Staff Report / CGlocal.org

**McCartney Ranch Students Win Fire Safety Contest**

Students from Ms. Stone’s Kindergarten class at McCartney Ranch Elementary School were recently announced as winners of a Fire Safety Contest. The achievement was shared by the Casa Grande Elementary School District on their official Facebook page.

Congratulations poured in for the young students for their hard work and recognition in the competition. No additional details about the contest or the project involved were disclosed in the report.

This achievement highlights the focus on safety education and the dedication of teachers like Ms. Stone to bring important lessons to life for students.

Source: Casa Grande Elementary School District | Casa Grande AZ | Facebook

Source Type: School

Source Location:

Casa Grande, AZ

220 W Kortsen Rd, Casa Grande, AZ

https://www.facebook.com/862136979249135/posts/1177018927760937

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