District Announcements
To view a complete list of Scottsdale Unified School District announcements, please visit www.susd.org.
Important Information: Dr. Peterson's May letter
For All Other District Announcements & Events, Please Click Here
Gifted Summer Camps Available
If you are still looking for a summer camp for your gifted child, Scottsdale Unified School District is offering Gifted Summer Camp at two locations – Hopi and Redfield Elementary Schools. Weekly topics include Front and Center Performing Arts, Physics Moves Me, Writers Workshop, Oceanography/Reef Systems, Adventures in Art, In the Kitchen, World Music and Cultures and more. For more information, please view the Hopi flyer or the Redfield flyer. Please note: topics and price vary by site.
SUSD Board Member Spearheads TekLink Initiative Connecting Families, Schools, and Communities with Recycled, Refurbished Technology

The Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) Governing Board Vice President Denny Brown is spearheading the District’s TekLink initiative. TekLink’s mission is to connect families, schools, and communities with the use of recycled, refurbished technology.
“With TekLink, the goal is to put computers in the homes of every SUSD student who needs it,” said Mr. Brown. See TekLink
SUSD to Use eCoach for Mobile Enrollment Labs

Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) is taking enrollment on the road. The eCoach will be stationed at three locations for enrollment for all grade levels in the Coronado, Chaparral and Desert Mountain Learning Communities.
- Desert Mountain Learning Community: Friday, May 11, 2012 from 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Laguna Elementary School, 10475 E. Lakeview Drive, Scottsdale 85258
- Coronado Learning Community: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 from 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Hohokam Traditional School, 8451 E. Oak St., Scottsdale 85257
- Chaparral Learning Community: Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 7:30 a.m.-12 p.m. at Copper Ridge School, 10101 E. Thompson Peak Parkway, Scottsdale 85255
Information About The Possible SUSD November 6th 15% Maintenance And Operations (M&O) Override Ballot Initiative
· The proposed override will replace the District’s current K-3 Override re-authorized in November 2009 and the 10% Maintenance and Operations Override re-authorized in November 2007.
· The new 15% M&O Override will continue to support the programs that were added or maintained under the existing K-3 Override and 10% Maintenance and Operations Override. The District has operated with a 10% M&O Override since 1989, and with a K-3 Override since 2005.
The 15% Override will generate an additional $3,179,657 in budget capacity. It will be used to reduce class sizes in Kindergarten-5th grades by 1 and in grades 9-12 by 1, implement the Middle School Concept and provide additional Gifted Services and World Languages, Technology Integration and Staff Professional Learning.
Monitoring Temperature and Heat Index
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SUSD is committed to protecting the health and safety of our students and staff while providing and encouraging appropriate physical activities and opportunities during the school day. While it is important for children to exercise, we are mindful of the heat index and temperature outside. There are times that students’ activities may be altered due to the weather. We monitor daily the temperature, heat index and air quality as we determine the level of outdoor activity for our students. The level of activity Varies dependent on the physical structure and location of each campus.
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| In an attempt to enhance and streamline communication regarding the Heat Index, please know that we have added a Heat Index Report and link on Heat Alerts to the front page of all SUSD Web sites. Weather Procedures and Guidelines | Heat Exhaustion |
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Bobcat Announcements!
Cochise is an Excelling School!
This makes NINE consecutive years having the distinction of being labeled an "Excelling School" - 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011! It is the highest designation given to an elementary school. Way to go....Bobcats!!!!
Mission Statement and Goals
Cochise Mission Statement
Cochise Elementary School, in partnership with parents and the community, will enable all children to learn, to become critical thinkers, to believe in themselves, to respect others, to demonstrate responsible citizenship and to value and celebrate education.
Students will be challenged to explore new ideas, strive for success, and fulfill high expectations in a secure, caring environment where individual differences are valued.
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Cochise School Goals
- Create lifelong independent learners by teaching basic skills in a meaningful, integrated curriculum.
- Foster positive self-esteem and valuing of individual similarities and differences.
- Provide safe, supportive environments for students in order to enhance learning.
- Build a student/school/community alliance, which promotes responsible citizenship, civic participation, and global awareness.
- Build a school environment, which continually promotes a cooperative working relationship and open communication among students, parents, and school personnel.
- Provide opportunities for staff members to share activities, which promote collegiality and professional growth in order to enhance students’ school experience.
- Manage staff, time, and money resources effectively to promote student learning and to fulfill school goals.
BOBCAT BULLETIN
SUCCESSMAKER AT HOME
Students, you can now access Successmaker at home! Just click here! If you have any trouble logging in, please contact your teacher for login information. If you have trouble with Successmaker, please click here for FAQ's.
Cochise, Cocopah, and Chaparral Strings Concert
2012 - 2013 Calendar and Bell Schedule
Congratulations Cochise Community
A huge congratulations goes to our Cochise students, teachers, and parents. Cochise Elementary School was once again named an "Excelling" School by the Arizona Department of Education. This makes nine consecutive years having the distinction of being labeled an "Excelling" School. This is the highest rating a school can receive in the state of Arizona. In addition, our school also received the letter grade "A" with the new A-F School Accountability Letter Grade System. Congratulations Cochise Community!
For detailed information regarding the new Accountability Letter Grade System, please click here.
Please let me know if you have any additional questions.
Warm Regards,
Sarah Stammegna
3rd Graders Receive New Dictionaries
Thank you Sunset Kiwanis!!! The Sunset Kiwanis Club donated new dictionaries to our Cochise Third Grade Students!
Star Lab
5th grade PACT students visit the Star Lab.
Cochise Purple Society
The Cochise Purple Society, bringing awareness to childhood cancer.

COCHISE STUDENTS ATTENDING COCOPAH NEXT YEAR
School Tours
DISCOVERY EDUCATION AT HOME
Did you know our students have home access to
Discovery Education?

Click above for more information!
STUDENT ABSENCES
If your child will be absent for any reason, please call the Cochise Attendance Line (480-484-1100 press 1) before 9:30 am or email cochise.absence@susd.org. Your call or email will be recorded. Please give your child's name, the name of the child's teacher, and the reason for the absence (i.e. illness or personal). To ensure each child's safety, if we do not hear from you, we will call to check on absences.
6 DAY ROTATION SPECIALS SCHEDULE
Please click here to view the six day rotation specials schedule. You can print this calendar out for your reference if needed.
Code of Conduct
2011-2012 Family Handbook
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