Join us for the STUDENT‑LED CONFERENCE — watch your student lead, share their stories, and show learning in action.
Date: 23 February 2026
Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Tohatchi High School — School of Business: Igniting Ventures
Meals will be provided. Make an appointment now.
Questions or to schedule: email or call your student’s Employability class teacher.
Contact: 505‑721‑4800
Come proud. Ask questions. Cheer them on. Don’t miss this moment — see you there, Cougars! 🐾
Our students from Ramah High School and Tohatchi High School are representing their schools and communities at the Business Professionals of America – New Mexico State Leadership Conference 2026!
STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
February 19–21, 2026
2025–2026 State Theme: Unmask Your Potential!
#TheRealYouNMBPA26
Tohatchi HS BPA Chapter
• 25 students competing
• 20 competitive events
• 10 open events
Ramah HS BPA Chapter
• 18 students competing
• 27 different competitive events
That’s 43 students stepping into leadership, professionalism, and high-level competition across dozens of business, technology, and leadership categories.
These students have been preparing, practicing, and pushing themselves to grow — and now they’re taking their talents to the state level.
Community, family, alumni, and friends — drop your shoutouts and good luck messages below for our Ramah and Tohatchi BPA students! Let’s show them the full strength of our support as they represent us with pride.
Go Ramah!
Go Tohatchi!
Go BPA!
#BPA #NMBPA #CTEWorks #CareerReady #StudentLeadership #UnmaskYourPotential #TheRealYouNMBPA26
🎉 Congratulations to our amazing students! 🎉
We are proud to share that 4 out of 5 of our presentations placed at the HLC Social Studies Fair! Our students worked hard, honored their topics, and represented our school with excellence. 🌟
🏅 3rd Place:
Kaylee Yazzie — “Balancing Hozho with Economic Growth”
🥈 2nd Place:
Kyla Bitsie, Reyes Lee, Waunekia Long —
“How have traditional Diné values influenced modern Diné leadership?”
🥇 1st Place:
Leigh Etsitty & Raiden Vandervere —
“How does Asdzaa Nadleehi represent the strength and sacredness of Asdzání within a family and community life?”
🥇 1st Place:
Brina Begaye, Trinity Tsosie, Nevaeh Yazzie —
“How did the clan system begin, and what is the importance on Diné history and identity?”
✨ We are so proud of your hard work, dedication, and the respect you brought to your research. Great job, students! ✨
📅✨ Happening This Week | February 15–22, 2026 ✨📅
❤️🤍 Let’s have a great week, Cougars!
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🇺🇸 Monday, February 16, 2026
No School – President’s Day
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🏀 Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Boys Basketball (C, JV, V)
📍 Tohatchi @ Navajo Prep (AWAY)
🕓 4:00 PM
⚠️ SOLD OUT EVENT
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🌟 Wednesday, February 18, 2026
👏 Senior of the Month – Gallup Rotary Luncheon
Congratulations to Raymel Begay!
📚 HLC Social Studies Fair
📍 Red Rock State Park, Gallup, NM
🎓 Fort Lewis College Trip (Seniors)
📍 Durango, Colorado
🏀 Girls Basketball (C, JV, V)
📍 Navajo Prep vs Tohatchi (HOME)
🕓 4:00 PM
🤼 Wrestling Senior Recognition Night
🎉 Varsity Halftime
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💼 Thursday–Saturday, February 19–21, 2026
BPA State Conference
📍 Albuquerque, New Mexico
Good luck to our BPA members!
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🥎 Saturday, February 21, 2026
Tohatchi Softball (V)
📍 Navajo Prep Round Robin Scrimmage
Farmington Sports Complex
2302 Pinon Hills Blvd, Farmington, NM
Schedule of Games:
⏰ 8:00 AM – vs Thoreau (Field 8)
⏰ 10:40 AM – vs Grants (Field 8)
⏰ 1:20 PM – vs Navajo Prep (Field 5)
⏰ 4:00 PM – vs Monument Valley (Field 5)
⏰ 5:20 PM – vs Navajo Prep (Field 5)
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🔥 Let’s show our Cougar pride all week long!
Have a great week, Tohatchi! ❤️🤍
Gallup-McKinley County Schools is excited to host our Spring 2026 College & Career Fair for our Junior Class!
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Gallup High School Gym
Session 1: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Session 2: 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Lunch will be provided
This is an incredible opportunity for colleges, universities, technical schools, military representatives, industries, and career organizations to connect with ambitious GMCS juniors who are preparing for their postsecondary journey.
Showcase your programs, scholarships, certifications, career pathways, jobs, apprenticeships, internships, and resources — and help inspire the next generation of scholars and leaders.
Last day to register: March 6, 2026
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register
For questions:
505-721-1000
mbond1@gmcs.org
adelacr1@gmcs.org
Let’s work together to elevate success through rigor, relevance, and relationships.
#GMCS #CollegeAndCareerReady #CCCR #Pathways #FutureFocused #CollegeAccess #CareerExploration #Spring2026
Join us February 18–20, 2026 at Red Rock Park for our Heritage Language and Culture Social Studies Fair!
February 18, 2026
7th & 10th Grade (All Schools)
February 19, 2026
5th Grade
(Crownpoint, Twin Lakes, Navajo, David Skeet, Catherine Miller, Stagecoach, Del Norte, Jefferson)
February 20, 2026
5th Grade
(Thoreau, Tohatchi, Ramah, Chee Dodge, Lincoln, Tobe Turpen, Indian Hills, Red Rock)
This event is open to the public, and we encourage parents and community members to stop by and see all the fun and creative projects our students have been working so hard on. Come support our students and celebrate their amazing work!
🎉 Big Congratulations to Bailey Chato! 🎉
We are proud to share that Bailey Chato has been accepted to participate in the NM MESA SIFT Trip! 👏✨
This is an incredible achievement and a testament to Bailey’s hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence in STEM. The NM MESA SIFT experience provides students with hands-on learning opportunities, career exploration, and collaboration with peers from across New Mexico.
Way to represent our school with pride! ❤️💛
We can’t wait to hear about your experience!
#NMESA #STEMSuccess #StudentAchievement #ProudMoment
📣 HAPPENING THIS WEEK | February 9–15, 2026 📣
Get ready, Cougars! 🐾 Here’s what’s coming up this week—mark your calendars and come out to support our students and athletes!
Monday | February 9
🏃♂️ Track & Field Official Practice Begins
➡️ Please check with Coach John for the practice schedule.
Tuesday | February 10
🏀 Boys’ Basketball (C, JV, V)
📍 Crownpoint vs Tohatchi (HOME)
⏰ 4:00 PM
🎓 Senior Recognition Night
Wednesday | February 11
🏀 Girls’ Basketball (JV, V)
📍 Newcomb vs Tohatchi (HOME)
⏰ 5:00 PM
🎉 Halftime Special Event
🎓 Senior Recognition Night
🚌 10th Grade Field Trip
📍 Farmington, New Mexico
Thursday | February 12
🏀 Boys’ Basketball (C, JV, V)
📍 Tohatchi at Newcomb (AWAY)
⏰ 4:00 PM
🏀 Girls’ Basketball (JV ONLY)
📍 Tohatchi at Gallup (AWAY)
⏰ 4:00 PM
Friday | February 13
🏀 Girls’ Basketball (C, JV, V)
📍 Tohatchi at Wingate (AWAY)
⏰ 4:00 PM
Saturday | February 14
🏀 Boys’ Basketball (C, JV, V)
📍 Wingate vs Tohatchi (HOME)
⏰ 11:00 AM
🚪 Doors open at 10:15 AM
House Bill 253 is being heard 02/09 at 8:30 AM, and your voice matters.
If this bill passes it will cause a $47 million dollar shortfall for GMCS this year - but there is still time to stop this legislation from moving forward. We are asking our community to please call and email members of the House Education Committee and our local legislators and urge them to vote NO on HB 253.
Please know this: GMCS is doing everything within its power to avoid any negative consequences to our students, staff, and community. We are actively advocating, working with legislators, and fighting to protect the funding our students depend on. A few minutes of your time telling our legislators to vote NO on House Bill 253 will make a real difference. Thank you for standing with our students and schools.
We are asking our community to please call and email members of the House of Education Committee and our local legislatures and urge them to vote NO to HB 253.
We are asking our community to please call and email members of the House of Education Committee and our local legislatures and urge them to vote NO to HB 253.
Chair
G. Andrés Romero – 505-514-9574
andres.romero@nmlegis.gov
Vice Chair
Joy Garratt – 505-986-4341
joy.garratt@nmlegis.gov
Ranking Member
Brian G. Baca – 505-986-4221
brian.baca@nmlegis.gov
Members
Jack Chatfield – 505-986-4467 – jack.chatfield@nmlegis.gov
Catherine J. Cullen – 505-986-4226 – catherine.cullen@nmlegis.gov
Martha Garcia – 505-986-4464 – martha.garcia@nmlegis.gov
Anita Gonzales – 505-986-4255 – anita.gonzales@nmlegis.gov
Yanira Gurrola – 505-986-4435 – yanira.gurrola@nmlegis.gov
Raymundo Lara – 505-986-4777 – raymundo.lara@nmlegis.gov
Tanya Mirabal Moya – 505-986-4214 – Tanya.MirabalMoya@nmlegis.gov
Patricia Roybal Caballero – 505-986-4416 – pat.roybalcaballero@nmlegis.gov
E. Diane Torres-Velásquez – 505-986-4255 -diane.torresvelasquez@nmlegis.gov
Harlan Vincent – 505-986-4450 – Harlan.Vincent@nmlegis.gov
Representatives:
Michelle Paulene Abeyta - 505-986-4254 - michelle.abeyta@nmlegis.gov
Martha Garcia - 505-986-4464 - martha.garcia@nmlegis.gov
D. Wonda Johnson - 505-986-4433 - dwonda.johnson@nmlegis.gov
Patricia A. Lundstrom - 505-986-4249 - patricia.lundstrom@nmlegis.gov
Senators:
George K. Muñoz - 505-986-4371 - george.munoz@nmlegis.gov
Shannon D. Pinto - 505-986-4835 - shannon.pinto@nmlegis.gov
Please visit our website for more information on HB 253. https://www.gmcs.org/page/hb
Kyle Martinez
Assistant Principal, Shiwi Ts'ana Elementary
Athletic Director, Zuni Public School District
Here is some information to share with coaches and players that will help your fans and drivers navigate around the facility. The bus will be allowed to unload players in the bus loop, but will have to park in the back (northside parking) after the players unload, as the bus loop will be busy until 4:15 pm. Please see the attached map. The bus is welcome to move to the front after 4:15 pm. All other visitors must park in the back.
We charge for admission. Admission is cashless using GoFan, I have included the link:
https://gofan.co/event/6025102?schoolId=NM13934
The concession stand is cashless, card only. We have a clear bag policy in effect, no outside food or drinks allowed, and no pets (except for service animals). There will be security checking bags at the door. If there is anything else I can help you with, let me know.
Thank you in advance for your patience and cooperation during our construction phase.
Here’s what’s happening this week at Tohatchi
📅 February 2–8, 2026
🔹 Monday | Feb 2
📸 Senior Pictures | 1:00–2:00 PM (Band Room)
🏀 Winter Sports Pictures | 3:00–4:00 PM (Gymnasium)
⚾🥎 Official Practice Begins for Baseball & Softball
🔹 Tuesday | Feb 3
🏀 Boys Basketball (C, JV, V) Tohatchi @ Zuni (AWAY) | ⏰ 4:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets: Zuni Thunderbirds vs Tohatchi Cougars – Feb 3, 2026
🚨 Event Alert:
No re-entry
Clear Bag Policy enforced
No outside food or drinks
No pets (except registered service animals)
Violations may result in removal and/or loss of future event privileges.
🔹 Wednesday | Feb 4
🏀 Girls Basketball (C, JV, V)
Zuni @ Tohatchi (HOME) | ⏰ 4:00 PM
🌟 Parent Recognition Night
🔹 Thursday | Feb 5
🏀 Boys Basketball (C, JV, V)
Thoreau @ Tohatchi (HOME) | ⏰ 4:00 PM
🔹 Friday | Feb 6
🏀 Girls Basketball (C, JC, V)
Tohatchi @ Thoreau (AWAY) | ⏰ 4:00 PM
🔹 Saturday | Feb 7
🏀 Girls Basketball (C, JC, V)
Tohatchi @ Crownpoint (AWAY) | ⏰ 11:00 AM
✨ Have a great week, Cougars!
Let’s show our school spirit and support our teams!
This year’s theme, “School Counselors Amplify Student Success,” truly reflects the powerful and lasting impact they make every day. A special thank you to our counselor, Stanley Cornfield, for his dedication, guidance, and unwavering support of our students.
Your work truly makes a difference! 💙📚
📍 Freshman Walking Tour – Downtown Gallup 👟✨
Our freshmen had a successful walking tour of downtown Gallup, visiting local businesses including Cha’ah, Quintana’s Music Center, Silverdust, Kestrel, Gallup Coffee Shop, Zimmerman, and the Chamber of Commerce.
Students heard directly from business owners about how a business works—from daily operations to customer service and entrepreneurship: real stories, real advice, and real-world learning right in our community.
Thank you to our local businesses for welcoming our students and investing in the next generation! 💼📚
#FreshmanSuccess #DowntownGallup #RealWorldLearning #BusinessEducation #CommunityPartnerships #CareerReadiness
By Tyler Dunkel
Posted January 26, 2026
In General News, Press Releases
Tournament passes will go on sale to the public starting Thursday, February 5th at 9:00 a.m. until March 4th at 12:00 Noon
***NEW Process for February 5th ONLY***
Visit www.nmact.org on this day at 9:00 a.m. and click the link on the homepage to purchase 2026 tournament passes
Complete the form and hit submit
An NMAA Representative will call you in the order in which the form was received.
NO IN PERSON SALES WILL TAKE PLACE ON THIS DAY
For help with this process on February 5th please call 505.923.3110
To Purchase Tournament passes after February 5th– call 505.923.3266
