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Milken Educator Award goes to Kirtland Elementary teacher Rashinda Billie

Kirtland Elementary School's fourth-grade teacher, Rashinda Billie, has been honored with the Milken Educator Award.

By NW New Mexico News | Jan 15, 2025

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Alex Garrubba appointed as director of operations at Central Consolidated School District

Central Consolidated School District (CCSD) has announced the appointment of Alex Garrubba as its new Director of Operations. Mr. Garrubba, who has lived in the Four Corners area since 2013, brings extensive experience from his previous roles in...

By NW New Mexico News | Jan 13, 2025

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Cybersecurity breach affects schools using PowerSchool nationwide

By NW New Mexico News | Jan 10, 2025

Central Consolidated School District, alongside other districts across the nation, is alerting families to a cybersecurity incident involving PowerSchool, the provider of their Student Information System (SIS).

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Health guidelines issued for parents during cold and flu season

By NW New Mexico News | Jan 8, 2025

The school district has issued important health guidelines for parents and guardians during the cold, flu, RSV, and COVID season.

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Water main break impacts parts of Shiprock; repairs underway

By NW New Mexico News | Dec 16, 2024

A water main break occurred on December 15, 2024, near the old BIA compound in Shiprock, close to Wells Fargo Bank.

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Central Consolidated School District announces winter engagement meetings for parents and community

By NW New Mexico News | Dec 4, 2024

Central Consolidated School District (CCSD) has announced a series of Winter Family & Community Engagement Meetings for the 2024-2025 school year.

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CCSD students attend national conference on Indian education

By NW New Mexico News | Nov 20, 2024

At a recent Central Consolidated School District board meeting, Donovan Russell, Equity Council Supervisor, shared insights on student participation in the National Indian Education Association conference.

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Central Consolidated School District addresses resolved school threat incident

By NW New Mexico News | Nov 16, 2024

The Central Consolidated School District (CCSD) is actively working with the Navajo Police Department and the San Juan County Office of Emergency Management following a recent threat to one of its schools.

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Elvira Bitsoi appointed principal at Naschitti Elementary School

By NW New Mexico News | Nov 8, 2024

Elvira Bitsoi has joined Naschitti Elementary School as the new principal.

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School district hosts events for Filipino American Heritage Month

By NW New Mexico News | Oct 22, 2024

The school district is set to celebrate Filipino American Heritage Month this October with a series of cultural events. These events aim to highlight the history, traditions, and contributions of the Filipino American community.

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Denise Pierro awarded New Mexico Gifted Teacher of the Year 2024

By NW New Mexico News | Oct 22, 2024

Denise Pierro, an educator at Judy Nelson Elementary School, has been named New Mexico Gifted Teacher of the Year 2024 by the New Mexico Association for the Gifted (NMAG).

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Shiprock High School responds to weapon report; two individuals in custody

By NW New Mexico News | Oct 22, 2024

A reported weapon incident occurred at Shiprock High School on October 22, 2024. The Central Consolidated School District and the school administration were promptly informed of the situation at 12:18 p.m. and immediately contacted the Navajo Police Department.

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Board of Education announces combined school board meetings due to conference attendance

By NW New Mexico News | Oct 7, 2024

The Board of Education is set to hold a Combined Work Session and Regular School Board Meeting on October 15, 2024. This decision comes as several board members are attending the National Indian Education Association (NIEA) Conference in California, raising concerns about meeting quorum requirements.

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Central Consolidated School District issues new school safety guidelines

By NW New Mexico News | Sep 24, 2024

Central Consolidated School District has issued a set of guidelines aimed at enhancing the safety and security of its schools. The district emphasizes the importance of teamwork in maintaining a secure environment for students and staff.

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School board meeting rescheduled due to lunar eclipse

By NW New Mexico News | Sep 17, 2024

Due to the lunar eclipse on Tuesday night and traditional observances, the Regular School Board Meeting has been rescheduled to September 23 at 5:30 p.m. in the Randy J. Manning Building.

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Central Consolidated School District relocates offices due to flooding

By NW New Mexico News | Aug 26, 2024

Due to recent inclement weather and flooding at the Central Consolidated School District administration office, the district has announced a temporary relocation and reorganization of its office locations. The district will move its operations to the Kirtland Business Office and various schools for the time being.

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CCSD partners with Purdue for gifted student summer camp

By NW New Mexico News | Jul 31, 2024

On Saturday, June 29, 2024, twenty students from the Central Consolidated School District (CCSD), ranging from grades 6-12, traveled to Purdue University in West Lafayette, Indiana. This marks the second year of collaboration between the CCSD Gifted, Talented, and Creative Program and the Purdue University HOPE+SIM Partnership. The partnership provides scholarships for CCSD's gifted and talented students to attend the Purdue University Gifted Education Research and Resource Institute (GER2I) Summer Residential Camp.

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Central Consolidated School District renews superintendent's contract for two more years

By NW New Mexico News | Jul 31, 2024

Steve Carlson has agreed to extend his contract as the superintendent of the Central Consolidated School District (CCSD) for an additional two years. The decision was made during a Work Session School Board Meeting on April 11, 2024, where the board unanimously approved the renewal.

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Chief Manuelito Scholarship awards announced for 2024

By NW New Mexico News | Jul 30, 2024

The Chief Manuelito Scholarship program, established by the Navajo Nation in 1980, aims to honor high-achieving high school graduates. Named after Chief Manuelito, Hastiin Ch’ilhaajiin (1818-1893), an advocate for education and the preservation of Navajo tradition and culture, the scholarship provides $7,000 per academic year to cover direct educational expenses at post-secondary institutions. Recipients must maintain a 3.0 GPA and complete 12 or more semester credit hours of college-level graded courses each academic term.

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Trailer released for "Kirtland Dynasty" documentary on Lady Bronco basketball team

By NW New Mexico News | Jul 29, 2024

The trailer for the documentary "Kirtland Dynasty" has been released after a two-year project. The film chronicles the history of the Lady Bronco basketball team at Kirtland Central High School, highlighting their 46 seasons, 35 state championship appearances, and 21 wins, which amount to a 77% winning rate.