2026 Future Chefs National Challenge.
Students in grades 3–5 are invited to submit their recipes using the QR code on the flyer or by completing a recipe card, which can be picked up from the elementary school lunch clerks. The deadline for recipe submissions is Friday, February 13, 2026.
One lucky winner from each elementary school will be selected as a finalist to compete at Nogales High School on March 4, 2026.
Students in grades 3–5 are invited to submit their recipes using the QR code on the flyer or by completing a recipe card, which can be picked up from the elementary school lunch clerks. The deadline for recipe submissions is Friday, February 13, 2026.
One lucky winner from each elementary school will be selected as a finalist to compete at Nogales High School on March 4, 2026.


Today we celebrate YOU, Mr. Sowle! Thank you for your outstanding leadership behind the scoreboard and your unwavering commitment to our students, coaches, and school. We appreciate you every day—happy National Athletic Director’s Day!

NHS HOLIDAY BAND AND JAZZ ENSEMBLES CONCERT

Apache Community!
Our annual Blood Drive is next Thursday, 12/11, at Nogales High School. Book your slot today via the QR code! Donors needed! All donors under the age 18 must have prior parent consent. Parent Consent Forms available at the NHS front office.
Questions? Contact esowle@nusd.k12.az.us
Our annual Blood Drive is next Thursday, 12/11, at Nogales High School. Book your slot today via the QR code! Donors needed! All donors under the age 18 must have prior parent consent. Parent Consent Forms available at the NHS front office.
Questions? Contact esowle@nusd.k12.az.us

Apache Athletics & Activities this week!


Apaches vs. Hawks tonight in Ray Molera Gymnasium!
Tip off at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM
Grab your tickets in advance at GoFan.co!
Tip off at 5:30 PM and 7:00 PM
Grab your tickets in advance at GoFan.co!

Winter Sports Parent Meeting is tonight inside Ray Molera Gymnasium, 5:30 PM!





🎖️ Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸
Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Their commitment to protecting our freedoms inspires us all.
At Nogales High School, we are proud to recognize our veterans within our community—students, staff, parents, and alumni—who have worn the uniform and answered the call to serve.
To all veterans—thank you for your service, your strength, and your example. You remind us every day what it means to serve something greater than ourselves.
Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served our country with courage, dedication, and sacrifice. Their commitment to protecting our freedoms inspires us all.
At Nogales High School, we are proud to recognize our veterans within our community—students, staff, parents, and alumni—who have worn the uniform and answered the call to serve.
To all veterans—thank you for your service, your strength, and your example. You remind us every day what it means to serve something greater than ourselves.

Softball open field begins today! Join Coach Peralta at the softball field on Mondays and Wednesdays begining today and prepare for the upcoming spring softball season.
The 25-26 winter sports season is here! Apaches kick off this week with Girls Basketball hosting Mica Mountain Thursday night for their pre-season scrimmage, followed by our winter sports parent meeting on Friday.
Grab your tickets at GoFan.co today (Basketball)
https://gofan.co/app/school/AZ11984
Apache Gear -> https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/arizona/nogales/nogales-high-school
*More gear on it's way!
Grab your tickets at GoFan.co today (Basketball)
https://gofan.co/app/school/AZ11984
Apache Gear -> https://sideline.bsnsports.com/schools/arizona/nogales/nogales-high-school
*More gear on it's way!






Apaches!
The winter season of sport begins today! All students must be cleared by the NHS Athletic Department with an approved physical packet in order to participate in tryouts.
The winter season of sport begins today! All students must be cleared by the NHS Athletic Department with an approved physical packet in order to participate in tryouts.

Homecoming Game
NHS Apaches vs. Maricopa Rams
🏈October 24, 2025 7:00 PM
NHS Football Stadium
Livestream https://youtube.com/live/hU6yizzgp9k?feature=share
Witness the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen during the halftime show! It’s a magical moment you won’t want to miss.
NHS Apaches vs. Maricopa Rams
🏈October 24, 2025 7:00 PM
NHS Football Stadium
Livestream https://youtube.com/live/hU6yizzgp9k?feature=share
Witness the crowning of the Homecoming King and Queen during the halftime show! It’s a magical moment you won’t want to miss.

📣 APACHE NATION — IT’S HOMECOMING WEEK! 🔥🏹
Join us for a full week of games, spirit, floats, royalty, bonfire vibes, and Friday Night Lights! 💛❤️
📆 HOMECOMING WEEK SCHEDULE
👑 Theme: Decades
💫 Seniors: 60s | Juniors: 50s | Sophs: 90s | Freshmen: 80s
🎖 Grand Marshal: Ruben Verdugo
👕 SPIRIT WEEK THEMES (10/20 – 10/24)
✅ Mon – Pajama Day
✅ Tue – Soccer Mom vs. BBQ Dad
✅ Wed – Meme Day
✅ Thu – Class Shirt
✅ Fri – Apache Gear
📍 MONDAY 10/20
🏐 Girls Volleyball vs. Buena – Ray Molera Gym
⛳️ Boys Golf (Away)
📍 TUESDAY 10/21
🏈 Flag Football vs. Buena – Apache Stadium
✨ Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl “Under the Lights” Game of the Week!
🎤 Featuring reps from the Arizona Bowl & National Football Foundation
📍 WEDNESDAY 10/22
🏐 Girls Volleyball vs. Desert View – Ray Molera Gym
🏈 Fr/Soph Tackle vs. Maricopa – Apache Stadium
📍 THURSDAY 10/23
🔥 Homecoming Pep Rally & Bonfire – Ray Molera Gym → March to Bonfire
📍 FRIDAY 10/24 – HOMECOMING DAY!
🎉 Parade – 1:00 PM | Starts at Old Nogales Courthouse
🏈 Varsity Tackle Football vs. Maricopa – Apache Stadium
👑 Halftime Royalty Presentation + Float Showcase
🎨 FLOAT BUILDING (Del Campo Supreme)
📍 672 W. Frontage Rd., Nogales, AZ
🗓 Tue 10/21 & Wed 10/22 – 6:00-9:00 PM
🗓 Thu 10/23 – 7:00 PM–12:00 AM
🚫 No outside food/drinks | ✅ Student ID required
🔥 THURSDAY PEP RALLY: AFTER GLOW EDITION
⏰ 5:00 PM Call Time | 5:30 PM Rally Starts
🎶 Fight Song • Games • Performances • Royalty • Football Hype
🔥 6:00 PM March to Bonfire
🛠 7:00 PM Float Construction opens again
🎊 FRIDAY PARADE 🚍
🕐 Starts 1:00 PM | Lineup 12:30 PM
📍 Begins at Old Courthouse → Morley → Grand → Ends at Food City/Peter Piper
🎺 ROTC, Grand Marshal, Band, Cheer, Floats, Football, Flag Football & more!
Join us for a full week of games, spirit, floats, royalty, bonfire vibes, and Friday Night Lights! 💛❤️
📆 HOMECOMING WEEK SCHEDULE
👑 Theme: Decades
💫 Seniors: 60s | Juniors: 50s | Sophs: 90s | Freshmen: 80s
🎖 Grand Marshal: Ruben Verdugo
👕 SPIRIT WEEK THEMES (10/20 – 10/24)
✅ Mon – Pajama Day
✅ Tue – Soccer Mom vs. BBQ Dad
✅ Wed – Meme Day
✅ Thu – Class Shirt
✅ Fri – Apache Gear
📍 MONDAY 10/20
🏐 Girls Volleyball vs. Buena – Ray Molera Gym
⛳️ Boys Golf (Away)
📍 TUESDAY 10/21
🏈 Flag Football vs. Buena – Apache Stadium
✨ Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl “Under the Lights” Game of the Week!
🎤 Featuring reps from the Arizona Bowl & National Football Foundation
📍 WEDNESDAY 10/22
🏐 Girls Volleyball vs. Desert View – Ray Molera Gym
🏈 Fr/Soph Tackle vs. Maricopa – Apache Stadium
📍 THURSDAY 10/23
🔥 Homecoming Pep Rally & Bonfire – Ray Molera Gym → March to Bonfire
📍 FRIDAY 10/24 – HOMECOMING DAY!
🎉 Parade – 1:00 PM | Starts at Old Nogales Courthouse
🏈 Varsity Tackle Football vs. Maricopa – Apache Stadium
👑 Halftime Royalty Presentation + Float Showcase
🎨 FLOAT BUILDING (Del Campo Supreme)
📍 672 W. Frontage Rd., Nogales, AZ
🗓 Tue 10/21 & Wed 10/22 – 6:00-9:00 PM
🗓 Thu 10/23 – 7:00 PM–12:00 AM
🚫 No outside food/drinks | ✅ Student ID required
🔥 THURSDAY PEP RALLY: AFTER GLOW EDITION
⏰ 5:00 PM Call Time | 5:30 PM Rally Starts
🎶 Fight Song • Games • Performances • Royalty • Football Hype
🔥 6:00 PM March to Bonfire
🛠 7:00 PM Float Construction opens again
🎊 FRIDAY PARADE 🚍
🕐 Starts 1:00 PM | Lineup 12:30 PM
📍 Begins at Old Courthouse → Morley → Grand → Ends at Food City/Peter Piper
🎺 ROTC, Grand Marshal, Band, Cheer, Floats, Football, Flag Football & more!

📣 NOGALES — IT’S HOMECOMING WEEK! 🔥
The Apaches are BACK from Fall Break and ready to light Nogales up with pride, spirit, and competition! Grab your maroon & gold and join us for a week full of Apache action, festivities, and unforgettable moments!
HOMECOMING WEEK SCHEDULE
🏌️♂️ MONDAY | 10/20
✅ Boys Golf (Away)
✅ Girls Volleyball vs. Buena – Ray Molera Gymnasium
🏈 TUESDAY | 10/21
✅ Flag Football vs. Buena – Apache Stadium
✨ Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl “Under the Lights” Game of the Week!
🎤 Special guests from the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl & National Football Foundation will be in attendance as we kick off Homecoming Week in style!
🏐 & 🏈 WEDNESDAY | 10/22
✅ Girls Volleyball vs. Desert View – Ray Molera Gymnasium
✅ Freshman/Sophomore Tackle Football vs. Maricopa – Apache Stadium
🔥 THURSDAY | 10/23
✅ HOMECOMING PEP RALLY & BONFIRE – Ray Molera Gymnasium
Bring your voice, your energy, and your Apache pride — let’s set the night on fire!
🎉 FRIDAY | 10/24 — HOMECOMING DAY!
🎈 2025 Homecoming Parade – 1:00 PM
📍 Begins at the Old Nogales Courthouse
🏈 Varsity Tackle Football vs. Maricopa – Apache Stadium
👑 Royalty. Lights. Tradition. It all comes together Friday night.
📍 NOGALES HIGH SCHOOL
Check out your Apaches in action all week and celebrate Homecoming with the Nogales community! Let’s pack the stands, rally together, and show everyone what Apache Pride is all about! #ApachePride
The Apaches are BACK from Fall Break and ready to light Nogales up with pride, spirit, and competition! Grab your maroon & gold and join us for a week full of Apache action, festivities, and unforgettable moments!
HOMECOMING WEEK SCHEDULE
🏌️♂️ MONDAY | 10/20
✅ Boys Golf (Away)
✅ Girls Volleyball vs. Buena – Ray Molera Gymnasium
🏈 TUESDAY | 10/21
✅ Flag Football vs. Buena – Apache Stadium
✨ Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl “Under the Lights” Game of the Week!
🎤 Special guests from the Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl & National Football Foundation will be in attendance as we kick off Homecoming Week in style!
🏐 & 🏈 WEDNESDAY | 10/22
✅ Girls Volleyball vs. Desert View – Ray Molera Gymnasium
✅ Freshman/Sophomore Tackle Football vs. Maricopa – Apache Stadium
🔥 THURSDAY | 10/23
✅ HOMECOMING PEP RALLY & BONFIRE – Ray Molera Gymnasium
Bring your voice, your energy, and your Apache pride — let’s set the night on fire!
🎉 FRIDAY | 10/24 — HOMECOMING DAY!
🎈 2025 Homecoming Parade – 1:00 PM
📍 Begins at the Old Nogales Courthouse
🏈 Varsity Tackle Football vs. Maricopa – Apache Stadium
👑 Royalty. Lights. Tradition. It all comes together Friday night.
📍 NOGALES HIGH SCHOOL
Check out your Apaches in action all week and celebrate Homecoming with the Nogales community! Let’s pack the stands, rally together, and show everyone what Apache Pride is all about! #ApachePride




The winter season is quickly approaching! Any student interested in competing in Boys/Girls Basketball, Boys/Girls Soccer, or Boys/Girls Wrestling must have a completed annual athletic packet on file.
- Physical Examination (dated after March 1, 2025)
- Completion of all AIA Academy Courses
- Proof of Insurance
Don’t wait—get your paperwork turned in early so you’re cleared to participate on Day 1 of tryouts and practices!
- Physical Examination (dated after March 1, 2025)
- Completion of all AIA Academy Courses
- Proof of Insurance
Don’t wait—get your paperwork turned in early so you’re cleared to participate on Day 1 of tryouts and practices!


We will be on Fall Break from Monday, October 13, through Friday, October 17, 2025.
Classes will resume on Monday, October 20, 2025.
We wish all of our students, families, and staff a safe and restful break
#NUSD1 #FallBreak #EnjoyYourBreak #BackToSchool #ExcellenceKnowsNoBorders

📚 Happy World Teachers' Day! 🍎✏️
Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals who inspire, guide, and shape the minds of tomorrow. 🌍💡
To all the teachers who:
🌟 Stay after class to help,
🌟 Believe in every student’s potential,
🌟 Turn lessons into life-changing experiences,
THANK YOU. ❤️
Your dedication doesn’t just educate—it empowers.
Your passion doesn’t just teach—it transforms.
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the educators who made a difference in our lives.
Today, we celebrate the incredible individuals who inspire, guide, and shape the minds of tomorrow. 🌍💡
To all the teachers who:
🌟 Stay after class to help,
🌟 Believe in every student’s potential,
🌟 Turn lessons into life-changing experiences,
THANK YOU. ❤️
Your dedication doesn’t just educate—it empowers.
Your passion doesn’t just teach—it transforms.
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the educators who made a difference in our lives.

We want to thank our “honorary Apaches” from Kazakhstan who joined us today! We had a very educational and enlightening discussion about their country, government, and customs. A key takeaway was that no matter where we are in the world, we share more similarities than differences—we truly are one tribe on Planet Earth.

It's Game Day! Apache Football hosts Flowing Wells Caballeros tonight at Apache Stadium! Join us Apache Nation as we recognize our 42 Senior Apaches during pre-game and halftime of tonight's contest!


✨ October is National Principals Month! ✨
This month, we celebrate our dedicated principals who lead with vision, compassion, and unwavering commitment. Their leadership creates schools where learning thrives, teachers feel supported, and students are encouraged to reach their fullest potential. 💙
More than leaders, our principals are mentors and champions for every student. They inspire futures, open doors to opportunity, and go above and beyond to help each learner succeed. 🚀
#ThankAPrincipal #NUSD1 #LeadershipInAction #ExcellenceKnowsNoBorders
This month, we celebrate our dedicated principals who lead with vision, compassion, and unwavering commitment. Their leadership creates schools where learning thrives, teachers feel supported, and students are encouraged to reach their fullest potential. 💙
More than leaders, our principals are mentors and champions for every student. They inspire futures, open doors to opportunity, and go above and beyond to help each learner succeed. 🚀
#ThankAPrincipal #NUSD1 #LeadershipInAction #ExcellenceKnowsNoBorders


