Stallion Roundup November 25, 2024

Horseshoe Trails News

Upcoming HTES Musical

Carefree Cares Award Winner

Congratulations to preschool teacher, Karen Bird, who was chosen as the Carefree Cares Excellence Award winner at the November Governing Board meeting.

Congratulations to our Stallion Strong Students for the month of November! Stallion Strong Students are nominated by their teachers and one student is chosen per grade level each month for demonstrating exemplary character, work ethic, and kindness.

  • Jaxson K. - Preschool
  • Baylor S. - Kindergarten
  • Preslee W. - First Grade
  • Cheyenne F. - Second Grade
  • Tyler P. - Third Grade
  • Owen P. - Fourth Grade
  • Kaelyn O. - Fifth Grade
  • Amani K. - Sixth Grade

HTES Fun Run

Preschool Friendsgiving Picnic

Strong Dads Breakfast Schedule

Below are the upcoming dates for our next three Strong Dads Breakfast events. RSVP sign ups will come out about a week before each event.

  • *Friday, January 10th @8:00 AM (date change)
  • Friday, February 7th @8:00 AM
  • Friday, May 2nd @8:00 AM

PTO News

If you'd like to volunteer at movie night, please click the link below

Around the District

Thanksgiving Break

Reminder, all schools and offices will be closed from November 27-29 for Thanksgiving break. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

CCUSD Calendar

At the November 19, 2024 Governing Board meeting, the Board tabled adopting a calendar and will be sending questions to administration for additional information. They also requested a list of options be brought for their consideration during the December 10 meeting.

CCUSD Facility Focus Group

For the past several months the CCUSD Facility Focus Group has been meeting to review current and future enrollment in the district, evaluate facility usage, and to evaluate current and future facility needs. At the upcoming special meeting of the CCUSD Governing Board, the Focus Group will be presenting their findings from the research, including recommendations for possible school closures, school boundary adjustments, and grade reconfiguration. This presentation is only the first step in the process. No action will be taken at this informational meeting.

CCUEF Run the District

The Cave Creek Unified Education Foundation (CCUEF) is excited to host the annual Run the District event on Saturday, January 25, 2025! Join us for a fun and energizing run while supporting our amazing teachers. For more information, visit CCUEF.ORG

Voluntary Student Accident & Sickness Insurance

Information for Student Accident & Sickness Insurance plans for voluntary purchase (including plans for athletics) can be found in the brochures linked below, or by visiting Myers-Stevens & Toohey.

Upcoming Dates & Events

Every Wednesday - Early Release at 2:00 PM

  • November 27-29 // No School - Thanksgiving Break
  • December 20 // Half Day - 12:30pm Dismissal
  • December 23 - January 3 // No School - Winter Break
  • January 6 // School Resumes

Important Numbers

HTES Main Office & Attendance Line - 480-272-8500

HTES Health Office - 480-272-8502

Administration

Mr. Aaron Pettinato, Principal of Horseshoe Trails Elementary School

Mr. Bill Dolezal, Superintendent of CCUSD 93

Mr. Aaron Pettinato & Mr. Bill Dolezal

Governing Board