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CCUSD is proud of its partnerships with numerous government agencies, higher education, businesses and community organizations. These mutually beneficial relationships have advanced the goals of the schools and their communities. Our partners have committed money, equipment, time and resources invaluable to our school and district community. Strong collaborations provide the connecting links that enable partners to commit themselves to specific goals and activities intended to benefit students. We would like to thank our partners for their commitment to public education and the Cave Creek Unified School District. |
The Employee of the Month Recognition Program is a monthly breakfast honoring six CCUSD exemplary employees each month and hosted by Dr. Tacy Ashby, Superintendent of CCUSD. It is sponsored by:
Helping Us Grow (HUG) Award is the most prestigious award given out by the Cave Creek Unified School District. The Award is sponsored by:
Anchor Awards Program is a "pat on the back" for employees to recognize and reward the ANCHOR Attributes of Attitude, Nourishment, Character, Hope with High Expectations, Open Communication and Relationships as well as Employees Expectations of Customer Service, Leadership for Learning and Professionalism. Forms are available in each school and department office. Each month winners are drawn from the nominations and win lunch for two from Rubio's Mexican Grille or a Foursome of Golf from The Boulders. The grand prize in June will be a weekend for two with breakfast and golf included at The Boulders. We are grateful to our sponsors:
The 2006-2007 United Way Campaign is the "gift that keeps on giving" for Cave Creek. This year the campaign raised $40,000 to help the community. London Gold Fine Jewelers donated $1,000 to the school that raised the most money per capita (Horseshoe Trails Elementary School) and donated a ½ carat gold and diamond heart-shaped pendant to a raffle drawing winner. We are deeply appreciative of our sponsor:
Chandler: 480-705-4191, 3100 W. Chandler Boulevard, Chandler, Arizona 85226 Scottsdale: 480-367-1717, 10441 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85253 Arrowhead: 623-979-4445 , 7311 W. Bell Road, Peoria, Arizona 85382 Website: www.londongold.com
Professional Development activities and events are held throughout the year for administrators and teachers. We are grateful to our sponsor who is dedicated to continuous improvement and assisting us with donations in many ways.
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Our Community Partners
Kiwanis Club of Carefree http://www.kiwaniscarefree.org/ Service Leadership Key Clubs Kiwanis of Carefree sponsors Key Clubs at three high schools: Cactus Shadows, Notre Dame and Pinnacle Peak. Over 200 students are involved through these three clubs. Key Club is a community service organization involving high school students - an age appropriate format of Kiwanis. They raise funds and donate money to local causes; they assist at various Kiwanis events; they facilitate blood donation clinics and participate in many community service projects. Builders Clubs Kiwanis of Carefree sponsors Builders Clubs at three middle schools: Bella Vista, Desert Arroyo and Sonoran Trails. Over 60 students are involved. Builders Club takes the Kiwanis community service format to students in grades 6 - 9. K-Kids K-Kids brings the concept of community service into the elementary schools. We sponsor three K-kids clubs in the elementary schools Black Mountain, Horse Trails, and Lone Mountain. About 60 students are involved and gain an appreciation of community service that may positively affect them for life. Key Leaders Key Leader enhances the service leadership skills in youth who have demonstrated talent in this area. Through this developmental experience, the Key Leader will learn that the most important part of service leadership comes from helping others succeed. Manny Gonzales Chair of Key Leaders and Key Club Lt. Governor, Jennifer Risz Terrific Kids Terrific Kids is an elementary school program that rewards children for character. Awards are made every month in every grade in five elementary schools. That's 225 children recognized each year with fun prizes, photo on school bulletin board, and a bumper sticker for the proud parent. The awards are based on six character traits which are promoted by CCUSD. Successful reinforcement of these traits is a result of good partnership within the community. Science Fair - http://www.kiwaniscarefree.org/public/pub_Content.aspx?Page=206 Scholarships - http://www.kiwaniscarefree.org/public/pub_Content.aspx?Page=205
Cave Creek/Carefree Rotary
About The Club Vision Statement We are an organization of business and professional persons united world wide who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build goodwill and peace in the world. Mission Statement We will devote our time, knowledge and resources to increase the opportunity of our youth in realizing their highest potential. The Carefree/Cave Creek Rotary Club has a diverse and dynamic membership of 25 great Rotarians. Our club seeks and participates in many opportunities for local, national and international involvement. Our involvement includes the following:
Musicfest 480.488.0806 Each summer the Continuing Education division of the Cave Creek Unified School District presents a "College for Kids Program" to which Arizona Musicfest adds its support. For many years, we presented a music appreciation course taught by Caroline Olshefska, a founder of Musicfest. Now, a variety of educators bring their own expertise and flavor to this popular course which teaches music terminology, along with great music based on the summer's theme. Arizona Musicfest provides funding for special projects which in the past have included students making their own raindrums, taking home a tape of the music they listened to in the course and other fun, hands-on experiences. Brummitt-Taylor Music Listening Program
A major Musicfest goal is to bring great classical music into the lives of as many school children as possible. In 2003, Musicfest began a daily classical music listening program in the elementary schools of the Cave Creek Unified School District where some 900 elementary school students listened to classical music for 5 to 10 minutes every school day. Thanks to Musicfest, teachers received copies of the Brummitt-Taylor Music Listening Program, which included a simple manual and CDs. Teachers also received CD players and training. Instrumental Music Instruction When a child in our school district demonstrates a desire to learn to play an instrument, we applaud! We believe every child should be enabled to experience the joy of learning to play an instrument. Arizona Musicfest will continue to offer scholarships to any family in need so that they may rent the proper size and style of instrument for their child/children. Live Concert Experiences
Arizona Musicfest also provides live concert experiences for older students who play musical instruments. For several years, the Arizona Musicfest Festival Orchestra has performed for instrumental and vocal students in the Cave Creek Unified School District. In addition, we present a concert by the Phoenix Youth Orchestra Symphonette just for the kids in grades 3-5. To prepare children for concerts, volunteer docents from Arizona Musicfest often visit classrooms and introduce the music and composers to the children. Music teachers take part in this effort as well. Arizona Musicfest believes that offering children the opportunity to hear live music will heighten their interest in instrumental programs and encourage them to become the concert goers of the future. In addition, Arizona Musicfest presents concerts during the year. The Young Artist Concert held at Pinnacle Presbyterian Chapel in November is free to all families, as are the Finals of our Young Musicians Competition in early April. The concerts of our annual festival in February and March are appropriate for children; tickets are $5 per child. Call the office for more information at 480-488-0806. Other Support Arizona Musicfest takes pride in helping the Cactus Shadows Band Boosters through the donations the Boosters receive from efreshments sold at intermission during our Festival and at other events. We also support the band by inviting these talented musicians to play prior to festival concerts. The Jazz Band has been a frequent guest and has received enthusiastic applause and accolades from our patrons.
Soroptimist Soroptimist International is a worldwide organization for women in management and professions, working through service projects to advance human rights and the status of women. Filling Backpacks for School kids In August, our club has a one-day retreat that includes this activity. We get backpacks and lots and lots of school supplies to put in them. We are furnished with lists from the local schools and from that we secure the variety of items we need. It's a hands-on event! We then deliver our donation to the schools.
Desert Foothills Theater http://www.desertfoothillstheater.com/
Meribeth Reeves, 480-488-1981 Presenting great theater in the Desert Foothills area for over 33 years! Performances at the Cactus Shadows Fine Arts Center; Box Office, 480-488-1981 COMING SOON: Desert Foothills Youth Theater, Providing theater education and performance opportunities for students in grades 2-8. Contact Desert Foothills Theater at 480-488-1981.
Desert Foothills Library www.desertfoothillslibrary.org/ 480-488-2286
Cave Creek/Carefree Chamber of Commerce
748 Easy St., Suite #9
Phone: (480) 488-3381
Cave Creek Museum
6140 E Skyline Dr
http://ymcadesertfoothills.org/
Desert Foothills Habitat for Humanity
Mailing Address:
Office Address
Phone: (480) 488-4693
Sonoran Arts League
480.575.6624
Paradise Valley Community College
18401 N. 32nd Street
Foothills Community Foundation Bre Ulewicz, Executive Director 480-488-1090 37417 North Tom Darlington Road, just south of Cave Creek Road
P.O. Box 5713
Office phone: 480.488.1090 Email: info@azfcf.org Programs include - Public Education Partnership which supports Community Ed and the following programs: Artist in Residency, Young Citizens Awards, Midnight Madness & Latch Free Program, Grad Night Live, and water resources education
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