Navajo Elementary School

08/21/2026

URGENT STUDENT SAFETY NOTICE: Bear Sighting Reported in Navajo, NM

Dear Parents and Guardians,

The safety of our students and staff remains our highest priority. We have been informed of bear activity in the Navajo area and are taking proactive measures to ensure student safety.

A significant concern involves students who walk to and from school. Parents and guardians are encouraged to:

Arrange carpools or supervised walking groups whenever possible.
Ensure students walking with others rather than alone.
Report wildlife sightings near student routes immediately to school administration and local authorities.

Our local emergency responders are in the area to support.

08/11/2026

🏃‍♂️ The wait is almost over! Practice kicks off Monday, August 17th, and we cannot wait to see everyone! ⚡ Before your 5th- or 6th-grade student can hit the court, make sure they have a sports physical on file with our school nurse—it's a must-have to participate. 💪

Spots are filling up fast, so don't delay! 📋 If you have any questions along the way, feel free to reach out to Coach Thompson anytime through Class Dojo or email at [email protected]. Let's make this an amazing season! 🎉

08/10/2026

📚 Get ready for the BEST week ever—our Book Fair is coming to the end of the month and it's going to be amazing! 🎉

We've got everything your family needs to dive into this literary adventure. Check out the flyer we're sharing with all the details, plus QR codes to explore our Book Fair homepage, set up an eWallet, and join in on Share the Fair. 📱

Here's the exciting part: the class that sets up the most student eWallets gets to celebrate with a Donut Party! 🍩 That's right—delicious donuts for our champions. So help us spread the word and get those eWallets ready!

Have questions along the way? Our library assistant, Ms. Kristen Clark, is here to help anytime. Let's make this Book Fair unforgettable! 📖✨

08/06/2026

Please take note of the new official practice start date as proposed by the District Athletic Director.

A mandatory parent meeting is still schedule for Monday, August 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM.

08/04/2026

Dear Students and Families,

We are excited to announce the opportunity for 5th- and 6th-grade girls to join our Navajo Elementary Volleyball Program!

Volleyball is a fun and active sport that helps students develop teamwork, communication, sportsmanship, and confidence while learning new skills. Whether your child is new to volleyball or has played before, we welcome all interested students to participate.

Throughout the season, students will learn the fundamentals of volleyball, including:
• Serving
• Passing
• Setting
• Hitting
• Teamwork and game strategies

Our goal is to provide a positive and encouraging environment where every student can grow, improve, and have fun.

Spots are limited, and practice will begin Monday, August 17, 2026, from 3:00-4:45 P.M.! Before your child can practice, they will need to have a sports physical on file and must meet the eligibility requirements (e.g., grades, good attendance, and excellent behavior in each class).

Students interested in participating should have a parent/guardian attend the scheduled parent meeting (see information below) and get ready for an awesome season.

Parent-Meeting Information
• Who: Parents of elementary students interested in volleyball
• Location: School Gym
• Dates: Monday, August 10, 2026
• Time: 5:00 P.M.

If you have any questions, please contact Coach Thompson at [email protected], via Class Dojo, or at (505) 721-3516.

We look forward to a great season!

Sincerely,
Coach Hilary Thompson

07/27/2026

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07/21/2026

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07/21/2026

Welcome Back to the New School Year!

Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.

Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!

Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.

07/21/2026

Navajo Elementary School Bell Schedule Information

Regular School Schedule (Monday to Thursday)
Navajo Elementary follows its Master Schedule on all regular school days, Monday through Thursday.

Friday Early Release Schedule
All Fridays are Early Release Days, and students are dismissed at 1:30 PM.

Weather Delay Schedule

Monday through Thursday: A 2-Hour Weather Delay means school begins at 9:30 AM for all students.

Friday: If a 2-Hour Weather Delay is called on a Friday, there will be no early release. School will begin at 9:30 AM and students will be dismissed at 2:50 PM.

For additional information regarding Navajo Elementary Bell Schedule, please contact the school office at:

📞 505-721-3500
📞 505-721-3501
📞 505-721-3520

Where Our Young Warriors Never Stop Learning! 🏹📚✨