The mission of Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1, located where the desert meets the mountains, a community rooted in family, tribe, and tradition, is to produce well-educated, skilled students who are inspired to achieve their unique potential and be productive citizens through:

·   effective, nurturing staff

·   visionary leadership at all levels

·   innovative learning experiences

·   curricular choice

·   high expectations

·   parent and community partnerships safe learning environments