HUSD #3 Loves Our Indian Education Program!

Heart + Culture + Community = Our purpose.

The HUSD #3 Indian Education Program is proud to share a snapshot of the meaningful work happening in our department! Take a look at what we've been up to:

⭐ A-Mazing Highlight: National Recognition!
We are celebrating our incredible staff! Both of our dedicated Navajo Language teachers have been recognized nationally, each earning the title of a National Johnson O’Malley Educator of the Year! πŸ† This outstanding achievement highlights the commitment and excellence driving our language preservation efforts.

πŸ“ˆ Success in Community Engagement
We've been strategically focused on building stronger, more authentic connections with the communities we serve. Thanks to successful family/community events, like a reading night at Park and our highly attended Native Education Summit, we've seen a significant increase in engagement! We're excited to continue this momentum with more events planned for Novemberβ€”check out the calendar of events: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GbtWeCFYaIUKfgetcf6qdejQxu4ze4tY/view?usp=sharing

❀️ Why We Love Our Department
Being a part of Indian Education is deeply meaningful because it gives us the opportunity to serve our Native students, families, and communities in ways that truly honor who we are and where we come from.

Every day, we help preserve our languages, celebrate our rich cultures, and empower our youth to see their identity as a source of strength and pride. Our work is about ensuring every student feels a sense of belonging and representation, knowing they are valued and capable of achieving their dreams while staying grounded in their traditions. We are connecting the past, present, and future of our people through education that truly reflects us.

Want to learn more about our upcoming events and programs? Contact: Indian Education Director Bernice Gover at bgover@holbrook.k12.az.us!

Thank you Indian Education Committee and Director Gover for Being the Ones to Help our Unique Students Develop!
6 months ago, Dr. Koerperich
Indian Ed
Dear Park Families,

We’re excited to announce that Park School will hold its Annual Halloween Costume Parade on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM!

Please have students come to school dressed in their costumes for the day.

At 10:00 AM, classes will line up in the hallways making their way out the building and around the softball field at Hunt Park. Families are invited to view the parade along the outer perimeter of Hunt Park’s softball field or from the pool parking lot.

After the parade, students will return to their classrooms for class parties, lunch, and early dismissal at 11:50 AM.

πŸŽƒ Parade Route & Line-Up Order

First Grade
Kindergarten
H.E.L.P Class

Route:
The parade will come out the front door of Park School, walk through the pool parking lot, following the sidewalk around the softball field, then continue down the sidewalk closest to the road and back to the school.

Once everyone is back in their classroomsβ€”let the Halloween parties begin! πŸŽ‰

πŸ‘» Costume Guidelines

To ensure a fun and safe celebration, please follow these costume expectations:

Costumes must be school-appropriate (no blood, gore, or violent themes).

No look-alike weapons or unsafe props.

No masks or full face coverings, as we want students to walk safely without tripping or falling.

Students must wear safe, comfortable footwear.

We’re looking forward to celebrating this beloved Park tradition with all our families! Thank you for helping make this day fun and safe for everyone.

Wishing you a Happy and Safe Halloween! πŸŽƒπŸ§‘

Warmly,
Mrs. Nichole Tow
Principal, Park Elementary
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
Halloween Parade
πŸŽ‰ Love Our Schools Week: Celebrating Our AMAZING Students and Staff! πŸŽ‰

As we celebrate Love Our Schools Week, we are beyond proud to share that our number one reason for loving our schools β€” both Park and Hulet β€” is because of our incredible students and staff! ❀️

Every day, our students and staff work tirelessly to ensure our schools are places where we are respectful, responsible, safe, and kind. They show growth and progress in their learning, and it shows in everything they do.

We are thrilled to announce that Park and Hulet have officially earned the label of a B School by the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) based on our AASA scores for the 2024-2025 school year! πŸŽ‰ This is a huge improvement from our C rating in 2023-2024, and we couldn’t be more proud!

This success didn’t come by accident β€” our dedicated staff focused on essential standards and worked hard to meet each student’s individual needs, while our students showed perseverance, hard work, and determination to demonstrate growth and proficiency.

Thank you, staff and students, for being the BEST! πŸ‘ You are the heart of what makes our schools so special, and you are the reason we LOVE OUR SCHOOLS! πŸ«πŸ’™

#LoveOurSchools #ProudMoment #StudentSuccess #TeacherAppreciation #BSchool
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
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πŸ’™πŸ“š It’s LOVE OUR SCHOOL Week at Park School! πŸ“šπŸ’™

We’re excited to shine a spotlight on one of the incredible programs making a difference for our students β€” the Voyager Passport Reading Intervention Program! πŸš€

This innovative program supports our Kindergarten and First Grade students through small-group reading interventions, focusing on strengthening Reading Comprehension and Reading Fluency.

With Voyager Passport, our young readers receive the personalized support they need to grow their skills and confidence. Plus β€” students can continue their learning journey at home, making it a wonderful tool for families to stay involved in their child’s reading success! 🏠❀️

At Park School, we believe every child is a reader in the making β€” and Voyager Passport helps us make that vision a reality! πŸŒŸπŸ“–

#LoveOurSchoolWeek #TheRoadrunnerWay #ParkSchoolPride #VoyagerPassport #ReadingSuccess
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
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Voyager Passport 2
Voyager Passport 3

Dear Park & Hulet Families,

We’re excited for our Annual Walk to School Day this Wednesday, October 29th! This is a wonderful event that promotes healthy habits, community pride, and school spirit. ❀️

Event Details:

Start Time: Buses will begin dropping off students at the old courthouse between 7:30-7:45 am. If your child is a walker or drop off student please take them to the old courthouse at 7:30.

What to Expect: A short rally featuring our superintendent and community leaders, Drug Free and Love Our School student essays, and songs before we walk together to school.

Dress Code: Students are encouraged to wear red and comfortable walking shoes, as well as jackets. Mornings can be chilly, so please dress your students in layers.

Route Information:

Park students: Teachers will be in the round brick amphitheater area .
Hulet students: Teachers will be lined up outside the amphitheater.

The walk will go down Buffalo Street toward each school.

Families are welcome and encouraged to walk with us! 🚸

Thank you for your support in helping us celebrate Red Ribbon & Love our Schools Week!
We can’t wait to see everyone bright and early Wednesday morning!

With excitement,
Mrs. Nichole Tow
Principal, Park & Hulet Elementary

6 months ago, Nichole Tow
Walk to School Day
🌟 Power of 5 at Park and Hulet! 🌟

At Park and Hulet Elementary, we believe in supporting every student’s journey to success β€” and our Power of 5 program is one of the ways we make that happen!

πŸ’ͺ What is Power of 5?
Power of 5 is an after-school tutorial program where dedicated teachers work closely with small groups of 5–7 students. This focused time allows us to provide extra support through our district’s PASS Plan, which stands for:
✨ Personal
πŸ“š Academic
πŸ’¬ Social
πŸ† Success

πŸ—“οΈ The program typically runs from October through April and is by invitation to students who would benefit from additional support in these areas.

Through Power of 5, students build confidence, strengthen academic skills, and grow socially β€” all while being personally supported by caring educators who believe in their potential. πŸ’™

πŸ’– As we celebrate Love Our School Week, we’re proud to highlight Power of 5 β€” one of the many amazing programs that make Park and Hulet a place where students thrive, grow, and are loved every day!

#LoveOurSchool #PowerOf5 #PASSforSuccess #TheRoadrunnerWay #ParkAndHuletPride
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
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Power of 5 #2
Dear Park Families,

We’re excited to announce that Park School will hold its Annual Halloween Costume Parade on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM!

Please have students come to school dressed in their costumes for the day.

At 10:00 AM, classes will line up in the hallways making their way out the building and around the softball field at Hunt Park. Families are invited to view the parade along the outer perimeter of Hunt Park’s softball field or from the pool parking lot.

After the parade, students will return to their classrooms for class parties, lunch, and early dismissal at 11:50 AM.

πŸŽƒ Parade Route & Line-Up Order

First Grade
Kindergarten
H.E.L.P Class

Route:
The parade will come out the front door of Park School, walk through the pool parking lot, following the sidewalk around the softball field, then continue down the sidewalk closest to the road and back to the school.

Once everyone is back in their classroomsβ€”let the Halloween parties begin! πŸŽ‰

πŸ‘» Costume Guidelines

To ensure a fun and safe celebration, please follow these costume expectations:

Costumes must be school-appropriate (no blood, gore, or violent themes).

No look-alike weapons or unsafe props.

No masks or full face coverings, as we want students to walk safely without tripping or falling.

Students must wear safe, comfortable footwear.

We’re looking forward to celebrating this beloved Park tradition with all our families! Thank you for helping make this day fun and safe for everyone.

Wishing you a Happy and Safe Halloween! πŸŽƒπŸ§‘

Warmly,
Mrs. Nichole Tow
Principal, Park Elementary
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
Halloween Parade
❀️ Love Our Schools Community Week! ❀️

October 27th–31st

Families, we need your help in showing our students and staff just how much We Love Our Schools! Let’s come together as a community to celebrate and support the amazing people who make Park and Hulet Schools such special places to learn and grow.

πŸ–οΈ Chalk the Walk – Monday, October 27th β€’ 5:00–7:00 PM

We invite adult family members to come to Park and/or Hulet Schools to write inspiring and kind messages on our sidewalks for students and staff. Bring your chalk and help us fill the walkways with love, encouragement, and positivity!

πŸ’Œ Share Your Appreciation!

We’d love to hear from you!
You can record a short video or write an email to a staff member sharing your appreciation.
Please send your message to Mrs. Tow by Friday, October 24th, so we can share them with the staff during Love Our Schools Week.

πŸšΆβ€β™€οΈ Red Ribbon Week: Walk to School Day – Wednesday, October 29th

Join us as we walk to school together, from the Old Courthouse, to show your love and support for our students and staff! Let’s make it a morning filled with energy, smiles, and community spirit.

Thank you in advance for your participation and support in showing that β€œWe Love Our Schools!”
πŸ’™πŸ’› Together, we make Park and Hulet wonderful places to learn!
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
Chalk the Walk
Love Our Schools Week & Walk to School Event! Holbrook Unified School District #3 is celebrating Love Our Schools Week from October 27th-31st! We are dedicated to our mission of Helping our Unique Students Develop and we want to show our appreciation for everyone who makes a difference in our schools. This week is a chance to come together as parents, students, alumni, businesses, and community members to celebrate our schools, students, parents, teachers, and staff. It takes all of us to Help Our Unique Students Develop! We invite you to find a way to show your love for our schools! Ways to Get Involved: Send a note of appreciation to a teacher or staff member. Volunteer to help with a school project. Attend a school event. Make a sign or banner for your school. Assist with Drug Free Week activities. Share your appreciation by emailing notes or pictures to roadrunnersuccess@holbrook.k12.az.us. Invitation to Walk With Me to be Drug Free! You're Invited to the HUSD #3 Walk to School Event! Join us for our annual Walk With Me to Be Drug Free Walk to School and celebrate Love Our Schools Week with the entire Holbrook community. When: Wednesday, October 29th, at 7:30 a.m. Where: The Old Courthouse in Holbrook What: We'll gather for a special rally to celebrate Drug Free Week and walk to school together as Roadrunners! Wear: Please wear red to show your support for Red Ribbon Week! Students will be served breakfast at the Old Courthouse and buses will drop students off at the courthouse unless other arrangements have been made with parents. We can't wait to see you there as we show our support for our students, schools, and a drug-free community! Thank you for being Roadrunners!
6 months ago, Dr. Koerperich
love our schools
Dear Park and Hulet Families,

On behalf of myself and our incredible staff, I want to thank you for sharing your children with us and for making the first quarter of the school year such a wonderful time of learning, growth, and fun. We are so proud of all that our students have accomplished and the enthusiasm they bring to school each day!

As a reminder, we will be on Fall Break from Monday, October 13th through Friday, October 17th. We hope you’re able to enjoy this time with your familiesβ€”relaxing, recharging, and making special memories together.

We look forward to seeing everyone’s smiling faces back at school on Monday, October 20th, ready to begin an exciting second quarter filled with even more learning and success!

With gratitude,
Mrs. Nichole Tow
Principal, Park and Hulet Elementary
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
We are excited to share that we will go ahead with our Reading Under the Stars event tonight! However, due to rain in the forecast, we want to let you know that if it is raining, we will move the event indoors to ensure everyone stays dry , comfortable and safe.

This special event is for all Kindergarten through Fifth Grade students and their families, and we hope that you will be able to join us for a fun evening of reading and connection.

We apologize in advance if the weather causes a change in plans β€” it may not be under the stars this time, but we can still pretend and make it just as magical! Thank you for your flexibility and understanding.

We look forward to seeing you tonight!
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
Dear Park and Hulet Families,

This is a friendly reminder that tonight is our Reading Under the Stars Family Night from 5:00–7:00 p.m. on the Park Elementary Field!

All Kindergarten–5th grade students and their families are invited to join us for this special evening of stories, community, and fun. Our amazing staff and invited business and community members will be sharing some of their favorite books.

Please remember:
πŸ“š Students must be accompanied by an adult.
πŸ§₯ Bring your excitement, a jacket, and a blanket if you’d like to sit on the ground.
πŸ”¦ A flashlight might come in handy as the evening gets darker.
πŸ’§ We’ll have water and a light snack available, and students will have a chance to win prizes!

We can’t wait to see everyone tonight and share the joy of reading together under the stars!
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
Hope to see you on Thursday, October 9th from 5:00-7:00 at Park School field for Reading Under the Stars.
6 months ago, Nichole Tow
Reading Under the Stars
Greetings Roadrunners! A reminder that HHS will host this year's Homecoming Parade this Friday beginning at 8:30 am along Buffalo and Erie due to the weather delay last week! Come join HHS and show that Roadrunner spirit! Go Roadrunners!!
7 months ago, Dr. Koerperich
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🌟 October Staff Spotlight: β€œBe the One” 🌟

At Park and Hulet Schools, we are so fortunate to be surrounded by educators who embody the β€œBe the One” attitude every single day. This month, we are thrilled to recognize two outstanding teachers who are great role models for their students and our school community.

🍎 Park School: Mrs. Gladys Butaslac, 1st Grade Teacher
πŸ“˜ Hulet School: Miss. Kasey Dill, 4th Grade Teacher

Both of these incredible educators demonstrate what it means to lead with heart, dedication, and positivity. Their commitment to student growth, their passion for learning, and their willingness to be the one who makes a difference inspire us all.

πŸ’™ Thank you, Mrs. Butaslac and Miss. Dill, for the joy, care, and excellence you bring to your classrooms and our schools each day. We are lucky to have you on our teams!

#RoadrunnerWay #BeTheOne #ParkSchool #HuletSchool
7 months ago, Nichole Tow
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Butaslac
Mark Your Calendars for Reading Under the Stars Thursday, October 9th from 5:00-7:00pm at Park Elementary Field for all Kindergarten through fifth grade students and families.
7 months ago, Nichole Tow
Reading under the stars
πŸ“£ Homecoming Parade Tomorrow! πŸŽ‰

Tomorrow is an exciting day for our Roadrunners! 🏫🐦

🚌 Transportation:
Park students will bus to Hulet at 8:15 AM.

🎈 Parade Details:
Park and Hulet students will sit along Buffalo Street.
The parade will begin at 8:30 AM and go down Buffalo Street.

β€οΈπŸ€πŸ’™ Show Your Spirit:
Please have your child dress in red, white, and blue to show their school spirit!

Let’s cheer loud and proudβ€”Let’s Go Roadrunners! πŸš©πŸ†
7 months ago, Nichole Tow
Homecoming
Dear Families,

We’re thrilled to share that the Homecoming Parade is coming up on Friday, September 26th! πŸŽ‰πŸŽˆ Mark your calendars for this exciting community tradition.

Here’s what you need to know:

πŸ“ Where: Park and Hulet students will sit along Buffalo Street, outside of Hulet School, to watch the parade.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Families Welcome: We’d love for you to join us! Feel free to sit with us along Buffalo Street and cheer on the parade.

πŸ“ Student Supervision: For safety, all students must remain with their class unless checked out through the front office.

🚌 Transportation: Park students will be bussed from Park to Hulet at 8:15 a.m.

We can’t wait to celebrate Homecoming with our students, families, and community. Thank you for helping us make this a safe and memorable event!

Go Roadrunners! πŸ«πŸ’™

Warmly,
Nichole Tow
Principal, Park and Hulet Schools
7 months ago, Nichole Tow
Mark your calendars for Homecoming Week, September 22-26! See the attached flier for dress up week details!

As a friendly reminder every Friday at Park and Hulet are Spirit Fridays. We encourage staff and students to show their school spirit by dressing in red, white, and bule to show their Roadrunner Pride!
7 months ago, Nichole Tow
Homecoming
🌟 Be the One Recognition – August 🌟

We are thrilled to recognize Amy Miller from Hulet School and Paige Murray from Park School as our β€œBe the One” employees for the month of September! πŸŽ‰

Both Amy and Paige have shown up each day with dedication and heart, living out our mission to β€œBe the One” for our students. Their positive energy, commitment, and care have already made a lasting impact on their schools and our district.

We are especially excited to welcome them to Holbrook Unified School District, as they both joined us this year from Joseph City. We are so happy to have them on our team and look forward to all the great things they will continue to do for our students and community. πŸ’™πŸ’›

πŸ‘ Congratulations, Amy and Paige! Thank you for being shining examples of The Roadrunner Way!
7 months ago, Nichole Tow
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