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District profile . . .
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11th largest district in New Mexico
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Covers approximately 3,000 square miles in the Four Corners Region
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We serve approximately 7,000 students
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90% of the students are Navajo, 9% are Anglo and 2% Hispanic
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We serve three major communities:
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Kirtland: Kirtland Central High, Kirtland Middle, Grace B. Wilson, Ruth N. Bond,
Kirtland and Ojo Elementary Schools.
Newcomb: Newcomb High, Newcomb Middle, Newcomb and Naschitti Elementary
Shiprock: Shiprock High and Career Prep Alternative High, TseBitAi Middle,
Nataani Nez, Nizhoni, Eva B. Stokely and Mesa Elementary.
Staff & Support
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We have over 600 certified teachers
And 600 non-certified staff who are dedicated to the mission of CCSD …
Improvement is continuous,
Excellence is expected,
Lifelong learning is valued.
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CCSD Mission & Goals
• Mission
– Improvement is continuous,
– Excellence is expected,
– Lifelong learning is valued.
• Goals
– High student achievement: All students will read at or above grade
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– Safe & welcome learning environment.
– Efficient and effective operations.
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Educational Programs
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Our journey for quality education emphasizes
student performance, achievement and excellence.
Improving reading, language arts and math skills is
at the forefront for our continued improvement.
Quality tools and techniques used in the Baldrige
Approach for school improvement and performance
excellence are being implemented in The District.
Primary literacy initiatives are supported with Parents
As Teachers program, preschools and Kindergarten.
After-school programs, H.O.S.T.S. (Helping One
Student To Succeed) and Four Building Blocks are a
few of the researched-based programs offered to
increase reading and literacy objectives.
Advanced placement and honors classes are offered
in the high schools. Vocational programs give
students the opportunity to diversify their
educational experience.
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Bilingual programs in Navajo Language and
Culture as well as Spanish are found in schools
throughout The District.
Our Special Education programs are unmatched
with inclusion and innovative programs serving
students who are gifted and those with learning
disabilities. Speech, physical and occupational
therapy, audiology, sign language psychological
and social services providers work with teachers
to implement students’ individual educational
programs.
We have computers in each classroom and state
of the art computer labs are available to students,
teachers and parents. The District has made a
substantial investment in computer systems to
improve instruction, business management and
administration.
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Hiring Process
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Step 1 … Complete Application procedures
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Submit application, resume and 3 references
Submit official transcripts
• Copies will be accepted with application. Official transcripts will be required when offered
employment
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Submit official New Mexico Teacher Assessment (NMTA)
• If you have not taken the NMTA, submit the date, time and place you are scheduled to take it
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Submit a copy of your New Mexico Educators License
• Or the date you applied for a NM Educators License
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To apply for NM Educators License contact:
• NM State Department of Education/Professional Licensure Unit
300 Don Gaspar, Santa Fe, NM 87501-23786
505.827.6587 –http://sde.state.nm.us/divisions/licensure/index.html
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Step 2 … Contact Principal with listed vacancy
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Request interview with Principal/Director for position desired
Principals & Directors interview applicants and make recommendations for employment
Vacancies are listed on the website
http://bird.kchs.k12.nm.us/ccsd/post.htm
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Area
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Where are you located?
What are the district’s demographics?
What is the weather like?
What drives the local economy?
Is affordable housing available?
Are there recreational opportunities?
What else is there to do in the area?
What type of family entertainment is available?
Can you give a short history of the area?
What medical facilities are available?
Are there local colleges/universities?
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Location …
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Four Corners Region
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Central Consolidated School District #22 is in the heart of the Four Corners. It
is located in San Juan County and lies in the northwest corner of New Mexico.
Most of the district is anchored within the northeastern section of the Navajo
Nation, which is the largest Native American Indian tribe both in land area and
population. The District shares its borders with Arizona to the west,
Colorado to the north. Utah is located northwest of New Mexico.
Central Consolidated School District is New Mexico’s 11th largest school
district, in terms of area, and covers about 3,000 square miles. It serves the
communities of Kirtland, Ojo Amarillo, Newcomb, Naschitti and Shiprock, New
Mexico.
The Community
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Farmington,NM is the largest city in the region with a population of about
60,000. San Juan County is about 110,000 and it is estimated there is a
trading population of over 220,000.
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Farmington, NM is the closest retail center with a shopping center and major
department stores. It boasts itself as having a “small town appeal with big city
amenities.”
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Farmington’s Municipal Airport supports regional/commuter air service.
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Farmington is about 10 miles to Kirtland, 30 miles to Shiprock and 65 miles to
Newcomb.
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Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico, is the major airport in the region
supporting all major airlines.
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Albuquerque is about 31/2 hours from The District’s community.
Gallup, NM and Cortez, Colo. are also regional retail centers.
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CCSD Demographics
• Student Population
– Central Consolidated School District has approximately 7,400
students
– 90% of the students are Native American, predominately from the
Navajo Tribe
– 9% of the students are Anglo
– 2% of the students are Hispanic
• Staff and support
– We have over 600 Certified teachers and support staff
– And approximately 500 non-certified staff
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who are dedicated to the mission of CCSD …
Improvement is continuous,
Excellence is expected,
Lifelong learning is valued.
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Climate & Topography
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High desert living
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Four distinct seasons
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The Chuska Mountains border The District to the west
The La Plata Mountains are to the north
The Shiprock Pinnacle anchors The District centrally
Rivers
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The annual rainfall is approximately 7.5 inches
The annual snowfall average is 12.3 inches
Mountain Ranges
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Topography of The District is generally rugged with elevations ranging from 5,000 to 7,500 feet
Precipitation
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Mild changes in temperatures follow the four seasons
Winter temperatures run in the 40s
Spring and fall temperatures run in the 60s
Summer temperatures are in the 80-90s
Topography
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There are over 270 days of sunshine a year and the climate is temperate
Communities in The District range from lush river valleys to the rugged uplands of the Southwestern
Plateau
The San Juan River flows through the Kirtland and Shiprock
Numerous creeks, springs and washes weave through the
southern part of The District.
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Regional Economy
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Natural gas production
Coal mining
Power plants
Education
Medical facilities
Retail merchandising
• Largest single employers in San Juan County
– Central Consolidated Schools
– Farmington Municipals Schools
– San Juan Regional Medical Center
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Recreational opportunities abound
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Numerous outdoor activities
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Local area is filled with hiking, mountain biking, horseback trails and off-road vehicle
trails
Downhill and cross country snow skiing is just an hour-and-a-half away in Durango,
Colorado
Archaeological Treasures
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Navajo Lake has more than 200 shore miles for boating, camping and fishing
San Juan River, just below Navajo Lake, boasts 5,000 fish per mile and is one of the
country’s finest fly fishing destinations
Pinon Hills Golf Course, a top rated public course, Riverview Golf Course and 3 other
courses challenge the novice to the expert
Animas River provides whitewater rafting and more fishing opportunities
Canyon de Chelly, Aztec Ruins National Monument, Mesa Verde National Park, Ute
Mountain Ute Tribal Park, Chaco Canyon Cultural National Historic Park and Salmon Ruins
are within a 150 mile radius
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Geological Features
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Shiprock Pinnacle, Monument Valley, Bisti/De-Na-Zin Wilderness
and The Four Corners Monument are more must
see destinations
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More fun things to do and see
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Community events are hosted throughout the year
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Cultural events celebrate the rich American Indian cultures
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Shiprock Northern Navajo Fair
Totah Festival
Gallup Ceremonial
Crownpoint Rug Auction
Santa Fe Indian Market
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Riverfest--Memorial Day Weekend
Freedom Days-Fourth of July
Connie Mack World Series
National High School Rodeo Finals
San Juan County Fair
Hot Air Balloon Festivals
San Juan College Luminaria Display
0ff- Broadway performances are featured at the Farmington Civic Center
Diverse music and drama programs are presented locally
Outdoor Summer Theater is presented in a natural sandstone amphitheater
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Entertainment …
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Aztec Speedway features hobby stock street stock, modified
and winged sprint car racing,
Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad
Gaming – Three area casinos offer blackjack and poker, slot
and keno machines, along with musical entertainment and
professional boxing matches
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Local colleges and universities
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San Juan College – Farmington, NM
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New Mexico Highlands University at San Juan College
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A partnership with the University of New Mexico allows student to receive a Bachelor of Science
in Education
A Master of arts in elementary or secondary education will be offered beginning Fall 2002
Dine College – Shiprock, NM
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A partnership with San Juan College allows students to receive Bachelor in Business
Administration, Accounting, Social Work, Early Childhood Education, Criminal Justice; and
Masters in Educational Leadership (administration), Social Work and Business Administration;
and offers a Special Education Licensure Program
University of New Mexico at Farmington (San Juan College)
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Ranked as one of the top 50 associate’s degree producers in 1999-2000
Offers over 70 degree and certificate programs
A new Health & Wellness Center features state of the art equipment
800-seat Performance Hall & meeting rooms
The Shiprock Branch of Dine College offers over 10 associate degrees
and certificate programs.
Fort Lewis College – Durango, Colo.
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24 undergraduate degree programs in the School of Arts
& Sciences and Business Administration and Education
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Area History
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The Four Corners Region has been occupied by man for thousands of years.
From the Ancient Puebloan, or Anasazi, to the modern Navajo, Ute and Hopi
tribes, the area is filled with remnants of their occupation. Massive stone
and adobe fortresses are preserved at Canyon de Chelly, Chaco Canyon,
Aztec Ruins and Mesa Verde.
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Petroglyphs and pictographs can be found along the sandstone walls of this
canyon rich country. Pottery chards and other tools found in the area
contribute to the story of highly industrious and socially sophisticated
cultures that farmed and traded with other people living in the Southwest.
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Most of the students in The District are Navajos. They call themselves Dine
which means “the people.” Oral, archaeological, linguistic and tree-ring dates
indicate the settlement of the Navajo in the Southwest between 500-1400
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The Navajo Reservation was established in 1868 in the Four Corners.
The 2000 U.S. Census reports over 160,000 Navajos
live on the reservation and over 130,000 live off the
reservation.
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Medical facilities
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San Juan Regional Medical Center – Farmington, NM
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A 160-bed hospital with a Trauma Center and Immediate Care Center, as well as
ground and regional air ambulance system serves the community of The District
Operates a comprehensive Cancer treatment center and is a partner in the 20-bed
LifeCourse Rehabilitation Center.
Provides state-of-the art diagnostic laboratory and imaging services
Is staffed by over 135 physicians in 25 areas of general and specialty practice
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One of the single largest employers in the area
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Northern Navajo Medical Center – Shiprock Service Unit
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Provides primary and specialty care in a full range of clinical areas including:
family medicine, ear, nose and throat, internal medicine, pediatrics, neurology,
ob/gyn, orthopedics, plastic surgery, podiatry, spinal cord, surgery, urology,
emergency medicine and urgent care walk-in clinic
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It also provides programs in health promotion/disease prevention, diabetes
prevention, mental health, medical laboratory, radiology, pharmacy, physical
therapy, nutrition, mammography and women’s health programs.
Is staffed by over 40 board certified medical practitioners and
over 700 full-time employees
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Housing
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Affordable housing
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A viable housing market exists in the Kirtland and Farmington areas
Rental rates for 2-bedroom homes start at $450 and 3-bedrooms start at $500
Rental rates for 2-bedroom apartments start at $410 and 3 bedrooms start at $450
Purchase prices for new homes start at approximately $80,000
District Housing
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Available to certified employees when offered employment
There are about 100 units district-wide
Available on a first-come, first serve basis
District Housing Rates
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Apartments
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2 bedroom -$310
3 bedroom -$375
Trailers
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1 bedroom -$295
2 bedroom -$305
3 bedroom -$330
2 bedroom -$285
3 bedroom -$306
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Lease agreements are available on the website
Cleaning & Damage deposits required
All basic utilities are included in rent
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Family Fun
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Farmington area
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Shiprock Area
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New sports complex
Aquatic Center features Olympic-size pool, 150 ft. waterslide, leisure pool and beach entry with
playground
Berg Park has over 7 miles of bicycle and walking trails along the Animas River
More than 39 additional parks with picnic tables and playground equipment
Soccer fields, tennis courts, handball courts
Indoor skating rink
15 Indoor movie theaters
1 Drive-in movie theater
1 Bowling alley
2 additional swimming pools
Boys & Girls Club
Adolescent and adult recreation leagues: basketball, football, baseball, softball, soccer and much
more
1 Indoor swimming pool
Boys & Girls Club
YAFL & flag football leagues
Shiprock Amateur Baseball League
Wings of America Running and Fitness Camps
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Kirtland Area
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1 Indoor swimming pool
Kirtland Youth Association offers baseball and soccer leagues
YAFL and flag football leagues
Riverside Golf Course-18 hole
Morgan Lake-fishing and windsurfing
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