✈️ AVID Takes Flight! ✈️
Our AVID Elective classes had an unforgettable experience at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport visiting the Southwest Airlines hangar!
Students explored over 20 interactive exhibitor booths, toured the maintenance bay featuring a $20 million engine, and even boarded a real aircraft. The highlight? Every student got the chance to sit in the cockpit and see what it’s like to be in the pilot’s seat! 🧑✈️
Experiences like this open doors, spark curiosity, and show our students what’s possible for their futures. We are so proud of how they represented our school! ✈️
🥉 ESTRELLA VOLLEYBALL TAKES 3RD IN DISTRICT🏐🔥
What a season! Finishing Top 3 in the playoffs, these boys truly made a statement.
Their final game against Castro had everyone on the edge of their seats — intense, competitive, and they left it all on the court.
All season long, they showed up, worked hard, and competed. Every drill, every scrimmage, every workout paid off.
Talent gets you noticed, but mindset and positivity make you an athlete 💯 Coach Soltero is BEYOND PROUD!
This team built something special.
Once a Star, always a Star ⭐️
Dr. Barrantes brings a strong record of leadership and expertise in K–12 education, including a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.) in Administration and Innovation and a Master’s in Educational Administration from Arizona State University. He is also Internationally Montessori Certified.
With over 12 years of service in Cartwright, Dr. Barrantes has held key leadership roles such as Director of Assessments and Data Management and Assistant Program Director, where he helped drive student achievement and strengthen district programs. His experience as a school principal and principal coach further reflects his deep understanding of student, staff, and school needs.
A respected leader in the Peoria, Glendale, and Maryvale communities, Dr. Barrantes is committed to advancing academic excellence, operational effectiveness, and educational equity.
His leadership ensures continuity, stability, and a clear focus on student success.
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Barrantes back to the Cartwright family.
📸 Photos from 4/8 practice meet! Let’s go STARS! ⭐️
📍 Meets at Maryvale High School
📅 UPCOMING MEETS:
• Prelims: 4/14
• Finals: 4/16
Our Estrella Stars are FAST, focused, and ready to compete at the highest level. Every race, every event, all heart 💪⭐️
Show up. Show out. Shine bright Stars! ⭐️🏅
There was a typo on our previous flyer — the Boys Volleyball Playoffs are on WEDNESDAY, April 15th (not Monday)!
Come out and support as Estrella competes in the FINAL THREE 🏐💜
Let’s pack Castro and show our pride!
🕓 4:30 PM | 5:30 PM | 6:30 PM
📍 Raul Castro Middle School
Wear purple for Estrella pride!
🥎 Softball Season Finale🥎
Estrella took on Harris in their final game of the season, with a final score of 7-15.
We are so proud of these ladies for their teamwork, effort, and heart all season long 💪 You represented Estrella the right way every game.
Great season, Stars ⭐
Estrella vs. Harris ended in a hard-fought 8–8 tie! 💪
From big hits to clutch plays, the Stars never backed down and kept it competitive until the very end.
Great effort, boys! ⭐ Let’s keep building and come back even stronger for the playoffs!
Students also had the opportunity to explore careers in crime scene investigation by dusting and lifting fingerprints. Such a fun and engaging way to connect learning to future goals!
They work tirelessly each and every day to ensure our campus is safe, supportive, and welcoming for both students and staff. Their commitment to providing students with fairness, due process, and a sense of belonging reflects the genuine care and respect they bring to their roles.
A great assistant principal is often the steady presence behind the scenes—guiding, encouraging, and supporting everyone on campus—and Mr. Bennett and Mrs. Carlile do this with heart and dedication. Their leadership helps shape a positive school environment where students feel valued and staff feel supported.
We are incredibly grateful for all that they do. Their hard work, compassion, and commitment truly make a difference every single day. Thank you for being such outstanding leaders!🌟
Thank you for your continued support at home—we can’t wait to celebrate our Stars of the Year next month! 🌟
🥎 Big Softball Win for Estrella! 💪
The girls pulled off an awesome victory today, taking the game 12–5! 🔥
So proud of the way these athletes competed! ⭐ Way to go, Stars! 💜
Estrella Volleyball Heads to PLAYOFFS🔥🏐
We’re headed to the playoffs! Estrella is in the Top 3 alongside Castro and Atkinson — let’s go, Stars! ⭐
Playoffs are on April 15th at Castro. Come out, support, and cheer on our team as they compete for the win! 🔥
We are so proud of their dedication, curiosity, and perseverance throughout this process.
Projects will be on display in the library the week of April 20 — we invite our school community to come by and see the incredible thinking and creativity our students have to offer!
