We are celebrating Read Across America week with volunteers reading to our students!

#Volunteers #COGreenfieldCougars #ReadAcross America #SouthPhoenix #MiddleSchool

8 days ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation
A lady wearing a green blouse is reading to 3 students.
A student is reading to 3 younger students while sitting in the grass.
A lady in a black shirt is reading to 6 students sitting on the floor.
2 lady volunteer readers standing in front of blooming yellow flowers.
4 adults standing in front of the John F. Kennedy sign.
The Freshman House Coordinator and Counselors from The Academies of South Mountain High School came to talk to our 8th graders about the programs that are available for them next year. #AcademiesOfSouthMountain #COGreenfieldAcademy #CommunityEngagement Melissa.downs@rsd.k12.az.us
7 days ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation
3 adults and 2 high school students on outside stage with a blue wall backdrop speaking to 8th graders.
Parent Conferences Early Release Reminder

Parent conferences are an important opportunity for us to partner together to support your child’s academic growth and success. During this time, teachers will share progress updates, strengths, and specific goals to ensure every student continues moving forward with confidence.

To allow time for conferences, we will have early release at 1:00 PM from March 4 through March 6.

Conference Times:

Wednesday: 1:15 to 3:15 PM
Thursday: 1:15 to 3:30 PM and 4:30 to 6:00 PM
Friday: 1:15 to 3:15 PM

Please reach out to your child’s teacher or contact the front office to schedule your conference time. We look forward to meeting with you and continuing to work together to support your child’s success.

Cougar Strong 🐾
11 days ago, Emily Ziegler
COG Family Conferences
🌸 SPRING SPIRIT WEEK

Week of March 2-6
Monday – Flower / Pastel Colors Day
Wear floral prints or pastel colors.
Examples: floral patterns, soft pink, light blue, lavender, mint green.
Tuesday – Career Day
Dress as what you want to be when you grow up.
Examples: doctor, teacher, firefighter, artist, scientist, athlete, etc.
Wednesday – Cookout Day
Dress ready for a cookout or barbecue.
Examples: picnic clothes, summer shirts.
Thursday – Favorite Sports Jersey or Shirt
Wear your favorite sports team jersey or sports shirt.
Friday – Pajama Day
Wear your most comfortable pajamas

Spirit Week Guidelines
Participation is optional! Feel free to send your student in uniform if you would prefer. For questions, call the Greenfield School
front office at (602) 232-4240
All clothing must adhere to the school's dress code policy.
Attire should not be overly revealing, offensive, or inappropriate.
Dress comfortably and safely; avoid any attire that hinders movement or poses a safety risk.
Respect cultural and religious sensitivities when choosing costumes or attire.
Hats and headwear may be allowed if they complement the costume or attire, but should not obstruct others views in the classroom.
No masks
Wear appropriate shoes for safety and comfort.
Avoid wearing open-toed shoes, as they may pose a safety hazard.
¡La participación es opcional! Siéntase libre de enviar a su estudiante en uniforme si lo prefiere. Si tiene preguntas, llame a la
oficina principal de Greenfield School al (602) 232-4240
Pautas para la semana de orgullo escolar
Toda la ropa debe cumplir con la política del código de vestimenta de la escuela.
Los disfraces no deben ser demasiado reveladores, ofensivos o inapropiados.
Vístase de manera cómoda y segura; evite cualquier vestimenta que dificulte el movimiento o represente un riesgo para la
seguridad.
Respete las sensibilidades culturales y religiosas al elegir disfraces o vestimenta.
Se pueden permitir sombreros y artículos para la cabeza si complementan el disfraz o la vestimenta, pero no deben obstruir
la vista de los demás en el salón de clases.
Sin máscaras
Utilice calzado adecuado para su seguridad y comodidad.
Evite los zapatos con punta abierta que puedan representar un peligro para la seguridad.
14 days ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation

Are you preparing for your first or next school administration interview? Join us for an Aspiring Administrators Interview Skills Clinic on Saturday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Verna McClain Wellness Center

This interactive clinic is designed to help aspiring leaders confidently communicate their experience, navigate panel and scenario-based interviews, and stand out as strong leadership candidates.

Doors open at 8:30 a.m. for networking and breakfast.
Register Today

Who Should Attend
✓ Aspiring school administrators
✓ Teacher leaders and instructional coaches
✓ Deans, counselors and coordinators
✓ Educators pursuing leadership roles

What You’ll Learn
✓ Preparing for administrator-level interviews
✓ Answering panel and scenario-based questions
✓ Communicating leadership experience with clarity
✓ What hiring panels are really looking for
✓ Practical strategies to interview with

This event is hosted in partnership with the Arizona Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents and the Arizona Alliance of Black School Educators

15 days ago, Roosevelt School District No. 66
An interview candidate sitting in front of a panel of diverse employees
DATE February 26th
TIME 8am-8:30am
C.O. Greenfield Academy

Join Us For Coffee!

We would love to get to know you and grow our community.
We will celebrate progress and discuss areas of concern.
Chicanos Por La Causa will be here to talk about the free family success classes that are scheduled here starting March 26th!

We look forward to seeing you!

Family Coordinator- Melissa Downs
21 days ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation
C.O. Greenfield School  and logo in Red Letters.

Join us for our free mobile food distribution, in collaboration with St. Mary's Food Bank, on Friday, Feb. 27 at 8 a.m. Food items will be distributed in the parking lot of Bernard Black Entrepreneurial Academy.

🚗 For everyone’s safety, please enter the distribution site via Southern and 27th Ave.

✉️ Bring your ID and a piece of mail to confirm your address.

21 days ago, Roosevelt School District No. 66
An image of packaged food boxes with the words "Mobile Food Distribution" highlighted in gold.
An image of packaged food boxes with the words "Distribución Móvil de Alimentos" highlighted in gold.
SPRING BREAK FUN
Hosted at Bernard Black
OPEN to ALL RSD School Students
ENROLLMENT IS OPEN!
GRAB YOUR SPOT BEFORE WE FILL UP!
Champions Champ Camp is where your child will discover, create, and play over SPRING break.
MARCH 9TH- MARCH 13TH 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
CHAMP CAMP MAKES SPRING BREAK SPECIAL
Safe, supervised fun so you can truly relax.
STEM challenges for a full season blast off.
Movement, laughter, and brain growth galore
New buddies and favorite friends who cheer them on
3-5 DAYS: $160.00 NOW $40
6550 S 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041
CH003293@Discoverchampions.com
480-904-5460
22 days ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation

🎓 8th Grade High School Night – February 18 at 4:00 PM 📍 Irene Lopez School

Do you have a child in 8th grade? We can’t wait to see you today for High School Night on 2/18 at 4:00 PM at Irene Lopez School!

Learn about our nearby high schools: the programs they offer, what life is like for a student and how to enroll! Irene Lopez School

23 days ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation

We had an amazing turnout for C.O Greenfield's Showcase! Thank you students, teachers and staff for making this a fun event with student centered games and activities. We always appreciate our community partners showing up to help our families with resources, such as Ocotillo Library, Chicanos por La Causa, Phoenix Coding Academy, Kroc Center, Academies of South Mountain, Southwest Behavioral, Champions after school program and Girl Scouts.

#StudentEngagement #CommunityEducation #COGreenfieldAcademy #SouthMountain #MiddleSchool #AmazingTeachers

Melissa.downs@rsd.k12.az.us

Family Education and Engagement Coordinator

about 1 month ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation
Face painting showing kids and the art room
Chalk Art. Table with colorful chalk and activities for the 4th graders
ESS Team
Teachers teaching how to make an electric circuit
Teachers and families playing board games.
Students playing video games on comfortable chairs
Outdoor courtyard with sitting areas and artificial turf with Karaoke signs
4 boys in front of karaoke sign and 1 winner holding a prize
Programming robots with Ms. Pulver
Boy with winning prize for Karaoke
📣 Join us for our Family Showcase

📅 Feb. 4 ⏰ 5:00-6:30 p.m.

Explore our campus and discover what it means to be a Cougar. See the incredible work your kids are doing and meet the teachers! Karaoke, games, face painting, food truck and more!

📚 After-School Tutoring & Academic Support

🎯 Student Clubs & Enrichment Opportunities: Phoenix Coding, South Mountain Community College, Kroc Center, Girl Scouts

🛠️ Family Support & Resources Available: Chicanos Por La Causa, SouthWest Behavioral etc. Raising A Reader

📝 Enrollment & registration assistance and re-enrollment for 2026-2027

📱 Help downloading the RSD App so you can communicate with teachers and see your child's assignments and grades.

Students will receive free dress after they get 5 stamps from visiting resource tables.

We look forward to welcoming you and celebrating our Greenfield Cougar community!
Refer and invite a family to
#cogreenfieldacademy



about 1 month ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation
Red, black and gold letters C.O Greenfield Open House February 4th 5-6:30pm
STEM Night
In honor of Black History Month, we are hosting a district-wide STEM event celebrating Black inventors.
📅 Wednesday, February 11
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Bernard Black School
6550 S. 27th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85041
ASU National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE), South Mountain High School, South Mountain/ Phoenix Community College, and others will lead fun, hands-on STEM activities for families. Community partners will also be on-site to share resources, and food will be available for purchase.
We invite all Roosevelt families to join us for an evening of learning and celebration—and encourage you to bring your friends and neighbors!
about 1 month ago, Melissa Downs
A picture of a black male student (right) and a female student (left) building a balloon-powered car with the text “Black History STEM Night” in the lower left corner and the Roosevelt School District No. 66 logo in the bottom right corner.

Your Voice Matters in Curriculum Adoption

We believe that strong curriculum is built with community input. As part of our curriculum adoption process, instructional materials are now open for 60 days of public review and comment. Parents, guardians, educators, and community members are invited to explore the materials and share feedback.

🗓 Review period: Jan. 30 – March 30, 2026

6th-8th Grade Social Studies
username: azreview2026
password: password1

6th-8th Grade Science
No login required

🔗 Learn more & submit comments

Thank you for partnering with us to support student learning.

about 1 month ago, Roosevelt School District No. 66
I am so grateful to Luisa (South Side Secret Santa) for donating and wrapping 38 gifts for our Kennedy and Greenfield families!
#Community #SouthMountain #schools #donation
2 months ago, Melissa Downs
South Side Secret Santa bringing in the joy!
Thankful to receive gifts for her children!
Grateful parent receiving gifts
Thanks for the gifts!
Grateful parent receiving gifts

I am catching up on posting some of the awesome activities that our students participate in. These pictures are from the Turkey Trot! Thank
#Cougars #middleschool #winners

Melissa.downs@rsd.k12.az.us

2 months ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation
Turkey Trot Volunteers
Turkey Trot winners. Student on left got 1st place!
1st place in the middle
1st place in the middle
Great job to all of our participants!
1st place in the middle
1st place in the middle
Friendly reminder, Cougars! ❤️🐾

School resumes tomorrow, Tuesday, January 6th, at 8:00 AM ⏰📚

Breakfast begins at 7:30 AM 🍎🥞

We can’t wait to see you back on campus! ❤️
2 months ago, Emily Ziegler
School Resumes 1/6/2026
Good afternoon! ☀️

Families are invited to enjoy a surprise holiday meal 🎄🍽️ with your child on December 18th! 🎁✨
The cost for family members is $4.75 (cash only) 💵
Please remember to check in at the front office upon arrival 🏫✔️

Meal Times by Grade: ⏰

4th Grade: 11:10 AM

5th Grade: 10:45 AM

6th Grade: 12:20 PM

7th Grade: 12:00 PM

8th Grade: 11:45 AM

We look forward to celebrating together! 💚🎉
3 months ago, Emily Ziegler
COG Family Lunch
📌 COG Family Reminders:

❌ This Wednesday is NOT Early Release

⏰ Early Release: Friday, December 19th at 1:00 PM

🎄 Winter Break: Monday, December 22nd – Monday, January 5th

🚌 Students Return: Tuesday, January 6th at 8:00 AM
3 months ago, Emily Ziegler
📌 COG Mascot

Join us for our free mobile food distribution, in collaboration with St. Mary's Food Bank, on Tuesday, Dec. 16 at 8 a.m. Food items will be distributed in the parking lot of Bernard Black Entrepreneurial Academy.

⚠️For everyone’s safety, please enter the distribution site via Southern and 27th Ave.

✉️ Bring your ID and a piece of mail to confirm your address.

3 months ago, Roosevelt School District No. 66
An image of packaged food boxes with the words "Mobile Food Distribution" highlighted in gold.
An image of packaged food boxes with the words "Distribución Móvil de Alimentos" highlighted in gold.
Our cooking club is mastering their baking skills!
#AfterSchoolClubs #MiddleSchool #SouthMountain #LifeSkills #Cougars #COGreenfieldAcademy
3 months ago, C. O Greenfield Academy of Design and Innovation
2 boys making dessert
4 girls cooking class, proud of their achievements
girls preparing to bake
Boys adding fruit to their dessert for baking