🧠 Math Minds at Work at Atkinson Gifted Academy! ⚔️📚

Our Atkinson Knights are diving into math by doing more than just finding the right answer—they are thinking, explaining, questioning, and learning from one another!

Through meaningful mathematical discourse, students are sharing their strategies, defending their reasoning, asking thoughtful questions, and listening to different approaches from their classmates. 💬➗✏️

When students have opportunities to discuss their mathematical thinking, they discover that there can be more than one way to solve a problem. These conversations help students deepen their understanding, make connections, and build confidence in communicating their ideas.

At Atkinson Gifted Academy, we’re building a community of mathematicians who aren’t afraid to think deeply, challenge ideas, and learn together! ⚔️💙

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💙Way to Go, Pablo! 💙

We are so proud to celebrate **Pablo, our Atkinson Blue Knight**, who is heading to the State Spelling Bee Competition! 🐝📚✨

Your hard work, determination, and love for learning have truly paid off. You are representing our school with excellence, and we will all be cheering you on as you compete at the state level!

Good luck, Pablo — we know you will do amazing things! 💙👏📖

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, the December 3, 2025, Governing Board meeting has been postponed to next week—Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:00 pm.

📢 We’re Hiring!
Join our team as a Lead Facility Maintenance Technician at CSD83!
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🎉 Great news, Cartwright community! 🎉
We’re so proud to share that our district has officially moved up to a “B” letter grade! 💪
This amazing achievement is thanks to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff across all our schools. 🌟
💙 11 schools earned a “B”
💛 6 schools improved by one letter grade
💙 12 schools maintained their letter grade. Keep it up!
🏆 A big shoutout to Holiday Park Elementary School for earning an “A”
We’re proud of our entire Cartwright family and know that together we’ll continue to grow and shine even brighter! ✨
#CartwrightPride #StudentSuccess #TeamCartwright

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Textbook Adoption Committee Meeting #1
Notice of Textbook Adoption Committee Meeting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. Meeting will be held in person at the Cartwright District Training Center, 4242 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85031

📢 Governing Board Meeting Rescheduled
Due to a BoardDocs program outage, today’s Governing Board meeting has been postponed.
The meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 19, at 6:00 p.m.
We appreciate your understanding and patience, and we look forward to seeing you then.

🎒✨ Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway! ✨🎒

Hey families! Come hang out with us at the American Family Fields of Phoenix on Saturday, July 26 at 6 PM for a fun and FREE back-to-school event hosted by the office of councilwoman Betty Guardado and the City of Phoenix.

We’ll be giving away free backpacks and school supplies (while they last), so your kids can start the school year off right. It’s a great way to get ready for the new year, connect with the community, and enjoy a summer evening together.

Bring the whole family—we’d love to see you there! 💙📚
#BackToSchoolPHX #CommunityVibes #FreeBackpacks #OneTeamUnaFamilia

🚨 NOW HIRING! 🚨 We’re looking for passionate educators to join our amazing team! 🌟 ✏️ Positions Available: HVAC Maintenance Specialist Peer Resource Teacher Preschool Resource Teacher COTA SLPs Mariachi Teacher (4th–6th Grade) PE Teacher Music Teacher STEM Teacher 4th–6th Grade Teacher Middle School ELA Teacher Middle School Math Teacher Middle School Science Teacher Assistant Principals 💼 Why Join Us? ✅ 4-Day Work Week – More time for YOU! ✅ Great Benefits – Comprehensive support for you and your family. ✅ Growth Opportunities – We invest in your future. ✅ Paid Student Teaching – Start your journey with support from day one. 📲 Scan the code below to apply and take the next step in your career! Be part of a community that values inclusivity, growth, and innovation. Join us today and make a difference! #NowHiring #EducationCareers #4DayWorkWeek #PaidStudentTeaching #TeachingOpportunities #OneTeamUnaFamilia

📢 Summer Meals Available for Kids and Teens – No Application Needed! Dear Families, We want to make you aware of the Arizona Summer Food Service Program, which provides free meals to all children and teens ages 0-18 during the summer break. Meals are available at participating schools and community sites across the state — no application or paperwork is required. To receive a free meal, children must be present at the site. To find a location near you: 🔗 Visit www.azhealthzone.org/freesummermeals 📞 Or call the Arizona Hunger Hotline: 602-528-3434 or 1-800-445-1914 We encourage all families to take advantage of this valuable program during the summer months. Thank you, Cartwright School District 📢 ¡Comidas gratis de verano para niños y adolescentes – no se necesita solicitud! Estimadas familias: Queremos informarles sobre el Programa de Servicio de Alimentos de Verano de Arizona, el cual ofrece comidas gratuitas para todos los niños y adolescentes de 0 a 18 años durante las vacaciones de verano. Las comidas están disponibles en escuelas y sitios comunitarios participantes en todo el estado, sin necesidad de solicitud ni trámites. Para recibir una comida gratuita, el niño o adolescente debe estar presente en el sitio. Para encontrar un lugar cercano: 🔗 Visite www.azhealthzone.org/freesummermeals 📞 O llame a la Línea Directa de Arizona Hunger Hotline: 602-528-3434 o 1-800-445-1914 Les animamos a aprovechar este valioso recurso durante el verano. Gracias, Distrito Escolar Cartwright

All Cartwright schools and offices will be closed today Monday, May 26, in observance of Memorial Day as we honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, May 27. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day weekend. #MemorialDay #HonorAndRemember #DistrictUpdate