Hello FMS Parents,
Next week we will be celebrating Native American Heritage Week. Here are the dress up days. We encourage everyone to dress up!
Next week we will be celebrating Native American Heritage Week. Here are the dress up days. We encourage everyone to dress up!
Fairbanks Staffulty recognized at the board meeting:
Luz Vasquez - She is a kind and caring person who is always willing to lend a helping hand. She is hardworking and dedicated member of our custodial team who is willing to go above and beyond to help others. We truly appreciate everything she does to keep our school running smoothly, she is also an amazing baker!
Nicole Pursley - She is kind, caring, and a positive person who brings out the best in those around her. She is patient and understanding in her interactions with both students and staff, and she continues to show kindness even during the most challenging times. She goes above and beyond to support her students. Her positive attitude, dedication, leadership, and willingness to go the extra mile maker her a valuable asses to our FMS team.
Luz Vasquez - She is a kind and caring person who is always willing to lend a helping hand. She is hardworking and dedicated member of our custodial team who is willing to go above and beyond to help others. We truly appreciate everything she does to keep our school running smoothly, she is also an amazing baker!
Nicole Pursley - She is kind, caring, and a positive person who brings out the best in those around her. She is patient and understanding in her interactions with both students and staff, and she continues to show kindness even during the most challenging times. She goes above and beyond to support her students. Her positive attitude, dedication, leadership, and willingness to go the extra mile maker her a valuable asses to our FMS team.
Fairbanks Middle School Students of the Month for October and November. These students were recognized at the board meeting. Way to go Wildcats!! Congratulations to the following:
October:
5th Grade - Ka'Laio Aguinaga
6th Grade - Legion Paz
7th Grade - Payton Lotts
8th Grade - Zoe Muniz
Electives - Maddon Barron
Electives - Emma Ogas
November:
5th Grade - Sofie Varela
6th Grade - Josiah Moreno
7th Grade - Cora Anderson
8th Grade - Rachel Madrid
Electives - Rachel Madrid
Electives - Adalyna Jimenez
October:
5th Grade - Ka'Laio Aguinaga
6th Grade - Legion Paz
7th Grade - Payton Lotts
8th Grade - Zoe Muniz
Electives - Maddon Barron
Electives - Emma Ogas
November:
5th Grade - Sofie Varela
6th Grade - Josiah Moreno
7th Grade - Cora Anderson
8th Grade - Rachel Madrid
Electives - Rachel Madrid
Electives - Adalyna Jimenez
Metcalf Leaders of the Month recognized at the board meeting for October! Congratulations to the following:
Kindergarten - Amilah Garcia
First Grade - Boston Carrasco
Second Grade - Caia Woodall
Third Grade - Paxton Burkett
Fourth Grade - Brody Burkheard
Thank you for being an amazing Wildcat!!
Kindergarten - Amilah Garcia
First Grade - Boston Carrasco
Second Grade - Caia Woodall
Third Grade - Paxton Burkett
Fourth Grade - Brody Burkheard
Thank you for being an amazing Wildcat!!
To celebrate Native American Heritage Month, sophomore World History students traveled to Heard Museum in Phoenix with Ms. Chavez and Mrs. Manrique. The guide led students through exhibits on Native American art, architecture, and history, expanding our knowledge and our appreciation for the indigenous peoples of the Southwest.
Update: At this time, the drill is complete. Thank you for your cooperation!
Morenci Schools is currently conducting a practice emergency drill. Please don't be alarmed if you see emergency responders at the school and can't reach the front office. We will inform you when the drill is over. Thank you for your cooperation.
8th Grade Fundraiser!
FMS Parents and Families,
Get ready for some friendly competition! We are excited to announce our "STUFF A TURKEY" Coin & Money Drive to support our 8th grade class!
It will start this Thursday November 12th- and will End on Friday November 20th!
How It Works: Students can bring in spare change or bills to help "stuff the turkey". The class that collects the most total donations will win the Main Prize: A Donut Party! Plus, there will be small prizes awarded as we reach milestone goals along the way.
Special Challenge: If our overall school reaches $1,000 or more, Lovie and Mrs. Gaethje will race each other in full Turkey Costumes!
Thank you in advance for your support in helping us reach our goal. Encourage your student to bring in any loose change between Nov. 12 and Nov. 20!
FMS Parents and Families,
Get ready for some friendly competition! We are excited to announce our "STUFF A TURKEY" Coin & Money Drive to support our 8th grade class!
It will start this Thursday November 12th- and will End on Friday November 20th!
How It Works: Students can bring in spare change or bills to help "stuff the turkey". The class that collects the most total donations will win the Main Prize: A Donut Party! Plus, there will be small prizes awarded as we reach milestone goals along the way.
Special Challenge: If our overall school reaches $1,000 or more, Lovie and Mrs. Gaethje will race each other in full Turkey Costumes!
Thank you in advance for your support in helping us reach our goal. Encourage your student to bring in any loose change between Nov. 12 and Nov. 20!
You are invited to the 14th Annual Morenci Schools Turkey Trot on Monday, November 23rd. Please have your child wear tennis shoes and bring a water bottle on this day. Below is the schedule that FMS will follow. Thank you for support!
Morenci High School is looking for someone to lead our lunch concessions stand!
Interested parties can apply on the District website: www.morenci.org.
Interested parties can apply on the District website: www.morenci.org.
The Fairbanks Hike and Ski Club conquered America’s newest national park this Friday! They hiked the Echo Canyon Loop at Chiricahua National Park, proving they can do hard things!
They left early, enjoyed the incredible views, and were blown away by the wildlife and wonders right in our own backyard.
As FMS Hike and Ski Club sponsor Tanner Pursley put it, “These Wildcats weren’t house cats, that’s for sure!” It’s always fun when the Hike and Ski Club is out and about!
The winter sports season is right around the corner, and we're excited to see our Morenci Wildcats back in action!
Be sure to check out the Morenci High School Winter Sports Schedules and mark your calendars. Come out, show your support, and help us pack the stands as our athletes represent Morenci.
Be sure to check out the Morenci High School Winter Sports Schedules and mark your calendars. Come out, show your support, and help us pack the stands as our athletes represent Morenci.
Congratulations to Kenji McCoo for being named the September GIFT Student of Merit for Morenci High School. This is what Carpentry instructor, Mr. Tony Aguinaga, wrote in his nomination to GIFT Superintendent, Clay Emery: "Kenji McCoo has earned the highest score in the class and has shown tremendous growth in the Carpentry program. He has excellent attendance, arrives to class on time, stays attentive, and actively participates. He consistently follows all safety policies and procedures and has stepped into a leadership role. He also assists me in working with our first-year carpentry students. McCoo is a great example of what it means to be a Carpentry Cat!" Along with a plaque with his name on it, Kenji will have his name added to a bigger plaque displayed at the MHS office, as well as a coupon for a free pizza from R & R Pizza.
This is a reminder that Friday, November 6, is an Early Release Day! FMS will dismiss at 11:20 a.m.
Good Afternoon FMS Families,
Below you will find our FMS Winter Sports Schedules. We look forward to a great season and hope to see you all!
Below you will find our FMS Winter Sports Schedules. We look forward to a great season and hope to see you all!
Please come meet our Morenci Pride Band on Friday night as they finish preparations to compete in the Arizona Band and Orchestra Directors Association (ABODA) Finals in Ahwatukee on Saturday!
Come support the Band and feel the Pride!
Come support the Band and feel the Pride!
Morenci Unified School District will have school as usual today, Monday, November 2.
Buses will run their normal routes, except in Ward Canyon, which remains closed to traffic.
It's a Great Day to Be a Wildcat!
The Arizona Department of Education released school letter grades yesterday, and Morenci Unified School District earned an A rating! School letter grades reflect several measures of student success, including academic proficiency and growth.
We have a lot to be proud of across our schools! Metcalf Elementary School continues its tradition of excellence with A ratings dating back to 2019. Fairbanks Middle School moved from a C to a solid B, and Morenci High School moved from a B to an A!
That excellence extends to our early childhood programs, where Wildkitten Den holds a 4-Star rating and Morenci Early Learning Center holds a 5-Star rating.
These accomplishments take a lot of hard work, and we're grateful for the students, teachers, staff, and school leaders who give their best every day, along with the families and community who continue to believe in and support our schools.
Together, We Are Morenci!
The Arizona Department of Education released school letter grades yesterday, and Morenci Unified School District earned an A rating! School letter grades reflect several measures of student success, including academic proficiency and growth.
We have a lot to be proud of across our schools! Metcalf Elementary School continues its tradition of excellence with A ratings dating back to 2019. Fairbanks Middle School moved from a C to a solid B, and Morenci High School moved from a B to an A!
That excellence extends to our early childhood programs, where Wildkitten Den holds a 4-Star rating and Morenci Early Learning Center holds a 5-Star rating.
These accomplishments take a lot of hard work, and we're grateful for the students, teachers, staff, and school leaders who give their best every day, along with the families and community who continue to believe in and support our schools.
Together, We Are Morenci!
At the board meeting Dr. Adams recognized two extraordinary members from Metcalf who go above and beyond for our students every day!
Avilene "Abby" Provencio is a dedicated special education paraeducator whose patience, compassion and unwavering commitment make a lasting difference in the lives of our students. We are proud to have nominated Abby for the Arizona Council for Exceptional Children's Paraeducator of the Year Award!
Mrs. Cassandra Hernandez, third-grade teacher, truly brings our mission of expanding horizons to life! From creative classroom transformations and hands-on learning experiences to community partnerships, grants, and statewide student achievements, she continually finds ways to make learning extraordinary.
Please join us in celebrating these two amazing educators! Our students are better because of the heart, passion and dedication they bring to Metcalf each day!!
Avilene "Abby" Provencio is a dedicated special education paraeducator whose patience, compassion and unwavering commitment make a lasting difference in the lives of our students. We are proud to have nominated Abby for the Arizona Council for Exceptional Children's Paraeducator of the Year Award!
Mrs. Cassandra Hernandez, third-grade teacher, truly brings our mission of expanding horizons to life! From creative classroom transformations and hands-on learning experiences to community partnerships, grants, and statewide student achievements, she continually finds ways to make learning extraordinary.
Please join us in celebrating these two amazing educators! Our students are better because of the heart, passion and dedication they bring to Metcalf each day!!
50 YEARS OF WILDCAT PRIDE!
Some victories are remembered long after the final whistle. Some teams leave a legacy that lasts a lifetime.
On October 16, we had the honor of welcoming back members of the 1976 Morenci High School Football Team to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their championship season!
The 1976 Wildcats finished with an incredible 11–1 record, including a 39–7 victory over Page in the championship game. What a season!
But the best part of the night wasn't the trophy or the record. It was seeing former teammates, coaches, and families come together to celebrate the friendships, memories, and people who made that season so special. We also took time to honor those who are no longer with us.
Fifty years later, the pride remains. The friendships are still there. And the legacy lives on in every generation of Wildcats who follow.
To our 1976 Wildcats and their families, thank you for giving our community something to celebrate then and something to be proud of today.
Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat!
Photo Credit: Colby Photography
Some victories are remembered long after the final whistle. Some teams leave a legacy that lasts a lifetime.
On October 16, we had the honor of welcoming back members of the 1976 Morenci High School Football Team to celebrate the 50th anniversary of their championship season!
The 1976 Wildcats finished with an incredible 11–1 record, including a 39–7 victory over Page in the championship game. What a season!
But the best part of the night wasn't the trophy or the record. It was seeing former teammates, coaches, and families come together to celebrate the friendships, memories, and people who made that season so special. We also took time to honor those who are no longer with us.
Fifty years later, the pride remains. The friendships are still there. And the legacy lives on in every generation of Wildcats who follow.
To our 1976 Wildcats and their families, thank you for giving our community something to celebrate then and something to be proud of today.
Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat!
Photo Credit: Colby Photography
Here is the Morenci High School Calendar for the next several weeks! You can find it on our school Facebook page and it is being sent via email to registered addresses.