Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School is a public school located in Gap, Arizona and is a part of the Tuba City Unified School District serving children on the Navajo Reservation. The Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School building was completed in the year 2004 and has been playing a significant role in providing the best education to its students. Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School offers quality education to students in grades, Kindergarten through Fourth Grade.
Greetings Parents and Guardians,
I am writing to share an important update from last month’s board meeting. I, Ms. Kayla Hanks, have been appointed as Acting Principal of our elementary school. I will be overseeing our students, staff, and teachers until the principal position is permanently filled. I strongly believe in our mission, vision, and motto. I want to introduce myself and reassure you that together, we are working toward our overall goal of increasing student achievement by 10%.
To help us reach this goal, I’d like to remind parents and guardians of the following:
1. Student Attendance – Attendance is vital to your child’s success. While absences for illness or family emergencies are understandable, please avoid unnecessary absences. Each day missed is a full day of new knowledge lost, and catching up can be challenging. Teachers typically have only 4–5 days to teach a reading standard, so every day counts.
2. Student Illness – For the health and safety of all, please keep your child at home if they are sick.
3. Concerns About Students – Please address concerns with your child’s teacher first. Building a positive, respectful relationship with your child’s teacher helps ensure clear communication and support for your child.
We are committed to keeping our students safe and helping them reach high expectations in their learning environment.
Upcoming Dates & Events:
● 1st Quarter Ends: Friday, October 3, 2025 is when first quarter ends and grades will be mailed home.
● Early Dismissal: Monday, October 6, 2025
● STUCO: Congratulations to our STUCO Representatives! We have all positions filled. We are excited to see you showcase your leadership this school year!
● Tutoring Days: Tutoring letters were handed out to students that would greatly benefit academically and ensure support on reading and math skills. Tutoring is on every Wednesday from 3-5pm.
● Awards Day: Wednesday, October 15, 2025 is our Awards Day for 1st Quarter beginning at 1:30pm. Join us as we celebrate our students’ achievements in the first quarter of this school year.
● Fall Break: Fall Break will be on October 17-20, 2025, there will be no school on these days.
Thank you for your continued commitment and dedication to our school and students. We are excited to see our hallways filled with energy, growth, and new learning!
Sincerely, Ms. Kayla Hanks Acting Principal
TCUSD increased overall scores by 113%, jumping from a 7% math proficiency in 2023 to a 19% proficiency in 2025.
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Our Mission
At Tsinaabaas Habitiin Elementary School, we are committed to helping every child grow through personalized support, meaningful relationships, and high expectations in a safe and caring environment
Our Vision
To foster confident, respectful, and successful learners in a close-knit school community — where every child is seen, supported, and inspired to become a lifelong learner and positive leader.
Our Motto
Together
Helping
Every Student
Succeed
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