Holbrook Unified School District #3 - Helping Unique Students Develop

Look Out Chicago- we are sending a Roadrunner your way!!! Tucker Orton is Going to NATIONALS! The journey continues! After clinching the 10-11 Arizona State Championship, Tucker Orton just took it to the next level by being crowned the Elks West Region Hoop Shoot Champion! Tucker’s precision and composure under pressure have earned him a spot at the Elks Hoop Shoot National Finals! It’s been a road paved with practice, focus, and a whole lot of "swish," and we couldn’t be prouder to have him representing the West on the national stage. Next stop? Greatness. The Stats: • Division: Boys 10-11 • Recent Win: Elks West Region Champion • Up Next: Elks National Hoop Shoot Competition 2026 NATIONAL HOOP SHOOT CONTEST: Saturday, April 18, 2026 – Held in Chicago, IL Let’s hear it for Tucker! Bring home the Hoop-shoot Title!!

Good luck at State Wrestling Roadrunners!!

Gideon Pack, Jack Carbonneau, Tildyn Larson, Ryen Murray, and Rosario Carrillo all qualified for state wrestling by placing in the top 3 places at the wrestling sectionals!

We wish them well at the state tournament this weekend.

Bring home the gold Roadrunners!

Big news! Huge congratulations to Holbrook High School’s Hunter Tallsalt for being named Arizona’s recipient of the 2026 Billy Michal Student Leadership Award. This is a prestigious national honor where only one student from each state and the District of Columbia is selected. Hunter was chosen for his incredible perseverance in commuting 122 miles daily to school, his impactful leadership in revitalizing our AISES club, and his dedication to preserving his culture. As part of this award, Hunter will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to The National WWII Museum in New Orleans this June. He will join the other 50 student leaders from across the country for a weekend of behind-the-scenes tours and a formal ceremony at the American Spirit Awards. We are so proud of your dedication and hard work, Hunter! 🏆🌟

RESCHEDULE ALERT!

The HHS vs Show Low girls basketball game has been rescheduled to tomorrow night (Thursday, February 19th) at 7 pm at Show Low HS due to ongoing weather in the area. Be safe Roadrunners!

FEBRUARY IS KINDNESS MONTH AT HUSD 3! Check out the HJHS Kindness Wall! The HJHS Kindness Wall, created in a wonderful partnership with Northern Arizona University, is a digital space dedicated entirely to uplifting our students, staff, and community. Students, staff and even parents can provide a shout out to a HJHS student or staff members to show kindness at HJHS! What a great way to show kindness at HJHS!!

Huge shoutout to our Lady Roadrunner Wrestlers, Ryen Murray and Rosario Carrillo, for punching their tickets to the State Championships! You’ve proven you belong among the best in the state, and now it’s time to go out there and leave it all on the mat. Wishing you the best at State! Go Roadrunners!!!

When One Roadrunner Succeeds, We All Succeed! ESPORTS CHAMPION ALERT: William Cassidy The Sundown Gemini solo tournament just met its match. Huge congratulations to William Cassidy for an incredible performance, outlasting a stacked lobby of 99 players to take home the title! In the world of high-stakes esports, solo tournaments are the ultimate test of raw skill, game sense, and composure. William stayed cool while the pressure rose, proving exactly why he’s a force to be reckoned with this season taking home the AIA esports tournament championship! CONGRATS WILLIAM!

ROADRUNNER STATE PLAYOFF WEEK! Here is this week's playoff schedule: Tuesday, Feb 17 Boys Basketball vs. Snowflake Where: Home (Holbrook High School) Time: 7:00 PM Doors open at 6! Wednesday, Feb 18 Girls Basketball @ Show Low Where: Show Low High School Time: 7:00 PM TICKETS All tickets for AIA State Playoff games are digital only. Get yours now at GoFan.co (Search for Holbrook High School) GO ROADRUNNERS!1

Roadrunners Make State Tournament!

Congratulations to the Girls and Boys Basketball Teams!

Boys Basketball: Open Division
The boys have fought their way into the elite Open Division! They hit the road this Wednesday for a showdown with #1 ranked San Tan Charter.

Opponent: San Tan Charter

Date: Wednesday, February 11th

Location: San Tan Charter High School (subject to change)

Bracket Info: Boys Open Division Bracket

Girls Basketball: 3A State Championship

The girls are kicking off their playoff run right here on our home court! Let’s show up and defend the nest.

Opponent: ALA West Foothills

Date: Thursday, February 12th

Location: Munoz Gym (Home)

Bracket Info: Girls 3A State Bracket

Fan Note: Post-season games require digital tickets via GoFan. Be sure to check the AIA website before heading to the gym! No season passes will be admitted, only GoFan and AIA passes.

Let's show up and show that Roadrunner Spirit in support of our student-athletes!

Huge congrats to the HJHS 8th Grade Girls—2026 6th Annual Holbrook Basketball Tournament Champions! Congrats Lady Roadrunners and Coach Orton!

Calling all HUSD #3 Native American Families! 🦅

This survey is specifically for parents and guardians of Native American students. Your participation directly impacts how we utilize the funding we receive for our kids.

First 25 to finish = Automatic prize!

Everyone else = Entered to win our prize drawing!

Please take a moment to represent your student and our community. 🔗 https://forms.gle/QGi3jMFMvcfdQfor6

Roadrunner State Champion!! Tucker Orton is the 2026 Arizona Elks Hoop Shoot State Champion! He will now represent Arizona at the West Region Elks Hoop Shoot in Las Vegas! Way to go Tucker!!!

HUSD #3 Parent-Teacher Conferences: Let’s Team Up for Student Success!

It’s Parent-Teacher Conference week at HUSD #3! This is a fantastic opportunity to discuss your child’s progress and collaborate with our dedicated teachers on a personalized success plan.

Mark your calendars for your school's session:

Park Elementary: Tuesday, Feb 3rd 4 PM – 7 PM & Thursday, Feb 5th 1 PM – 4 PM

Hulet Elementary: Wednesday, Feb 4th 4 PM – 7 PM & Thursday, Feb 5th 1 PM – 4 PM

HJHS & HHS: Thursday, Feb 5th 1 PM – 4 PM & 5 PM – 7 PM

** Plan to attend Title I Parent meetings at each site.
** Your Voice Matters! While you're here, please remember to complete our Annual Stakeholder Survey. Your feedback helps us make our schools the best they can be!

Thanks for Being Roadrunners!

When One Roadrunner Succeeds, We All Succeed! Congratulations to Braylee Livingston for taking 1st in Visual Design and Zeke Knight for taking 2nd in Insurance and Risk Management at the FBLA competition representing HHS! Way to go Roadrunners!

Get ready for a night of swing and soul!

Join The Commanders Jazz Ensemble from the Air Force Band of the Golden West for an unforgettable evening at the George Gardner Performing Arts Center. From big band jazz classics and contemporary charts to patriotic favorites, this high-energy performance is one you won’t want to miss!

📅 Event Details
When: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: George Gardner Performing Arts Center
585 N 9th Ave, Holbrook, AZ 86025

Cost: FREE and open to the public!

♿ Accessibility
This event is wheelchair accessible, ensuring everyone in our community can enjoy the music.

🎙️ About the Host
The Air Force Band of the Golden West is dedicated to honoring our nation and connecting with communities through the power of music. The Commanders Jazz Ensemble brings together 20 world-class Airmen-musicians to deliver a professional, rousing, and patriotic musical experience.

Energizing Roadrunners, Bulldog and Wildcats!

Joseph City has officially joined Winslow and Holbrook in our solar initiative!

We are still looking for more families on tribal lands who need electricity. If you or someone you know qualifies, please reach out to Selena Nells (Joseph City), Leanne/Loretta (Winslow), or Bernice/Heather (Holbrook).

We are still looking for 25 more homes to power! Let’s make sure no student has to study in the dark! 🌙✨

READY TO APPLY? 👉 CLICK HERE for the link to sign up: https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/1c8cff95915049e8841ed9ae7bf6228d?fbclid=IwY2xjawPksClleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFOM3J0SDh0U0lTOUhyb2tvc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHgEEQkaK9hUyrv3i-McSMvvtPk3P3RkpWUKf4rWS6AEHZPTSuN_OAjeDYE8Z_aem__7Hgy1WKumBX7M0M76WV9g

🏀 READERS ARE LEADERS AT INDIAN WELLS! 📚 Big cheers are echoing through the halls for our incredible 3rd grade in Ms. Yazzie’s and Ms. DeHaan’s classes! 🌟 Our IWES 3rd grade Roadrunners were "caught reading" and have been officially recognized by the 2026 NCAA Read to the Final Four! Out of all the competitors in the Best of the Rest challenge, these students proved they are true stand-out leaders. Why do we celebrate? Because: • Reading helps us dream bigger. • Reading makes us think stronger. • Reading prepares us to lead! Ms. Yazzie and Ms. DeHaan’s students have been logging their minutes, exploring new worlds, and showing the community what Indian Wells excellence looks like. Enjoy your new books and swag, superstars—you earned it! 🏆📖

Roadrunners-

A reminder about the HUSD #3 Meet The Finalist Forum on Friday, January 23rd from 4 pm - 5 pm at the District Office. Come meet the candidates as they discuss their vision for HUSD #3!

Thank you for being Roadrunners!

CAN YOU SPELL S-U-C-C-E-S-S? 🐝 Join the Holbrook Unified School District for the annual HUSD #3 District Spelling Bee! Come witness our top Roadrunner wordsmiths go head-to-head for the championship title. • WHEN: Thursday, January 22, 2026 • TIME: 5:30 PM • WHERE: George Gardner Performing Arts Center (GGPAC) • ADMISSION: Free and open to the community! Support our students as they showcase their hard work and academic excellence. The winners will advance to represent HUSD #3 at the Navajo County Spelling Bee!