BE HERE DAY RESULTS ARE IN!

On September 8, Aztec Municipal Schools joined schools across New Mexico for BeHereNM Day, a statewide initiative focused on raising awareness about the importance of school attendance and encouraging students to BE HERE.

And our Tigers showed up! 👏

Here’s how our schools did:

Koogler Middle School - 96.88%
Park Avenue Elementary - 96.21%
Aztec High School - 95.95%
Lydia Rippey Elementary - 93.75%
McCoy Elementary School - 93.73%
Vista Nueva High School - 92.47%

District-wide attendance: 95.44%!

A huge thank you to our students, families, and staff for being part of this statewide effort. And, of course, a BIG thank you to our wonderful Aztec Schools Cafeteria team for helping make Be Here Day a little sweeter with cookies!

The BeHereNM campaign reminds us that attendance is a team effort families, educators, health providers, and our community all play an important role in helping students show up and succeed.


#BeHereNM #BeHereDay #AttendanceMatters #AttendTodaySucceedTomorrow #AztecTigers

[Learn more about the BeHereNM Awareness Campaign](https://www.beherenm.org/beherenm-awareness-campaign/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)

[1]: https://www.beherenm.org/beherenm-awareness-campaign/ "BeHereNM Awareness Campaign - Be Here NM"

about 10 hours ago, Aztec Municipal School District
**Alt text:** Be Here Day results flyer for Aztec Municipal Schools, highlighting participation in the statewide BeHereNM attendance initiative. The flyer lists attendance percentages for each school: Aztec High School 95.95%, Koogler Middle School 96.88%, Lydia Rippey Elementary 93.75%, McCoy Elementary School 93.73%, Park Avenue Elementary 96.21%, and Vista Nueva High School 92.47%. District-wide attendance was 95.44%. The flyer includes Aztec Municipal School District and New Mexico Public Education Department logos, along with school-themed graphics and a thank-you message to the Aztec Schools Cafeteria team for providing cookies.
Help Vista Nueva High School Fill the Pantry!

They’re collecting donations to support the Ronald McDonald House and families in our community. Every donation makes a difference!

📍 Drop-off locations and needed items are listed below.
about 17 hours ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Flyer for Vista Nueva High School’s “Fill the Pantry” food drive, partnering with the Ronald McDonald House. Donations support families in the surrounding community. Needed items include dry noodles, rice, instant mashed potatoes, flour, sugar/brown sugar/seasonings, canned goods, silverware, personal hygiene products, tampons/pads, and toilet paper. Donations can be dropped off Saturday, September 12, from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. at the Bloomfield Farmers Market or Safeway in Aztec, or September 14–18 at Vista Nueva High School, 315 S. Ash St., Aztec, NM.
In this week's Tiger Talk, Superintendent Laws shares everything happening during an action-packed Homecoming Week, including spirit activities, athletics, crowning ceremonies, Peach Fuzz, the Homecoming Parade, Friday Night Football, and our Homecoming dances.

https://youtu.be/8WfUUXO_2bA
1 day ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Tiger Talk
Tomorrow is BE HERE DAY!

Aztec Municipal Schools is excited to join schools across New Mexico for Be Here Day on Tuesday, September 8!

After the long weekend, let’s get our Tigers ready to BE HERE, BE PRESENT & BE READY TO LEARN!

Every day matters, and your presence makes a difference.

See you Tuesday, Tigers! 🧡🖤

#BeHereDay #YourPresenceMatters #AztecTigers #AttendanceMatters
1 day ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Be Here Day flyer for Aztec Municipal Schools featuring the New Mexico Public Education Department logo, large “BE HERE DAY!” text, and the date Tuesday, September 8th. The flyer encourages students to attend school as part of a statewide attendance initiative and includes the Aztec Municipal School District tiger logo with colorful school-themed graphics.
Tuesday is going to be a little sweeter!

For Be Here Day on Tuesday, September 8th, all students will get a cookie thanks to our amazing Aztec Schools Cafeteria team! 🧡

So make sure you’re here, ready to learn, and ready to enjoy a little treat!

Be here. Be present. Be Aztec!
6 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
**Alt text:** Be Here Day flyer for Tuesday, September 8th. The flyer announces that all students will receive cookies and features a photo of the Aztec Tiger mascot holding a giant chocolate chip cookie. It includes a thank-you message to the wonderful Aztec Schools Cafeteria, along with Aztec Municipal School District and New Mexico Public Education Department logos.
BE HERE DAY is coming to Aztec Municipal Schools!

On Tuesday, September 8, we’re joining schools across New Mexico for Be Here Day, a statewide initiative focused on celebrating the importance of regular school attendance.

Every day a student is in school is another day to learn, connect, grow, and be part of their school community. We’re encouraging our students to show up, be present, and make every day count!

Aztec Tigers BE HERE! Your presence matters!

📅 Tuesday, September 8
🧡 Be present. Be connected. Be here.

#BeHereDay #YourPresenceMatters #AztecTigers #AztecMunicipalSchools #AttendanceMatters
7 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Be Here Day flyer for Aztec Municipal Schools featuring the New Mexico Public Education Department logo, large “BE HERE DAY!” text, and the date Tuesday, September 8th. The flyer encourages students to attend school as part of a statewide attendance initiative and includes the Aztec Municipal School District tiger logo with colorful school-themed graphics.
Park Avenue Families!

Check out the latest Park Avenue Elementary newsletter for upcoming events, reminders, and school updates!

📖 Read it here: https://canva.link/3tkv4yjdsv4vbs6

Have a great week, Tigers! 🐯
8 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
💙💛 MAMMA MIA HOMECOMING WEEK IS ALMOST HERE!

Get ready, Aztec! Mamma Mia Homecoming 2026 — “Our Last Summer” is happening next week, and we’ve got a full week of fun planned! ☀️🌊💃🕺

We’re putting ALL of the AHS Homecoming information in one place so you don’t have to hunt down the flyers! 👇

📅 MONDAY – 9/7
Labor Day – NO SCHOOL
BUT… the fun doesn’t stop! 😉
🏈 Powderpuff Game – 7:00 PM at Fred Cook Stadium
💲 $3 admission
🎉 There will be tailgating also!

👑 TUESDAY – 9/8 - “Gimme, Gimme, Gimme”
Dress Like Royalty! 👑
Wear a crown, bring one, grab one, or make one at the Appreciation Stations!

🏖️ WEDNESDAY – 9/9 - “Our Last Summer”
Come dressed in your favorite beach attire - floaties, goggles, beachwear and more! 🌴☀️
👑 Crowning Ceremony
🏐 Peach Fuzz Game – 7:00 PM

✨ THURSDAY – 9/10 - “Super Trouper”
Show your brightest Mamma Mia spirit! 🌟
Wear bright colors, bling, stars & sunglasses! 🕶️✨

💙🧡 FRIDAY – 9/11 - HOMECOMING!
🏫 Pep Rally at the high school
🚗 Homecoming Parade – Line up at 2:30 PM on Mesa Verde
🏈 Aztec Tigers vs. Thoreau Hawks
⏰ 7:00 PM at Fred Cook Stadium
🧡💙 Wear your orange & black and show your Tiger pride!

💃 SATURDAY – 9/12 - Dancing Queen! 👑
💙 Homecoming Dance
📍 AHS Flagpole
⏰ 8:30–11:30 PM
💲 $10 per person
All guests must receive a pass from the office.

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Everything you need for Mamma Mia Homecoming Week is right here!
8 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
A collage of Aztec High School’s Mamma Mia Homecoming Week flyers. The flyers announce Spirit Week themes for Tuesday through Thursday, Monday’s Powderpuff Game at 7 PM at Fred Cook Stadium with $3 admission, Friday’s Homecoming pep rally, parade and football game, and Saturday’s Dancing Queen Homecoming Dance from 8:30–11:30 PM at the AHS flagpole for $10 per person. The theme is “Mamma Mia: Our Last Summer,” with Greek-island-inspired graphics, orange and blue school colors, music, beach, and dancing imagery.
A collage of Aztec High School’s Mamma Mia Homecoming Week flyers. The flyers announce Spirit Week themes for Tuesday through Thursday, Monday’s Powderpuff Game at 7 PM at Fred Cook Stadium with $3 admission, Friday’s Homecoming pep rally, parade and football game, and Saturday’s Dancing Queen Homecoming Dance from 8:30–11:30 PM at the AHS flagpole for $10 per person. The theme is “Mamma Mia: Our Last Summer,” with Greek-island-inspired graphics, orange and blue school colors, music, beach, and dancing imagery.
A collage of Aztec High School’s Mamma Mia Homecoming Week flyers. The flyers announce Spirit Week themes for Tuesday through Thursday, Monday’s Powderpuff Game at 7 PM at Fred Cook Stadium with $3 admission, Friday’s Homecoming pep rally, parade and football game, and Saturday’s Dancing Queen Homecoming Dance from 8:30–11:30 PM at the AHS flagpole for $10 per person. The theme is “Mamma Mia: Our Last Summer,” with Greek-island-inspired graphics, orange and blue school colors, music, beach, and dancing imagery.
A collage of Aztec High School’s Mamma Mia Homecoming Week flyers. The flyers announce Spirit Week themes for Tuesday through Thursday, Monday’s Powderpuff Game at 7 PM at Fred Cook Stadium with $3 admission, Friday’s Homecoming pep rally, parade and football game, and Saturday’s Dancing Queen Homecoming Dance from 8:30–11:30 PM at the AHS flagpole for $10 per person. The theme is “Mamma Mia: Our Last Summer,” with Greek-island-inspired graphics, orange and blue school colors, music, beach, and dancing imagery.
A collage of Aztec High School’s Mamma Mia Homecoming Week flyers. The flyers announce Spirit Week themes for Tuesday through Thursday, Monday’s Powderpuff Game at 7 PM at Fred Cook Stadium with $3 admission, Friday’s Homecoming pep rally, parade and football game, and Saturday’s Dancing Queen Homecoming Dance from 8:30–11:30 PM at the AHS flagpole for $10 per person. The theme is “Mamma Mia: Our Last Summer,” with Greek-island-inspired graphics, orange and blue school colors, music, beach, and dancing imagery.
A collage of Aztec High School’s Mamma Mia Homecoming Week flyers. The flyers announce Spirit Week themes for Tuesday through Thursday, Monday’s Powderpuff Game at 7 PM at Fred Cook Stadium with $3 admission, Friday’s Homecoming pep rally, parade and football game, and Saturday’s Dancing Queen Homecoming Dance from 8:30–11:30 PM at the AHS flagpole for $10 per person. The theme is “Mamma Mia: Our Last Summer,” with Greek-island-inspired graphics, orange and blue school colors, music, beach, and dancing imagery.
A collage of Aztec High School’s Mamma Mia Homecoming Week flyers. The flyers announce Spirit Week themes for Tuesday through Thursday, Monday’s Powderpuff Game at 7 PM at Fred Cook Stadium with $3 admission, Friday’s Homecoming pep rally, parade and football game, and Saturday’s Dancing Queen Homecoming Dance from 8:30–11:30 PM at the AHS flagpole for $10 per person. The theme is “Mamma Mia: Our Last Summer,” with Greek-island-inspired graphics, orange and blue school colors, music, beach, and dancing imagery.
Fundraiser forms are going home with McCoy Avenue students today! Be sure to check those backpacks. 😊

Orders are due back September 11th, and everything will be ready for pickup during October Parent-Teacher Conferences.

Thank you for supporting our McCoy Tigers and helping make this fundraiser a success!
11 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
McCoy Elementary students gather in the gym as staff share information about the school’s fundraiser. Students sit together and listen during the fundraiser kickoff.
McCoy Elementary students gather in the gym as staff share information about the school’s fundraiser. Students sit together and listen during the fundraiser kickoff.
McCoy Elementary students gather in the gym as staff share information about the school’s fundraiser. Students sit together and listen during the fundraiser kickoff.
Aztec Board of Education - Working Meeting - September 3, 2026 @ 5:00 P.M.
12 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Aztec Board of Education - Working Meeting - September 3, 2026 @ 5:00 P.M.
Aztec Board of Education - Working Meeting - September 3, 2026 @ 5:00 P.M.
Aztec Municipal Schools - Regular Board Meeting - September 3, 2026 @ 6:00 P.M.
12 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Aztec Board of Education - Regular Board Meeting - September 3, 2026 @ 6:00 P.M.
Aztec Board of Education - Regular Board Meeting - September 3, 2026 @ 6:00 P.M.
Save the Date! Vista Nueva High School Class Of 2027. Graduation May 25, 2027 @ 6:00 P.M.
Graduation will take place at Henderson Fine Arts Theatre - San Juan College - Farmington, New Mexico
14 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Save The Date! Vista Nueva High School Class of 2027

This week, Superintendent Laws celebrates a successful first week of school and recognizes the staff, students, families, and community members who made it possible. She also shares upcoming AHS athletic events and challenges everyone to thank someone who helped make the first week a positive one.

Our True North is student success, and we are excited about the direction we are heading together!

Go Tigers!

https://youtu.be/1ow0l8x0lYw

15 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Tiger Talk
The votes are in...

Say hello to Clutch, our new Aztec Tiger mascot! We had so much fun seeing all the name suggestions and votes come in. Thank you to everyone who took the time to help give our Tiger his name!

Welcome to the Aztec Tiger family, Clutch! 🐯
15 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
A graphic announcing the name of Aztec Municipal Schools’ new tiger mascot, Clutch. The design features a photo of the tiger mascot on a football field, the words “Meet Clutch,” orange, black, and white tiger-themed graphics, and a message thanking everyone who voted. A second photo shows Clutch at a football game. The bottom reads, “Welcome to the team, Clutch!"
Just a quick reminder for our PAES, MCES, LRES & KMS families!

Our after-school program will officially start Monday, August 31st.

If your child is already registered, they are welcome to attend the Aztec Boys & Girls Club this week.

Thank you for your patience while we get everything ready! We’re excited to get this new partnership up and running and can’t wait to see everyone next week!
16 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Reminder for PAES, MCES, LRES, and KMS families that after-school programming will begin Monday, August 31. Registered students are welcome to attend the Aztec Boys & Girls Club during the week of August 24 while they wait for the school-based program to begin. The message thanks families for their patience and shares excitement about the new partnership.
🧡🖤 This Weekend in Tiger Athletics! 🖤🧡

It’s a big weekend for Aztec Athletics, and we need Tiger Nation out supporting our student-athletes!

⚽ AHS Girls Soccer
Taos Tournament
Friday–Saturday | Aug. 21–22

🏐 AHS Volleyball
East Mountain Tournament
Friday–Saturday | Aug. 21–22

🏈 Friday Night Lights
AHS Football vs. Bayfield
📅 Friday, Aug. 21
⏰ 7:00 PM
📍 Fred Cook Memorial Stadium

🔥 Reminder: All Aztec students and teachers get in FREE to the football game!

Come pack the stands, bring the energy, and show out for our Tigers all weekend long.

Schedules are subject to change.

🐅 Go Tigers! 🐅
19 days ago, Thomas Riddle
AHS Athletics
HELP US NAME OUR MASCOT!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the Tiger Summit and submitted name ideas for our new Tiger! The community spoke, and we’ve narrowed it down to our Top 3 finalists!

Now it’s your turn to help us choose!

The three finalist names will be revealed when you open the voting form. Cast your vote and help us choose our Tiger’s official name!

Use the QR code or the link below:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1nmf4gG57UlauWfEIqk-_FQdkuTsbuS5fXGTxr2Xo2B4/edit

The winning name will be revealed tomorrow night at the football game! 🏈
20 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Aztec Municipal Schools mascot naming flyer featuring an orange-and-black tiger mascot and the headline “Name Our Mascot!” The flyer thanks the community for submitting name ideas at the Tiger Summit and announces that the top three finalists have been selected. It invites students, staff, families, and community members to scan the QR code or vote online to choose the Tiger’s official name. The winning name will be announced at tomorrow night’s football game.
Come check out San Juan College East!

We’re excited to welcome our Aztec and surrounding communities back for the Fall and Spring semesters! Please see our attached business hours and stop by to see what we have to offer.

Computer labs
Study areas
San Juan College classes
Tutoring and student support
If you’re thinking about taking San Juan College classes—or just want to learn more about your options—SJC East is a great place to start, right here in your own backyard!

Come see us, check us out, and discover how San Juan College can help you reach your goals. We look forward to seeing you this semester and next! 💜

San Juan College East — Your community. Your college. Your future.
20 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
San Juan College East Campus flyer announcing evening hours and student support beginning August 24. The campus is open Monday through Thursday from 4–8:30 p.m. and offers quiet study space, computer and printer access, tutoring, and academic support. Tutoring is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4–8 p.m., both in person and online. Contact 505-334-3831 for more information.
San Juan College East Campus tutoring lab hours flyer. Tutoring is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4–8 p.m., both in person and online, with Zoom drop-in support. Tutoring begins August 24. Contact 505-334-3831 for more information.
San Juan College East is now offering a 12-week college course that is OPEN TO THE COMMUNITY!
This is a great opportunity to earn college credit, strengthen your writing skills, and take a college course close to home.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Sign up today before the class fills!
20 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Flyer for San Juan College East advertising Fall Term 2026 ENGL-1110-5010, G-Composition I. The course meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00–5:25 p.m. from September 21 through December 15, 2026, at SJC East. The flyer highlights engaging instruction, a flexible schedule, affordable tuition, and a pathway to personal and career goals. It includes San Juan College East contact information and a yellow “Enroll Today!” callout.
Mamma Mia - HOCO’s here again!

Homecoming Week is coming up September 7 - 12, and we’ve got a fun week planned! From dress-up days and games to the parade, football game, and Homecoming Dance, there’s a little something for everyone.

Here’s the full schedule so you can plan ahead!
20 days ago, Aztec Municipal School District
Aztec High School Homecoming 2026 schedule with a “Mamma Mia, HOCO’s here again!” theme. The flyer lists events and dress-up themes for September 7–12, including Powderpuff, Gimme Gimme Gimme, Our Last Summer, Super Trouper, Winner Takes It All, and Dancing Queen. The design features blue-and-white Mediterranean tile, lemons, flowers, crowns, flip-flops, a camera, disco ball, and Aztec Tiger colors.