November 7, 2025

As we enter the month of November, known in Navajo as Níłch’its’ósí (“slender winds”), we’re approaching the end of the first semester. The excitement is building for To’Hajiilee Week, which will be celebrated from November 19th to 25th! During this week, we’ll have a variety of fun and festive activities, including: the annual Pageant Contest; a variety of vendors selling delicious food, arts, and crafts; fun contests to participate in; and the parade. Be sure to check out the flyer below for a full schedule of events. And don’t miss the highlight of the week: Turkey-in-the-Hole on November 25th! Classes who sign up will get to experience this traditional method of cooking turkeys underground. Ask your teacher if your class will be participating! We can’t wait to celebrate together during this special week!

On October 28th, the Juniors took a field trip to the National Museum of Nuclear Science & History. As part of their assignment, students explored exhibits on missiles, wartime history, atomic science, and solar power. It was an engaging and educational morning, followed by lunch at Golden Corral. In class, students completed follow-up questions to reflect on what they learned during their visit.

Our school held an early fire drill, and everyone knew just what to do to stay safe!

TCS was full of Halloween spirit as students and staff joined in on Dress-Up Week! From creative Halloween costumes to Dig Pink Day and Anything but a Backpack Day, everyone showed their school pride and creativity. The week’s activities also helped promote bullying awareness in a fun and friendly way, reminding us all to support kindness and respect throughout our school community.

Our Halloween Festival was a huge success! Students and their families had a great time playing games hosted by different classes. This event continues to be one of our biggest and most enjoyable traditions, bringing everyone together for a fun evening in costume. A big thank you to everyone who came out to support our classes and helped make the night such a success!

A huge thank you to the Navajo Agricultural Products Industry (NAPI) from Farmington for generously donating pumpkins to TCS! During our Fall Festival, parents had the opportunity to take home a pumpkin to enjoy and the students during the day time. We also extend our appreciation to our Bus Drivers and Custodians for picking up and delivering a full trailer load of pumpkins to our school. Your teamwork helped make the event a success for everyone!

The seniors from Mrs. Visaria’s class took a field trip to Jemez on November 5th! Students got the chance to step into the chilly waters and experience the freezing temperatures firsthand. They explored the area, observing the different types of plant life and living organisms both in and around the water.

After their exploration, the group enjoyed a delicious lunch at Wingstop. It was a fun and educational excursion for everyone!

As part of Mr. Juaton’s exam, students took a field trip to a Pickleball Court at a park in Albuquerque. Each student was paired up and assigned an instructor who taught them the fundamentals and basics of the game. Excitement filled the air as students put their new skills to the test in friendly competitions against one another. To wrap up the day, the instructors and coaches played a lively match while the students cheered them on. It was a fantastic day of learning, teamwork, and exercise! Students expressed their appreciation to their coaches and to Mr. Juaton for organizing such a fun and active day of pickleball. And thank the coaches and chaperones, Katrina Nez and Melissa Begay for participating.

Our administration and support staff showed off their Halloween spirit — their costumes were amazing!

A big thank you to our Administration, School Board, and Parent Advisory Committee for hosting the morning continental breakfast to show their appreciation. Everyone truly enjoyed the delicious food and the time spent together in their pajamas for Pajama Day.

A professional development session was held to cover annual testing and security training, led by Testing Coordinator Jojie Ceniza. Teachers and staff participated in a team-building activity and successfully earned their certification to conduct testing and assessments for the 2025–2026 school year.

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Here is the list of weekly activities:

TCS will be partnering with CBNHC with our monthly food distribution. Stay tune!

Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for the following dates — please save the date!

"Attendance matters! We want the very best for our students—so make every day count by showing up to school!"

TCS will be ending its SACRED WIND Communications contract in December 2025. Apply for a phone/internet discount, please see the information below and more details, visit www.lifelinesupport.org to apply today!

Volleyball Schedule

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Cross Country Schedule (Secondary)

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A big congratulations to our middle school students for a successful season under the guidance of Coach Mrs. Visaria Apachito and Ms. Amanda Secatero! The students showed great teamwork, and had an outstanding season. Great job, everyone! And thanks to the fans for being at each game cheering our Lady Warriors all season long!

November 10th

Breakfast: Cereal Frosted Flakes, English Muffin, Apple Wedges, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Chicken Teriyaki, Brown Rice, Blended Veggies, , and Choice of Milk

November 11th

Breakfast: SunRise Breakfast, Calzone, Homemade Salsa, Banana Slices, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: BBQ Pork Rib Sandwich, Broccoli, Squash, Strawberries and Blueberries, Snack Crackers, and Choice of Milk

November 12th

Breakfast: Blueberry Bagel, Cream Cheese, Fresh Cherries, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Beef Taco, pinto Beans, Homemade Salsa, Tortilla Chips, Strawberries, and Choice of Milk

November 13th

Breakfast: Waffle, Blueberries, Strawberries, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Grill Cheese Sandwich, Tomato Soup, Celery Sticks, Apple Wedges, and Choice of Milk

November 14th

Breakfast: Cinnamon Roll, Fruit Cup, Grapefruit Juice, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Mandarin Chicken, Vegetable Chow Mein, Winter Squash, Melon Chunks, Graham Crackers, Sugar Cookies, and Choice of Milk

November 17th

Breakfast: Cereal Frosted Mini Wheat, Toast, Watermelon Chunks, Fresh Grapes, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Braised Beef in Gravy, Yeast Rolls, Mash Potatoes, Green Been, and Choice of Milk

November 18th

Breakfast: Biscuit and Sausage Gravy, Watermelon Chunks, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Posole, Refried Chicken, Brown Rice, Peaches, and Choice of Milk

November 19th

Breakfast: Biscuit and Gravy, Fresh Grapes, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Meatloaf, Brown Gravy, Yeast Rolls, Mash Potatoes, Cherry Apple Wedges, and Choice of Milk

November 20th

Breakfast: Bagel, Cream Cheese, Pineapple Chunks, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Chili Con Carne, Cornbread, Green Salad, Fruit Salad, and Choice of Milk

November 21st

Breakfast: Bean and Cheese Burrito, Apple Wedges, and Choice of Milk

Lunch: Turkey and Cheese Croissant, Broccoli Salad, Sweet Potatoes, Strawberries, and Choice of Milk

29th: Half Day Wednesday (All Grades Dismissal at 1:15 p.m.)

29th: Volleyball Game vs Pine Hill (Senior Night)

29th: Fall Festival

31st: Early Childhood Trick or Treat

7th-8th: Cognia Strategic Thinking & Planning Committee Meetings

11th: Holiday - Veterans Day (No School for students and all employees)

26th: Thanksgiving Break (No School for students and school year employees)

28th-29th: Thanksgiving Break (No School for students and all employees)

19th: End of 2nd Nine-Weeks

22nd-Jan. 2nd: Christmas Break (No School for students and school year employees)

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