Cottonwood Families,
We are currently experiencing an issue with our phone system that is causing calls to unexpectedly disconnect. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration this may cause.
Please know that we are actively working to address the issue and restore reliable phone service as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this.
Familias de Cottonwood:
Actualmente estamos experimentando un problema con nuestro sistema telefónico que está causando que las llamadas se desconecten inesperadamente. Les ofrecemos una sincera disculpa por cualquier inconveniente o frustración que esto pueda ocasionar.
Queremos que sepan que estamos trabajando activamente para resolver el problema y restablecer el servicio telefónico lo antes posible. Agradecemos mucho su paciencia y comprensión mientras trabajamos para solucionar esta situación.
¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo!
We are currently experiencing an issue with our phone system that is causing calls to unexpectedly disconnect. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration this may cause.
Please know that we are actively working to address the issue and restore reliable phone service as quickly as possible. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work through this.
Familias de Cottonwood:
Actualmente estamos experimentando un problema con nuestro sistema telefónico que está causando que las llamadas se desconecten inesperadamente. Les ofrecemos una sincera disculpa por cualquier inconveniente o frustración que esto pueda ocasionar.
Queremos que sepan que estamos trabajando activamente para resolver el problema y restablecer el servicio telefónico lo antes posible. Agradecemos mucho su paciencia y comprensión mientras trabajamos para solucionar esta situación.
¡Gracias por su continuo apoyo!
At Cottonwood, we love celebrating our Coyotes! Birthdays are such a special milestone!
To help us keep our focus on student safety, healthy habits, and uninterrupted instructional time, we ask for your partnership in adhering to our school-wide birthday guidelines:
In-Classroom Celebrations: All classroom birthday recognition is kept simple so instruction continues smoothly. Please coordinate with your child’s teacher at least 24 hours in advance before sending any item to school. To limit classroom interruptions, we cannot have classroom visitors.
Store-Bought Treats Only: For safety and food allergy management, any shared treats must be small, individually wrapped and pre-packaged from a store.
Non-Food Alternatives (Encouraged!): We strongly encourage non-food treats such as pencils, stickers, or small party favors instead of food items.
Balloons & Deliveries: Flowers, gift baskets, and balloon bouquets cannot be brought or delivered to classrooms, as they create visual distractions and potential allergen risks on campus.
Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation in keeping our campus safe, focused, and fun for all students! Link to Flier: https://bit.ly/4sVDdaU
To help us keep our focus on student safety, healthy habits, and uninterrupted instructional time, we ask for your partnership in adhering to our school-wide birthday guidelines:
In-Classroom Celebrations: All classroom birthday recognition is kept simple so instruction continues smoothly. Please coordinate with your child’s teacher at least 24 hours in advance before sending any item to school. To limit classroom interruptions, we cannot have classroom visitors.
Store-Bought Treats Only: For safety and food allergy management, any shared treats must be small, individually wrapped and pre-packaged from a store.
Non-Food Alternatives (Encouraged!): We strongly encourage non-food treats such as pencils, stickers, or small party favors instead of food items.
Balloons & Deliveries: Flowers, gift baskets, and balloon bouquets cannot be brought or delivered to classrooms, as they create visual distractions and potential allergen risks on campus.
Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation in keeping our campus safe, focused, and fun for all students! Link to Flier: https://bit.ly/4sVDdaU
Drop-off/Pick-up Reminders
Students are to be dropped off and picked up in the student pickup area only. Follow the traffic flow (double lane) through the drop-off/pick-up lane, stopping alongside the curbs. Children will enter or exit your car at this location. At no time should parents park or drive through the staff parking lot, as this can create a safety hazard at drop-off and pick-up times. Please follow the directions of school staff members supervising this area.
Also, remember to join the end of the line and right turn only into the driveway from Muscatel, do not turn left into the parking lot as this cuts other parents off. You may move into the second lane once you are inside the parking lot.
Students are to be dropped off and picked up in the student pickup area only. Follow the traffic flow (double lane) through the drop-off/pick-up lane, stopping alongside the curbs. Children will enter or exit your car at this location. At no time should parents park or drive through the staff parking lot, as this can create a safety hazard at drop-off and pick-up times. Please follow the directions of school staff members supervising this area.
Also, remember to join the end of the line and right turn only into the driveway from Muscatel, do not turn left into the parking lot as this cuts other parents off. You may move into the second lane once you are inside the parking lot.
Hello, Cottonwood families!
We are looking for parent volunteers to help support our students in small reading groups!
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 7:50–10:50 AM
Wednesday: 7:50–9:50 AM
Can't commit to the full time? No problem! Even one hour of your time can make a BIG difference! Whether you can help for an hour or a few hours, we would love to have you!
Interested? Please contact Evelyn Gonzalez at evelyn.gonzalez@hesperiausd.org for more information.
Thank you for supporting our students!
🐾 HEY, COYOTE FAMILY… DID YOU HEAR WHAT'S COMING?! 👀🎉
We've got something EXTRA FUN happening this November at Cottonwood! 🤩 Introducing our NOVEMBER PERFECT ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE! 🐺
Here's the scoop… EVERY student who attends ALL 5 DAYS OF THE SCHOOL WEEK will earn a VERY, VERY, VERY SPECIAL TREAT! 🎁🎉
That's right, Coyotes! 5 DAYS = Panda Express Kids Meal!
Let's show up, show out, and make every school day count! Let's see which Coyotes are ready to take on the challenge! #ItsCottonwood
We've got something EXTRA FUN happening this November at Cottonwood! 🤩 Introducing our NOVEMBER PERFECT ATTENDANCE CHALLENGE! 🐺
Here's the scoop… EVERY student who attends ALL 5 DAYS OF THE SCHOOL WEEK will earn a VERY, VERY, VERY SPECIAL TREAT! 🎁🎉
That's right, Coyotes! 5 DAYS = Panda Express Kids Meal!
Let's show up, show out, and make every school day count! Let's see which Coyotes are ready to take on the challenge! #ItsCottonwood
At Cottonwood Elementary, we are committed to providing the best possible education for your children. To help us understand your experience, we are partnering with YouthTruth to conduct an anonymous survey. Your honest feedback is essential for our ongoing school improvement efforts.
Survey Link: ytsurvey.org/husdfamily26
Raffle Event: Complete the survey by 10/30/26 to be entered into a drawing to win a 4-pack of tickets to your choice of a sporting event (soccer, baseball, or basketball)!
Email our Family Community Liaison @ evelyn.gonzalez@hesperiausd.org when you have completed the survey to be entered into the raffle.
More details here: https://bit.ly/4spPHXV
Cottonwood Elementary Families!
Your voice matters! Starting next week, we invite all parents and guardians to complete the YouthTruth Family Survey. This quick, 15-minute survey gives you the opportunity to share feedback on your family’s school experience and help us make Cottonwood the best place for our students. It can be filled out once for every student you have attending our site.
Survey Window: October 26, 2026 – November 20, 2026
Raffle Entry: Complete the survey by the end of next week to be entered into a drawing to win a 4-pack of tickets to your choice of a sporting event (soccer, baseball, or basketball)!
Look for a text message on Monday with the link to the survey. Thank you for helping us grow!
Your voice matters! Starting next week, we invite all parents and guardians to complete the YouthTruth Family Survey. This quick, 15-minute survey gives you the opportunity to share feedback on your family’s school experience and help us make Cottonwood the best place for our students. It can be filled out once for every student you have attending our site.
Survey Window: October 26, 2026 – November 20, 2026
Raffle Entry: Complete the survey by the end of next week to be entered into a drawing to win a 4-pack of tickets to your choice of a sporting event (soccer, baseball, or basketball)!
Look for a text message on Monday with the link to the survey. Thank you for helping us grow!
Red Ribbon Week - October 26th-30th
Join us in celebrating healthy and positive choices! Show your spirit all week long by participating in our Spirit Days. Check out the schedule below to see what to wear each day. Let’s make it a fantastic week!
Monday: Proud to be Drug Free - Wear Red
Tuesday: Team up Against Drugs - Wear a Sports Jersey
Wednesday: Follow Your Dreams, Don't Do Drugs - Pajama Day
Thursday: From Head to Toe, Healthy Choices - Crazy Hair/Crazy Socks Day
Friday: Say BOO to Bad Choices - Halloween Costumes (no masks or accessories, and must be school appropriate)
https://bit.ly/4iz1Ztu
Join us in celebrating healthy and positive choices! Show your spirit all week long by participating in our Spirit Days. Check out the schedule below to see what to wear each day. Let’s make it a fantastic week!
Monday: Proud to be Drug Free - Wear Red
Tuesday: Team up Against Drugs - Wear a Sports Jersey
Wednesday: Follow Your Dreams, Don't Do Drugs - Pajama Day
Thursday: From Head to Toe, Healthy Choices - Crazy Hair/Crazy Socks Day
Friday: Say BOO to Bad Choices - Halloween Costumes (no masks or accessories, and must be school appropriate)
https://bit.ly/4iz1Ztu
Cottonwood Trunk or Treat - October 29th, 4:30-6:00pm
Candy Donations Needed!
We are in need of individually wrapped candy donations for our Trunk or Treat. Candy may be dropped off in the front office. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at this fun event!
Candy Donations Needed!
We are in need of individually wrapped candy donations for our Trunk or Treat. Candy may be dropped off in the front office. We appreciate your support and look forward to seeing you at this fun event!
Good evening, families! We’re looking for families interested in hosting a trunk at our HOWLfest: Trunk-or-Treat Edition on Thursday, October 29th! If you’d like to decorate a trunk and join the fun, please click the link below to fill out the form and get more information. Please submit the form by October 7th. Space is limited, so sign up soon! https://bit.ly/3TKFqsp
Morning Arrival & Afternoon Dismissal Reminders!
To ensure the safety of our students and maintain smooth campus routines, we’d like to share a few quick updates regarding arrival and early check-outs:
Morning Drop-Off: The morning drop-off gate will close promptly at 7:30 AM.
Early Pick-Up Cut-Off: Early pick-ups must occur prior to 1:15 PM (or 12:15 PM on Wednesdays). We cannot accommodate early check-outs after these times as classrooms prepare for final dismissal.
ID Required: Anyone picking up a student must present a valid photo ID at the front office.
Authorized Pick-Up: The individual must be a parent, legal guardian, or explicitly listed on your child's emergency contact list.
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our campus safe and running smoothly. If you need to update your emergency contact list, please contact the main office!
To ensure the safety of our students and maintain smooth campus routines, we’d like to share a few quick updates regarding arrival and early check-outs:
Morning Drop-Off: The morning drop-off gate will close promptly at 7:30 AM.
Early Pick-Up Cut-Off: Early pick-ups must occur prior to 1:15 PM (or 12:15 PM on Wednesdays). We cannot accommodate early check-outs after these times as classrooms prepare for final dismissal.
ID Required: Anyone picking up a student must present a valid photo ID at the front office.
Authorized Pick-Up: The individual must be a parent, legal guardian, or explicitly listed on your child's emergency contact list.
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our campus safe and running smoothly. If you need to update your emergency contact list, please contact the main office!
Parent Conference Week Schedule
In order to allow time for parent/teacher conferences, we will have minimum days the week of October 5th. If you have not already scheduled a conference, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Monday, 10/5
Regular Schedule for All Students
7:30-1:47 (7:30-12:00 for Tk/Kinder Half Day)
Tuesday, 10/6 - Friday, 10/9
Minimum Day for All Students
7:30-11:40 (Tk/Kinder - 6th)
In order to allow time for parent/teacher conferences, we will have minimum days the week of October 5th. If you have not already scheduled a conference, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Monday, 10/5
Regular Schedule for All Students
7:30-1:47 (7:30-12:00 for Tk/Kinder Half Day)
Tuesday, 10/6 - Friday, 10/9
Minimum Day for All Students
7:30-11:40 (Tk/Kinder - 6th)
Coyote Families! We’re excited for Career Week and would love to invite parents to share their careers, skills, or businesses with our students!
Career Explorers Day: March 30, 2027 | 9–11 AM
Career Lab: April 1, 2027 | 9–11 AM
Space is limited! If you are interested in participating, complete our quick form below!
Interest Form: https://forms.gle/bQZTTXTn8d2L3kHn9
Thank you for helping us inspire our Coyotes!
Career Explorers Day: March 30, 2027 | 9–11 AM
Career Lab: April 1, 2027 | 9–11 AM
Space is limited! If you are interested in participating, complete our quick form below!
Interest Form: https://forms.gle/bQZTTXTn8d2L3kHn9
Thank you for helping us inspire our Coyotes!
Cottonwood Families!
Our Book Fair will be held September 14–18 during lunch recess. Get ready to discover your next favorite book!
Our Book Fair will be held September 14–18 during lunch recess. Get ready to discover your next favorite book!
Road Closure Update
Starting Thursday, 9/10 through 9/30, Maple will be closed between Main St. and Sultana St. Please allow additional time for detours during pick up and dismissal.
Drop-off/Pick-up Reminders
Students are to be dropped off and picked up in the student pickup area only. Follow the traffic flow (double lane) through the drop-off/pick-up lane, stopping alongside the curbs. Children will enter or exit your car at this location. At no time should parents park or drive through the staff parking lot, as this can create a safety hazard at drop-off and pick-up times. Please follow the directions of school staff members supervising this area. Also, remember to join the end of the line and right turn only into the driveway from Muscatel, do not turn left into the parking lot as this cuts other parents off. You may move into the second lane once you are inside the parking lot.
Starting Thursday, 9/10 through 9/30, Maple will be closed between Main St. and Sultana St. Please allow additional time for detours during pick up and dismissal.
Drop-off/Pick-up Reminders
Students are to be dropped off and picked up in the student pickup area only. Follow the traffic flow (double lane) through the drop-off/pick-up lane, stopping alongside the curbs. Children will enter or exit your car at this location. At no time should parents park or drive through the staff parking lot, as this can create a safety hazard at drop-off and pick-up times. Please follow the directions of school staff members supervising this area. Also, remember to join the end of the line and right turn only into the driveway from Muscatel, do not turn left into the parking lot as this cuts other parents off. You may move into the second lane once you are inside the parking lot.
Cottonwood Families, get ready for a night of FUN! Join us for Family Fun Night on Tuesday, September 15th from 5:00–7:00 PM in the Coyote Den! Come explore, discover, learn and make unforgettable memories together!
Picture Day is coming to Cottonwood Elementary!
Thursday, August 27th
Get those smiles ready, Coyotes!
Thursday, August 27th
Get those smiles ready, Coyotes!
Hello Cottonwood families! Join us for a free 8-week nutrition workshop beginning September 9. Learn how to prepare healthy, affordable meals, save money on groceries, and keep your family active. Classes will be held from 9:30–11:00 a.m., and participants will receive incentives and a certificate of completion. Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
Good afternoon, Cottonwood Families! Construction on Maple Ave is currently underway and may cause traffic delays. Please plan to leave a few minutes early for school travel to ensure a smooth drop-off/pick-up. Thank you for your patience! 🚧
Attention Cottonwood Coyotes!
Today is EARLY OUT WEDNESDAY!
TK/Kinder – 6th Grade End of Day: 12:51 PM
Note: If your TK/Kinder student normally leaves at 12:00 PM, their dismissal time stays the same!
Today is EARLY OUT WEDNESDAY!
TK/Kinder – 6th Grade End of Day: 12:51 PM
Note: If your TK/Kinder student normally leaves at 12:00 PM, their dismissal time stays the same!