UPCOMING SPORT EVENTS!!
Come on out and support the Thoreau Hawks!!
GO HAWKS GO!!
Come on out and support the Thoreau Hawks!!
GO HAWKS GO!!
**Food and Beverage Reminder for Hawk Families**
Beginning October 12, Thoreau High School staff will consistently enforce our schoolwide food and beverage expectations.
Food, including fast food and other outside food, may not be eaten inside classrooms. Students must eat food in the cafeteria during designated breakfast and lunch times.
Only bottled water and bottled sports drinks will be permitted in classrooms.
Starbucks drinks, fountain drinks, energy drinks, and other outside beverages will NOT be allowed.
Students should finish their food before reporting to class. Bringing food or beverages to school will not excuse a student from arriving to class late.
Thank you for helping us maintain clean, focused classrooms that are ready for learning.
**PSAT/NMSQT Testing Reminder**
Thoreau High School students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will complete their first interim assessment on Wednesday, October 7.
Students must arrive at school by 8:00 a.m. Testing will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Students must bring:
Their school-issued laptop
Their laptop charger
It is extremely important that every student bring their laptop and charger. Please charge the laptop fully the night before testing.
Thank you for helping our students arrive on time and prepared to do their best!
Thoreau High School students in grades 9, 10, and 11 will complete their first interim assessment on Wednesday, October 7.
Students must arrive at school by 8:00 a.m. Testing will begin promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Students must bring:
Their school-issued laptop
Their laptop charger
It is extremely important that every student bring their laptop and charger. Please charge the laptop fully the night before testing.
Thank you for helping our students arrive on time and prepared to do their best!
THOREAU HIGH SCHOOL HOMECOMING 2026!!
We are excited to recognize this year's Homecoming Candidates and celebrate their leadership, involvement, and school spirit. We wish each candidate the best of luck and hope they enjoy this memorable experience.
As Homecoming is next week, we encourage everyone to participate in our Spirit Week activities. Dress up, Parade, get involved, and show your Hawk pride as we come together to celebrate our school and our amazing students.
Let's make this Homecoming Week one to remember. Go Hawks! đź’šđź’›
We are excited to recognize this year's Homecoming Candidates and celebrate their leadership, involvement, and school spirit. We wish each candidate the best of luck and hope they enjoy this memorable experience.
As Homecoming is next week, we encourage everyone to participate in our Spirit Week activities. Dress up, Parade, get involved, and show your Hawk pride as we come together to celebrate our school and our amazing students.
Let's make this Homecoming Week one to remember. Go Hawks! đź’šđź’›
Happy Custodian Appreciation Day!!
We would like to recognize and thank our amazing custodial staff. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to keeping our school clean, safe, and welcoming do not go unnoticed. You are an important part of what makes Thoreau High School such a great place for our students and staff, and we truly appreciate all that you do.
We would like to recognize and thank our amazing custodial staff. Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to keeping our school clean, safe, and welcoming do not go unnoticed. You are an important part of what makes Thoreau High School such a great place for our students and staff, and we truly appreciate all that you do.
🏆 Congratulations to the Thoreau Cross Country teams for sweeping the Newcomb Skyhawks Invitational!
The girls captured first place, led by freshman Aaliyah Kemp’s third-place finish and Paige Walthall’s top-10 performance. Adriana Kemp, Shyann Yazzie, and Haley Hill also delivered strong races to help secure the victory.
The boys earned first place behind gutsy performances from Taylen Endito and Herbert Yazzie, who finished second and third. Daniel Jameson and Naythan Cleveland placed in the top 10, while Staton Yazzie’s strong finish secured the team victory.
Fantastic job, Hawks! đź’šđź’›
The girls captured first place, led by freshman Aaliyah Kemp’s third-place finish and Paige Walthall’s top-10 performance. Adriana Kemp, Shyann Yazzie, and Haley Hill also delivered strong races to help secure the victory.
The boys earned first place behind gutsy performances from Taylen Endito and Herbert Yazzie, who finished second and third. Daniel Jameson and Naythan Cleveland placed in the top 10, while Staton Yazzie’s strong finish secured the team victory.
Fantastic job, Hawks! đź’šđź’›
Ready for a New Challenge?
McKinley Academy is now accepting applications for Spring 2027!
We are looking for current 9th–11th grade students who are ready to take their high school experience to the next level through our early college program.
Application Deadline: November 20
All application paperwork must be completed and the Accuplacer must be passed by December 4 to be considered for admission.
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, earn college credit, and become part of the McKinley Academy community, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and start your next chapter at McKinley Academy! McKinley Academy New Student Application for Enrollment – Fill out form. Call us at 505-721-4200 with questions.
McKinley Academy is now accepting applications for Spring 2027!
We are looking for current 9th–11th grade students who are ready to take their high school experience to the next level through our early college program.
Application Deadline: November 20
All application paperwork must be completed and the Accuplacer must be passed by December 4 to be considered for admission.
If you’re ready to challenge yourself, earn college credit, and become part of the McKinley Academy community, we’d love to hear from you!
Apply today and start your next chapter at McKinley Academy! McKinley Academy New Student Application for Enrollment – Fill out form. Call us at 505-721-4200 with questions.
ATTENTION:
DUE TO THE WEATHER AND RAIN THE JV FOOTBALL GAME HAS BEEN CANCELLED TONIGHT.
THOREAU VARSITY FOOTBALL PRESENTS:
Thoreau Hawks vs. Aztec Tigers
(AWAY GAME) @ Aztec High School
Tonight Sept 11, 2026
Purchase tickets below:
https://gofan.co/event/6771796?schoolId=NM8092
*GO HAWKS GO*
Thoreau Hawks vs. Aztec Tigers
(AWAY GAME) @ Aztec High School
Tonight Sept 11, 2026
Purchase tickets below:
https://gofan.co/event/6771796?schoolId=NM8092
*GO HAWKS GO*
AHA has officially started!!
Need a little extra help with your classes? Join us for After Hours Academy!
Our teachers are available after school to help students succeed:
Mr. Baun – ELA & Social Studies (Room 228)
Mrs. Paul – Credit Recovery (Room 202)
Mrs. Tabares – Math & Science (Room 206)
Take advantage of this opportunity to get tutoring, complete assignments, improve grades, and stay on track for success!
Need a little extra help with your classes? Join us for After Hours Academy!
Our teachers are available after school to help students succeed:
Mr. Baun – ELA & Social Studies (Room 228)
Mrs. Paul – Credit Recovery (Room 202)
Mrs. Tabares – Math & Science (Room 206)
Take advantage of this opportunity to get tutoring, complete assignments, improve grades, and stay on track for success!
High school sports teams can now gear up in style with exclusive, customizable merch from BSN. Explore the collection, pick your favorites, and show off your school pride before it’s gone! These shops are open for a limited time only, so be sure to head to your school shop NOW. Visit your school’s homepage and look for the BSN Shop button with the shopping cart icon to get started.
Lady Hawks Volleyball Presents:
Thoreau Hawks vs. Newcomb Sky Hawks
(JV, and Varsity game only)
Sep. 8th starting @ 5:00PM
Thoreau High School Gymnasium
COME OUT! CHEER AND SUPPORT OUR LADY HAWKS TO VICTORY
**Please NO outside food or drinks will be permitted**
Cards ONLY will be accepted at the concession stand.
Updated Sports Schedule for JV Football, Volleyball, and Varsity Football.
**Times and Dates are subject to change**
(Follow our Social Media Page and the Schools Website for upcoming events or changes)
Updated 8/28/26
GO HAWKS GO!
**Times and Dates are subject to change**
(Follow our Social Media Page and the Schools Website for upcoming events or changes)
Updated 8/28/26
GO HAWKS GO!
Sports Schedule:
There was a few changes made to the Fall Sports Schedules. Schedules of each sport will be uploaded by the end of today with all updates and changes.
*Remember that all schedules are subject to change*
HOME OF THE FIGHTING HAWKS!!
There was a few changes made to the Fall Sports Schedules. Schedules of each sport will be uploaded by the end of today with all updates and changes.
*Remember that all schedules are subject to change*
HOME OF THE FIGHTING HAWKS!!
Thoreau High School Newsletter for the Month of September 2026
*Please follow our social media page and check out our school website for important dates or changes to games*
*Please follow our social media page and check out our school website for important dates or changes to games*
Juniors and Seniors!
Are you interested in leadership and environmental action? Apply to the Land of Enchantment Young Ambassadors Program! You will participate in community clean-up projects, receive leadership training, and....... get a $3,000 stipend when you complete your fellowship and projects! The application deadline is today! Don’t miss your chance to give back to your community and earn while making a difference. Scan the QR code or visit https://www.breakingbadhabits.nm.gov/youth/ for more information.
VARSITY AND JV FOOTBALL UPDATE/CHANGES:
**VARSITY FOOTBALL**
Time changes for games:
- 9/11 @ Aztec High, will now be at 6PM (AWAY)
- 10/23 @ West Las Vegas High, will now be at 6PM (AWAY)
**JV FOOTBALL**
added games:
- 8/22 @ Santa Rosa 11AM (AWAY)
- 9/5 VS. Bloomfield 11AM (HOME)
**VARSITY FOOTBALL**
Time changes for games:
- 9/11 @ Aztec High, will now be at 6PM (AWAY)
- 10/23 @ West Las Vegas High, will now be at 6PM (AWAY)
**JV FOOTBALL**
added games:
- 8/22 @ Santa Rosa 11AM (AWAY)
- 9/5 VS. Bloomfield 11AM (HOME)
We're Hiring! Crownpoint High School is looking for a skilled welding teacher for this upcoming school year. See the flyer for details!
As the new school year approaches, McKinley Academy is excited to welcome students back for orientation.
Orientation is your opportunity to pick up your class schedule, laptop, textbooks (where applicable), and school supplies, while getting ready for a successful start to the school year.
Orientation Schedule:
• Incoming 9th Grade: August 5 | 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | New McKinley Academy Building (West Side of Gurley Hall)
• Returning 10th Grade: August 12 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall Auditorium
• New 10th, 11th & 12th Grade Students: August 13 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall Auditorium
• Returning 11th & 12th Grade Students: August 11-14 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall, Room 100
We look forward to seeing all of our students as we prepare for another great year. Classes begin Monday, August 17.
Orientation is your opportunity to pick up your class schedule, laptop, textbooks (where applicable), and school supplies, while getting ready for a successful start to the school year.
Orientation Schedule:
• Incoming 9th Grade: August 5 | 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | New McKinley Academy Building (West Side of Gurley Hall)
• Returning 10th Grade: August 12 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall Auditorium
• New 10th, 11th & 12th Grade Students: August 13 | 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall Auditorium
• Returning 11th & 12th Grade Students: August 11-14 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Calvin Hall, Room 100
We look forward to seeing all of our students as we prepare for another great year. Classes begin Monday, August 17.
Welcome Back to the New School Year!
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.
Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!
Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to kick off another year of learning, growth, and community.
Students, we can't wait to see you on August 5th for the first day of school!
Before that, we're welcoming our staff back: 194-day staff return on August 3rd, and 192-day staff return on August 4th. We're glad to have you back and ready to make this year a great one for our students.
