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Semiconductor Ribbon Cutting 2026

CUSD celebrated the first-of-its-kind Semiconductor Career & Technical Education (CTE) Program at Hamilton High on January 15. 

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Step Up Day at Junior High Schools

Sixth graders visited their future junior high schools during a district-wide "Step Up" event on January 16. Students toured campus, met peers, and experienced life like a junior high student for the day.

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2026-2027 Student Registration Is Now Open

New and returning student registration is officially open. We can't wait to see you in the fall!

Click here to get started today -> Get Started Today

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Secondary Orchestra Festival 2026

CUSD Fine Arts hosted the annual Secondary Orchestra Festival Monday, January 12. Junior high and high school students collaborate with orchestra directors, meet peers, and perform together.

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Preschool & Pre-K Registration

Chandler Unified Community Education offers a variety of Preschool & Pre-K programs. Registration for next school year is now open!

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Sanborn is a Be Kind School

Sanborn Elementary was selected as a Be Kind School with The Be Kind People Project and gifted the full program for the semester. Be Kind teaches students the importance of kindness and inclusion through song, dance, and interactive activities.

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Spelling Bee 2025

Congratulations to all our students who participated in the district spelling bee. Good luck in regionals! 

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CCHS Football Team Wins State Championship

The Casteel Colts Varsity Football Team left no doubts as they became the 2025-26 6A Division State Champs!

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Superintendent Search Information

For all information, including a timeline of events, related to the search for CUSD's next superintendent, CUSD has created a landing page. This page will be updated regularly.

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    CUSD By the Numbers

    CUSD Podcast

    CUSD At A Glance

    #WeAreChandlerUnified

    65

    Home Languages

    5,000+

    Employees

    45

    School Sites

    40,000+

    Students

    20+

    Career & Technical
    Education Courses

    92%

    4-Year Graduation Rate

    The Choice Is Yours

    In Chandler Unified, we are dedicated to helping your student thrive. There is a school or program for every learner! CUSD was one of the first school districts in Arizona to offer school choice.

    Dual Language Immersion: Mandarin + Spanish

    Spanish Dual Language Immersion (DLI)
    Elementary
    Bologna Elementary School - K - 4 (Up to 6th grade by 2026-2027)
    Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus - PreK - 6
    Chandler Traditional Academy - Freedom Campus - PreK - 2 (Up to 6th grade by 2028-2029)

    Middle School
    Arizona College Prep Middle School - 7 - 8

    Mandarin Chinese Dual Language Immersion (DLI)  
    Elementary
    Tarwater Elementary School - PreK - 6

    Junior High School
    Bogle Junior High - 7-8

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    Chandler Traditional Academies

    Chandler Unified School District has nine traditional academy programs. The CTA schools offer a solid foundation of fundamental and higher-level thinking skills primarily through direct instruction. 

    Chandler Traditional Academies:

    CTA Freedom – 480-224-2600

    CTA Goodman – 480-812-6900

    CTA Humphrey – 480-812-6800 

    CTA Independence – 480-224-2700

    CTA Liberty – 480-883-4900

    Traditional and Classic Together on the Same Campus:

    Auxier Elementary – 480-484-8400

    Carlson Elementary – 480-224-3800

    Patterson Elementary – 480-224-3600

    Rice Elementary – 480-424-8500

    Chandler Traditional Academies

    Career & Technical Education

    CTE Mission: Prepare Chandler Unified School District students for continuous learning and workforce success. 

    CTE Vision: Ensure a dynamic workforce by fully developing every student's academic and career potential.

    2025-2026 Programs:

    Agriscience
    Automation & Robotics
    Automotive Technologies
    Bioscience (Biotechnology)
    Cabinetmaking (Woods)
    Culinary Arts
    Digital Animation (Game Design)
    Digital Communication
    Digital Photography
    Early Childhood Education
    Education Professions
    Film and TV Production
    Graphic Design
    Marketing
    Miscellaneous Information
    Network Security (Cybersecurity)
    Nursing Services (Medical Professions)
    Semiconductors
    Software and App Design
    Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
    Stagecraft (Technical Theatre)
    sUAS Drone Technologies
     

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    Chandler Early College

    Chandler Early College (CEC) is a non-traditional high school housed on the campus of Chandler-Gilbert Community College and operated through the Chandler Unified School District. CEC success stories include student obtaining their associate's degree before graduating high school.

    Chandler Early College

    Chandler Online Academy

    The mission of Chandler Online Academy is to provide students with a high quality personalized education combined with the flexibility to engage in learning anywhere, anytime.

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    Junior High and High School Programs

    CUSD is proud to offer students a wide variety of academic choices and opportunities. Our programs are comprehensive and diverse, empowering students with a stronger sense of self; an appreciation of the effort and dedication required for academic and personal growth.

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    Gifted Program

    The mission of the Chandler Academically Talented Students (CATS) program is to foster excellence and develop talent among our gifted students.

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    CUSD's Journey to Excellence

    Strategic planning is critical to the success of an organization as it sets the north star for all decisions made and actions taken. The following strategic plan goals have been established by Chandler Unified School District.

    1 Learning Experiences

    Students learning about science

    "Unleashing true potential in EVERY student"

    Chandler Unified School District students and staff engage in meaningful, innovative learning experiences using essential skills and strategies that foster continuous growth to develop successful members of local and global communities.

    2 Community Engagement

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    "Student success begins with the US in CUSD"

    CUSD families and community partners engage in the shared responsibility of personalizing experiences that contribute to the students’ personal, social, emotional, and academic growth.

    3 Innovative Organizations

    Hull Elementary Robotics Space

    "Modernize and maximize to be future‑ready"

    CUSD staff illustrate future focused, adaptable instructional and operational practices that are equitable, efficient, fiscally responsible and data driven to ensure high quality educational experiences.

    4 Culture

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    "Where Everyone Thrives"

    CUSD students, staff, families and community members create inclusive and supportive environments that enhance open collaboration and quality learning.