Communications

Effective communication between home and school is essential for student success. Sedona-Oak Creek Unified School District utilizes multiple communication channels to keep families informed about important news, events, and educational opportunities.

District Strategic Priorities

Priority #1: High Student Achievement (Instruction)

Learner-focused instruction meets the needs of our diverse student population and aligns with the district’s professional development system and accreditation standards for growth in learning.

Overarching Goal/Purpose: Develop and/or sustain a strong educational program to maximize the academic growth and personal achievement of every student

Priority #2: Positive, Safe, and Healthy Environment (Learning Environment)

A culture for nurturing learning and teaching by anticipating and meeting underlying needs is foundational for enabling students to thrive.

Overarching Goal/Purpose: Sustain a positive culture throughout the district to promote social, emotional, and physical safety and a healthy environment

Priority #3: Highly Performing and Supported Staff (Employees)

The accomplished and skillful faculty and support essential for engagement in learning are attracted, supported, and honored through systematized professional learning opportunities and time allocated for collegial engagement toward continuous improvement.

Overarching Goal/Purpose: Promote continuing staff excellence and support their needs to ensure academic success for all students

Priority #4: Effective Communication (Community Engagement)

Leadership of learning relies on interpersonal, organizational, and inter-agency shared goals, informed participants, and an engaged community.

Overarching Goal/Purpose: Develop and/or sustain effective communication systems that ensure operational efficiency, stakeholder involvement and satisfaction, and positive public perception of district educational programs

Priority #5: Effective Use of Resources (Organization)

Directing material and human resources to optimize student learning and employee effectiveness is imperative to the leadership of learning.

Overarching Goal/Purpose: Increase operational efficiency and district funding resources

Primary Communication Channels

District Website
Our website serves as the central hub for district information, including news updates, calendar events, policies, and important announcements. Visit our website often for the most current information.

PowerSchool Parent/Student Portal
Access real-time information about your student’s academic progress, attendance, assignments, and school announcements through our secure online portal.

Social Media
Follow us on Facebook for regular updates, photos from school events, and the celebration of student achievements.

Newsletter
Monthly district and school newsletters highlight achievements, upcoming events, and important information for families. See our News page for the latest news and events.

Emergency Communications
In case of emergencies or urgent situations, we utilize our rapid notification system to ensure families receive immediate updates about school safety and closure information.

Translation Services
Communication materials are available in Spanish, and we provide interpretation services for families who need language assistance.