🥎 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!
Early Defense, Endless Spirit🥎
The girls softball team played great defense in the first two innings against Borman! 💜⭐ Unfortunately, they couldn’t connect at the plate to get on base. Tough final score, 15-0, but they never gave up. Keep your heads up, Stars! 💪
BASEBALL COMEBACK WIN 🔥⚾️
The boys fought back from behind for an incredible win and keep their undefeated record alive! 🔥👏 LET’S GO STARS!
Estrella boys volleyball gets the WIN over Borman! ⭐️
A hard-fought match with big moments all around—💪powerful hits from Dominic, consistent serves from Julian🔥, and Dylan covering the court with nonstop hustle⚡️!
Thank you to our families and supporters for bringing the energy!
⚾️ Boys Baseball remains undefeated with a 10-0 win over another top team, Cartwright! 💪⭐️ Dominant performance from start to finish!
🏐 Boys Volleyball Win, AGAIN! 🏐
Our boys volleyball team brought home a big win against Cartwright, taking the first two sets! 💪🔥
Coach Soltero is so proud of their grit and determination on the court. Keep it up, boys! 👏
📣Future Career Day at EMS – April 2nd!
Next Thursday, April 2nd, we will be celebrating AVID principles by encouraging students to start thinking about their future goals and careers!
👔 Dress-Up Theme:
Students are invited to dress as their future career (doctor, teacher, athlete, business owner, etc.) or as a college student by wearing a college shirt or sweatshirt. Outfits must be school-appropriate to qualify.
⭐Incentive:
Students who participate with clear effort will earn 100 PBIS points!
📸 Important:
To receive points, a photo must be submitted to Ms. Greene with the student’s full name and career description. Families may email the photo to [kegreene@csd83.org](mailto:kegreene@csd83.org).
🍕Bonus:
Standout outfits will be selected for a pizza party celebration!
Thank you for supporting your student and encouraging them to dream big about their future! 💫
Governing Board Approves 2026–2027 School Year Calendar
The Cartwright School District Governing Board has officially approved the 2026–2027 school year calendar at its most recent meeting, helping families and staff plan ahead for another exciting year of learning.
The first day of school for students will be Tuesday, August 4, 2026, following teacher in-service days at the end of July and early August. The school year will conclude on Friday, May 21, 2027, with a half day for students.
Throughout the year, the calendar includes important breaks and holidays such as Fall Recess in October, Winter Recess in late December, and Spring Recess in March. Families can also plan for Parent-Teacher Conferences in both the fall and spring semesters.
With 180 instructional days, the calendar is designed to support student success while providing meaningful breaks for students, staff, and families.
We encourage all families to review the full calendar and mark important dates. The approved calendar is now available on the district website.
📚✨ Throwback to Read Across America Week at EMS! ✨📚
Our students and staff had a blast celebrating the joy of reading with fun themed colors each day: Monday 🖤/Cat in the Hat, Tuesday ❤️/Thing 1 & Thing 2, Wednesday 💛/Sam, and Thursday 💚/Grinch! From colorful outfits to engaging classroom activities, it was a week full of imagination and literacy fun.📖💫
#ReadAcrossAmerica #EMSReads #LoveReading #BookLovers
The boys pulled off a close one, beating Desert Sands 7–6! 💪👏 Great effort, focus, and teamwork all game long.
Way to battle it out and get the win!⭐
