The athletic programs at Montezuma-Cortez High School supports the academic mission of the school by equipping and empowering all students to have the ability to experience activities and athletics that will help develop lifelong learning. These athletic programs are an extension of the academic philosophy of M-CHS by teaching the values of teamwork, respect, commitment, pride, work ethic, and sportsmanship while cultivating good health, emotional maturity, happiness and social aptitude in a competitive and wholesome environment. Both athletics and academics at M-CHS put our students first by working together for educational and athletic excellence.
STATEMENT AND LETTER TO PARENTS & STUDENT ATHLETES

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Act as an integral component of the educational process.
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Administrate, interpret, and seek compliance with the CHSAA By-laws as needed to promote fair play within Colorado activities and athletics.
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Provide diverse and equitable opportunities for participation that encourages all qualified students to take part in the activity/athletic experience.
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Provide an environment that enhances personal development through sporting behavior, character education, teamwork, leadership and citizenship while increasing values that partner the educational standards of the State of Colorado.
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Recognize the outstanding accomplishments of Colorado athletes, teams, coaches, and administrators through our academic and activity awards programs.
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Participation is a Privilege
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Athletics and Activities Program are Education-based
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Participation in Athletics and Activities Teach Life Skills
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Appropriate Perspective is Taught Through Participation
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Fun is Primary Reason for a Student’s Participation
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Participation Supports the Academic Mission of the school
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Participation Supports the Development of Positive Character

Montezuma-Cortez
High School
418 South Sligo Street
Cortez, CO 81321
(970) 565-3722
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