Congratulations MVP Ocelots!
We’re proud to share that Mountain View Preparatory was recognized as a Distinguished School, achieving the highest Grades 3-8 English Language Arts and Math Proficiency scores among all public district schools in the Verde Valley and ranking fourth overall in Yavapai County.
This incredible achievement reflects the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of our students, staff, and families. Way to go, Ocelots! 🐾
Here at Mountain View Preparatory, Mrs. Drotzmann’s class put together a wonderful “Happy Retirement” goody bag filled with love and appreciation from her 5th grade students and parents!
What a thoughtful way to celebrate and thank someone who has made such a positive impact on so many students and families over the years. Wishing you happiness, relaxation, and many new adventures in retirement!
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Their artwork was turned into custom t-shirts, proudly made and generously donated by Gold Standard Apparel. Thank you for supporting our students and helping bring their creativity to life!
The smiles on these kiddos’ faces say it all — what a special memory for Mrs. Parker’s Kindergarten class!
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Our amazing 7th graders had the incredible opportunity to embark on a field trip to the stunning Grand Canyon! From breathtaking views to hands-on learning experiences, our students explored the geology, flora, and fauna of this natural wonder.
The trip was not only a chance to witness the beauty of nature but also to bond with classmates and create lasting memories. We are so proud of our students for their enthusiasm and curiosity!
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Students explored the canyon trails, learned about the ancient Sinagua cliff dwellings, and experienced history firsthand while taking in the beautiful views. This trip was a great opportunity for our learners to connect classroom learning to the real world through hands-on exploration and discovery.
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The summer reading program runs from May 11th through July 12th, and students can earn a prize just for signing up! We hope all of our students take part in this exciting opportunity to keep reading and learning all summer long.
Thank you, Danielle, for inspiring our students to dig into great stories this summer!
From planning activities to teaching their classmates, our learners are showing what it means to be risk-takers, communicators, and knowledgeable thinkers. We are so proud of the leadership, teamwork, and enthusiasm they are bringing to the classroom each day.
The future is bright when students are empowered to lead their own learning!
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We are excited to celebrate our Mountain View Preparatory 8th graders as they promote to high school! Wednesday, May 20th inside the MVP Gym at 4:00 PM.
Join us as we honor our students’ hard work, growth, and achievements. We can’t wait to celebrate this special milestone with our MVP families!
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If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact Ms. Young at:
byoung@cocsd.k12.az.us
Reminder: Only IVP Card-approved volunteers are allowed on campus.
Thank you for supporting our students and making Field Day a fun success!
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In Spanish class, we’ve been learning about the meaning behind Cinco de Mayo, including the history of the Battle of Puebla.
Our 1st graders have been exploring Hispanic heritage while also getting creative—building their very own taco crafts! Learning and fun make the perfect combination.
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Congratulations to our amazing Little Ocelots for representing MVP by showing integrity, responsibility, and doing the right thing—even when no one is watching. We are so proud of you!
Way to go, Ocelots! Keep up the great work and continue shining bright.
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From student-led conferences to innovative STEM projects and exciting invention conventions, our learners are taking ownership of their education and showcasing what true leadership looks like. They’re not just participating—they’re planning, creating, presenting, and inspiring.
It’s incredible to see their confidence grow as they share their ideas, solve real-world problems, and collaborate with peers and families. The future is bright when students are empowered to lead!
#MountainViewPreparfatory #HomeoftheOcelots #StudentLeadership #MVPStudents #STEMinAction #FutureInnovators #StudentLed
✨ A PERSONAL THANK YOU ✨
Hello from MVP's After-School Coordinator, Zack Jernigan! 👋
…although you might not know me as Zack anymore 😄
Back in September 🍂, before the very first day of clubs, I introduced myself to a classroom full of kindergartners and told them my name was Dragon 🐉. By the next day, half the school was calling me Mr. Dragon — and it stuck!
Now I’m Mr. Dragon everywhere 😂 — at the grocery store 🛒, at Goodwill 🏬, at local restaurants 🍔🍕 — anywhere MVP students see me. And honestly? Hearing a kiddo shout “Hi, Mr. Dragon!” 💬 makes my day every single time 💛
Yesterday, I walked into my office totally focused on the last day of Clubs 🎉. Our amazing librarian, Mrs. McDowell 📚, asked what I thought of the artwork that the equally amazing 2nd-grade teacher, Mrs. Bivanco 🍎, had put up on my wall.
“Huh…?” 🤔
I looked up… and WOW. 😲
To say I was stunned and delighted doesn’t even come close. I have rarely felt so appreciated 💖 It was such a powerful reminder of the kindness, thoughtfulness, and support I experience every single day at MVP 🌟
Being MVP’s After-School Coordinator has truly changed my life 🙏
Thank you to everyone — students 👧🧒, parents & guardians 👨👩👧, teachers 🍎, staff 💼, and of course our incredible Club Leaders 🎨⚽📖 — for everything you do to support me and our program.
Our students are so lucky… and honestly, so are we 💫
❤️
— Mr. Dragon 🐉
Students focused on engineering and design, making sure their rockets were built correctly and tested successfully. Through hands-on learning, they explored how changes in design can impact speed, stability, and flight performance.
What an exciting way to bring science to life! Middle schoolers at Mountain View Preparatory had a blast in science class launching their rockets while studying force and motion and how they work together!
Students focused on engineering and design, making sure their rockets were built correctly and tested successfully. Through hands-on learning, they explored how changes in design can impact speed, stability, and flight performance.
What an exciting way to bring science to life!
Last Thursday was our MVP After-School Showcase Night! So many people came out to see our amazing Cheer performance, shoot at our indoor Archery range, tumble on our Gymnastics mats, try out a Ukulele, and twirl Flowstars — not to mention enjoy hotdogs and tater tots from our amazing good services crew! Thank you for all your support this year. We'll see you this week for our last four days of clubs!
Mrs. Bivanco’s 2nd grade class has officially met their donation goals for our APEX Fundraiser and is now celebrating with the cupcake party they worked so hard to earn!
Way to go, 2nd graders! Your teamwork, effort, and determination truly paid off.
Let’s keep the momentum going and make this week another big win!
When pledging opens go to www.myapexevent.com and log in using your child’s unique ACCESS CODE. Their Access Code and a QR code for the site can be found on their VIP Badge.
Use the “Share Wizard” tool to send a donation link to ten family members and friends via email, text, and social media asking that they donate online to help our school.
Make a flat donation
How Can You Help? LOG IN - SHARE - PLEDGE
Need help finding your child’s access code? You can find it on their VIP Badge, or use the code of a sibling.
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #APEXFundraiser #CupcakeCelebration #GoalGetters #2ndGradeSuccess #TeamworkMakesTheDreamWork #MVPpride #KeepItGoing
This was a beautiful reminder that sometimes the smallest moments make the biggest impact.
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MakingADifference #StudentSupport #PositiveSchoolCulture #LittleMomentsBigImpact #KindnessMatters #TeacherAppreciation #BuildingConnections
Today was our Apex Pep Rally kicking off our two-week fundraiser and leadership program! The Apex Team will be on campus sharing amazing leadership lessons and helping our school raise money for KINDERGARTEN PLAYGROUND ENHANCEMENTS: UPGRADE TO TURF, MORE SHADE AND ADD A PICNIC METAL TABLE!!! The fundraiser will end with a super fun celebration event on FRIDAY APRIL 24TH!!!
This Year’s Leadership Theme: APEX LEVEL UP - As leaders who Level Up, we believe that every action we take helps us grow stronger, aim higher, and become better leaders today and tomorrow!
Our First Challenge: LOGIN CHALLENGE !!!! The class that goes home tonight and has the MOST students LOGIN will get an APEX BIRTHDAY PARTY !! birthday hats🎉, cupcakes, 🧁 music 🎶 and a 🪅 filled with your kiddos favorite candy 🍬 !!!
Go to www.myapexevent.com and log in using your child’s unique ACCESS CODE. Their Access Code and a QR code for the site can be found on their VIP Badge which is coming home TODAY.
Use the “Share Wizard” tool to send a donation link to 10 family members and friends via email, text, and social media asking that they donate online to help our school.
Make a flat donation!
Be on the lookout for daily updates regarding our pledge totals as a class along with other information about the big event next week. Check out this document for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Thank you for your support in making a difference for our MVP community!
IMPORTANT DATES:
Pledging Opens: 04/15/26 Event Day: 04/24/26 WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?
When pledging opens go to www.myapexevent.com and log in using your child’s unique ACCESS CODE. Their Access Code and a QR code for the site can be found on their VIP Badge. Use the “Share Wizard” tool to send a donation link to ten family members and friends via email, text, and social media asking that they donate online to help our school. Make a flat donation.
#MountainViewPreparatory #HomeoftheOcelots #MVPPTA #MVP #APEXFundraiser #MVPFamilies #PlaygroundUpgrade #SupportOurSchool
IMPORTANT DATES:
Pledging Opens: 04/15/26 Event Day: 04/24/26 WHAT CAN YOU DO TO HELP?
When pledging opens go to www.myapexevent.com and log in using your child’s unique ACCESS CODE. Their Access Code and a QR code for the site can be found on their VIP Badge.
Use the “Share Wizard” tool to send a donation link to ten family members and friends via email, text, and social media asking that they donate online to help our school. Make a flat donation.
