Morenci School District

FMS Families,

Our EAJHA Boys and Girls Basketball tournament starts tomorrow. Here are the game times. Come out and support your wildcats!

Attention all FMS parents/ Guardians,

You can now order your FMS yearbook! They are currently $45 until February 6th. The deadline for 8th grade recognition ads is February 6th.
Don't Wait get yours now!

Dr. Adams recognized two staff members at the Morenci Governing Board Meeting. Ms. Sandra Carrasco is a consistent, caring and tireless advocate for her students. Her love and dedication to Special Education makes a lasting impact not only on students, but on families years later. With her positive attitude, kindness, humor and genuine care for her students and colleagues, Ms. Carrasco brings people together and makes our school a better place. Mrs. Kelsey Pugmire is a passionate, innovative, and deeply caring educator who gives her best every day for her students. Firm, fair, and consistent , she sets high expectations while crating a safe and supportive classroom where learning is meaningful, engaging and fun. Everything Mrs. Pugmire does is for the betterment of her students and our school and we are grateful for the fierce positivity and excellence she bring to Metcalf.

Mr. Goodman recognized Siobhan Manrique as Staffulty of the Month for January at the Morenci Governing Board Meeting. She gets her students involved, she is so sweet and has a great attitude. She puts in so much effort to create great lessons and to revive out Drama Program where she gives her lunchtime twice a week. We are so blessed to have her at MHS!

At the Morenci Governing Board Meeting Mr. Goodman recognized the Outstanding Freshman Academy Students - Sophia Araiza and Luisabella Benitez. Also recognized was the Outstanding EAC Students - Maxwell Clancy and Shaylee Wichmann. Congratulations!

At the Morenci Governing Board Meeting Mrs. Lopez recognized Mrs. Rochelle Brack. Mrs. Brack is hard-working, friendly, energetic, creative, patient and loved by her students. She does an amazing job with engaging her students, cares about each of them and builds awesome relationships with them. Thank you for all you do!

Mrs. Lopez recognized the Students of the Month for January at the Morenci Governing Board Meeting. Congratulations to Donivin Verdugo - 5th Grade, Joscelyn Landavazo - 6th Grade, Jace Dominguez - 7th Grade, Lily Kennedy - 8th Grade, Kinsey Wiltbank - Specials and Jakob Collier - Specials. Way to go Wildcats!

Dr. Adams recognized the Metcalf Leaders of the Month for December at the Morenci Governing Board Meeting. Congratulations to Kapri Garcia - Kindergarten, Jack Osborn - First Grade, Kaylee Gualtieri - Second Grade, Raegan Young - Third Grade and Eduardo Saucedo - Fourth Grade. Way to go Wildcats!

Kara Wagley recognized her team at the Morenci Governing Board Meeting. She said taking over as the Special Education Director was a huge step and being able to have a team as wonderful as these ladies has made that step so much easier. They are passionate, wonderful people who never cease to amaze me. They advocate, love, teach and bolster every student. Thank you for all you do everyday ladies: Vanessa Torres, Ruth Martin, Linda Woodard, Sandra Carrasco, Merrian Saenz, Nichole Romero, Danielle Ramirez, Angie Humeniuck, Erin Anderson, Casey Maldonado, Barbie Gaethje, Melanie Hobbs, Kodie Barnett, Candice Ludvigson, Terry Montoya, Sherry Carbajal, Rita Yanez and Linda Madrid.

FMS is offering a new bike club for 6th-8th grade students! Please see attached for more information, and if your student is interested scan and complete the form.

MHS wrestler Caden Woodall has been nominated for the Arizona Republic Athlete of the week. Pleas support our MHS athlete by voting at the link below:

https://www.azcentral.com/story/sports/high-school/2026/01/20/arizona-high-school-athletes-of-the-week-poll-jan-12-17/88147790007/

This is a reminder that Wednesday, January 21 is an early release day! FMS will dismiss at 11:20 a.m.

There have been changes made to the basketball games at St. Johns tomorrow, 1/17/26.
The changes are as follows:
Girls' JV plays at 3:00 PM January 17th.
Girls' Varsity plays at 4:30 PM January 17th.
Boys' JV will play at 3:00 PM on February 4th.
Boys' Varsity will play at 4:30 on February 4th.

Good Morning, Wildcat Families!
This message is only for families of students enrolled in dual-enrollment or GIFT courses through Eastern Arizona College.
We invite you to attend a mandatory parent meeting to review important information about course expectations, college policies, and student responsibilities.
Families will be asked to acknowledge receipt and understanding of this information. This signed acknowledgment is required for participation in these programs.
The meeting will be next Wednesday, January 21st, at 5:30 PM in the high school Multi-Purpose Room.
If you cannot attend, please contact the school as soon as possible to arrange an alternative.
This announcement is also being emailed and is available on the school’s Facebook page and the MUSD app News Feed.
If you have questions before the meeting, please contact the school.
We appreciate your cooperation and look forward to seeing you.
Thank you

Please join us in welcoming our newest Morenci Unified School District Governing Board member. At our recent board meeting, Bryan Boling, Greenlee County School Superintendent, swore in Ariana Holguin. Having been a student and teacher at Morenci, she brings a strong connection to our schools and a genuine passion for serving our students, staff, and community. We look forward to Mrs. Holguin's leadership and continued support of student success. #wearemorenci #wildcatpride

🎉 Congratulations to our Spelling Bee Finalists! 🐝 Here is a picture of all of our bee-rilliant contestants. We are incredibly proud of our students who are advancing to the Greenlee County Spelling Bee, which will be held at Metcalf Elementary School on Wednesday, February 11 at 5:30 PM. Alternates: • Westin Sayre • William Apple Top 10 Finalists: 10th — Nolan Estrada 9th — Nathaniel Bausch 8th — Lexi Wilson 7th — Emeline Brown 6th — Shawn Greene 5th — Evelynn Blair 4th — Karly Szymanski 3rd — Lily Kennedy 2nd — Hayley Silva 2026 District Champion: Georgia Johnson

FMS Spirit Week January 19-January 23

For all new and returning GIFT students at MHS...

The soccer game scheduled for today with San Miguel has been postponed due to weather. The game is now scheduled to be played on February 4th at 6 PM.