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ATTENTION AFTERNOON FAMILIES AT MARIPOSA:
Hello Families, Mariposa Developmental Preschool will be canceling classes this afternoon, Thursday, November 7, 2024 due to staff shortage. Sorry for the inconvenience and Thank you for your understanding.
Dear Parents,
COCSD and Mingus High School are teaming up to bring band programs to all four of our schools! Join us at Parent Night to learn more about these exciting after-school opportunities that will soon be available for your children.
If you have any questions before the meeting, please contact Mr. Stallworth at: jstallworth@muhs.com.
This week and next, your children will have the opportunity to see the Mingus Band on tour at our schools! Be sure to ask them about it, and together, let's help grow this wonderful program in our community.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Fall Festival at Bent River Ranch. October 26th. Hay rides, face painting, food truck and pumpkins!
Congratulations to Cottonwood Community School's 21st Century Community Learning Centers After-School Program for being awarded runner-up in the Out of School Time Professional Award!
The CCS team was recognized by the Arizona Department of Education at the AZ CASE Conference on Saturday for the amazing, innovative work happening after school.
Thank you to the Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District for your incredible dedication to our students and their futures!
#COCSD #21stcentury
Come out for some fun Halloween events sponsored by the City of Cottonwood!
#COCSD #cityofcottonwood #halloween
We are extending an invitation to decorate Masquerade Masks on October 10, 3:00-5:30, at the Cottonwood Public Library. It should be a creative time; filled with fun and camaraderie. These masks will be auctioned off either at our November Gala or our Mystery Event (TBD) . Hopefully, COCSD and the Verde Valley community would be interested in participating in this event by attending the mask decorating. 😉Thanks, for always being so supportive of the positive mentorship of our Verde children. Have an awesome week.
With a Sincere Thank You,
Cheryl Gray
Office Manager
Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters
830 S. Main St#1-H
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
office: (928) 634-9789
cgray@azbigs.org
Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters
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Changing children's Lives....Fundamentally. For the better.
COCSD is pleased to announce we are now enrolling for our Little Wings Preschool. Please see the attached flyer and feel free to share. Thanks for your help in getting the word out.
Substitute Teachers needed at Cottonwood-Oak Creek School District. This is a great way to serve your community, and students!
📣 Calling all COCSD Families! 📣
Join us for our first meeting this Tuesday, September 24th, and learn about an amazing opportunity for our community! This program is offered at NO COST and is designed to support and benefit our students and families. We’d love to see you there!
Please note: The location has changed to the Dr. Daniel Bright Library, instead of the cafeteria.
🗓️ Date: Tuesday, September 24th
⏰ Time: 5:30-6:30 pm
💵 Cost: FREE
👨👩👧👦 Who: All COCSD families are welcome!
📍 Location: Dr. Daniel Bright Library
Let’s come together to make a positive impact! See you there!
We are thrilled to announce that the Arizona Rural Schools Association has recognized Lyndsay Ludden from Oak Creek School as one of Arizona's Top 10 Rural Teachers of the Year! 🎉
A National Board Certified teacher with 18 years of experience, Lyndsay currently teaches K-8 Agriculture. She inspires students through hands-on activities like growing, harvesting, cooking, and enjoying their own produce. Her passion for farming and outdoor learning creates a unique and impactful experience for her students. 🌽🍅🌿
Join us in celebrating Lyndsay’s dedication and the difference she’s making in our rural community! #TeacherOfDistinction #CottonwoodOakCreekPride #AgricultureEducation #ArizonaTeachers
https://www.azruralschools.org/tod-24
In August, Low Income Student Aid, Inc. assisted 290 Verde Valley students, filling 24 aid requests. Each donation we receive helps deserving students!
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COCSD School Health Focus Group for a healthy student body!
Low Income Student Aid Inc. (LISA) is having their annual meeting. Please consider supporting this very worthy cause!
Cottonwood Oak Creek School District is looking for substitute teachers! We manage our subs in-district, and we pay $130 per day or $160 per day for long-term subs more than 20 days. Come by the District Office, or call 928-634-2288 for more information. The District Office is located on the corner of Mingus Ave. and Willard St.
Important Message!
Parents and Guardians. COCSD automated attendance program inadvertently sent a message to ALL parents of all schools that your student was absent or tardy. PLEASE DISREGARD AND DO NOT CALL YOUR SCHOOL. We are working hard to correct this issue.
Be that volunteer!
Oak Creek School's Agriculture and Culinary Program is pleased to announce its partnership with Manzanita Outreach. Mrs. Ludden is utilizing the produce from the food share program to educate students on both the practical applications of the food provided through this assistance program and the health benefits associated with consuming fruits and vegetables. Recently, students prepared a vegetable and fruit juice using apples, grapes, and beets from the week's share box. The resulting juice was both delicious and nutritious. Thank you Manzanita Outreach for your commitment to our community and families.
CCS, DDB and OCS families:
As we start week 2 of our new school year, please remember Low Income Student Aid, Inc. is here for any needs that your student may need assistance with. LISA can help with clothing, shoes, hygiene items, haircuts, pay-to-play sports fees, field trip fees, school items like lunch bags, water bottles or special supplies. Their website is http://www.oakcreeklisa.org and you can fill out an aid request under the "Aid Request Form" tab.
We are grateful for the many ways our community supports our students. Recently, Low Income Student Aid, Inc. received a donation to be used for school supplies. They purchased common supplies, but also supplies that are always needed but don't get donated often. LISA provided financial support for Cottonwood Community School, Dr. Daniel Bright, and Oak Creek School. 50 low-income students per school were helped!
#lowincomestudentaid #lisa #nonprofitorganization #communitydonations #cottonwoodoakcreekschools #cocsd #schoolsupplies #lowincomestudents #title1school #RuralArizona #helpingclassrooms #helpingstudents #helpingstudentssucceed #lowincomefamilies