Our 21st CCLC After School Club, Kindhearted Kids is off to a wonderful start at DDB! ❤️
Each student received a special stuffed animal friend to care for, helping them practice kindness, responsibility, and compassion. By taking care of their new buddy, students are learning what it means to be gentle, thoughtful, and kind to others every day.
We love seeing our Kindhearted Kids show such big hearts with their little friends! 🧸✨
#21stCCLC #AfterSchoolClubs #KindheartedKids #CharacterCounts #DDB #cocsd #cottonwoodoakcreekschools #drdanielbright #21stCenturyclubs
The rhythm is already going strong at DDB! 👞✨
Our 21st CCLC After School Clubs Tap Dance Club for Beginners is officially underway, and students are having a blast learning the basics of tap, building rhythm, and making music with their feet. 🎶
This club is all about confidence, coordination, and creativity in a fun, supportive after-school space—no prior dance experience required. We love seeing our dancers grow one step at a time!
#DDB #21stCCLC #AfterSchoolClubs #TapDance #BeginnerTap #AfterSchoolFun #ddb #cocsd #cottonwoodoakcreekschools #drdanielbright #21stCenturyclubs
🏐 Falcon Athletic Update! 🦅
First HOME Volleyball Game Today! 🎉
Come out and cheer on our Lady Falcons as they take the court for their first home game of the season against Beaver Creek! Let’s pack the stands and show our girls some Falcon pride! 💙🦅
🏐 B-Team: 4:00 PM
🏐 A-Team: 5:00 PM
📣 Come cheer loud and support our Lady Falcons!
Let’s go, Falcons! 🦅💙🏐
First HOME Volleyball Game Today! 🎉
Come out and cheer on our Lady Falcons as they take the court for their first home game of the season against Beaver Creek! Let’s pack the stands and show our girls some Falcon pride! 💙🦅
🏐 B-Team: 4:00 PM
🏐 A-Team: 5:00 PM
📣 Come cheer loud and support our Lady Falcons!
Let’s go, Falcons! 🦅💙🏐
🏐 Falcon Athletic Update!
It’s GAME DAY! 🦅🏐
Our Lady Falcons are hitting the road today as they travel to Sedona to take on the Scorpions in their first volleyball games of the season!
📍 Sedona Red Rock Jr. Sr. High School
995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd.
Sedona, AZ 86336
🏐 B-Team: 4:00 PM
🏐 A-Team: 5:00 PM
🚨 Transportation Reminder:
Transportation will be provided to Sedona, but parents/guardians will need to pick up their athletes in Sedona following the games. We DO NOT have transportation back to Dr. Daniel Bright.
If your child will be riding home with another family, they must bring a note signed by their parent/guardian giving permission to ride with that family.
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Lady Falcons as they kick off the season! 🦅💪🏐
GO FALCONS! 💙🦅
It’s GAME DAY! 🦅🏐
Our Lady Falcons are hitting the road today as they travel to Sedona to take on the Scorpions in their first volleyball games of the season!
📍 Sedona Red Rock Jr. Sr. High School
995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd.
Sedona, AZ 86336
🏐 B-Team: 4:00 PM
🏐 A-Team: 5:00 PM
🚨 Transportation Reminder:
Transportation will be provided to Sedona, but parents/guardians will need to pick up their athletes in Sedona following the games. We DO NOT have transportation back to Dr. Daniel Bright.
If your child will be riding home with another family, they must bring a note signed by their parent/guardian giving permission to ride with that family.
Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Lady Falcons as they kick off the season! 🦅💪🏐
GO FALCONS! 💙🦅
💙🦅 Character Strong: Kindness Starts Small! 🦅💙
Our kindergarten Falcons are already learning that kindness can make a BIG difference! 🌟
Our young learners talked about how we can greet others with kindness and help people feel welcomed, cared for, and special. We practiced kind greetings like hugs, high-fives, waves, smiles, and saying hello! 🤗🙌👋😊
We love watching our littlest Falcons discover that even the smallest acts of kindness can make someone’s day brighter. 💙
Kindness starts small… but its impact can be BIG! 🌈✨
#CharacterStrong #KindnessMatters #KindnessStartsSmall #DrDanielBright #FalconPride 🦅
Our kindergarten Falcons are already learning that kindness can make a BIG difference! 🌟
Our young learners talked about how we can greet others with kindness and help people feel welcomed, cared for, and special. We practiced kind greetings like hugs, high-fives, waves, smiles, and saying hello! 🤗🙌👋😊
We love watching our littlest Falcons discover that even the smallest acts of kindness can make someone’s day brighter. 💙
Kindness starts small… but its impact can be BIG! 🌈✨
#CharacterStrong #KindnessMatters #KindnessStartsSmall #DrDanielBright #FalconPride 🦅
Proposed Improvements at Dr. Daniel Bright School
Proposed capital bond projects at Dr. Daniel Bright School include lighting, parking lot and asphalt work, sidewalk safety repairs, HVAC and roofing repairs, well and septic systems, a public address system, safe and secure entry access and network infrastructure. Proposed bond investment: $6,700,000.
Estimated tax rate of $0.43 per $100 of net assessed valuation.
Learn more at www.cocsd.us
Falcon Athletic Update:
Cross Country practice will begin Monday, August 17th.
Cross Country is open to 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade girls and boys.
Practices will take place on Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays from 3:30 - 4:30.
Please wear comfortable shoes/clothes and bring water!
If you have any questions reach out to Mr. Sandoval.
csandoval@cocsd.k12.az.us
Good afternoon, Amazing DDB Families!
A new adventure is taking flight at Dr. Daniel Bright School, and we can't wait to share it with you!
We are thrilled to invite you to our Falcons Beyond the Bell After School Program Parent Information Meeting!
📅 Tuesday, August 11
🕠 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
🍽️ Dinner will be provided!
This year, our after-school program has been completely reimagined and rebranded as Falcons Beyond the Bell—a place where learning doesn't end when the school bell rings. It's where our Falcons will learn, explore, grow, and soar!
We are incredibly excited about the future of Falcons Beyond the Bell and the amazing opportunities it will provide for our students and families.
We hope you'll join us on Tuesday, August 11, from 5:30–6:30 PM. Come hungry, enjoy dinner with us, and be among the first to hear about everything Falcons Beyond the Bell has to offer!
Together, we'll learn, explore, grow, and soar... Beyond the Bell!
With Falcon Pride,
A new adventure is taking flight at Dr. Daniel Bright School, and we can't wait to share it with you!
We are thrilled to invite you to our Falcons Beyond the Bell After School Program Parent Information Meeting!
📅 Tuesday, August 11
🕠 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
🍽️ Dinner will be provided!
This year, our after-school program has been completely reimagined and rebranded as Falcons Beyond the Bell—a place where learning doesn't end when the school bell rings. It's where our Falcons will learn, explore, grow, and soar!
We are incredibly excited about the future of Falcons Beyond the Bell and the amazing opportunities it will provide for our students and families.
We hope you'll join us on Tuesday, August 11, from 5:30–6:30 PM. Come hungry, enjoy dinner with us, and be among the first to hear about everything Falcons Beyond the Bell has to offer!
Together, we'll learn, explore, grow, and soar... Beyond the Bell!
With Falcon Pride,
Falcon Athletic Update:
Flag football try-outs will begin on Monday, August 10th. Try-Outs start at 3:30 pm on the soccer field and are open to 6th,7th & 8th grade boys and girls. Reach out to Mr. Sandoval if you have any questions!
csandoval@cocsd.k12.az.us
Flag football try-outs will begin on Monday, August 10th. Try-Outs start at 3:30 pm on the soccer field and are open to 6th,7th & 8th grade boys and girls. Reach out to Mr. Sandoval if you have any questions!
csandoval@cocsd.k12.az.us
✨ Calling All COCSD Teachers! ✨
Do you have a creative idea that could make an even bigger impact in your classroom? Happy Futures Inc. wants to help make it happen!
Happy Futures is now accepting applications for Educational Impact Projects, providing grants of $300–$500 to support innovative classroom projects, materials, and learning experiences that go beyond the district's regular budget.
From STEM equipment and classroom technology to specialized learning materials and hands-on projects, these grants have helped bring incredible opportunities to our students.
📅 Applications Open: August 1
📅 Deadline to Apply: August 31
📧 Submit to: happyfuturesinc@gmail.com
📬 Or send through interoffice mail to the District Office, Attention: Trish Winters.
If you've been waiting for the opportunity to bring a new idea to life, this is it! We encourage every COCSD teacher to apply and let Happy Futures help turn your vision into a reality for students.
💙 Together, we're creating brighter futures—one classroom at a time.
#COCSD #HappyFutures #EducationalImpact #TeacherGrants #InnovationInEducation #EveryStudentEveryDay
🎉📚 What a Fantastic First Day of School! 🚌💙
Our students kicked off an amazing new school year yesterday, and we couldn't be more grateful for the incredible community partners who helped make it a safe and successful start.
As part of the Safe Stop Coalition program, the Cottonwood Police Department had three officers following school buses throughout our routes to help protect students by watching for drivers who fail to stop when bus stop signs are extended.
A heartfelt thank you to Chief Freudenthal and the dedicated officers of the Cottonwood Police Department for your commitment to keeping our children safe. Your partnership, visibility, and dedication give our students and families peace of mind as they begin each school day.
Here's to a year filled with learning, growth, and success—and thank you to everyone who helps keep our COCSD students safe every step of the way! 🍎✨
#COCSD #FirstDayOfSchool #SafeStopCoalition #CommunityStrong #StudentSafety #ThankYouCottonwoodPD
🦅 FALCON ATHLETICS – FALL SPORTS UPDATE 🦅
Welcome Back, Falcons!
We're excited to kick off another great season of Falcon Athletics at Dr. Daniel Bright School! Check out our fall sports opportunities and important registration information below.
🏐 Volleyball
Tryouts Begin: Monday, August 3
Teams:
A Team: 7th & 8th Grade Girls
B Team: 5th & 6th Grade Girls
🏈 Flag Football (Co-Ed)
Tryouts Begin: Monday, August 10
Who Can Participate:
6th, 7th & 8th Grade Students
👟 Cross Country
Season Begins: Monday, August 17
Who Can Participate:
5th, 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Students
✅ Before You Can Participate
All student-athletes must complete the following before participating:
✔ Athletic Packet Submitted
✔ Current Sports Physical on File
✔ $60 Participation Fee (required for each sport)
No student may participate until all requirements have been completed.
💙 Need Financial Assistance?
If the $60 participation fee creates a hardship for your family, please ask about our LISA Program, which helps eligible families with school supplies and athletic participation costs.
AZLISA.ORG
Questions?
Please contact:
Carson Sandoval
P.E. Teacher | Athletic Director
📧 csandoval@cocsd.k12.az.us
Let's make it a great Falcon season! Go Falcons! 🦅
Welcome Back, Falcons!
We're excited to kick off another great season of Falcon Athletics at Dr. Daniel Bright School! Check out our fall sports opportunities and important registration information below.
🏐 Volleyball
Tryouts Begin: Monday, August 3
Teams:
A Team: 7th & 8th Grade Girls
B Team: 5th & 6th Grade Girls
🏈 Flag Football (Co-Ed)
Tryouts Begin: Monday, August 10
Who Can Participate:
6th, 7th & 8th Grade Students
👟 Cross Country
Season Begins: Monday, August 17
Who Can Participate:
5th, 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Students
✅ Before You Can Participate
All student-athletes must complete the following before participating:
✔ Athletic Packet Submitted
✔ Current Sports Physical on File
✔ $60 Participation Fee (required for each sport)
No student may participate until all requirements have been completed.
💙 Need Financial Assistance?
If the $60 participation fee creates a hardship for your family, please ask about our LISA Program, which helps eligible families with school supplies and athletic participation costs.
AZLISA.ORG
Questions?
Please contact:
Carson Sandoval
P.E. Teacher | Athletic Director
📧 csandoval@cocsd.k12.az.us
Let's make it a great Falcon season! Go Falcons! 🦅
📚🎉 Dr. Daniel Bright School Open House 🎉📚
The countdown to a new school year is on, and we can't wait to welcome our Falcon families back to campus!
Join us for our Open House on Tuesday, July 28th, from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. This is a great opportunity for students and families to:
✏️ Meet your teacher
🚌 Get transportation information
🎒 Learn about school supplies for the upcoming year
🦅 Connect with our PTA and discover ways to get involved
🏫 Visit classrooms and become familiar with the school before the first day
Whether you're a returning Falcon family or joining us for the first time, we look forward to seeing you and helping you get ready for a fantastic school year!
Tuesday, July 28th
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Dr. Daniel Bright School
Let's make this our best year yet. See you at Open House! ❤️🦅
The countdown to a new school year is on, and we can't wait to welcome our Falcon families back to campus!
Join us for our Open House on Tuesday, July 28th, from 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM. This is a great opportunity for students and families to:
✏️ Meet your teacher
🚌 Get transportation information
🎒 Learn about school supplies for the upcoming year
🦅 Connect with our PTA and discover ways to get involved
🏫 Visit classrooms and become familiar with the school before the first day
Whether you're a returning Falcon family or joining us for the first time, we look forward to seeing you and helping you get ready for a fantastic school year!
Tuesday, July 28th
5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Dr. Daniel Bright School
Let's make this our best year yet. See you at Open House! ❤️🦅
🎒✏️ 2026-2027 School Supply Lists Are Available! ✏️🎒
Falcon families, it's time to start preparing for another amazing school year at Dr. Daniel Bright School!
Our 2026-2027 School Supply Lists are now available. Getting supplies early can help students start the year organized, confident, and ready to learn.
📚 Supply lists can be found on our school website and will also be available at Open House.
If you need assistance obtaining school supplies for your child, please contact the school office. We are happy to help connect families with available resources.
We are looking forward to welcoming our Falcons back for another year of learning, growth, and success!
🦅❤️ #DDBFalcons #BackToSchool #ReadyToLearn #FalconPride
Falcon families, it's time to start preparing for another amazing school year at Dr. Daniel Bright School!
Our 2026-2027 School Supply Lists are now available. Getting supplies early can help students start the year organized, confident, and ready to learn.
📚 Supply lists can be found on our school website and will also be available at Open House.
If you need assistance obtaining school supplies for your child, please contact the school office. We are happy to help connect families with available resources.
We are looking forward to welcoming our Falcons back for another year of learning, growth, and success!
🦅❤️ #DDBFalcons #BackToSchool #ReadyToLearn #FalconPride
🎒🍎 Calling All Incoming Kindergarten Families! 🍎🎒
Dr. Daniel Bright School is excited to welcome our newest students to Kindergarten Boot Camp!
📅 Monday & Tuesday, July 20–21
⏰ 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
This fun two-day experience is designed to help our incoming kindergarteners become comfortable and confident before the first day of school. Students will have the opportunity to:
✅ Meet the kindergarten teachers
✅ Explore the classroom and school campus
✅ Practice kindergarten routines and expectations
✅ Make new friends
✅ Get a feel for what a typical kindergarten day is like
The best part? No big kids will be on campus—just our incoming kindergarten students! This gives our newest Falcons a chance to become familiar with their new school in a smaller, welcoming environment.
🍳 Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
🎒 Please do not send backpacks or school supplies. These will not be needed until the first day of school on Thursday, July 30th.
We can't wait to meet our newest Falcons and help them get ready for an amazing school year at Dr. Daniel Bright School! ❤️🦅
Dr. Daniel Bright School is excited to welcome our newest students to Kindergarten Boot Camp!
📅 Monday & Tuesday, July 20–21
⏰ 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
This fun two-day experience is designed to help our incoming kindergarteners become comfortable and confident before the first day of school. Students will have the opportunity to:
✅ Meet the kindergarten teachers
✅ Explore the classroom and school campus
✅ Practice kindergarten routines and expectations
✅ Make new friends
✅ Get a feel for what a typical kindergarten day is like
The best part? No big kids will be on campus—just our incoming kindergarten students! This gives our newest Falcons a chance to become familiar with their new school in a smaller, welcoming environment.
🍳 Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
🎒 Please do not send backpacks or school supplies. These will not be needed until the first day of school on Thursday, July 30th.
We can't wait to meet our newest Falcons and help them get ready for an amazing school year at Dr. Daniel Bright School! ❤️🦅
🎲➕🧠 Math Game Day was a huge success at DDB! 📚✨
Denise Daigle and her students were overjoyed to welcome some of the incredibly generous Groovy Grannies into the classroom for a fun-filled day of learning and laughter! 💜👵🎉
From board games to brain games, everyone learned so much while playing together. The students and visitors shared smiles, teamwork, encouragement, and plenty of great memories along the way. ❤️🙌
A heartfelt THANK YOU to the Groovy Grannies for donating your time, kindness, and wisdom to make the day extra special! 🌟💐
#MathGameDay #LearningTogether #GroovyGrannies #DDB #CommunityConnections #FunWithMath #MakingMemories
🎉 Big shoutout to Coach Hill’s class!
They earned an Apex Birthday Party for being the top class with the most students logged in! Way to go!
🍩 Stay tuned for Coach Turnipseed’s class, who won a Donut Party for sharing the fundraiser information 50 times in ONE night!! Amazing effort!
If you’d like to support DDB’s Fun Run, please visit: myapexevent.com
🚀 What does it mean to LEVEL UP as a leader? ? 🤔
That’s what we’re about to learn! 💪 The Apex Team is here to bring high-energy lessons about these leadership habits to our students every day for the next two weeks leading up to our Apex Fun Run event happening on April 23rd! Get ready to grow, lead, and Level Up!
🎉It’s time to LEVEL UP! 🎉
Our @apexleadershipcompany Fun Run is now open for pledging! 🌟 It's time to show your support by donating on your student’s pledge page. Simply log in to myapexevent.com using their unique student access code found on the VIP Badge that was sent home yesterday. Check your email for daily updates from your child’s teacher and/or school. Let’s level up our support and raise funds for Direct give backs into the school! Examples include school supplies, teacher and staff appreciation events, gym and sports equipment, music and art supplies, field trips, class parties, and fun events for our families such as our Annual Fall Carnival and Thank you BBQ - strengthening the connection between families, teachers, and our community! together!
📚✨ Support Our Students at Dr. Daniel Bright School! ✨📚
Hello, community! My name is Sara Swenson, and I have the privilege of serving as the K–8 Reading Specialist at Dr. Daniel Bright School. As we prepare for the upcoming state testing season, we’re excited to rally support to help our students shine! 🌟
State testing is an important milestone, and we want to make it a positive, motivating experience. With your support, we can provide fun incentives, educational materials, and recognition awards that encourage our students to do their very best and celebrate their achievements. 🎉
We’re proud to share that our students’ growth earned us a “B” rating, placing us above average among schools in our area! 👏 In addition, we offer incredible 21st Century Clubs like bike club 🚴, archery 🏹, doll making 🧵, horse therapy 🐎, and watercolor art 🎨—giving students opportunities to explore their passions and build new skills.
At Dr. Daniel Bright, we are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, connection, and success, where students feel supported and inspired every day. ❤️
If you’d like to help us continue this momentum, we would be so grateful for your support! Donations will help us create a rewarding and encouraging testing experience for our students.
📅 Deadline to donate: April 10, 2026
📍 Donate in person at our school office or mail a check (payable to Cottonwood Oak Creek School District with Dr. Daniel Bright School in the memo) to:
1500 S. Monte Tesoro Drive
Cottonwood, AZ 86326
Thank you for supporting our students and investing in their future! 🙌📖
