Dear DBES Parents and Community,
Yá’át’ééh, shí éí Lynette Lookingback yinishyé. Tótsohnii nishłi, Naałaní bashischiin, Honágháahnii dashicheii, doo Naałaní dashinalí.
Welcome to Debbie Braff Elementary School! My name is Lynette Lookingback, and I am honored and excited to serve as your principal. After proudly serving as the Assistant Principal at Debbie Braff Elementary School, I am grateful for the opportunity to continue working alongside our dedicated staff, students, families, and community in this new role as a first-year principal.
Debbie Braff Elementary School has a proud tradition of excellence, including being recognized as a 2025-2026 recipient of the ESEA Arizona Distinguished School by the Arizona Department of Education. This achievement reflects the commitment, perseverance, and hard work of our students, staff, families, and community. Together, we will continue building on that success while creating new opportunities for every child to thrive. Our vision is to educate every student in a sage environment to become successful lifelong learners in today’s global society.
I believe that strong relationships are the foundation of student success. I look forward to partnering with our families and community to build those strong foundations that support academic achievement, social-emotional growth, and lifelong learning. My goal is to foster a school culture where every child feels valued, every family feels welcomed, and every staff member is empowered to make a positive difference. Your voice, ideas, and involvement are essential to our continued success, and I encourage you to stay connected, participate in school events, and collaborate with us throughout the year.
Thank you for entrusting us with your children each day. It is a privilege to serve the students and families of Debbie Braff Elementary School. I look forward to an incredible school year filled with learning, growth, and success for every student.
Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or would like to visit our school. I can be reached at (928) 697-2300 or llookingback@kayenta.k12.az.us
Respectfully,
Lynette Lookingback