This morning, we officially welcomed the newest members of the Aztec Municipal Schools team! 🐯
New Employee Orientation is an opportunity for our newest team members to connect, learn, and prepare for the school year ahead. We are excited to welcome this outstanding group of educators, support staff, and district employees as they begin their journey with the Tiger family.
Please join us in giving our newest team members a warm Aztec welcome!
We are excited for the impact they will make in our schools and community. Here's to a fantastic 2026–2027 school year!
Koogler Middle School
Koogler Middle School
Click here https://youtu.be/qQoLynlc_bo?si=vwRo5j-c2WyOnfM8 to tune in.
If your child will be 4 years old by September 1, we invite you to enroll at McCoy Avenue or Lydia Rippey. Our high-quality PreK program helps children build the academic, social, and emotional skills they need for kindergarten and beyond.
Transportation is available for students who live within Aztec Municipal School District boundaries.
For more information, please contact:
McCoy Avenue: 505-334-6861
Lydia Rippey: 505-334-2621
🐯 Tiger Afterschool Program
August 24, 2026 – May 13, 2027
📋 Registration Information
On-Site Registration Locations
Lydia Rippey Elementary
McCoy Elementary
Park Avenue Elementary
Mosaic Academy
Register in Person at One of the Following Events:
📅 Kidsfest
Date: Saturday, August 1, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📅 Tiger Summit
Date: Thursday, August 13, 2026
Time: 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Location: Fred Cook Stadium
After August 14, 2026
Families may register in person at either the:
Farmington Boys & Girls Club
Aztec Boys & Girls Club
Fall athletics are here, and we have several important updates for Aztec High School and Koogler Middle School student-athletes and families.
Healthy Roster Reminder
All student-athletes must have Healthy Roster completed before participating in tryouts, practices, workouts, or competitions. This includes a current physical and all required forms.
Healthy Roster questions: justinsegotta@aztecschools.com
AHS Football
Mandatory AHS Football practice begins today. Athletes must have Healthy Roster completed before they can participate.
Contact Coach Weaver at coltonweaver@aztecschools.com
All Other AHS Fall Sports
Mandatory practices for all high school fall sports begin Monday, August 10. Please make sure all paperwork is completed before that date so athletes do not miss practice time.
AHS Boys Soccer — 8th through 12th Grade
AHS Boys Soccer is open to eligible athletes in 8th through 12th grade. Mandatory fall practice begins August 10. Athletes must have Healthy Roster completed before participating.
Questions? Contact Coach Caleb Olson at calebolson@aztecschools.com
AHS Girls Soccer — 8th through 12th Grade
AHS Girls Soccer is open to eligible athletes in 8th through 12th grade. Mandatory fall practice begins August 10. Athletes must have Healthy Roster completed before participating.
Questions? Contact Coach Jason Miller at jasonmiller@aztecschools.com
Koogler Middle School Football
Koogler Middle School Football is looking for students ready to get involved, work hard, and be part of the Tiger football program. Parents should join the SportsYou communication app to receive team updates, schedule changes, announcements, and important information throughout the season.
KMS Football SportsYou Code: 2BC6-L958
Questions? Contact Coach Welch at johnwelch@aztecschools.com
Volleyball Tryouts
Volleyball tryouts are coming up for both Koogler Middle School and Aztec High School.
Koogler Middle School Volleyball
Tryouts are scheduled for this week. Athletes must have Healthy Roster completed before participating.
Questions? Contact Coach Cyd at cydshepard@aztecschools.com
Aztec High School Volleyball
Tryouts will be held August 10–12 from 4:00–6:00 PM at Lilly White Gym.
Questions? Contact Coach Edwards at shawnedwards@aztecschools.com
Koogler Cheer Tryouts
Koogler Cheer tryouts will be held August 17–21 from 3:30–5:30 PM in the Koogler Gym.
Athletes must have the following completed before participation:
Healthy Roster
NFHS courses
Current physical
Questions? Contact darrylespinoza@aztecschools.com or mariewelch@aztecschools.com
Golf Reminder
High school golf begins with first official practice on August 10 at 4:00 PM at Riverview Golf Course. Tryouts are scheduled for August 11 and 12.
Contact johnlaws@aztecschools.com
AHS/KMS Cross Country
Cross Country is open to eligible Aztec High School and Koogler Middle School student-athletes. Mandatory fall practices begin Monday, August 10. Athletes must have Healthy Roster completed before participating.
Questions? Contact Thomas Riddle at thomasriddle@aztecschools.com
8th Grade Playing-Up Reminder
If an 8th grader is planning to participate at the high school level, they must declare open enrollment with Jordan Graham, Athletic Coordinator at Koogler Middle School.
Contact Jordan Graham at jordangraham@aztecschools.com
Please help us start the season strong by completing all paperwork, joining team communication apps, and reaching out to coaches with sport-specific questions.
Go Tigers!
Don't let your student-athlete miss out on tryouts or the start of the season! Now is the time to reach out to our coaching staff and get connected on **sportsYOU** so you stay up-to-date with team announcements, practice schedules, and critical updates.
Find your coach's email and your sport's **sportsYOU** access code below to get connected today! 👇
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### 🏆 **HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICS**
* **Football**
* **Coach:** Colton Weaver
* **Email:** coltonweaver@aztecschools.com
* **sportsYOU Code:** `26JM-SMGU`
* **Cross Country**
* **Coach:** Thomas Riddle
* **Email:** thomasriddle@aztecschools.com
* **sportsYOU Code:** `L6AP-HU4H`
* **Volleyball**
* **Coach:** Shawn Edwards
* **Email:** shawnedwards@aztecschools.com
* **sportsYOU Code:** `ZLBG-9DEW`
* **Boys Soccer**
* **Coach:** Caleb Olson
* **Email:** calebolson@aztecschools.com
* **sportsYOU Code:** `CR4N-CVR6`
* **Girls Soccer**
* **Coach:** Jason Miller
* **Email:** jasonmiller@aztecschools.com
* **sportsYOU Code:** `NBJ2-CNHC`
* **Cheer & Dance**
* **Coach:** Sarah Cruz
* **Email:** sarahcruz@aztecschools.com
* **Cheer sportsYOU Code:** `8TR7-F2R2`
* **Dance sportsYOU Code:** `RHBUUDBV`
* **Boys Basketball**
* **Coach:** Matt Melvin
* **Email:** mattmelvin@aztecschools.com
* **sportsYOU Code:** `HS7M-6X4J`
* **Girls Basketball**
* **Coach:** Kenny Adams
* **Email:** kennyadams@aztecschools.com
* **sportsYOU Code:** `5Y4B-S8MK`
* **Wrestling**
* **Coach:** Levi Stout
* **Email:** levistout@aztecschools.com
* **Wrestling sportsYOU Code:** `RWCQ-M4J5`
* **JR Wrestling sportsYOU Code:** `PTMC-XAR2`
* **Track & Field**
* **Coach:** Laila Mitchell
* **Email:** lailamitchell@aztecschools.com
* **sportsYOU Code:** `ZMUD-FNPS`
* **Baseball**
* **Coach:** Colter Faverino
* **Email:** colterfaverino@aztecschools.com
* **Softball**
* **Coach:** Josh French
* **Email:** joshfrench@aztecschools.com
* **Golf**
* **Coach:** John Laws
* **Email:** johnlaws@aztecschools.com
* **Athletic Training Aides**
* **sportsYOU Code:** `FLLY-WQAT`
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### 🏫 **KOOGLER MIDDLE SCHOOL (KMS) ATHLETICS**
* **KMS Football:** John Welch — johnwelch@aztecschools.com
* **KMS Girls Basketball:** John Welch — johnwelch@aztecschools.com
* **KMS Volleyball:** Cyd Shepard — cydshepard@aztecschools.com
* **KMS Cross Country:** Joseph Kresl — josephkresl@aztecschools.com
* **KMS Wrestling:** Nicholas Pacheco — nicholaspacheco@aztecschools.com
* **KMS Track & Field:** Josh Curry — joshcurry@aztecschools.com
* **KMS Cheer:** Darryl Espinoza — darrylespinoza@aztecschools.com
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### 📋 **ATHLETIC DEPARTMENT & SUPPORT STAFF**
* **Athletic Trainer:** Justin Segotta — justinsegotta@aztecschools.com
* **Athletic Secretary:** Loni Story-House — lonistoryhouse@aztecschools.com
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📲 **HOW TO JOIN SPORTSYOU:**
1. Download the free **sportsYOU** app on iOS or Android (or visit [sportsyou.com](https://www.sportsyou.com)).
2. Create your account.
3. Tap **"Join Team/Group"** and enter your sport's access code!
Let's make it a great season! Go Tigers! 🐅🖤💛
Aztec Boys Soccer players and parents are invited to a brief meet-and-greet meeting with Coach Caleb Olson.
🗓️ Date: July 6
⌚ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Room 109, Main Office Building at Aztec High School
Summer workouts begin July 7 and will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00–6:00 PM at Tiger East.
Players should bring:
Water bottle
Shin guards
Soccer ball
Cleats
📲 Please also join the team communication group for updates and announcements.
sportsYou Code: CR4N-CVR6
Let’s get ready for a great summer and a strong start to Aztec Boys Soccer! ⚽🐅
r☀️🏐🏀 TIGER NATION: SUMMER WORKOUTS ARE HERE! 🏃♂️🏈 ⚽️
It is time to put in the work, build the chemistry, and set the foundation for an unforgettable championship season! Summer workouts and practices officially kick off this week, starting Monday, June 1st for most of our programs.
If you want to play like a champion in the fall and winter, you have to train like one in the summer. Let’s get after it! 💪🔥
🎒 What to Bring Every Single Day:
👟 Proper workout clothes and athletic shoes
💧 A BIG bottle of water (stay hydrated!)
💯 A championship attitude and elite work ethic
🗓️ AHS Summer Practice & Workout Schedule
(Monday through Thursday unless specified)
🏃♂️ Cross Country MS and HS
Time: 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Location: Lily White Gym / Mainly Outside
⚽️ Girls Soccer (Note: Begins Monday, June 15th) 8th Grade and HS
Time: 5:30 PM
Location: AHS Weight Room
🏀 Boys Basketball MS and HS
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Lily White Gym
🏐 Volleyball MS and HS
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Lily White Gym)
Thursday: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Lily White Gym)
🤼♀️ Girls Wrestling
Time: 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM
🏈 Football HS
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Practice Field
💃 Dance — High School
Monday: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM (AHS Weight Room)
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (KMS Weight Room & Main Gym)
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (Tiger Paws Dance Room)
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (KMS Weight Room & Main Gym)
💃 Dance — Middle School
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (KMS Weight Room & Main Gym)
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (KMS Weight Room & Main Gym)
🏋️♀️ AHS Weight Room Blocks (FOR HIGH SCHOOL Athletes Only)
Need to get your lifting sessions in? Find your block below:
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Girls Block
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Boys Block
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Girls Block
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Boys Block
📝 Important Notes & Disclaimers
⚠️ Please Read: We do our absolute best to keep everything running smoothly, but human error happens and mistakes can be made! All practice days and times are subject to change based on coach availability and scheduling adjustments.
📧 Questions? If you have specific questions or need clarification on a schedule , please email AHSAthleticsMedia@aztecschools.com.
Let's make this summer count, Tigers! Tag your teammates in the comments and let’s get to work! ⚔️🐾
#GoTigers #AztecAthletics #SummerWorkouts #TigerPride #PutInTheWorkk
📚🐑 Kirtland FFA and the San Juan County Fair Board want to help encourage kids to read more this summer! ☀️
Readers who complete 20 books over the break will receive some AWESOME rewards:
🎟 One FREE child’s admission to the fair
🎡 One FREE carnival ride
🥤 One FREE drink
🔖 Plus a special agriculture fact bookmark made by Kirtland FFA!
Limited number available, will be sent on a first come first serve basis.
Forms can be picked up at:
📍 Aztec Central Office
1118 W. Aztec Blvd.
Let’s keep our kids reading all summer long! 📖✨
Tiger Paws parents and athletes, it is time to gear up for the upcoming season! Summer workouts for both Aztec High and Koogler Middle School Tiger Paws officially kick off on Monday, June 1st.
Here is everything you need to know to get ready:
📢 Important Parent Meeting
Before we get moving, we want to get everyone on the same page. Please join us for a parent meeting on day one!
📅 Date: Monday, June 1st
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
📍 Location: Lydia Rippey, Room 24
🗓️ June Workout Schedule (Starting June 1st)
High School (AHS) Tiger Paws
🔹 Monday: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM @ AHS Weight Room
🔹 Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM @ KMS Weight Room and Main Gym
🔹 Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM @ Tiger Paws Dance Room
🔹 Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM @ KMS Weight Room and Main Gym
Middle School (KMS) Tiger Paws
🔸 Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM @ KMS Weight Room and Main Gym
🔸 Thursday: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM @ KMS Weight Room and Main Gym
🔄 July Schedule Shift (Team Intensives)
Heads up! In July, our schedule will shift slightly for team intensives:
High School: Mondays will remain a Weight Room day. Tuesday through Thursday will shift to 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM at the Tiger Paws Dance Room.
Middle School: No changes! KMS will remain on Tuesdays and Thursdays at KMS.
💪 Our Focus: Summer workouts will focus on strength training, conditioning, technique, team development, and getting our athletes in peak shape for the upcoming season.
We appreciate your patience as we finalized these details. Let’s put in the work and make this an incredible season!
See you all on June 1st!
— Coach Cruz 🐯💃
#TigerPaws #AztecHigh #KooglerMiddle #SummerTraining #TigerPride
Summer training is just around the corner! Starting Monday, June 1st, the AHS weightroom will be open Monday through Thursday for all AHS students looking to level up their strength and conditioning.
Check out the daily block schedule below and find your slot:
🗓️ Daily Schedule (Monday – Thursday)
8:00 AM – 10:00 AM: Girls Block 🏋️♀️
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM: Boys Block 🏋️♂️
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM: Girls Block 🏋️♀️
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Boys Block 🏋️♂️
⚠️ IMPORTANT REQUIREMENT TO PARTICIPATE
To ensure everyone's safety and compliance, the weightroom is only open to students who have:
An up-to-date, NMAA-compliant physical.
The physical completely uploaded and approved in Healthy Roster.
Please note: If your physical is not uploaded and cleared in Healthy Roster, you will not be allowed to lift. No exceptions! Get those uploaded before June 1st so you don't miss a day.
Let’s put in the work this summer and build something great for the upcoming seasons. See you on June 1st! 💪🔥
#AHSAthletics #SummerTraining #GoAHS #GrindTogether
Aztec Municipal School District is proud to offer FREE summer meals for children throughout the summer! 🧡🖤
Healthy meals help students stay fueled, active, and ready for summer fun. 🍎🥪🥛
Help us spread the word so every child in our community has access to nutritious meals this summer. ☀️🐾
As we head into the summer months, Aztec Athletics is already gearing up for an incredible season ahead! Big things are happening behind the scenes to ensure our student-athletes are supported, conditioned, and ready to shine.
Here is a quick look at our current planning and what you can expect in the coming weeks:
📅 Summer Schedule Finalization
Tomorrow, our coaching staff is gathering for our Summer Athletic Planning Session. During this meeting, we will be locking in all summer workout schedules, weight room hours, and facility use calendars so you can plan your summer accordingly.
📱 Streamlined Communication via SportsYou
We want to ensure you get updates quickly and easily. We are currently setting up team SportsYou pages and aligning our communication vision across all sports. We know you are eager for these details, and we deeply appreciate your patience—we will be sharing all schedules and team access codes with you very soon!
📋 Coaching Staff Updates & Openings
We have some fantastic news regarding our athletic leadership! We have a phenomenal lineup of new and returning head coaches ready for the upcoming school year. Positions for Football, Cheer, and Girls Basketball are currently in the final stages of the hiring process.
With that said, we are still looking for the right leaders to take the reins of two vital programs. We are actively hiring for:
Head Cross Country Coach
Head Boys Soccer Coach
Please spread the word, share this email with anyone who might be a great fit, and help us find the perfect coaches for our athletes!
👉 View Job Descriptions & Apply Here: Aztec Schools Careers Page
Thank you all so much for your continued patience, flexibility, and unmatched support for the Aztec Athletics Program. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!
Go Aztecs!
Sincerely,
Thomas Riddle Aztec Athletics Department
This is a reminder that Parent Teacher Conferences will be held Thursday, February 26 through Friday, February 27.
Thursday, February 26 will be an early dismissal day for students:
-McCoy, Lydia Rippey, Park Avenue, and Mosaic – 12:30 PM
-Koogler Middle School – 12:35 PM
-Vista Nueva High School – 12:40 PM
-Aztec High School – 12:45 PM
Friday, February 27 is a Student Holiday – there will be no school for students.
Thank you for planning accordingly.
We look forward to seeing families at Parent Teacher Conferences.
