🏆 Congratulations to the Thoreau Cross Country teams for sweeping the Newcomb Skyhawks Invitational!
The girls captured first place, led by freshman Aaliyah Kemp’s third-place finish and Paige Walthall’s top-10 performance. Adriana Kemp, Shyann Yazzie, and Haley Hill also delivered strong races to help secure the victory.
The boys earned first place behind gutsy performances from Taylen Endito and Herbert Yazzie, who finished second and third. Daniel Jameson and Naythan Cleveland placed in the top 10, while Staton Yazzie’s strong finish secured the team victory.
Fantastic job, Hawks! 💚💛
The girls captured first place, led by freshman Aaliyah Kemp’s third-place finish and Paige Walthall’s top-10 performance. Adriana Kemp, Shyann Yazzie, and Haley Hill also delivered strong races to help secure the victory.
The boys earned first place behind gutsy performances from Taylen Endito and Herbert Yazzie, who finished second and third. Daniel Jameson and Naythan Cleveland placed in the top 10, while Staton Yazzie’s strong finish secured the team victory.
Fantastic job, Hawks! 💚💛
Ready for a New Challenge?
McKinley Academy is now accepting applications for Spring 2027!
We are looking for current 9th–11th grade students who are ready to take their high school experience to the next level through our early college program.
Application Deadline: November 20
All application paperwork must be completed and the Accuplacer must be passed by December 4 to be considered for admission.
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, earn college credit, and become part of the McKinley Academy community, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and start your next chapter at McKinley Academy! McKinley Academy New Student Application for Enrollment – Fill out form. Call us at 505-721-4200 with questions.
McKinley Academy is now accepting applications for Spring 2027!
We are looking for current 9th–11th grade students who are ready to take their high school experience to the next level through our early college program.
Application Deadline: November 20
All application paperwork must be completed and the Accuplacer must be passed by December 4 to be considered for admission.
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, earn college credit, and become part of the McKinley Academy community, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and start your next chapter at McKinley Academy! McKinley Academy New Student Application for Enrollment – Fill out form. Call us at 505-721-4200 with questions.
ATTENTION:
DUE TO THE WEATHER AND RAIN THE JV FOOTBALL GAME HAS BEEN CANCELLED TONIGHT.
THOREAU VARSITY FOOTBALL PRESENTS:
Thoreau Hawks vs. Aztec Tigers
(AWAY GAME) @ Aztec High School
Tonight Sept 11, 2026
Purchase tickets below:
https://gofan.co/event/6771796?schoolId=NM8092
*GO HAWKS GO*
Thoreau Hawks vs. Aztec Tigers
(AWAY GAME) @ Aztec High School
Tonight Sept 11, 2026
Purchase tickets below:
https://gofan.co/event/6771796?schoolId=NM8092
*GO HAWKS GO*
AHA has officially started!!
Need a little extra help with your classes? Join us for After Hours Academy!
Our teachers are available after school to help students succeed:
Mr. Baun – ELA & Social Studies (Room 228)
Mrs. Paul – Credit Recovery (Room 202)
Mrs. Tabares – Math & Science (Room 206)
Take advantage of this opportunity to get tutoring, complete assignments, improve grades, and stay on track for success!
Need a little extra help with your classes? Join us for After Hours Academy!
Our teachers are available after school to help students succeed:
Mr. Baun – ELA & Social Studies (Room 228)
Mrs. Paul – Credit Recovery (Room 202)
Mrs. Tabares – Math & Science (Room 206)
Take advantage of this opportunity to get tutoring, complete assignments, improve grades, and stay on track for success!
High school sports teams can now gear up in style with exclusive, customizable merch from BSN. Explore the collection, pick your favorites, and show off your school pride before it’s gone! These shops are open for a limited time only, so be sure to head to your school shop NOW. Visit your school’s homepage and look for the BSN Shop button with the shopping cart icon to get started.
Lady Hawks Volleyball Presents:
Thoreau Hawks vs. Newcomb Sky Hawks
(JV, and Varsity game only)
Sep. 8th starting @ 5:00PM
Thoreau High School Gymnasium
COME OUT! CHEER AND SUPPORT OUR LADY HAWKS TO VICTORY
**Please NO outside food or drinks will be permitted**
Cards ONLY will be accepted at the concession stand.
Updated Sports Schedule for JV Football, Volleyball, and Varsity Football.
**Times and Dates are subject to change**
(Follow our Social Media Page and the Schools Website for upcoming events or changes)
Updated 8/28/26
GO HAWKS GO!
**Times and Dates are subject to change**
(Follow our Social Media Page and the Schools Website for upcoming events or changes)
Updated 8/28/26
GO HAWKS GO!
Sports Schedule:
There was a few changes made to the Fall Sports Schedules. Schedules of each sport will be uploaded by the end of today with all updates and changes.
*Remember that all schedules are subject to change*
HOME OF THE FIGHTING HAWKS!!
There was a few changes made to the Fall Sports Schedules. Schedules of each sport will be uploaded by the end of today with all updates and changes.
*Remember that all schedules are subject to change*
HOME OF THE FIGHTING HAWKS!!
Thoreau High School Newsletter for the Month of September 2026
*Please follow our social media page and check out our school website for important dates or changes to games*
*Please follow our social media page and check out our school website for important dates or changes to games*
Juniors and Seniors!
Are you interested in leadership and environmental action? Apply to the Land of Enchantment Young Ambassadors Program! You will participate in community clean-up projects, receive leadership training, and....... get a $3,000 stipend when you complete your fellowship and projects! The application deadline is today! Don’t miss your chance to give back to your community and earn while making a difference. Scan the QR code or visit https://www.breakingbadhabits.nm.gov/youth/ for more information.
VARSITY AND JV FOOTBALL UPDATE/CHANGES:
**VARSITY FOOTBALL**
Time changes for games:
- 9/11 @ Aztec High, will now be at 6PM (AWAY)
- 10/23 @ West Las Vegas High, will now be at 6PM (AWAY)
**JV FOOTBALL**
added games:
- 8/22 @ Santa Rosa 11AM (AWAY)
- 9/5 VS. Bloomfield 11AM (HOME)
**VARSITY FOOTBALL**
Time changes for games:
- 9/11 @ Aztec High, will now be at 6PM (AWAY)
- 10/23 @ West Las Vegas High, will now be at 6PM (AWAY)
**JV FOOTBALL**
added games:
- 8/22 @ Santa Rosa 11AM (AWAY)
- 9/5 VS. Bloomfield 11AM (HOME)
We're Hiring! Crownpoint High School is looking for a skilled welding teacher for this upcoming school year. See the flyer for details!
As the new school year approaches, McKinley Academy is excited to welcome students back for orientation.
Orientation is your opportunity to pick up your class schedule, laptop, textbooks (where applicable), and school supplies, while getting ready for a successful start to the school year.
Orientation Schedule:
• Incoming 9th Grade: August 5 | 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | New McKinley Academy Building (West Side of Gurley Hall)
• Returning 10th Grade: August 12 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall Auditorium
• New 10th, 11th & 12th Grade Students: August 13 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall Auditorium
• Returning 11th & 12th Grade Students: August 11-14 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall, Room 100
We look forward to seeing all of our students as we prepare for another great year. Classes begin Monday, August 17.
Orientation is your opportunity to pick up your class schedule, laptop, textbooks (where applicable), and school supplies, while getting ready for a successful start to the school year.
Orientation Schedule:
• Incoming 9th Grade: August 5 | 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | New McKinley Academy Building (West Side of Gurley Hall)
• Returning 10th Grade: August 12 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall Auditorium
• New 10th, 11th & 12th Grade Students: August 13 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall Auditorium
• Returning 11th & 12th Grade Students: August 11-14 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall, Room 100
We look forward to seeing all of our students as we prepare for another great year. Classes begin Monday, August 17.
Welcome Back to the New School Year!
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.
Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!
Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.
Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!
Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.
🏐 Thoreau High School Volleyball Open Gym 🏐
Calling all incoming 9th–12th grade volleyball players! Join us for open gym and get some time on the court this week.
📅 Dates: Thursday & Friday, June 11–12
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Thoreau High School Gym
✅ Reminders:
• Bring your own water
• Wear proper gym shoes for the court
We’re excited to see everyone there and get back in the gym!
— THS Volleyball Coaches
Calling all incoming 9th–12th grade volleyball players! Join us for open gym and get some time on the court this week.
📅 Dates: Thursday & Friday, June 11–12
⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Location: Thoreau High School Gym
✅ Reminders:
• Bring your own water
• Wear proper gym shoes for the court
We’re excited to see everyone there and get back in the gym!
— THS Volleyball Coaches
📚 Thoreau High School Students & Families 🌞
Stay on track or get ahead this summer! Click the link and apply below.
✅ CR Summer School (credit recovery)
✅ Jump Start
🔗 Apply now:
CR Summer School: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/00TXyU1ftg
JumpStart: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/X6tEv6jwmd
Don’t wait—set yourself up for success! ✨
#ThoreauHighSchool #SummerSchool #JumpStart
Stay on track or get ahead this summer! Click the link and apply below.
✅ CR Summer School (credit recovery)
✅ Jump Start
🔗 Apply now:
CR Summer School: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/00TXyU1ftg
JumpStart: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/X6tEv6jwmd
Don’t wait—set yourself up for success! ✨
#ThoreauHighSchool #SummerSchool #JumpStart
JUNIORS and SENIORS STUDENT SURVEY!
The student survey itself is anonymous.
*Must first obtain parental consent before a student can participate.
*Once parental consent is received, the student may complete the survey, and no identifying information will be shared.
*Students who complete the survey will receive a $15 gift card.
The student survey itself is anonymous.
*Must first obtain parental consent before a student can participate.
*Once parental consent is received, the student may complete the survey, and no identifying information will be shared.
*Students who complete the survey will receive a $15 gift card.
Join us at the Student Support Center on May 27th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm for an engaging training workshop on the Standard Response Protocol and the Standard Reunification Method, hosted by The I Love U Guys Foundation.
Don't miss this opportunity—register now to enhance your school safety planning and response skills.
Don't miss this opportunity—register now to enhance your school safety planning and response skills.
Congratulations to Thoreau students who were awarded at the Academic Awards Ceremony last night! We appreciate your efforts and are proud to celebrate your academic achievements. Thank you for being positive examples in your school and throughout your community.
