School Connect Because It Takes A Village Award
We are thrilled to share that BMES has been selected as one of three statewide finalists for the It Takes a Village Award! According to School Connect, this award honors schools that have built strong, diverse networks of community partners to support students and families. The winner will be announced on May 1st, and no matter the outcome, we are incredibly proud of the amazing community we’ve built together. Thank you to our dedicated parents and extended community for the unwavering support you show every day!
BMES Now Hiring for the 25-26 School Year
Are you a certified teacher looking to make a difference? Come join our award-winning school community at Black Mountain Elementary School! With more students joining us from Lone Mountain and other schools, we’re growing, and that means we’re hiring!
This is an amazing opportunity to be part of a positive, high-performing culture where students and staff thrive. We’re excited about the incredible new students we’ll be welcoming and are looking for passionate educators ready to collaborate, grow, and be part of an amazing team that puts kids first every single day.
Interested in joining us in any position, even one not currently listed? Please reach out to Mr. Owsley at mowsley@ccusd93.net. We’d love to hear from you!
Parenting Book Checkout Form
Just click the button below to order. You’ll gain valuable insights to support your child’s growth, while also showing them that learning and reading are lifelong habits worth modeling.
State Testing Information for 3rd-6th Grade Parents
BMES-Specific Testing Dates for AASA (ELA & Math)
Order your Yard Sign Today
Celebrate your child's milestone with a special yard sign! End-of-year grade-level signs are now available to order for Kindergarten through 6th grade. These fun and festive signs are a great way to show your pride and let the neighborhood know your student is moving up! Don’t miss your chance to commemorate this exciting achievement.
Inviting ALL Future Kindergarteners
Welcome Future Bobcats!
We’re so excited you're joining (or considering) BMES kindergarten! Your big adventure begins in August 2025, but the fun starts now! We’ve planned some awesome events this spring to help your child feel right at home at BMES:
Explore the Arts
- April 23 at 4:30 PM | BMES
- A hands-on night of music, dance, art, and more with our amazing specials teachers!
Superhero Future Bobcat Buddy Day
- May 7 at 9:30 AM | BMES
- Registered kindergarteners can join a fun morning in our classrooms!
Know someone with a future kindergartener? Send this their way!
Questions? Call us at 480-575-2100 or email. We can’t wait to meet you!
🔹 4/18 April Break - No School
🔹 4/21 One Voice Choir Concert at 6:30 PM
🔹 4/23 4:30 PM Future Kindergarteners Arts Exploration (information above)
🔹 4/23 3:30-5:30 BMES Career Exploration Event (information above)
🔹 4/25 - 6th Grade Dance at STMS
🔹 4/26 - Rock the District is Back! Come out for an unforgettable night as talented local students rock the stage at Rock the District—a high-energy fundraiser that directly benefits CCUSD students! Enjoy amazing performances, food, and fun for the whole family. Your emcees for the evening are none other than Mr. Owsley, Mr. Pettinato, and Superintendent Dolezal! You won’t want to miss it! Let’s pack the house and show our support for these incredible young performers and our amazing district!
🔹 4/29 - 6th Grade Field Trip to iFly
🔹 4/29 - All-CCUSD Band Festival in the CSHS Blue Gym at 6:30pm
🔹 5/2 - 4th grade field trip to Az Science Center
🔹 5/2 - 5th Grade Dance at STMS
🔹 5/5-5/9 - Teacher Appreciation Week
🔹 5/7 Art & Choir Performance at 4:00-5:30 in the BMES Gym
🔹 5/12 - PTO Meeting
🔹5/13 Kinder/Senior Exchange at 5:30-545 PM. Cactus Shadows High School is starting a new tradition in which the Senior Class and the Kindergarten class—our newest Falcons—walk from opposite end zones and meet in the middle of the football field for the passing of the “Cave Creek Falcon Pride.” This will take place before the Senior Sunset. Seniors and kindergarten students will shake hands at midfield, and the seniors will present the kindergarteners with a small gift, symbolizing the “handing over” of the school to the next generation.
🔹 5/16 - CSHS Seniors (and former Bobcats) visit this morning to walk in their caps and gowns.
🔹 5/16 - 5th Grade's One Last Night @ BMES from 5:00-10:00 PM
🔹 5/21 - Last Day of School
🔹 5/21 - Move Up Day (students visit the next grade level and hear from those teachers about what to expect)
🔹 5/21 5th & 6th Grade Students take their Final Walk around campus and say goodbye as the whole school cheers them on to STMS! 5th & 6th grade parents are encouraged to attend.
🔹 6/2 - 6/12 - Attention 5th & 6th Grade Parents!!!! Special programs have been created to support your child's transition to middle school. Find these opportunities through the button below:
The evening was packed with energy and fun—from the 360° photo booth and caricature artist to balloon animals, face painting, and the ever-popular Bobcat Bounce Zone. Families enjoyed live music from Jukebox Creations Band, watched a talented artist at work during the live painting, and tried their luck with raffle prizes and a buzzing silent auction. With delicious options from local food trucks, it was truly a night to remember.
We’ve heard so much positive feedback from parents, students, and staff alike—and because of that, we’re excited to announce that Bobcat Fest is set to return Spring 2026! We can’t wait to continue building this tradition for our school community each year.
A heartfelt thank-you to our generous sponsors who helped make it all happen:
- Cave Creek Cooling
- The Groves Family
- Watson’s Hat Company
- Cotton Aesthetics
- An anonymous family
- The Caterpillar Foundation
To everyone who volunteered, donated, or simply showed up to be part of the fun—thank you. Your support is what makes BMES such a special place.
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