Articles from November 2024

The Laveen Elementary School District hosts a Winter Festival for the community each year. The 10th annual Laveen Winter Festival is scheduled for Friday, December 6, 2024. The event runs from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the David Glasser Athletic Complex, 5001 W. Dobbins.

This year’s Winter Festival will feature obstacle courses (for both big and little kids), games, activities, student performances, photo opportunities, holiday gift vendors, food, and much more!

Admission is free. Tickets will be available for purchase for select activities. Credit cards accepted.

All proceeds benefit the Laveen Education Foundation.

Visit our Winter Festival page for more info.

Please take a look at the student performance schedule.

This Thanksgiving season, Cheatham Elementary spread joy and gratitude by giving back to the community. At morning drop-off, 65 families received free turkeys, ensuring they could enjoy a festive holiday meal with their loved ones.

This act of generosity was made possible through the incredible support of the 6×6 Brotherhood and Native New Yorker (51st & Baseline). Their dedication to our community reminds us of the power of partnership and the spirit of giving that defines the holiday season.

The smiles and gratitude shared this morning showcased the strong bond between Cheatham Elementary and the Laveen community. “We are incredibly thankful for our partners who helped make this possible,” said Ms. Kristi Pashley. “Their contributions truly make a difference in the lives of our families.”

Would you like to support programs like this in the Laveen School District? Contact our Community Engagement Department to learn how you can make an impact. Together, we can continue building a stronger, more connected community.

From all of us at Cheatham Elementary and the Laveen School District, Happy Thanksgiving!

Special thanks to 6×6 Brotherhood and Native New Yorker for their commitment to supporting our families.

Laveen’s Kids Club is now enrolling for Winter Break Camp. Camp is open to children in Grades preschool-6 and will be held December 20- January 3 at Desert Meadows School. Visit our Day Camp page for details and to register.

Read October’s issue of our school newsletter. Past issues can be found under the “About Us” tab.

October is Principal’s Appreciation Month, and we are thrilled to honor and celebrate our incredible school leader, Kristi Pashley!  At Cheatham Elementary, we recognize the vital role our principal plays in shaping the success of our students, staff, and entire school community.

Our principal leads with passion, dedication, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, ensuring that every student receives the best education possible. Whether it’s fostering a positive school culture, advocating for new initiatives, or being a constant source of support for students and staff, our principal goes above and beyond every day.

This month, we encourage everyone in our school community to take a moment to share your appreciation—whether it’s a kind word, a thank you note, or just letting our principal know how much their hard work means to you.

Let’s come together and make this Principal’s Appreciation Month extra special! Thank you, Kristi Pashley, for everything you do to make Cheatham Elementary, a fantastic place to learn and grow.

In collaboration with Global Credit Union and local branch manager, Kayla Tamayo, Cheatham recently offered essential financial literacy lessons to students across various grade levels on our campus.

• Third graders were introduced to the basics of money, learning how it works and understanding the value of saving. They even created their own savings banks to encourage early financial responsibility.
• Fifth graders took a deeper dive into how money is made, with lessons on goal-setting and budgeting to foster smart financial habits.
• Eighth graders explored advanced topics, such as saving, investing, budgeting, and insurance—preparing them for real-world money management.

These financial lessons not only teach students how to build a positive relationship with money but also promote long-term economic sustainability within our community. We are deeply thankful to Global Credit Union and other local businesses for their continued support in helping our students grow and succeed.

Each year one teacher from each school is selected to receive the district’s Excellence in Education Award. This prestigious award is given to those who attain high academic achievement for their students, provide exceptional service and leadership at their school, and make a positive difference outside of the classroom and in the community.

Congratulations to Cheatham Elementary School, Jenna Getz