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Students and staff were treated to a special surprise assembly for Astronomy & Agriculture Appreciation Day. Special visitors kicked off the day's activities with a presentation of a $1,000 check on behalf of Taking Up Space for the school's garden and chicken program. The guests then stuck around to visit with classes throughout the day while teaching students about different ways to garden in the desert and had them try different treats made with foods found in nature, like mesquite bean powder.

KVOA Reporter Conor McGill stopped by to congratulate Mrs. Croccos’ second-grade class on their incredible achievement in the 2025 Southern Arizona 2nd Grade Read-Off!  Competing against over 90 classes from across Southern Arizona, these young readers secured 3rd place by reading over a THOUSAND books! After presenting the trophy, Mr. McGill took time to interview some of the amazing students and even gave them a behind-the-scenes look at his fancy news camera! A huge congratulations to Mrs. Croccos’ class, their hard work and love for reading truly paid off.

Former astronaut Hoot Gibson visited Peter Howell Elementary to share captivating tales of his space adventures and emphasize the importance of STEM fields. Mr. Gibson engaged with students by signing autographs, taking pictures, and answering questions from all grades. The event kicked off with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for our school's garden, where seeds previously sent beyond Earth's atmosphere were planted by our principal and the esteemed astronaut.