Roadrunner Youth Wrestling!
The Holbrook Wrestling Club had twenty one members participate in the Show Low wrestling tournament this past Saturday 3/21/26.
Twelve of them placed 1st. through 3rd.
1st. Place: Adriel and Milo Jaime and Harper Carroll
2nd. Place: Elijah Jamie, Elena Simpson, Jaxson Patterson, Joey Padilla, Haidyn and Hyrum Carroll
3rd. Place: Xavion Simpson, Horatio Ochoa and Taylor Tsipi
Manuel Whetten participated in the StarWars Under the Lights wrestling tournament in Florence Az and placed 3rd.
Congratulations to all who participated!
The Holbrook Wrestling Club had twenty one members participate in the Show Low wrestling tournament this past Saturday 3/21/26.
Twelve of them placed 1st. through 3rd.
1st. Place: Adriel and Milo Jaime and Harper Carroll
2nd. Place: Elijah Jamie, Elena Simpson, Jaxson Patterson, Joey Padilla, Haidyn and Hyrum Carroll
3rd. Place: Xavion Simpson, Horatio Ochoa and Taylor Tsipi
Manuel Whetten participated in the StarWars Under the Lights wrestling tournament in Florence Az and placed 3rd.
Congratulations to all who participated!
We are beyond excited to announce that our very own Ms. Manning has been selected as a recipient of the 2025-26 Palo Verde Fiesta Sports Foundation "Wishes for Teachers" grant! 🏆
Because of this incredible $2,500 grant, our classroom is getting a major upgrade. Ms. Manning has already put these funds to work by purchasing:
17 Brand New General Microscopes 🔬 (Get ready to see the world up close, students!)
A massive supply of Tape & Highlighters 🖍️ (The essentials for staying organized and creative!)
A huge thank you to the Palo Verde Fiesta Sports Foundation for investing in our teachers and fueling the curiosity of our students. We can't wait to see these new tools in action! 💡🙌
#WishesForTeachers #PaloVerdeFiesta #STEMEducation #TeacherWin #ScienceIsCool #ClassroomGrant
Because of this incredible $2,500 grant, our classroom is getting a major upgrade. Ms. Manning has already put these funds to work by purchasing:
17 Brand New General Microscopes 🔬 (Get ready to see the world up close, students!)
A massive supply of Tape & Highlighters 🖍️ (The essentials for staying organized and creative!)
A huge thank you to the Palo Verde Fiesta Sports Foundation for investing in our teachers and fueling the curiosity of our students. We can't wait to see these new tools in action! 💡🙌
#WishesForTeachers #PaloVerdeFiesta #STEMEducation #TeacherWin #ScienceIsCool #ClassroomGrant
Our 7th and 8th grade AVID students recently took an exciting trip to Phoenix filled with hands on learning and future focused experiences.
The day began at the Wildlife World Zoo, where students participated in a structured, standards based academic field experience. Working in teams, they completed a WICOR based scavenger challenge that pushed them to think critically, collaborate, and engage deeply with their surroundings. Students practiced levels of inquiry, collected structured notes, read informational texts, and wrapped up the experience by creating a one page project that demonstrated their depth of learning.
The second part of the day included a campus tour of Grand Canyon University. AVID students, who are already focused on college readiness, truly benefited from seeing what their future could look like and envisioning themselves on a college campus.
A big thank you to our parents for getting students to school so early so they could take part in this opportunity. Thank you Ms. Jimenez for making all the arrangements.
The day began at the Wildlife World Zoo, where students participated in a structured, standards based academic field experience. Working in teams, they completed a WICOR based scavenger challenge that pushed them to think critically, collaborate, and engage deeply with their surroundings. Students practiced levels of inquiry, collected structured notes, read informational texts, and wrapped up the experience by creating a one page project that demonstrated their depth of learning.
The second part of the day included a campus tour of Grand Canyon University. AVID students, who are already focused on college readiness, truly benefited from seeing what their future could look like and envisioning themselves on a college campus.
A big thank you to our parents for getting students to school so early so they could take part in this opportunity. Thank you Ms. Jimenez for making all the arrangements.
Mary Lara from Northern Arizona University brought an unforgettable day of discovery to Ms. Manning’s 8th grade science class. Students had the incredible opportunity to explore science up close with three high powered microscopes, diving into the ultraviolet spectrum and experiencing real time views of the sun through specialized telescopes. It was a hands on, awe inspiring experience that truly brought science to life.
Picture Day is coming!
Mark your calendars—March 31 is Picture Day! Spring pictures are a great chance for students to show off their personalities and capture a memory you’ll cherish for years to come.
More details will be shared as the date gets closer. Be sure to save the date!
Mark your calendars—March 31 is Picture Day! Spring pictures are a great chance for students to show off their personalities and capture a memory you’ll cherish for years to come.
More details will be shared as the date gets closer. Be sure to save the date!
Congratulations to our incredible 8th grade girls basketball team for capturing the White Mountain League Championship. Their hard work, determination, and teamwork throughout the season led to an outstanding finish and a well deserved title.
We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the fans who attended the Final Four games. The positive sportsmanship and enthusiastic support from the stands created an amazing atmosphere and meant so much to our young athletes.
Finally, we are grateful for the continued encouragement from our families and community. Your support plays an important role in the success and growth of our students both on and off the court. Thank you for standing behind our Roadrunners and celebrating this special accomplishment with us.
We would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the fans who attended the Final Four games. The positive sportsmanship and enthusiastic support from the stands created an amazing atmosphere and meant so much to our young athletes.
Finally, we are grateful for the continued encouragement from our families and community. Your support plays an important role in the success and growth of our students both on and off the court. Thank you for standing behind our Roadrunners and celebrating this special accomplishment with us.
SAVE THE DATE March 24 5:30-7:30
CAFE/Community and Family Engagement
Holbrook Junior High School
The event will be a dynamic mix of community connection and student achievement:
Student-Led Presentations: Our students will be taking the lead to showcase their recent projects and learning.
Solar Partnership Highlights: Learn more about the solar installations happening in our community.
Community Fair: A space for local organizations to connect with our families. They will also be helping with resumes and providing free professional headshots.
CAFE/Community and Family Engagement
Holbrook Junior High School
The event will be a dynamic mix of community connection and student achievement:
Student-Led Presentations: Our students will be taking the lead to showcase their recent projects and learning.
Solar Partnership Highlights: Learn more about the solar installations happening in our community.
Community Fair: A space for local organizations to connect with our families. They will also be helping with resumes and providing free professional headshots.
Please join us on Saturday, March 7, 2026 for the 2026 White Mountain League Final Four. Our Roadrunner girls basketball team will take on the Winslow Bulldogs at 9:00 a.m. in the HJHS gymnasium. Come out and fill the stands as we cheer on our athletes and celebrate the hard work and dedication they have shown all season.
Let’s show our support with loud positive cheers and great sportsmanship for all teams. We would love to see our community there supporting these amazing young athletes.
Go Roadrunners!
Let’s show our support with loud positive cheers and great sportsmanship for all teams. We would love to see our community there supporting these amazing young athletes.
Go Roadrunners!
Students will be on Spring Break March 9 - 13. We hope everyone enjoys a well deserved break filled with rest, fun, and time with family and friends.
As part of February being Kindness Month, our weekly Teens Make Health Happen group is showing what leadership and heart truly look like. These amazing young people have decorated large donation sacks and placed them around our campus to collect non-perishable food items for our community.
This is the last week of the Food Drive, and we could not be more proud of their initiative and generosity. The donations will be distributed to a selected organization right here in our community, directly helping families in need.
They are stepping up, giving back, and making a real difference where they live. Let’s help them finish strong by sending in a non-perishable item this week.
This is the last week of the Food Drive, and we could not be more proud of their initiative and generosity. The donations will be distributed to a selected organization right here in our community, directly helping families in need.
They are stepping up, giving back, and making a real difference where they live. Let’s help them finish strong by sending in a non-perishable item this week.
Parents,
Please take a moment to review our upcoming Performance Matters benchmark testing dates and plan appointments around these days so your child can successfully complete their assessments. It is very important that students are at school on time and remain for the entire day, as testing will take place during regular school hours. Avoid checking students out early on testing days whenever possible.
ELA
February 24 and 25
Math
March 2 and 3
Science
March 3
These assessments help us monitor student progress and guide instruction to better support their academic growth. Your partnership in ensuring your child is present, on time, and ready to test is greatly appreciated.
Thank you for working with us to support your child’s success!
Please take a moment to review our upcoming Performance Matters benchmark testing dates and plan appointments around these days so your child can successfully complete their assessments. It is very important that students are at school on time and remain for the entire day, as testing will take place during regular school hours. Avoid checking students out early on testing days whenever possible.
ELA
February 24 and 25
Math
March 2 and 3
Science
March 3
These assessments help us monitor student progress and guide instruction to better support their academic growth. Your partnership in ensuring your child is present, on time, and ready to test is greatly appreciated.
Thank you for working with us to support your child’s success!
Tonight, at the Roadrunner Gym, the energy was electric as our Boys Basketball Roadrunners faced off against the Winslow Bulldogs!
Our Roadrunners rose to the challenge and soared to TWO big victories! From the opening tip to the final buzzer, the team played with heart, determination, and true Roadrunner pride.
We also want to give a huge thank you to the Winslow Bulldogs for their sportsmanship and positive, encouraging cheers throughout the night. It was great to see both home and visiting fans supporting their teams with class and enthusiasm.
We appreciate all of our fans who showed up and brought the spirit. Roadrunner Nation showed up strong tonight!
Our Roadrunners rose to the challenge and soared to TWO big victories! From the opening tip to the final buzzer, the team played with heart, determination, and true Roadrunner pride.
We also want to give a huge thank you to the Winslow Bulldogs for their sportsmanship and positive, encouraging cheers throughout the night. It was great to see both home and visiting fans supporting their teams with class and enthusiasm.
We appreciate all of our fans who showed up and brought the spirit. Roadrunner Nation showed up strong tonight!
We are beyond proud to announce that the film "Cleaning’s a Cakewalk," starring our very own HJHS 7th grader Kellyn Morris, is making its New York City premiere at the New York International Children’s Film Festival!
This incredible Navajo-language short is being featured in the festival's "Centerpiece: Native Stories" program. You might remember when Kellyn visited Holbrook last year to screen the film for our elementary and junior high students. He even did an impromptu Q&A, inspiring our students with their behind-the-scenes stories!
This incredible Navajo-language short is being featured in the festival's "Centerpiece: Native Stories" program. You might remember when Kellyn visited Holbrook last year to screen the film for our elementary and junior high students. He even did an impromptu Q&A, inspiring our students with their behind-the-scenes stories!
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!!
HJHS Students wrapped up their Earth Science studies by simulating geologic time this week using pancakes and straws (to simulate core samples). Hands on science is the best!!
State testing days are very important for your child. We understand that doctor and dentist appointments are often scheduled weeks in advance. As you plan upcoming appointments, please keep our testing dates in mind and try to avoid scheduling conflicts. It is essential that students are present, arrive on time, and remain at school for the entire testing session.
Being present and prepared on testing days sets your child up for success. Thank you for your partnership and continued support in helping every student do their very best.
Feb 18 - NAVVY ELA 8th grade, Math 6 & 7
March 24- Science (8th grade only)
April 1 & 2 – Writing (6-8 grades)
April 14 & 15 ELA/Math (6-8 grades)
Being present and prepared on testing days sets your child up for success. Thank you for your partnership and continued support in helping every student do their very best.
Feb 18 - NAVVY ELA 8th grade, Math 6 & 7
March 24- Science (8th grade only)
April 1 & 2 – Writing (6-8 grades)
April 14 & 15 ELA/Math (6-8 grades)
No School on Monday, February 16, 2026 in observance of Presidents Day.
Presidents Day, officially known as Washington’s Birthday, is a United States federal holiday honoring all American presidents, with special recognition of George Washington.
We will resume classes on Tuesday. Enjoy the long weekend.
Presidents Day, officially known as Washington’s Birthday, is a United States federal holiday honoring all American presidents, with special recognition of George Washington.
We will resume classes on Tuesday. Enjoy the long weekend.
Congratulations to Bicente Gurule for earning 3rd place at the Navajo County Spelling Bee in Snowflake. What an outstanding accomplishment and we are so proud of the hard work and dedication that led to this achievement.
We also want to celebrate Tatum Manygoats and Arianna Brown for representing our school so well and finishing strong in the competition. You all did an amazing job.
A big thank you to Ms. Estridge for coaching and preparing our students for success and to Rachel Lewis, Navajo County Superintendent, for the continued support at the county level.
Way to go everyone. We are proud of you.
We also want to celebrate Tatum Manygoats and Arianna Brown for representing our school so well and finishing strong in the competition. You all did an amazing job.
A big thank you to Ms. Estridge for coaching and preparing our students for success and to Rachel Lewis, Navajo County Superintendent, for the continued support at the county level.
Way to go everyone. We are proud of you.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Since Valentine’s Day is on Saturday, February 14th this year, we encourage families to celebrate with personal gifts at home on that day.
Friday, February 13th is a half day of school. Because of the shortened schedule, we will not be able to accept or deliver personal Valentine’s items for students. This includes balloons, flowers, stuffed animals, gift arrangements, or similar items. For safety and transportation reasons, these types of items are also not allowed on school buses.
We appreciate your understanding and your partnership in helping us maintain a safe and focused learning environment for all students.
Since Valentine’s Day is on Saturday, February 14th this year, we encourage families to celebrate with personal gifts at home on that day.
Friday, February 13th is a half day of school. Because of the shortened schedule, we will not be able to accept or deliver personal Valentine’s items for students. This includes balloons, flowers, stuffed animals, gift arrangements, or similar items. For safety and transportation reasons, these types of items are also not allowed on school buses.
We appreciate your understanding and your partnership in helping us maintain a safe and focused learning environment for all students.
At our First Annual Science Fair, judges used a detailed scoring guide to evaluate each project. They looked for clear and creative presentations that were organized and easy to understand. Students were expected to have a strong testable question that showed cause and effect, thorough background research, and a hypothesis based on that research. Judges also reviewed whether variables were clearly identified, materials and procedures were detailed and repeated at least three times, and whether both quantitative and qualitative data were collected. Projects were evaluated on data analysis, conclusions based on evidence, and a well written abstract that summarized the entire investigation.
We are proud of all of our students who participated. Christopher Gonzales created a Solar System model. Robert Hayden, Peyton Young, Triistan Mann, and Kelley Begaye investigated the effect of different lights on goldfish. Myles Moore tested the strength of different paper towel brands.
We are proud of all of our students who participated. Christopher Gonzales created a Solar System model. Robert Hayden, Peyton Young, Triistan Mann, and Kelley Begaye investigated the effect of different lights on goldfish. Myles Moore tested the strength of different paper towel brands.
