COTTONWOOD DAY SCHOOL

Cottonwood Day School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Cottonwood Day School school district, located in Chinle, AZ with about 221 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education.

Cottonwood Day School, located in Chinle, Arizona, is a Bureau of Indian Education (BIE) grant-funded school situated in the heart of the Navajo Nation. Serving a student body primarily composed of Navajo children, the school is deeply integrated into the local community and is committed to providing an education that balances rigorous academic standards with the preservation of Navajo culture and language. By fostering a supportive learning environment, the school strives to prepare its students to succeed in a modern world while maintaining a strong connection to their heritage and identity.

The school places a significant emphasis on holistic student development, offering a curriculum that integrates traditional indigenous knowledge with contemporary educational practices. Cottonwood Day School serves as an essential hub for families in the Chinle area, providing not only academic instruction but also fostering a sense of community pride and resilience. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, the school works to equip students with the critical thinking skills and cultural grounding necessary to become future leaders within the Navajo Nation and beyond.

For more information, contact Cottonwood Day School at (928) 725-3235 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.