We are incredibly excited to share some HUGE news for the Grants High School Pirate Football Program!
Athletic Director Reyes Jaramillo took the initiative to apply and submit our GHS Football Program to the T-Mobile Friday Night Lights 5G Contest — and his efforts have paid off in a BIG way!
🎉 The Pirate Football Program has been selected to receive a $5,000 donation from T-Mobile! 🎉
But that's not all…
🏆 GHS Football is also a FINALIST for the T-Mobile Grand Prize — a $1,000,000 award for facility upgrades! The grand prize winner will be announced at a later date.
We want to extend a HUGE THANK YOU to Mr. Jaramillo for his excellent and continued efforts to put our students, programs, and Grants High School at the top of his priority list. His commitment to finding opportunities and resources for our student-athletes is making a difference!
💙 The $5,000 donation will go a long way toward improving our football program and creating an even better experience for the student-athletes who proudly choose to be part of the Angry Jack Family.
And now… we're keeping our fingers crossed for that $1 MILLION GRAND PRIZE! 🤞🏈💰
THANK YOU AND WAY TO GO, MR. JARAMILLO!
This is what happens when we believe in our kids and invest in their future!
#GrantsPiratesFootball #AngryJackFootball #AngryJackFamily #GrantsHighSchool #GHSFootball #FN5GL #TMobileFridayNightLights #FridayNightLights #GCCS #GoAngryJack

Grants Cibola County Schools is looking for passionate parents, students, teachers, school staff, community members, and tribal representatives to join our Equity Council! 💙💛
Together, we can help ensure that every student is seen, supported, and empowered to succeed.
As an Equity Council member, you’ll have the opportunity to:
✨ Provide input on district policies and practices
✨ Help identify and address equity gaps
✨ Promote inclusion and cultural responsiveness
✨ Collaborate on solutions that reflect our community’s values
✨ Be a voice for positive change
The Equity Council meets once a month, with both in-person and virtual options available.
Your voice. Your ideas. Our future. Make an impact!
Interested in being part of the change? We’d love to have you! 💙💛
📞 505-285-2769
📧 nolan.valdo@gccs.k12.nm.us
📍 Grants Cibola County Schools Central Office
208 W. Roosevelt Ave., Grants, NM 87020
Collaborate. Commit. Succeed.
#GCCS #EquityCouncil #EveryStudentEveryDay #TogetherForEquity #OurStudents #BeTheChange


















Grants Cibola County Schools is offering the community and GCCS staff an opportunity to claim leftover furniture from the former Mesa View Elementary School!
🗓 Today & Tomorrow
🕓 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Drive around to the backside of Mesa View Elementary School and take any available items you'd like. Furniture is available on a first-come, first-served basis and includes items such as:
🪑 Student desks
🪑 Chairs
🗄 Office furniture
📚 And other miscellaneous school furnishings
Our GCCS Maintenance Team will be on site to help load items into your vehicle.
Please drive carefully through the area and follow any directions from staff while on campus.
We hope these items find a great new home!

As we are preparing for a successful school year, we want to share our arrival procedures to ensure the safety of all students, families, and staff, as well as maintain an efficient flow of traffic each morning.
Students will arrive at school in one of the following two ways:
1. Front of School Drop-Off Only
Parents who are dropping off students by vehicle must use the front drop-off lane. Due to limited parking availability, parents should not park in the school parking lot during morning arrival. Insufficient parking creates congestion and poses a safety risk for students and families entering and exiting vehicles.
To help keep traffic moving smoothly, please pull all the way forward past the school entrance before unloading your child. This allows multiple vehicles to unload at the same time and helps reduce traffic backups.
2. Park at Future Foundations and Walk Your Student
Families who prefer to walk their students to school may park at Future Foundations and walk their child to the front entrance of the school.
Please remember that Mesa View Elementary is a closed campus. To help maintain a secure learning environment and ensure the safety of all students and staff, parents and visitors will not be permitted to enter the building during morning arrival.
We appreciate your cooperation and support in helping us provide a safe and orderly start to each school day. Thank you for partnering with us to keep our students safe.
3. Staff Parking
Staff arriving after 7:40 AM will have to enter through the Entry Only student drop off and work their way to staff parking to avoid cross-traffic with buses and parents on Washington Ave.
Sincerely,
Mesa View Elementary Administration

Today, the Grants Cibola County Schools Security Team, in partnership with local emergency response agencies, will be conducting an Emergency Preparedness Drill at Mt. Taylor Elementary School.
This is only a drill. There is NO actual emergency.
These training exercises are an important part of our ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe and secure learning environment for our students, staff, and visitors. By working alongside our local emergency partners, we are able to practice our emergency response procedures, strengthen coordination, and ensure we are prepared should a real emergency ever occur.
We appreciate the continued support and cooperation of our GCCS families and community as we work together to keep our schools safe.
Thank you for your understanding.
Grants Cibola County Schools
Committed to Safe Schools. Prepared Together.

Staying connected with families has never been easier. We're excited to introduce Edia's AI Attendance Assistant, a smarter way to improve communication between schools and families while helping reduce chronic absenteeism.
✨ Here's what families can expect:
✅ Instant two-way text conversations with school staff about student absences.
✅ Upload documentation such as doctor's notes, letters, or other attendance-related forms directly through text.
✅ Communicate in any language, making it easier for every family to stay informed.
✅ Automatic updates to school attendance records, saving time for both families and staff.
📋 Important Reminder: Please complete and return your student's Emergency Medical Form and be sure to:
• ⭐ Place an asterisk (*) next to the parent/guardian who should be contacted first.
• 📱 Include a cell phone number to receive attendance text messages.
• 📧 Provide your email address on the form.
Together, we're making school-home communication faster, simpler, and more accessible—because every day in school matters.
#EdiaLearning #AttendanceMatters #FamilyEngagement #SchoolCommunication #StudentSuccess #EducationInnovation #EveryDayCounts #AIinEducation

The countdown is on! We are excited to share that the new Mesa View Elementary School will officially open on time and welcome students on Monday, August 10th! 🎊
Our amazing Mesa View staff will begin moving into the new building on August 3rd to prepare classrooms and get everything ready for an incredible first day of school.
🚧 A few important reminders:
🔹 Contractors are putting the finishing touches on the playground, parking lots, and surrounding grounds.
🔹 Please use caution and drive slowly near construction areas as crews complete these final projects safely.
🔹 Demolition of the old Mesa View building is now underway and will continue through the winter.
🚌 Parking & Traffic Information
In the coming week, Steve Brown will share maps and important details regarding:
• Bus routes
• Student drop-off and pick-up procedures
• Staff parking
Thank you for your patience, flexibility, and support throughout this exciting journey. We can't wait to welcome our students and families into a beautiful new school and begin this exciting new chapter together!
💙💛 Welcome home, Mesa View Vikings!
#MesaViewElementary #GCCS #GreatNews #NewSchool #MesaViewVikings #StrongerTogether #ExcellenceEveryDay

Come Join our Team!!

Did you know your household may be eligible for FREE High-Speed Internet for 3 years with Resound Connect?
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A new school year begins, but our fire burns brighter than ever!
📅 First Day of School: Monday, August 10, 2026
🔔 First Bell: 7:55 AM
📚 Class Check-In
🎉 Welcome Assembly
🏫 Classes Begin
🤝 Afternoon Club Fair
Whether you're a returning Dragon or joining us for the first time, we're excited to welcome you to another year of excellence, opportunity, and college success.
🎓 NMSU–Grants classes begin August 19, 2026.
If you haven't received your NMSU schedule, please contact or visit the school:
📞 (505) 287-6655
New year. Same fire. Dragon strong. 🔥

Senior year starts NOW, ECHS Dragons—Class of 2027! 🐉🔥🌅
We’re kicking things off with Senior Sunrise at The Bluff: photos, breakfast, big laughs, and that first epic moment of your final year. Set those alarms, roll in with your Dragon crew, and let’s make this sunrise absolutely legendary. This is your year—let’s launch it the Dragon way. ✨🔥


To better serve our community and reduce long wait times, we are offering two easy ways to get your student-athlete's sports physical completed!
📋 Requirements:
Grades 6th–12th
Completed physical form signed by a parent or guardian
A guardian MUST be present
Choose the option that works best for you:
📞 Option 1: Call for an Appointment
When: Monday – Saturday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Where: Our Acute Clinic
Phone: (505) 287-6500
Cost: Use your insurance OR a cash fee of $25
🗓️ Option 2: $1 Sports Physical Event
When: July 31st | 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Details: Patients will be seen on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cost: Only $1!
We're here for you and your family! ❤️
Athletic Packets will be available at your schools starting Monday, July 13th or you can
🔗 Download and print your NMAA Physical Form here before you go: https://www.nmact.org/file/Physical_Form.pdf
#SportsPhysicals #CibolaFamilyHealth #BackToSchool #StudentAthletes #CommunityHealth

📚✨ Calling All Teachers! ✨📚
Looking to boost your skills or get a refresher on your Renaissance Learning resources before the school year kicks off? Don’t miss Camp Engage!
🗓 July 22–24
🎯 Learn new strategies, tools, and tips to maximize student success
🔁 Perfect for both beginners and those needing a quick refresher
👉 Sign up here: https://renaissancelearning.registration.goldcast.io/events/8505a751-7f6e-4527-8e23-0e2e4f4c6ab4?utm_medium=outreach&utm_source=customer-success&utm_campaign=2026-07-22-US-NP-Nat-Event-Webinar-Camp_Engage_BTS&utm_content=Camp_Engage&utm_term=2026#Agenda
Let’s start the year strong with the tools to support every learner! 💪📖

Grants Cibola County Schools families, did you know your child may qualify for FREE access to more than 50,000 digital books through Rally Reader New Mexico? Students can read anytime, anywhere on a phone or tablet, helping build strong reading habits all year long.
✅ Free for eligible New Mexico public school students
✅ Over 50,000 digital books from top publishers
✅ Easy enrollment that takes about 2 minutes
✅ No credit card, subscriptions, or hidden fees
Reading is one of the best ways to support student success, and this state-funded program makes it easy for families to access high-quality books at home and on the go.
📖 Get started today: https://www.rallyreadernewmexico.com/
#GCCS #GrantsCibolaCountySchools #RallyReaderNM #LiteracyMatters #ReadMoreLearnMore #NewMexicoStudents #FamilyReading #StudentSuccess 📚💙💛

Just in case you missed it: 🚌 Bus Registration for the 2026–2027 School Year is NOW OPEN! Planning ahead makes all the difference—secure your student’s transportation today by completing the registration form here: https://forms.gle/Jdj8YB7annpuK4978

The Laguna Acoma Jr./Sr. High School Hawks are looking for passionate, committed leaders to join our coaching staff and help build something special!
🔥 Now Hiring:
• Head Coach – Boys Basketball
• Head Coach – Baseball
• Head Coach – Softball
• Assistant Coaches – Volleyball
This is your chance to make a lasting impact on student-athletes, build a winning culture, and represent a proud community with tradition and heart.
💙 Develop athletes on and off the field
💙 Be part of a supportive, driven program
💙 Help shape the future of Hawks athletics
🦅 Fly with the Hawks. Lead. Inspire. Win.
👉 Apply here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeY8xp11PI4o3CrQ4TujyVEFYenggzfobzK9JVSxHNJUYCt6w/viewform
#LagunaHawks #HawkFamily #CoachingOpportunity #BuildChampions #GrantsNM

We are looking for someone who is passionate about developing student-athletes, building relationships, and helping grow our soccer program.
Interested applicants must submit a Letter of Interest to:
GHS Athletic Director
Reyes Jaramillo
reyes.jaramillo@gccs.k12.nm.us

