☕️ Cafecito at Justine Spitalny STEM School! Justine Spitalny STEM School hosted its monthly Cafecito this morning, bringing families and school leaders together for an important conversation about Title I, AASA and how we are preparing our scholars for the state assessment. Principal Joseph Jacobo proudly shared that many of Spitalny’s teachers have served the school community for years and are certified, highly qualified educators committed to helping every scholar succeed. 🍎📚 Joining our families were Principal Jacobo, assistant principals, our parent liaison, teachers, Governing Board Member Denice Garcia and Acting Superintendent Dr. Alfredo Barrantes. Thank you to our Spitalny families for staying engaged, asking questions and partnering with us to support student success! We are Cartwright. We are Growing Together!

Cartwright School District Reaffirms Commitment to Safe, Inclusive Schools for All Students

We know there is fear and uncertainty in our community from rumors circulating on social media regarding ICE agents. Please know we remain fully committed to providing safe schools with staff that inspire all students to go places and do things that matter.

At the Cartwright School District, we are deeply committed to safeguarding the rights, safety, and well-being of all our students and their families. Through our Safe and Inclusive School Environments (SISE) Policy, we work to ensure that our schools remain safe spaces for learning, free from fear or discrimination based on immigration status, while adhering to Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS).

At Cartwright, we will always remain committed to protecting the rights of all those we serve. Please see below for some additional information that responds to some of the questions we are receiving:
The Cartwright School District and our campuses are safe zones for all students, which includes a safe and stable learning environment, regardless of citizenship status. Students have the constitutional right to attend school regardless of their or their family member(s)' immigration status.

Please continue to check our website for updated information. We will also continue communicating with our families when large-scale updates become available.

We value and stand with every student that we serve. Thank you for your trust, and please do not hesitate to contact your home campus with any questions.

Have questions about ICE's new authority to enter Cartwright district school grounds? Click here for everything you need to know. https://www.csd83.org/page/immigration-resources

Sincerely ,

Dr. Alfredo Barrantes
Acting Superintendent
Cartwright School District

☕️ Thank you to all our C.W. Harris parents who joined us today for our Coffee Talk/Cafecito! Our outstanding principal and parent liaison, along with our Governing Board president and acting superintendent, had the opportunity to share important information, answer questions and connect with our families. We appreciate your time, involvement and commitment to our school community. Thank you for being an important part of the C.W. Harris and Cartwright family! 🎥 Watch highlights from today’s Cafecito: https://youtu.be/ZUUDe4YGY2s?feature=shared

Big news for Cartwright School District! Superintendent Boggs has appointed Teresa Tapia to the Cartwright School District Governing Board. Want to find out more about this appointment and what it means for our community? Click the link below to read the full story! https://www.csd83.org/article/3135238

🎉 Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! 🎉Meet Daniel Mendoza, one of our incredible students who celebrates his culture through music, food, and quality time with loved ones. Click the link below to watch his video and get inspired! 👇
https://youtu.be/a9GzZbHccjQ #HispanicHeritageMonth #HispanicHeritage #CommunityAndCulture

The Cartwright School District Governing Board has been unable to conduct official business after failing to reach quorum at three recent meetings. As a result, employee stipends have been delayed, student meal service contracts remain pending, and school safety matters are awaiting action.

Our students, employees, and families deserve a Board that can meet, deliberate, and move forward. Every voice matters — and so does every vote.

Read the full update here: https://www.csd83.org/article/3132891

This is an official clarification regarding district consultant compensation and the misleading social media posts that have been circulating. Please click here to learn more. https://www.csd83.org/article/3093908

Friendly Reminder: Early Release Tomorrow!

Dear Cartwright Families,

This is a quick reminder that tomorrow, Friday, August 7, is an Early Release Day across our district.

Please note that dismissal times vary by school, see the graphic below for your school's exact dismissal time (12:15 PM or 1:00 PM). 👇

If you have any questions regarding Friday schedules, please feel free to contact your school's front office directly.

Thank you for your continued support! 💙

Our new teacher orientation kicked off this morning at the District Training Center! New staff had the opportunity to hear from Acting Superintendent Dr. Barrantes SantaMaria and members of the Executive Team. The day also included breakfast, lunch, and a fun gift raffle to help welcome our newest educators to the Cartwright family.

Wishing a Happy Father's Day to all the fathers and father figures in our community! I hope you enjoy the special day with your loved ones. Please see the attached image for a message from our Acting Superintendent.

Meals for kid at no cost!
Cartwright Elementary School District is serving free breakfast and lunch to all children 18 and younger—no cost.
Bring your kids in for a healthy start and a full belly. Every child is welcome at our table.
see flyer for additional information!

Please take a moment to review the Social Media Rules of Engagement for the Cartwright School District and its affiliated schools. https://www.csd83.org/page/public-relations

The Atkinson Gifted Academy clap-out ceremony, a beloved end-of-year tradition, took place this afternoon. Students and teachers from both Atkinson Gifted Academy and Tarver, along with Acting Superintendent Dr. Alfredo Barrantes, lined the hallways to cheer for the 8th graders.

Congratulations to our Superintendent’s Scholar Council! Your dedication has earned you the Award of Excellence. Keep up the amazing work!

Today, Peralta Elementary hosted an end-of-year literacy event! Students went home with 10 FREE books 📚, a reading T-shirt 👕, and raffle tickets 🎟️. Parents also learned simple ways to support reading at home. Proud to keep students reading all summer long!

Our acting superintendent was out and about today!
He spent the day visiting schools and meeting with parents and staff—a fantastic way to build connections and hear directly from the heartbeat of our community.
Did you get a chance to say hello

Here are some highlights from Shrek the Musical by the talented Drama Club at @PalmLaneElem! 🎭✨
A fun-filled show packed with laughs, creativity, and amazing talent. Great job to everyone involved! 👏

Great literacy parade this morning at Tomahawk Elementary! 📚
Students and staff came together to celebrate reading by dressing up as their favorite book characters. From magical adventures to classic stories, it was a fun and creative way to bring books to life! 🏰🦄🧙🏽‍♂️🧸

We love seeing our students excited about reading! 💙

We had a wonderful parent workshop this morning, led by our incredible team at the Center for Strong Families and Thriving Children. Thank you to everyone who joined us and continues to support our families and community. 💙✨