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Cox Connection 5.12.26

Dear Roadrunner,

Happy Tuesday! A huge thank you to our community on the generous gifts last week for our teachers, and a big thanks to our FEC for organizing a fun week on campus. Our teachers definitely felt the love last week.

Please note – After Care closes on Tuesday, May 19th, at 4 pm due to Preschool graduation.

Our last and final round of Benchmark testing has officially began. You’ll receive these results and be able to review the growth your child has made at our end of year parent teacher conferences. Please check in the teacher newsletters for conference sign-ups!

Tonight is the Recker Academic Awards, hosted at the Power Campus. If your child is receiving an award, you would have received an email last week.

Save the Dates:

  • May 12th, 4:30 pm or 6:00 pm: Recker Academic Awards (Power Campus)
  • May 15th, 4:00 pm: Yearbook Party
  • May 19th, 6 pm: Kindergarten Graduation (After Care closes at 4 pm)
  • May 18th-22nd: Spirit Week (see below)
  • May 20th-22nd: Half-Days (Sign-up for camp below)

Sincerely,

Katie Cox

Summer Camp – Sign-Up Today!

If you are interested in participating in Summer Camp this school year, please fill out the below packet and turn it in to our Preschool Office.

Yearbook Signing Party!

We have some exciting news: this year, we are extending the invitation for the Yearbook Signing Party to the entire school!

Here is how it works:
If you purchased a yearbook: Your entry is free, and you’ll receive a complimentary Frost gelato to enjoy while you get your book signed!

If you did not purchase a yearbook: Signing booklets will be available for purchase at the door. Your booklet acts as your “ticket in” and—yes—it also includes a Frost gelato!

Why we need your early RSVP: I am looking for early notice so I can plan the best event possible. A headcount helps me coordinate with Frost to ensure we have enough gelato for every single student, and it allows me to have enough signing booklets prepped and ready to go. My goal is to make sure the lines move quickly so the fun can start immediately!

We can’t wait to celebrate the end of the year with all of you!

EF Trip – Scotland/Ireland

An unforgettable adventure awaits your child in Scotland & Ireland!

We’re thrilled to share that San Tan is heading to Scotland & Ireland in Spring 2027, and your student is invited! This life-changing experience will help students build confidence, independence, and global perspective.

Enrollment is now open for an exciting adventure abroad! We will spend 8 days traveling the countryside of Ireland and Scotland in March 2027. Please visit the link below for more information or contact Shannon Yocklin ([email protected]) at the Recker campus for more information.

Spirit Week – Next Week!

Kindergarten Graduation, May 19th

Half-Day Camp Sign-Up: May 20th-22nd

Final Week Half-Day & Full-Day Camp
• $30 | K–9th Grade Half-Day Camp | May 20–22 | 12:00 PM – 3:15 PM
• $60 | Preschool Full-Day Camp | May 22 | 8:00 AM – 3:15 PM
Before and aftercare is available from 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM and 3:15 PM – 5:45 PM.
Before and aftercare billed separately.

Athletic Summer Camps

Incoming 9-12th Grade Tackle Football: 

  • Contact Coach Cartwright regarding HS Spring/Summer Football Camp- [email protected] 

Incoming K-6th Grade Cheer/Dance Camp:

  • Location- Recker Gym
  • Cost- $200
  • Date- June 1st-11th (M-TH)
  • Time- 3:15-4:30pm
  • INFO- All skill levels welcome! Hosted by San Tan Charter Varsity Cheer team, this camp is designed to help them learn everything they’d want to know about cheerleading as well as pom dance in a single program. We will teach young athletes the essential skill in leading the crowd and supporting the Home (Roadrunner) Team.
    • What to bring: A water bottle and two snacks
    • What to wear: Appropriate cheer clothing, comfortable athletic shoes

Incoming 9-12th Grade Boys Basketball Camp: 

  • Location- Power Main Gym
  • Cost- $250
  • Date- June 1st-18th (M-TH)
  • Time- 8-9:30am
  • INFO- Head coach Kyli Crooms, Mike Cox and their coaching staff is excited to train our boys on individual offensive skills ranging from ball handling, passing, shooting and rebounding. In addition, we will work on team concepts to help build and polish their understanding of the overall game.

Incoming 4-8th Grade Basketball Camp: 

  • Location- Power Main Gym
  • Cost- $200
  • Date- June 1st-11th (M-TH)
  • Time- 10-12pm
  • INFO- Head Basketball Coach Kyli Crooms, Mike Cox and their coaching staff are excited to train your athlete this summer on individual offensive skills ranging from ball handling, passing, and rebounding. In addition, we will work on team concepts to help build and polish their understanding of the overall game.

Incoming K-3rd Grade Basketball Camp: 

  • Location- Power Green Gym
  • Cost- $150
  • Date- June 1st-11th (M-TH)
  • Time- 1-2pm
  • INFO- Head Basketball Coach Kyli Crooms is excited to train your athlete this summer on individual offensive skills ranging from ball handling, passing, and rebounding. In addition, we will work on team concepts to help build and polish their understanding of the overall game.

Incoming 3rd-8th Grade Volleyball Camp:

  • Location- Power Main Gym
  • Cost- $200
  • Date- June 1st-11th (M-TH)
  • Time- 1-2:30PM
  • INFO- The summer volleyball camp is for girls and boys interested in learning the skills needed to be a great volleyball player. The positive environment encourages all players to learn teamwork and good sportsmanship as they build upon their skills. Girls and boys will learn passing, setting, spiking, and serving techniques throughout the weeks.

Incoming 9-12th Grade Girls Volleyball Pre-Season Camp: 

  • Location- Power Main Gym
  • Cost- $100
  • Date- July 13-17th
  • Time- 4-5:30PM
  • INFO- This summer pre-season volleyball camp is for girls interested in being a part of the 2026 HS volleyball team. This camp will help prepare your athlete for the start of the 2026 HS volleyball season. Everyone will learn passing, setting, spiking, and serving techniques throughout the week.

Incoming 5-12th Grade Girls Basketball Camp: 

  • Location- Recker Campus Gym
  • Cost- $150
  • Date- June 1st-18th (M-TH)
  • Time- 10-11:30am
  • INFO- Head coach Majestic Moler is excited to train our girls on individual offensive skills ranging from ball handling, passing, shooting and rebounding. In addition, we will work on team concepts to help build and polish their understanding of the overall game.

Incoming 4-12th Grade Soccer Camp:

  • Location- Recker Campus Gym
  • Cost- $150
  • Date- June 1st-11th (M/W/TH)
  • Time- 9-12th (12-1:30PM), 4-8th (1:30-3PM)
  • INFO- Hosted by our program soccer coach Mike Cartagena and his coaching staff. This is open to boys and girls who aspire to become better soccer players. The student-athletes will be learning; Dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and communication. These are the foundation of soccer and will help these young athletes develop their physical fitness, mental toughness, and social skills.

Incoming 5th-12th Grade Baseball Camp:

  • Location- Power Campus
  • Cost- $200
  • Date- 1st-17th (M/W)
  • Time- 4-5:30PM
  • INFO- Hosted by Coach Cardis and his staff, this camp will focus on baseball strength and agility. This will be held in the weight room, turf, green gym and outfield grass. During this camp your student-athletes will learn training techniques that are specialized to baseball, this will help them develop a better understanding for the game and work on their craft to better enhance their skill going into the 2026-2027 season! If you are interested in additional baseball work please contact Phil Cardis ([email protected]).