Nizhoni Accelerated Academy

Hello Nizhoni School Family,

Welcome to the 2024-2025 school year at Nizhoni Accelerated Academy (NAA) School. Whether you are brand new to our school or are a proud veteran, we know you will have a fantastic year.

My name is Ms. DuShon Monongye from the Hopi Nation. I come from the village of Old Orayvi, Arizona. My clanship is Pikyaswungwa (corn clan). I am very excited to be starting the 2024-2025 school year as the Interim Director of Nizhoni Accelerated Academy. I have a combined twenty-eight years of experience in education and am a proud alumnus of Northern Arizona University. I have been a school counselor for 28 years (23 years for high school junior and senior students and 5 years elementary, K-6), an elementary Second Step Program instructor for 5 years, a high school and elementary school cheer coach for a combined 19 years and now as an administrator.

My message for us all is that we nurture the spirit, intellect, and energy of our students as we continue to establish a positive and productive learning environment that promotes achievement, belonging, confidence and passion for learning in our students. NAA places great emphasis on creating and sustaining a caring community and environment as we begin to evolve into a trauma informed resilient school.

Our community of incredibly talented teachers and support staff is dedicated to the complex and rewarding task of educating students to become productive, independent, critical thinkers. NAA values enrichment opportunities as we encourage our students to take advantage of as many opportunities as they can.

My team and I look forward to working with you and the community of Tuba City. My staff are very dedicated and committed to providing a supportive environment for all.

Have a great school year.

Asqwali (thank you)

Ms. Monongye, M.Ed.
NAA Interim Director