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Principal's Letter

August 3, 2026

 

Dear TCJHS Families,

 

Welcome back! We are excited to begin a new school year and look forward to a year filled with learning, growth, and Braves Pride. Our staff is committed to providing a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment for all students.

 

Please take note of the following important reminders:

Daily Schedule

· Students may arrive on campus beginning at 7:10 a.m.

· School starts promptly at 7:40 a.m.

Early Dismissal Wednesdays

· Every Wednesday is Early Dismissal Day.

· Students are dismissed at 11:40 a.m.

· Please ensure timely pickup if your child does not ride the bus.

Student Safety & Transportation Changes

· Students who walk home must have a parent/guardian note on file.

· This is especially important for students who normally ride the bus but will be walking home.

· Any changes to a student's dismissal plans must be communicated to the front office before 12:00 p.m. on regular school days. On early dismissal days, please contact the front office by 9:00 a.m. to ensure students’ safety and avoid confusion.

Cell Phones

· Cell phones must be turned off during school hours.

· Any communication between students and parents during the school day should be made through the front office.

 

Thank you for your partnership and support. Working together, we can make this a successful school year for all students. We are excited to welcome everyone back and look forward to a fantastic year of learning and achievement!

 

Respectfully,

 

Ms. C. Benally

Principal

 

 

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Principal Constance Benally, Ed.Sp.

"I have been in education for 26 years, with 19 of these years dedicated to the Tuba City Unified School District. Over the course of my career, I’ve had the privilege of serving in a variety of roles, including school counselor, classroom teacher, dean of students, and now principal."

Meet The Principal

 

Hello! My name is Constance Benally, and I am proud to serve as the Principal of Tuba City Jr. High School.
I am passionate about working with teachers, parents, and students, and I strongly believe that every individual has the potential to become a positive, contributing citizen.  My goal is to help nurture that potential by fostering a supportive and empowering school environment.
I truly love and respect my teachers for their hard work and unwavering dedication to our students. Tuba City Jr. High School holds a special place in my heart, and I find great joy in watching our students grow academically, emotionally, and socially as they become confident and self-sufficient young adults.
I look forward to continuing to serve our school community and working together to ensure success for all our students.

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District Quarter 1 Activities

Early Dismissal Wednesdays

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Q1: August 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th September 2nd, 9th, 23rd, 30th [Click for District Calendar & information.]

August 10th - October 16th

SUP WITH THE SUPT Conversations with the Superintendent [Click for details]

August 14th

NATIONAL NAVAJO CODE TALKERS DAY Holiday - No School [Click for more.]

September 7th

LABOR DAY Holiday - No School [Click for District Calendar]

September 16th & 17th

PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES Day 1 = TCES, THES, DLES Day 2 = TCHS, NAA, TCJHS [Click for District Calendar]

Monday, September 28th

DISTRICT VACCINATION CLINIC 11:15AM - 1:15PM Tuba City Elementary School [Click for downloadable information & forms.]

Braves School Year 2026-27: District Dates

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TCUSD SY26-27 Calendar

  • Quarter 1 Parent/Teacher Conference: 

    Thursday, September 17th

    For TCJHS parents, guardians, and families. 

  • Quarter 1 Early Dismissal Wednesdays:

    August 5th, 12th, 19th, and 26th.

    September 2nd, 9th, 23rd, and 30th. 

  • Quarter 1 Holidays – NO SCHOOL

    Friday, August 14th – Navajo Code Talker Day

    Monday, September 7th – Labor Day

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TCJHS Digital Board - Second Week of August, 2026

Building Blocks of Crisis Response

HOLD

“In Your Classroom or Area”

Students are trained to:

  • Clear the hallways and remain in their area or room until the “All Clear” is announced. 
  • Do business as usual.

Adults and staff are trained to:

  • Close and lock the door.
  • Account for students and adults.
  • Do business as usual.

SECURE

“Get Inside, Lock Outside Doors”

Security is called when there is something dangerous outside of the building. Example: wild animal, nearby police investigation, etc.

Students are trained to:

  • Return to the inside of the building. 
  • Business as usual.

Adults and staff are trained to:

  • Bring everyone indoors. 
  • Lock the outside doors.
  • Increase situational awareness.
  • Account for students and adults.
  • Business as usual.

LOCKDOWN

“Locks, Lights, Out of Sight”

A lockdown is only initiated when there is an active threat inside or very close to the building. 

Students are trained to:

  • Move away from sight.
  • Maintain silence.
  • Do not open the door.

Adults and staff are trained to:

  • Recover students from the hallway if possible.
  • Lock the classroom door. 
  • Turn out the lights. 
  • Move away from sight.
  • Maintain silence. 
  • Do not open the door. 
  • Prepare to evade or defend. 

EVACUATE

“To a Location”

Students are trained to:

  • Leave stuff behind if required to.
  • If possible, bring their phone.
  • Follow instructions.

Adults and staff are trained to:

  • Bring roll sheet and Go Bag (unless instructed not to bring anything with them, dependent on the reason for evacuation).
  • Lead students to the Evacuation location.
  • Account for students and adults. 
  • Report injuries or problems using Red Card/Green Card method.

SHELTER

“State Hazard & Safety Strategy”

Hazards might include:

  • Tornado
  • Hazmat
  • Earthquake
  • Tsunami

Safety strategies might include:

  • Evacuate to the shelter area.
  • Seal the room.
  • Drop, cover, and hold.
  • Get to high ground.

Students are trained in:

  • Appropriate Hazards and Safety Strategies

Adults and staff are trained to:

  • Appropriate Hazards and Safety Strategies.
  • Accounting for students and adults.
  • Report injuries or problems using the Red Card/Green Card method.

Standard Response Protocol

TCUSD has adopted Standard Response Protocol and

is training students & staff.

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Operation: Reunification

Picking up students after incidents safely is the

Reunification Protocol families should know.

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