REMINDER: SCHOOL IS IN SESSION TODAY! Good morning, Sacaton Families! Just a friendly reminder that we DO have school today, Friday, November 13! Since schools were closed on Wednesday in observance of Veterans Day, today is a regular school day. Microsoft 365 Update: Our district is also experiencing email disruptions due to a national Microsoft outage. Emails are delayed or unavailable. If you need assistance, please call your child’s school directly. We look forward to seeing our students today! Sacaton Elementary School District #18 Engage • Embrace • Contribute
2 days ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
🌟 Celebrating our STAR Students! 🌟
Congratulations to Sacaton Middle School’s October 2026 Students of the Month! Your hard work, positive choices, and Brave spirit make us proud. Keep shining and leading the way! 💙🏅
#BEBRAVE #SacatonMiddle #SacatonStrong #SESD18 #SacatonBraves #HCA
3 days ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
🌟 Celebrating our STAR Students! 🌟
Congratulations to Sacaton Elementary School’s October 2026 Students of the Month! Your hard work, positive choices, and Brave spirit make us proud. Keep shining and leading the way! 💙🏅
#BEBRAVE #SacatonElementary #SacatonStrong #SESD18 #SacatonBraves #HCA
3 days ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Friendly Reminder, SESD Families: We WILL have school on Friday, November 13, to make up for the Veterans Day holiday on Wednesday, November 11.
Please plan accordingly. We look forward to seeing our students on Friday, 11/13!
3 days ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Happy Veterans Day!
Sacaton Elementary School District #18 proudly honors all veterans, especially those within our Gila River Indian Community, for their courage, sacrifice, and service to our country.

Reminder: NO school on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.
Thank you to all who have served!
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #SacatonSchools
4 days ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
SACATON TRANSPORTATION: Due to heavy rains and muddy road conditions, school buses will travel on paved roads only until further notice. Families are asked to meet their child’s bus at the nearest paved road for pick-up and drop-off. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize student safety!
13 days ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
🚌💛 Happy National School Bus Safety Week! 💛🚌

A BIG shoutout to our amazing Sacaton Elementary School District #18 Transportation Team! 🎉

Rain or shine, our bus drivers and transportation staff go the extra mile to ensure our students travel safely to and from school each day. Thank you for the miles you drive, the smiles you share, and the care you show our students! We appreciate all that you do! 💛

🛑 Let's all do our part to keep our students safe on the roads!
👏 Help us celebrate our Transportation Team by leaving a shoutout in the comments!

#SchoolBusSafetyWeek #ThankYouBusDrivers #SacatonSchools
27 days ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Reminder: Early Release Today for P/T Conferences
Students will be released early today for Parent-Teacher Conferences. Please plan accordingly for your child’s dismissal.
about 1 month ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18

This is a friendly reminder that Sacaton Elementary School District will have early dismissal TODAY, Thursday, October 15, and TOMORROW, Friday, October 16, 2026, for Parent-Teacher Conferences.
Early Dismissal Times are:
Sacaton Elementary School: 1:00 PM
Sacaton Middle School: 1:30 PM
Parent-Teacher Conferences will begin immediately following student dismissal and continue until 4:00 PM on both days.
We encourage all parents and guardians to take advantage of this important opportunity to meet with teachers, discuss their child's academic progress, and work together to support student success.
Once again, please remember that students are expected to attend school tomorrow, even though it is a partial day. Regular attendance remains important, and every school day counts!
Please make the necessary arrangements for your child's early dismissal and transportation on both days.
If you have any questions, please contact your student's building principal.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in your child's education!
INTO THE FUTURE – THE FUTURE CHANGES WHEN WE DO!

about 1 month ago, Bob Lewandowski
Reminder: Early Release Today for P/T Conferences
Students will be released early today for Parent-Teacher Conferences. Please plan accordingly for your child’s dismissal.
about 1 month ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Parent-Teacher Conferences Are THIS WEEK!

Parent-teacher conferences will be held this Thursday, October 15, and Friday, October 16. Students will have early release on both days.
Families, please contact your child’s teacher to schedule a conference. We look forward to connecting with you and discussing your child’s progress!
about 1 month ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Flu Shot Clinics Coming to Sacaton Schools!
Gila River Health Care School Health Services will be offering flu shots for our students this October!
📍 Sacaton Elementary: October 20–21
📍 Sacaton Middle: October 28–29
A signed Flu Consent Form from a parent/guardian is required. Please return completed forms to your School Nurse as soon as possible. Contact your Front Office/Nurse's Office for a consent form.

Help keep our students healthy this flu season!
about 1 month ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
AWESOME JOB to our Spirit Team on their performance at the Skyline game last night! Your performance was impressive, and you represented our school with so much energy and pride. We are SO proud of our Sacaton Braves!
about 1 month ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Fall Break Is Here!
There will be no school from Friday, October 2, through Monday, October 12. Students will return on Tuesday, October 13.
Enjoy your break, Sacaton Braves! Have fun, stay safe, and come back ready for more learning and adventures!
about 2 months ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18

💛 October is National Principals Month! 💛

We’re kicking off the month by celebrating our wonderful PRINCIPALS!
Ms. Stephanie Celis - Elementary Principal
Ms. Julianne Toepfer - Middle School Principal
Ms. Rhonda Villaverde - Middle School Assistant Principal

Thank you for leading with heart and for the care you show our students and staff every day. We appreciate all you do for our Sacaton students, staff, and community!!

Help us brighten their day! Leave a kind message in the comments, give them a call with a sweet message, or send a thoughtful email to let them know they’re appreciated!

about 2 months ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Celebrating creativity and messages of hope!

Five students from Sacaton Elementary and Sacaton Middle School were named winners in the Tribal Education Department’s (TED) “Whispers of Hope” art and poetry contest! The contest recognized September’s Suicide Prevention and Awareness Month, with more than 30 entries submitted.

Congratulations to our winners!

🏆 Sacaton Elementary — Grades 3–5
• Cecilia Morris, 5th Grade — 2nd Place
• Ky Rose Martinez, 5th Grade — 3rd Place

🏆 Sacaton Middle — Grades 6–8
• Myrikal Antone, 6th Grade — 1st Place
• Aliyanna Ruvalcaba, 6th Grade — 2nd Place
• Addison Martinez, 6th Grade — 3rd Place

Thank you to TED for recognizing our students and celebrating their creativity!
Way to go, students! We’re proud of you for sharing your voices and spreading hope!
about 2 months ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Coming Up After Fall Break: Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-teacher conferences will be held on Thursday, October 15, and Friday, October 16. Students will have early release on both days.
Families, please contact your child’s teacher to schedule a conference. We look forward to connecting with you and discussing your child’s progress!
about 2 months ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
SACATON TRANSPORTATION: Good morning, Sacaton families! Due to the rain and current road conditions, our buses will not be traveling on dirt roads today for both morning and afternoon routes. If you live along a dirt road, please meet the bus at the nearest paved road. Thank you so much for your understanding and cooperation. Please stay safe today!
about 2 months ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Math & Literacy Night Is TONIGHT! Join us at the Sacaton Elementary School Gym from 4-6 pm for fun activities, free books, giveaways, and light refreshments. See you there Braves!
about 2 months ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18
Tomorrow: Math & Literacy Night — Thursday, September 24!
Math & Literacy Night is tomorrow! Join us at the Sacaton Elementary School Gym for fun learning activities, free books, exciting giveaways, and light refreshments.
We can’t wait to enjoy a fun-filled evening with our families and community. We hope to see you there!
about 2 months ago, Sacaton Elementary School District #18