Hualapai Elementary School

Picture Day is coming!
Thursday, September 11th

Flyers were sent home last week.

You can place your order at mylifetouch.com using the Picture Day ID: EVTDPRT9T

Order before midnight on September 10th to get free shipping!

Your child can also bring their completed flyer with cash or check on picture day. We are unable to make any changes - so please send in the exact amount.

Orders after picture day must be placed online at mylifetouch.com

Individual and Class Pictures will be taken!

Kindergarten Lunch!!
Kindergarten parents were invited to have lunch with their kindergarten students on Thursday! It was a special day for them!

Our committed KUSD staff and administration are actively working during the summer break to create even more engaging and interactive learning experiences for our students! 🍎📝 While our students enjoy their summer vacation, some of our staff members are diligently preparing for the upcoming school year by participating in Mindset Training!

We want to wish Mr. Arave a happy retirement! On Thursday afternoon we threw a surprise retirement party after school for Mr. Arave. He was very surprised and he enjoyed seeing friends, family, co-workers, and former co-workers. Thank you Mr. Arave for 33 years of being an educator in different roles, with 24 of those years being here in Kingman at KUSD.

Last Thursday was Mr. Arave’s last full day of school. So we decided to duct tape him to the wall for all of lunch today, the kids were pretty excited to help us out. Mr. Arave was a good sport.

🎉 Last week was all about celebrating our amazing Special Education team during SPED Staff Appreciation Week! 🎉 We rolled out the red carpet for our incredible staff from ALL schools within our district with delicious treats, fun raffles, and some fabulous gifts. 📣A special shout out to Anderson Auto Group and Andrea Foote for their generous donation that helped make this celebration possible! 💝✨ To our special education warriors: your hard work and unwavering dedication to our exceptional students don't go unnoticed! We’re so grateful for all that you do. THANK YOU! 🙌❤️

Last Thursday at Hualapai Elementary School the kindergarten classes and their families enjoy Kinder Kite Day! The weather was absolutely perfect for some kite-flying fun! 🪁💨 Families came out in full force to join in the excitement with their little ones. What a wonderful way to celebrate and create memories together!

📣Exciting News from Kingman Unified School District! 🎉We're thrilled to share that two of our incredible staff members are making big strides in their careers! 🌟A huge shoutout to Eric Najera from Hualapai Elementary School for being accepted into the SETTA program, and to Linda Panagopoulos at Kingman Middle School (KMS Bobcats) for her acceptance into the GETSET Tuition Assistance Program through the Arizona Department of Education.🌟 GETSET (General Education Teacher to Special Education Teacher) is an amazing program that offers tuition reimbursement for certified general educators ready to transition into special education. Meanwhile, SETTA (Special Education Teacher Tuition Assistance) supports paraprofessionals in gaining their special education teaching certification. At KUSD, we’re all about “growing our own” educators, and we can’t wait to see the impact Eric and Linda will make in our schools! Way to go, Linda and Eric – we believe in you!

Yesterday morning at Hualapai Elementary School, they kicked off their Donuts with Dad (or that special someone!) event. 🍩 They had a fantastic turnout! The students love starting their day with delicious treats and quality time with those they love. The smiles on the students' faces said it all! 😊

🌟🌟We are so proud to spotlight and congratulate Mrs. Shelly Owen, a 2nd grade teacher at Hualapai Elementary School. She earned Kingman Rotary Club's Teacher of the Month for March! Mrs. Owen stated, "I have been teaching for 33 years and my favorite thing about teaching is that every day feels new and different. Children have very kind hearts and a sense of humor. I really enjoy being with them, helping them learn and watching their successes!" She added that she moved to Arizona 33 years ago with her husband and has 3 children along with 2 dogs and is a grandma to 3 granddogs, which she loves! ❤ Congrats Mrs. Owen and thank you for continuing to be passionate and committed to the staff and students within our district! We truly appreciate you! 🎉

🔎🪨🪨 Exploring Careers in Geology! 🪨🪨🔎 Students at Hualapai had an exciting opportunity to learn from independent geologist Michael Feinstein during Trades Career Exploration Day! Mr. Feinstein brought in rock samples from across Mohave County, allowing students to examine them up close with a hand lens and take a sample home! They gained insight into what geologists do, why their work is important, and how their findings help manage resources. A huge thank you to Mr. Feinstein for sharing your expertise and inspiring future geologists!

Back in October we participated in the Walk away from drugs event. Today Hualapai was recognized by the city of Kingman as having the highest number of students attend in the area. Our trophy will be on display in our lobby. Congratulations to our Mountaineers for committing to walking away from drugs. We are all so proud of you guys. Pictured is Mr. Arave, officials from the city, and our 5th graders.

Students at Hualapai Elementary School were surprised by their school when they were invited to a celebration for their excellent attendance record! 🎉🎉 Students who were absent 4 or less days since the first day of school (half the school year) were able to participate in a fun cookie decorating activity, extra recess and received a reindeer candy cane. If they continue this path of attendance, which would be 8 or less days absent from school for the entire school year, they will get an even bigger celebration at the year's end!

Before the break, Mrs. Dunn's class at Hualapai Elementary School had been studying about the Revolutionary War. The students engaged in a creative and educational activity where they dressed up as notable people from that era, using their own crafted cutouts. Each student prepared and delivered a speech to their peers and family, showcasing extensive research and understanding of their chosen person's life and contributions to the war. We love seeing our students' creativity!

Congratulations are in order for three talented students from Kingman Unified School District who have achieved remarkable success in the Mohave County Tobacco Use Prevention Calendar Drawing Contest. This year's theme, "Hang Tough, Don't Puff," inspired many creative entries, and we are proud to announce our school district's winners. 🌟🌟Winners: ▪️Angel Bliss, 6th grader at Mount Tipton Elementary School ▪️Olivia Plaunty, 4th grader at Hualapai Elementary School ▪️Aerolyn Starr, 8th grader at Black Mountain Schools These young artists have not only showcased their artistic talents but also contributed to an important cause by promoting a tobacco-free lifestyle. Their works are featured in the upcoming calendar, serving as a reminder of the importance of making healthy choices.

Picture day is this Thursday, September 12th

Scholastic book fair that was originally scheduled for this month had to be changed due to a scheduling conflict with Scholastic , we apologize for this inconvenience . It will now be from October 24th - November 2nd. We look forward to seeing you all there, more information to follow.

Our School Store fundraiser has officially began. Students will come home with the welcome packet full of information this afternoon. Please follow the directions to claim your prizes.

Muffins With Mom! It’s not too late to sign up for Muffins with Mom. Stop in the office and pay the $3.00 per person. Wednesday, September 18th from 6:15-7:00 am