CONGRATULATIONS to Pinon High School on a job well done!! As a principal, one of the major tasks is bringing teachers and staff members together to work collaboratively with one goal in mind, students reaching educational success. It is not always easy getting everyone on the same bus and getting them to buy into the vision you may have for a particular school.
I have been lucky, I have a faculty and staff that are willing to trust me in trying the suggestions and ideas I give them as they improve their craft as educators. Sometimes, it is not easy for teachers to think outside of the box and try new things as the Field of Education is forever changing. They tend to stay in their comfort zone.
For 2 years in a row, Pinon High School has become a “B” rate school according to the Arizona Department of Education. It is also the 2nd highest performing high school on the Navajo Reservation in Arizona. From the 2022-2023 SY to the 2023-2024 SY, we improved by 7 points which is a major accomplishment. We are definitely moving up slowly, but surely.
I could not be prouder of our students and more pleased with the teachers and staff members at Pinon High School. We have come a long way and none of this would have been possible without each and every one of them!! I would like to publicly say “Thank YOU” for their commitment, dedication, and devotion to the students entrusted to our care in giving them the BEST education possible.
- Mr. Nelson, PHS Principal