6th Grade Field Trip

On Thursday, May 6^th, students from Central Elementary traveled to Tucson, Arizona for their annual 6^th Grade Field Trip. The trip was earned by the students for showing all elements of C.A.R.E.- Compassion, Attitude, Respect and Effort. This year, nine of the top 5^th Graders were also invited to join the 6^th Grade group.

The first half of the trip included a tour of the International Wildlife Museum. The International Wildlife Museum is dedicated to increasing knowledge and appreciation of the diverse wildlife of the world. It highlights over 400 species of insects, mammals and birds from around the globe. Dioramas depict wild animals in their natural settings. Working in small groups, students completed a scavenger hunt as they toured the museum. Our students received high compliments from the museum staff for their cooperativeness and good manners.

After lunch at the museum, the students were treated to a fun time at the Golf N Stuff Amusement Park. The Park features Bumper Boats, Race Cars, Laser Tag, Batting Cages, Miniature Golf, and an Arcade.

Mr. Gordon, and Mr. Acosta would like to thank those students who attended, for their excellent behavior throughout the day.

DARE Graduation

On Thursday May 20, 2010 our fifth grade students had their DARE Graduation. Each student was presented a certificate and medal for completing this program. Each student wrote an essay on why DARE was important to them. One student from each 5^th grade class won the essay contest. The winners received a bike. Our winners were: Cecilia Acosta, Zabian Santoyo, Alejandro Bennefield. We are proud of all our students. Other activities included the fire truck, Officer Pat and his K-9 companion, the DARE car and yes Pizza. Central would like to say thank you to OFFICER JOSEPH FLORES for your help.

Mayor of Lordsburg Visits CES

The Sixth Grade students at Central Elementary have been learning about the roots of democracy and the legacies of the Ancient Greek and Roman Civilizations. One learning activity centered on developing questions that they would ask a local government official. The school was honored on Wednesday, May 19, to have our newest mayor, Mr. Frank Rodriguez as a special guest. Mayor Rodriguez spoke to the students about his job, and answered several questions related to the type of businesses Lordsburg could have in the future, our potential to attract solar and wind energy industries, and the benefits to the community that the upcoming movie production will provide. He also emphasized the value of our youth developing a strong work ethic to be successful in life, and for our students to take pride in our town, by helping to keep it clean. Each student had the opportunity to read his/her question to the mayor and have it answered. The Sixth Grade Teachers, Mr. Acosta and Mr. Gordon, and students, would like to thank Mayor Rodriguez for taking the time to help us learn more about how our government works.

Students of the Week

Central Elementary School students of the week for May 17, 2010 are; Javier, Lorena, Gabriella, Isaiah, not pictured Shane.

Students of the Month

Student of the Month for April are; Zachary, Alejandro, Raymond, Jennifer, and Jonathan.

Mental Health Awareness Project

The Art Show held at Central Elementary School in Lordsburg, NM was the culmination of the Mental Health Awareness Project which the 6^th graders participated in. The aim of the project was to use art to teach the children about depression and mental illness. The hope was to also decrease negative attitudes toward mental illness (stigma) in the community. During the program, the children expressed their thoughts and emotions through art and they also met and talked with Douglas Fraser, a person who has had mental illness and is now living successfully.

The art show was well received and attended.

Students of the Week

Students of the week for May 10, 2010 Central Elementary are; Rajeshwar, Gabriel, Jacob, Yadalis, and Jennifer.

Way to go!!!

HATCH ACOUSTICAL ENSEMBLE AND CHOIR

HATCH VALLEY HIGH SCHOOLS ACOUSTICAL ENSEMBLE AND CHOIR
Came to perform for the 4th, 5th and 6 grade students. Also Lordsburg high schools band attended this 1st annual tour for Hatch Valley High. Hatch High Music is directed by Mr. Kuncel. They will be performing in Wilcox and Phoenix also. We are very proud of our Lordsburg Students for listening and showing respect.

MAP Testing Resumes

Student of the week

Central Elementary School Student of the week for April 26, 2010 are; Christopher, Daniel, Emmanuel, and Danielle.

Student of the Week

Student of the week of April 19, 2010 for Central Elementary are; Victoria, Raymond, Jennifer, Veronica, and Cameron.

Students of the Month for March

Students of the month for March from Central School are; Isis, Mikayla, Joseph, Clarissa, Not pictured is Brianna.

All A's Honor Roll

Central’s All A Honor Roll Third nine weeks are; Maya, Ashley, Taylor, Orion, Johnny, Jaime, Jasmine, and Cecilia.

Student of the Week

Central Elementary Student of the Week of April 12, 2010 are; Santos, Orion, Kaitlin, and Fabian.

Student of the Week

Central Elementary Student of the Week of April 5, 2010 are; Alejandro, Randy, Vanessa, Adrian and not pictured is Tristyn.

Students of the Week

Students of the week of March 29, 2010 are; Deziree, Destiny, Rajeshwar, Adam and not pictured Noah.

Honor Roll

Central Elementary School Honor Roll
Third Nine Weeks 2009-2010

5th Grade

Mrs. Montes' Class

All A

Jaime Artiaga
Johnny Plowman

A and B
Alejandro Estrada
Brianna McDonald
Gabriella Olivas

Mrs. Ibarra's Class

All A
Cecilia Acosta
Ashley Arambula
Maya Olivas

A's & B's
Jacob Esquivel
Brianna Montoya
Vanessa Pantoja
Raymond Saucedo
Breaon Young

Ms. Grijalva's Class

All A
Jasmine Torres

A & B
Alex Bennefield
Vivianna Gutierrez
Jennifer Saenz



6th Grade

Mr. Acosta's Class

All A
Taylor Gandara

A's & B's
Emily Dominguez
Ahren Higginbotham

Honorable Mention
Eric Artiaga
Micayla Chavez
April DeLaGarza
Jennifer Gonzalez
Kaitlin Hackworth
Yadilis Martinez
Rajeshwar Raja
Emma Salinas
Micheal Tarango
Isaiah Torres
Dakota Ulibarri

Mr. Gordon's Class

All A
Orion Moreno

A's & B's
Kayci Alvarez
Marco Arvizo
Veronica Eckert
Lorena Gandarilla
Isis Salyers

Honorable Mention
Jonathon Cruz

2010 Census

Census date, April 1^st. There are only 10 questions on the Census questionnaire. Parents PLEASE fill it out and send it back immediately so that Hidalgo County can be properly represented. Information from the Census data will be used to determine the distribution of more than 400 billion dollars in public funds, so an accurate count of our community is important. Student activities and information regarding the Census can be found at: http://www.census.gov/schools/ and general information at: http://2010.census.gov/2010census/.

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IMPORTANT DATES

March

12 Dr. Baca at Leadership Workshop (PLC Dr. Many)

14 Daylight Savings Begins

15-19 Spring Break

March 30-April 21 New Mexico State Testing (SBA)

April

01 Census Day

02 Good Friday (No School)

14 SLI

22 Progress Reports

26-May 21 MAP Testing Window Three

29 Fishing Clinic for 3^rd Grade

30 Fishing Trip 3^rd Grade

May

3 Schools’ Orientation for Transitioning Students

6 Sixth Grade Field Trip Tucson

7 District In-service

12 SLI

13 Central Music Program

14 Fifth Grade Field Trip Tombstone

14 Math & Science Day (Southside)

18 Awards Assembly – Southside 6:00-6:30 pm; Central 6:30-7:00 pm

19, 20, 21 Van of Enchantment

28 Last Day of School

31 Memorial Day Holiday

Students of the Month for February

Student of the month at Central for February are; Ramon, Vanessa, Emily, Natividad, Not Pictured Vanessa.

Students of the Week

Students of the week for March 8, 2010 At Central were; Vivianna, Zenaida, April, and Maya, Not pictured Angela.