Welcome to West Cottonwood Junior High School! A little about myself:

My Early Life

I grew up in Northern California. I started elementary school in Hyampom. My family eventually moved to Quincy when I was in second grade. In Quincy I attended elementary school and eventually graduated from Quincy Junior Senior High School. It was here that I created some lifelong friends through my experiences at school.

Personal Life

My wife and I have six children. Three of our children have graduated from West Cottonwood and one is currently attending. My wife is currently the PE teacher at West Cottonwood. We love West Cottonwood and our community. In our spare time we love to travel and have new experiences with our family and extended family.  

West Cottonwood

At West Cottonwood, we are proud to serve a community that values education, collaboration, and the success of every student. In partnership with parents and the greater Cottonwood community, our mission is to provide each student with a quality education—one that equips them with the knowledge, skills, and character they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our goal is to create a safe and inclusive learning environment where students feel supported, challenged, and inspired. We believe that education goes beyond textbooks; it’s about nurturing curiosity, building self-discipline, encouraging creativity, and instilling a love for lifelong learning.

As principal, I am committed to ensuring that every student at West Cottonwood Jr. High has the opportunity to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Our staff works to create a culture of respect, responsibility, kindness and safety to help students become confident and contributing members of their communities.

Thank you for being part of our school family. Together, we can help our students reach their fullest potential.

Warm regards,
Lupe S. Cordova
Principal
West Cottonwood Junior High School