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Chandler High (2020-2021)

Chandler High junior Kayla King came in 2nd in Senior Individual Performance in the State National History Day competition last week. Her performance titled "Hello Girls: Connecting Lines for Communication and Enhancing Understanding" also won best senior WWII project with a $250 prize. She will compete at Nationals this spring.

Chandler High (2020-2021)

Chandler FFA (Future Farmers of America) members were triumphant at the SanTan Livestock Show. Abigail Dominguez won the Grand Champion Chicken Showmanship belt buckle. Abi had to show all aspects of her chicken's anatomy and answer chicken nutrition questions to the judge. Sergio Camarena won the Grand Champion Showmanship medal for showcasing his pig, Rona. Emma Martin was the Reserve Champion Showman and placed 5th in the Market Show.

Hamilton High (2020-2021)

Our Academic Decathlon Huskies defended their title as State Champions for the 3rd year in a row and earned more than 20 individuals medals. Congratulations to the competition team of Aris Zhu, Ethan Xiong, Chloe Zhan, Eisha Giran, Daniel Choi, Abhinav Adari, Mitch Steddom, Audrey Zhang, and Rafael Trujillo, as well as all our up-and-coming Husky decathletes.

Chandler High (2020-2021)

Gladys Garcia Orozco, a Chandler High AVID and International Baccalaureate (IB) Senior, has been named a Dell Scholar. The Dell Scholars Program is a prestigious scholarship and college completion program. Dell Scholars receive a $20,000 scholarship, a laptop, and numerous other resources to help students achieve their academic dreams. Gladys is planning to attend ASU in the fall. Congratulations, Gladys!

Chandler High (2020-2021)

Twenty-three AVID students completed vision boxes during an afternoon activity before spring break. The students had a wonderful time envisioning their futures and completing the activity. Thanks to the women of Soroptimist for sponsoring the activity.

Chandler High (2020-2021)

Chandler High's Science Olympiad Team earned 5th out of 14 teams at the southern regional tournament. Aryan Mathur earned 4th in detector building, Yushin Son and Aryan got 3rd in Write-it Cad-it, Eli Foerst and Aryan got 3rd in Experiment and Data Analysis, Chandler Ostroff and Aryan got 2nd in Designer Genes, Anna Price and Leyna Nguyen got 2nd in Anatomy, Vincent Barletta and Yushin got 2nd in Astronomy. The team was made up of Kym Stevens, Yushin Son, Anna Price, Chandler Ostroff, Leyna Nguyen, Aryan Mathur, Caleb Hardy, Jackson Gordwin, Eli Foerst, & Vincent Barletta.

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2020-2021)

ACP Erie earned 26 individual awards at this year's Chandler Innovation Fair, including both the Best of Fair awards for Physical and Biological sciences and two Most Creative Team awards for Computer Science. That is a total of 30 awards! Congratulations, Knights! Your persistence, hard work and commitment to doing research has borne fruits.

San Marcos Elementary (2020-2021)

Former NFL player Mark Maddox donated books to support our San Marcos readers home libraries through his Help1 Foundation. Reading Specialist Debra Vickman organized the partnership to help her students grown their love of reading outside of the classroom.

Casteel High (2020-2021)

Parent comment: "Mrs. Sarilyn Larchick has been so encouraging and accommodating when my son broke his arm. Of all of his teachers, she tried to lighten his burdens while still helping him accomplish the grade that he desired. Her communication was so thoughtful and quick whenever a question arose. She genuinely cares for her students and their individual needs. She needs to be recognized for the great educator that she is!"

Basha Elementary (2020-2021)

Basha Elementary students, faculty and staff celebrated Read Across America by dressing as our favorite book characters.

Chandler High (2020-2021)

Adamaris Lopez Morales has been selected as one of the top ten candidates for the Arizona Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Executive Team. Adamaris will meet with the voting delegates during the 2021 Virtual State Leadership Conference.

Basha Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Mrs. Carlson and Mrs. Pennington on your work anniversary of 25 years in CUSD! Thank you for all that you do for our students at Basha Elementary!

Basha Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Mrs. Mundt and Ms. Call for your 15 years of dedication to the students of Chandler Unified! You're both amazing!

Basha Elementary (2020-2021)

Read Across America week inspired students and teachers of Basha Elementary to celebrate heroes on HERO DAY! From frontline workers to historical figures, we've got it all!

Basha Elementary (2020-2021)

Read Across America week inspired us to celebrate our cultures. Thank you, Jasmine Warga, for inspiring us to through your book Other Words For Home.

Andersen Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to custodian Andres Meza who won the Apple Achievement Award, Tricia McGinnis who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and fifth grader Jose Luis Camacho Muniz who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Andersen Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Andersen Junior High (2020-2021)

Congratulations to custodial manager Irene Rubio who won the Apple Achievement Award, Kim Corder who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and eighth grader Harley Miller who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Andersen Junior High for 2021. Read their stories here!

Arizona College Prep - Erie Campus (2020-2021)

Congratulations to custodian Lucy Johnson who won the Apple Achievement Award, Tracie Padilla who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and junior Omina Nematova who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Arizona College Prep - Erie for 2021. Read their stories here!

Arizona College Prep - Oakland Campus (2020-2021)

Congratulations to ACP Oakland math teacher Jana Nassar who won the Apple Achievement Award, Tammy Berg who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and eighth grader Shelby O'Donnal who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Auxier Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to kindergarten teacher Stephanie Moore who won the Apple Achievement Award, Angie Liu who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Sam Egen who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Auxier Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Basha Accelerated Middle School (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Basha Accelerated Middle School teacher Shannon Reed who won the Apple Achievement Award, Denise Fortier who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and eighth grader Prisha Shroff who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Basha Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to custodian Eddie Soto, Sr. who won the Apple Achievement Award, Crissy Haidos who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and fifth grader Leah Slater who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Basha Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Basha High (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Spanish teacher Marisol Archie who won the Apple Achievement Award, and senior Kylie Mikaela Bitanga who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Basha High for 2021. Read their stories here!

Bogle Junior High (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Bogle Junior High English Language Development teacher Chris Bellew who won the Apple Achievement Award, Susan Rylee who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and eighth grader Rubi Arambul who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Bologna Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to paraeducator Patti Ramirez who won the Apple Achievement Award, Monica Casey who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Alan Macias who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Bologna Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Carlson Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to health assistant Nohemi Franco who won the Apple Achievement Award, Renee Moudy who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Jantzen Edgar who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Carlson Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Casteel High (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Casteel High custodial manager Martha Perez who won the Apple Achievement Award, Michelle Smith who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, eighth grader Melody Jones and senior Rio Newcombe who are the Superintendent Citizenship winners for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Early College (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Chandler Early College sophomore Jlore Chargualaf who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read her story here!

Chandler High (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Chandler High school nurse Christine Bromley who won the Apple Achievement Award, Debbie Mayer who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and junior Piper Kvanvig who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Learning Center (2020-2021)

Congratulations to custodian Karla Almanza Garcia who won the Apple Achievement Award, and junior Phillip Valdez who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Chandler Learning Center for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Online Academy (2020-2021)

Congratulations to office manager Erin Neil who won the Apple Achievement Award, Gurnoor Bumraw who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and senior Alex Samudio who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Chandler Online Academy for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Online Academy (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Chandler Online Academy - Elementary Connect second grade teacher Rosa Everson who won the Apple Achievement Award, and second grader Kevin Yos Luna who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Traditional Academy - Freedom Campus (2020-2021)

Congratulations to CTA Freedom health office assistant Pamela Tellez who won the Apple Achievement Award, Katrina McCarthy who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Elizabeth Norton who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Traditional Academy - Goodman Campus (2020-2021)

Congratulations to attendance technician Heather Kooser who won the Apple Achievement Award, Jaime Burton who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Pascual Manzueta Ibarra who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from CTA Goodman for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Traditional Academy - Humphrey Campus (2020-2021)

Congratulations to CTA Humphrey / Elite Performance Academy fifth grade teacher Jessica Messina who won the Apple Achievement Award, Cindy Jacques who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, sixth grader Caitlyn Howell and eighth grader Olivia Abraham who are the Superintendent Citizenship winners for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Traditional Academy - Independence Campus (2020-2021)

Congratulations to CTA Independence kindergarten teacher Corinne MacTurk who won the Apple Achievement Award, Amber Corr who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Annie Colby who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Traditional Academy - Liberty Campus (2020-2021)

Congratulations to permanent subs Cecilia DeGravina and Rhonda Hill who won the Apple Achievement Award, Nikki McCabe who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Isabella Cuellar who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from CTA Liberty for 2021. Read their stories here!

Chandler Unified School District (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Community Education childcare assistant Abigail Klein who won the 2021 Apple Achievement Award. Read her story here!

Chief Hill Academy (2020-2021)

Congratulations to teacher Connie Kriel (ICAN) who won the Apple Achievement Award, and sophomore Tatum Erwin who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Hill Learning Academy for 2021. Read their stories here!

Conley Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to PE teacher Jamie Pagliarulo who won the Apple Achievement Award, Angela Sexton who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Zhaid Diaz who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Conley Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Elite Performance Academy (2020-2021)

Congratulations to CTA Humphrey / Elite Performance Academy fifth grade teacher Jessica Messina who won the Apple Achievement Award, Cindy Jacques who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, sixth grader Caitlyn Howell and eighth grader Olivia Abraham who are the Superintendent Citizenship winners for 2021. Read their stories here!

Frye Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Frye Elementary technology teacher Heidi Gass who won the Apple Achievement Award, Ed Rockland who was named the Outstanding Volunteer (posthumously), and sixth grader Tayshawn Jackson who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Fulton Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to teacher Brittany Shirkey who won the Apple Achievement Award, Cathryn Forney who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Colten Bentz who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Fulton Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Galveston Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to sixth grade teacher Melanie Weathers who won the Apple Achievement Award, Bill Berry who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Daniel Corona who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Galveston Elementary for 20201. Read their stories here!

Haley Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to teacher Beth Somers who won the Apple Achievement Award, Krista Bilsten who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader John Hagler who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Haley Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Hamilton High (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Hamilton High photography teacher Heather Hackett who won the Apple Achievement Award, John Heffner who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and senior Brooke Romero who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Hancock Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to attendance clerk Jill Barber who won the Apple Achievement Award, Bonnie Addington who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Abby Boyd who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Hancock Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary third grade teacher William Plitz who won the Apple Achievement Award, Sergio Oliden who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Keira Esparza Barba who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Hull Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to Hull Elementary health office assistant Heather Turner who won the Apple Achievement Award, Nicole Whitman who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Maha Imran who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner for 2021. Read their stories here!

Jacobson Elementary (2020-2021)

Congratulations to sixth grade teacher Ashleigh Gahn who won the Apple Achievement Award, Aubrie Krausman who was named the Outstanding Volunteer, and sixth grader Alorah Zarnick who is the Superintendent Citizenship winner from Jacobson Elementary for 2021. Read their stories here!

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