreekschooldistrict #oakcreekschool #21stcclc #afterschoolclubs #paintingclub #nightofsharing #cocsd #funtimes





Good morning MVP families... Wild Burro's driver will not be in for the PM route today. We can have coverage, but will be picking up those students who ride Burro 1 hr early today, 4/16. AM route will run the same as usually scheduled. If you don't want your Wild Burro student to leave school early, please contact MVP office and have other arrangements to get home after school. Thank you - Daniel Maldonado, Transportation Director


If you saw the post about no coverage for Mud Turtle tomorrow 4/16 for PM, please disregard. We have a driver to help with that. Thank you. - Daniel Maldonado


As OCS gets ready for Night of Sharing our Coloring, Crochet, Self Defense, and Outdoor Team Building class enjoys time with friends and learning new skills and lifeskills. We have such a great time together.
#OCS #oakcreekschool #COCSD #cottonwoodoakcreekschooldistrict #21stCCLC #Afterschool #HavingFun #Goodtimes #coloringclub. #selfdefense #crochetclub








Mrs. Carlson's class took a break after their reading test. Students had to work together to draw an image without touching the marker. Which one do you think is best?




Letter from Superintendent Vocca concerning todays action.



Hello COCSD Families!
Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District is excited to announce enrollment for Camp Innovation! Camp Innovation is the District-Wide summer school program! Enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis, and spaces are limited to ensure individualized attention for students. Please complete the enrollment form to secure your child's spot in our no-cost summer program, running from Monday, June 3rd, to Thursday, June 27th (Monday-Thursday) from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
During this month-long program, your child will receive academic support and engage in hands-on learning at the Science Vortex and Bent River Farm. The curriculum not only promotes academic success but also nurtures creativity through STEM enrichment, art, and outdoor activities. Please note that there will be no programs on Wednesday, June 19th.
Additionally, we offer optional sign-ups for 'Friday's at the Farm,' providing your child with the opportunity to immerse themselves in our growing district agriculture program at Bent River Farm! Kindly fill out a separate form for each child in your family who has been invited to attend.
Your child must attend one of the four K-8 schools in our district. For more information, please contact your school's front office. We look forward to a summer filled with learning and fun for your child!
https://forms.gle/ACQ68mnku1BnZNkp7
