Mary L. Welty Elementary School

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our 2025-2026 Classified Staff Member of the Year: the incredible Ms. Michelle Heath! 🏆✨

Ms. Michelle, your unwavering dedication, heart, and support for our school community are truly invaluable. 🍎🙌 Your hard work and love for our school don't go unnoticed.🎖️👏

Thank you for your amazing service and for making a difference every single day! 💖🎉

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our 2025-2026 Teacher of the Year: Ms. Jenniffer Estrada!🎉✨🍎

Ms. Estrada’s unwavering dedication to the Welty community and the profound impact she has on every student she meets make her an invaluable heart of our school family. ❤️

Through her deep empathy and constant support, she creates a true "second home" where our learners feel seen, safe, and inspired. 🏠📚 Whether she’s helping a student or lending a hand to one of our staff members, she consistently goes above and beyond to make our school a brighter, better place for everyone. 🌟

Ms. Estrada will be representing our school at the district and county levels at their respective Teacher of the Year celebrations in August. Please join us in celebrating and congratulating the incredible Ms. Estrada! 🎊💛

At Mary L. Welty, our educators are the heartbeat of our halls. ❤️🍎This year, we are proud to launch a new tradition: the Rookie Teacher of the Year award. This honor celebrates the passion and resilience of our newest colleagues—those in their first five years of teaching—who have stepped into their roles with extraordinary dedication and a deep commitment to our students' success.✨💛

We are absolutely thrilled to name Ms. Nida Perez Mosri as our 2025-2026 Rookie Teacher of the Year! 🏆🍎

Ms. Perez Mosri, your unwavering heart for our students and your tireless dedication to the Welty community make us better every single day. You don’t just teach; you inspire. 🌟💛

Please join us in showering her with love and congratulations on this incredible achievement! 🥳💖🎊

The final scene has been shot, the cameras are off, and the reviews are coming in: Our AASA & AzSCI testing season was a blockbuster hit!🌟🎬

We are rolling out the red carpet to celebrate the incredible stars of our show—our students! Your hard work, dedication, and "award-winning" performances throughout the testing window have been nothing short of legendary. 🏆✨

🌟 The Academy Credits
A massive standing ovation goes out to:
✨Our Leading Stars (Students): For showing up and giving it your all every single day!
🎬The Directing Crew (Staff): For your tireless dedication and behind-the-scenes magic.
🎟️The Producers (Families): For your endless support and for making this production a huge success!

Now, we head into post-production while we wait for the results. We already know our students delivered Oscar-worthy performances, and we can’t wait to see their names in lights! ✨

Go Roadrunners!❤️

"Success is not just about the final score; it’s about the star power you showed along the way." 🎥✨

Our Running Club is gearing up for its second track meet! 👟

This Wednesday, April 22nd at 2:15 at Wade Carpenter Middle School, our athletes will be competing against Lincoln and Bracker. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

We are so proud of their continued hard work and can’t wait to see them "Do their Best to be the Best," and zoom to the finish line! Beep, Beep!💨Let's go cheer them on! 🎉💛

🪧Please note: There will be bus transportation available for our participants from Welty to Wade Carpenter, but students must be picked up at 4:15 pm after the meet.

National Volunteer Recognition Week is April 19 – April 25.🫶🥳

They say it takes a village, but at Mary L. Welty, we know it takes an incredible team of volunteers. As we celebrate National Volunteer Recognition Week, we want to pause and thank our amazing volunteers.❤️

To every individual who has shared their time and energy with us: Thank you! Your dedication transforms our hallways, supports our students, and makes our school feel like a true family. We are endlessly grateful for your kindness and the positive energy you bring through our doors.

A Special Shout-Out📣
While we appreciate every helping hand, we want to extend a heartfelt "thank you" to these specific volunteers for their extraordinary contributions this year:
🫶Nogales Lions Club
🫶Nogales Rotary Club
🫶Nogales Women's Club
🫶Read Across America readers
🫶Ms. Ivonne Flores
🫶Ms. Andrea Garcia
🫶Mr. Javier Garcia
🫶Ms. Sarahay Hernandez
🫶Ms. Elva Herrera
🫶Mr. German Larios
🫶Ms. Jazmin Mendoza
🫶Mr. George Silva
🫶Ms. Norma Silva

Your selfless service doesn’t just help things run smoothly—it inspires us all to give a little more.

Happy National Volunteer Recognition Week! We couldn't do this without you.❤️🫂

​Give a standing ovation to Ms. A. Lopez’s Fourth Grade Class! 🏆 ❤️ Our superstars earned a VIP Ice Cream Party for their blockbuster achievement of perfect attendance throughout AASA testing. 🍦✨️ This cast showed up every single day and delivered a five-star performance! 🎞️🌟

We are celebrating our Perfect Attendance Winners, Ms. Bonillas' fourth grade class, with the ultimate Hollywood wrap party: Ice Cream for the VIPs! 🍦🌟🎬 Thank you for being the leading stars of our school and showing up for every scene. You’re the real MVPs!✨️❤️

The reviews are in, and our students are the real headliners! ✨️❤️ To celebrate our AASA Perfect Attendance stars, we rolled out the red carpet for a Premiere Ice Cream Party for Ms. Peral’s third grade stars!🎈🍦 You didn't miss a beat (or a day!), and we celebrate your legendary commitment under the bright lights!📽🎬

Give a standing ovation to our AASA Perfect Attendance winners, Ms. Estrada’s third grade class!✨️❤️ Their award-worthy performance of being present every single day of testing, helped them earn a VIP Ice Cream Social! 🍦✨ No autographs, please—they’re just that dedicated!

🎬 And The Award For Best Attendance Goes To... 🏆 The red carpet was rolled out yesterday to honor our AASA Superstars! 🌟 We are giving a massive standing ovation to the following classes for achieving Perfect Attendance throughout their testing sessions 🌟 The A-List Headliners: Ms. Estrada’s Ensemble🎭 Ms. Peral’s Leading Stars🎬 Ms. Bonillas’ VIP's🎟️ Ms. A. Lopez’s Award-Winners💎 Our stars were celebrated yesterday with a VIP Ice Cream Social!🍦But the perks don't stop there...because they showed up and conquered the test, these students have earned full Paparazzi-ready status. 📸 These classes are officially on the "Best Dressed" list and do not have to wear uniforms all of next week!👗👕 Congratulations on giving a performance of a lifetime and being ready to conquer the AASA! 🎤 A huge thank you to our amazing "Producers" (the parents) for supporting our students and teachers behind the scenes. Keep shining like the stars you are!🌟✨🎉

📢 Every Minute Counts, Roadrunners!
Ever wondered how much a few missed days or late mornings actually add up? It’s more than you might think! 📉

Check out our new attendance guide to see the long-term impact of absences and tardiness. Whether it's 10 minutes a day or 1 day a week, consistency is the key to success.

Let’s work together to keep our students in class and on track! 🎒✨

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📢 ¡Cada minuto cuenta, Roadrunners!
¿Alguna vez se han preguntado cuánto suman realmente unos pocos días de ausencia o las llegadas tarde por la mañana? ¡Es más de lo que podrían imaginar! 📉

Consulten nuestra nueva guía de asistencia para ver el impacto a largo plazo de las ausencias y las tardanzas. Ya sean 10 minutos al día o 1 día a la semana, la constancia es la clave del éxito.

¡Trabajemos juntos para mantener a nuestros estudiantes en clase y encaminados hacia el éxito! 🎒✨

We would like to give another massive shoutout to our very own Isabela Quezada Renteria for taking home 2nd Place (Grades 3–5) in the 2026 Arbor Day Poster Contest! Organized by the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management, this competition highlights the best young artists in Arizona—and Isabela’s work truly shines. 🌲

Swipe through to see Isabela’s winning poster and the rest of the incredible entries from across the state. We are so proud of you, Isabela! 🌟👏

Huge congratulations to our incredible educators! 🎓✨ We are beaming with pride for the following teachers who are graduating this year and completing their Pathways to Teaching program at the University of Arizona 🐻❤️💙 this May: 🌟Ms. Angie Duarte 🌟Ms. Cristina Garcia 🌟Ms. Alexandra Muñoz Today, these dedicated teachers were honored with their Summa Cum Laude cords by their program coordinator, professor, and mentor, Ms. Agnew-Weil.🏅This high-honor distinction is a testament to their relentless effort, passion, and academic excellence. We are so incredibly proud of your achievements and feel so lucky to have you on our team! We can’t wait to cheer you on at graduation.

Our fabulous fourth graders have officially finished their AASA Testing World Tour! They stepped into the spotlight, stayed focused under the bright lights, and gave a performance for the ages. 📸✨

We are giving a standing ovation to our leading stars for all the hard work, dedication, and "method acting" they put into every single question. You handled the pressure like true professionals, and we couldn't be more proud to see your names in lights! 🎭🏆

Tonight’s Top Story: Perfect Attendance! 🎤✨

The paparazzi are going wild because our fourth graders achieved a sold-out show for AASA testing yesterday and today! 📸🤩 Every single student was on the red carpet for their ELA and Math tests. 🏆🎬

Huge thanks to the "Executive Producers" (our parents) for getting our stars to the set on time and ready to shine. 🌟🚐 They didn't just take the test—they stole the show! 🎭👏🔥

🏰 Hear Ye, Hear Ye! Important Ogre-mations! 🏰

Attention all residents of the Swamp! 🧅 The sun is setting on our magical programs. To keep your carriage from turning into a pumpkin, please take note of the final dates for our extracurricular adventures!

The last day for Morning Tutoring, Afterschool Tutoring, Computer Club, and the 21st Century Program is Monday, April 20th. 📜

🍄 The Final Quests for Our Clubs:
📣Cheer - Thursday, April 9th
🎶Chorus - Monday, April 27th (Chorus Field Trip to Tucson - Thursday, May 7th)
📖Reading Club - Monday, April 20th
🤖Robotics - Tuesday, April 28th (Students participating in the Robotics Tournament - Thursday, April 30th)
🏃Running Club - Wednesday, April 29th

📌Please note that there will be no bus transportation after Monday, April 20th.🚌

We want to give a massive thank you to all our families for your support in making this year a "happily ever after" success! 🌟💚

A special royal salute goes out to our incredible staff for their dedication. And a huge shout out to the legendary Ms. Dulce! 👑 She has done an amazing job ruling over our extracurricular kingdom and keeping everything running smoother than a freshly baked gingerbread man! 🍪 ✨💛

A Star-Studded Celebration for Our Fifth Graders! 🤩✨

The red carpet is officially rolled out for our magnificent fifth graders! 🌟They've successfully traversed the challenging landscapes 🏆 of AASA 📝 and AzSCI ✨ testing, showcasing the star power and dedication of true Hollywood legends. 🎬✨

We are beaming with pride 🤩 at your dazzling hard work 👏 and commitment. Congratulations, Fifth Graders! ✨🥳"

Please help us spread the word to celebrate our graduating Roadrunners!🎓✨️ Please RSVP by May 14th to mozuna@nusd.k12.az.us. We’d also love for you to attach a favorite picture of yourself from your elementary school days to share with the group!💛