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CUSD Weekly Newsletters

CUSD weekly news is published by Communications and Marketing, highlighting weekly news and important events from around the district. Questions about the newsletter can be emailed to ChandlerCommunicationOffice@cusd80.com or feel free to call us at 480-812-7650. 

Fulton Students Return for Senior Stroll boys and girls in caps and gowns
CUSD Weekly Update 5-27-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Caps off to Class of 2026
  2. Last Day of School Celebrations
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  4. A Look Back at CUSD’s A+ School Celebrations
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  6. FREE Summer Meals for Students
  7. Do you need transportation for 26/27? Please register!
  8. Chips and Wafers Semiconductor Summer Camp
  9. Early Entrance Kindergarten
  10. Incoming Kindergarteners: Summer Prep Class
  11. Innovative Organizations: Calling All New Families: Registration open over summer
  12. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Arizona College Prep Wins H.A. Hendrickson Excellence Award; Hartford Sylvia Encinas Elementary Blends History and Innovation in PBL Project; From Classroom to Nationals: Hartford Students Shine in Math League; Basha High Early Childhood Education Seniors Achieve 100% CDA Certification; 
  13. Story Ideas for Communications
  14. Community Engagement: Chandler Chamber to Honor CUSD Staff and CEF at Annual Awards Night; Honoring History, Inspiring the Future: CHS Commemoration Event; Keep Learning Over Summer Break with Summer Enrichment: K-6 Academic & Enrichment Courses at CTA Humphrey Elementary
  15. Featured Partnerships: ASU, Pickleball, FBI, Choose Chandler; Criminal Justice Career Week for High School Juniors and Seniors; Operation Back to School; Pickleball for a Purpose: Supporting Women in Science; 
  16. Learning Opportunities: CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Summer Basketball Open Gym
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  21. Notice of Non-discrimination
three girls in caps and gowns celebrating graduation
CUSD Weekly Update 5-20-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Graduates Shine Across CUSD Programs
  2. Upcoming Dates
  3. Number ONE unified school district in 2026
  4. A Look Back at CUSD’s A+ School Celebrations
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  6. FREE Summer Meals for Students
  7. Do you need transportation for 26/27? Please register!
  8. Chips and Wafers Semiconductor Summer Camp
  9. Early Entrance Kindergarten
  10. Incoming Kindergarteners: Summer Prep Class
  11. May is Mental Health Awareness Month
  12. Innovative Organizations: Navarrete, an A+ School of Excellence, Celebrates Student Innovation and Creativity; School Spotlight: Ryan Elementary School
  13. Community Engagement: Featured Partnerships: ASU, Pickleball, FBI, Choose Chandler; Criminal Justice Career Week for High School Juniors and Seniors; Operation Back to School; Free Online Event: Helping Families Manage Screen Time; Students Invited to Apply for FBI Teen Academy; Pickleball for a Purpose: Supporting Women in Science; Keep Learning Over Summer Break with Summer Enrichment; Sun Lakes Rotary Honors Hartford Teacher Kim Alvin DeLara
  14. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: CUSD Spring High School Sports Season Delivers Championships, Records, and Standout Performances; Strong Finish: CUSD Junior High Schools Earn Multiple EVC Championship Titles; Basha High Honors Signing Day Athletes; Celebrating Creativity: Casteel High School Hosts Fine Arts Commitment Day; Hamilton High Band Director Receives $1,500 Music Grant; CTA Liberty Students Shine in The Lion King Jr.; Tarwater DLI Students Share Their “Legacy Story Play"; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment
  15. Story Ideas for Communications
  16. Learning Opportunities: Keep Learning Over Summer Break with Summer Enrichment; Dodgeball; Basketball;
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Knox A+ in Grass
CUSD Weekly Update 5-13-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Celebrating Excellence: Knox Gifted Academy Receives Prestigious A+ Award
  2. CEF Awards 218 Scholarships to CUSD Graduates
  3. May is Mental Health Awareness Month
  4. Chips and Wafers Semiconductor Summer Camp
  5. Early Entrance Kindergarten
  6. Incoming Kindergarteners: Summer Prep Class
  7. Innovative Organizations: From Design to Feedback: Andersen Students Build Real-World Skills; IB Exploration Day Highlights Student-Led Learning at Andersen Elementary
  8. Community Engagement: Featured Partnerships: ASU, Pickleball, FBI, Choose Chandler; Criminal Justice Career Week for High School Juniors and Seniors; Operation Back to School; Free Online Event: Helping Families Manage Screen Time; Students Invited to Apply for FBI Teen Academy; Pickleball for a Purpose: Supporting Women in Science; Keep Learning Over Summer Break with Summer Enrichment
  9. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: State Champions and Finalists: Hamilton Tennis Shines at Division I Championships; ACP Middle School Student Wins National Essay Contest; Theater in CUSD: Making a Splash with The Little Mermaid Jr from CTA Goodman; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Chandler High Honors Signing Day Athletes; Culture, Community, and Student Leadership Highlight Board Meeting; Future Healthcare Heroes; Rotary Club Supports STEM Exploration at Fulton Elementary
  10. Story Ideas for Communications
  11. Learning Opportunities: Keep Learning Over Summer Break with Summer Enrichment; Dodgeball; Basketball;
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Haley A+ Celebration Superintendent Narducci Speaks at the Podium
CUSD Weekly Update 5-6-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Celebrating Excellence: Haley Elementary Receives Prestigious A+ Award
  2. Chips and Wafers Semiconductor Summer Camp
  3. Celebrating Student Talent: CUSD Annual Showcase Returns
  4. Early Entrance Kindergarten
  5. Incoming Kindergarteners: Summer Prep Class
  6. Innovative Organizations: Elementary Wellness Fair Highlights
  7. Community Engagement: Upcoming Dates; Free Online Event: Helping Families Manage Screen Time; Students Invited to Apply for FBI Teen Academy; Community Partnership Fuels Student Support at Chandler High; Community Partnerships
  8. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: CUSD schools in the News: Ranking Arizona: Top 10 unified school districts in 2026; Chandler Unified intern program off to a big start; Indigenous Education Program Celebrates Class of 2026; CUSD Middle Schools Shine at VR5 World Robotics Competition; ACP Esports Goes Undefeated, Takes State Title; 52 Hamilton Students Honored for Community Impact; Perry High Freshman Earns Top Honors in Congressional Art Competition; CUSD High School Musicals Recognized; Celebrating Culture and Community at Basha’s English Language Development (ELD) Potluck
  9. Story Ideas for Communications
  10. Learning Opportunities: Keep Learning Over Summer Break with Summer Enrichment; K-6 Academic Courses at CTA Humphrey Elementary; Summer Opportunities for Students: Dodgeball; Basketball; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment
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Conley A+ Ceremony Banner and School Staff with Balloons
CUSD Weekly Update 4-29-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Celebrating Excellence: Conley Elementary Receives Prestigious A+ Award
  2. Four CUSD Students Named Among Arizona’s Elite Flinn Scholars
  3. Celebrating Student Talent: CUSD Annual Showcase Returns
  4. Incoming Kindergarteners: Summer Prep Class
  5. Early Entrance Kindergarten
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  7. Community Engagement: Upcoming Dates; Hope Institute Update; Community Partnerships
  8. Innovative Organizations: Unified Sports Event Highlights Teamwork, Connection, and Pride; School Spotlight: Jacobson Elementary
  9. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: CUSD Leader Earns Top State CTE Honor; CUSD Junior High Orchestras Take the Stage at Cadet Clinic; Perry High Hosts Annual Military Enlistment Ceremony; Hamilton High Shines at Nationals with 11th-Place Finish and 16 Medals; Payne Jr. High Student Takes Top Honors in Regional Civics Competition; Pedaling Toward Literacy: Hartford Students Earn Bikes for Reading; Creativity on Canvas: Basha Students Celebrate with Bob Ross-Themed Event; Jacobson Sixth Graders Design Civilizations in Hands-On Learning Experience; Chandler Education Foundation 40th Anniversary Highlights
  10. CUSD schools in the News: Chandler Unified starts career training in elementary schools; Kind stranger pays for teens’ prom dinner at Chandler restaurant
  11. Story Ideas for Communications
  12. Learning Opportunities: Keep Learning Over Summer Break with Summer Enrichment; K-6 Academic Courses at CTA Humphrey Elementary; Summer Opportunities for Students: Dodgeball; Basketball; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment
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  17. Notice of Non-discrimination
Navarrete A+ School Sign
CUSD Weekly Update 4-22-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Celebrating Excellence: Navarrete Elementary Receives Prestigious A+ Award
  2. Early Entrance Kindergarten
  3. Subscribe to our YouTube channel
  4. Innovative Organizations: CUSD Bands Showcase Talent and Growth at Cadet Festival; Curiosity Cube Sparks Science Exploration at Hancock Elementary
  5. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Chandler High IB Students Make an Impact on Day of Service; Chandler High Science is Fun Club Makes a Difference—One Mat at a Time; Celebrating Years of Dedication Across CUSD; Frye Drama Club Dives into Finding Nemo KIDS; Chandler Sports League Spring Cheer Competition; Battle of the Books; Rice Elementary Hygiene Drive
  6. CUSD schools in the News: Unique art celebrates longtime Chandler USD superintendent ahead of retirement; Chandler Unified starts career training in elementary schools; Chandler High School teacher honored for her Holocaust class
  7. Story Ideas for Communications
  8. Community Engagement: Celebrating Student Talent: CUSD Annual Showcase Returns; Student success begins with the US in CUSD: Community Partnerships
  9. Upcoming Dates: Graduation Dates
  10. Learning Opportunities: Summer Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Summer Dodgeball Camp: Fear the Foam; Summer Basketball Open Gym; Summer Enrichment Elementary Program
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Hamilton High School student Alaina P. has been named the 2026 Chick-fil-A Leader Academy West Region Student of the Year
CUSD Weekly Update 4-15-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Early Entrance Kindergarten
  2. Parent Night: Dangers of Underage Drinking.
  3. Celebrating Student Talent: CUSD Annual Showcase Returns
  4. Students Invited to Apply for FBI Teen Academy
  5. Innovative Organizations: Shumway’s Love of Learning Night Sparks Fun and Curiosity; Chandler Community Comes Together for First-Ever Powwow
  6. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Student Spotlight: Engineering Excellence, HHS Student; Celebrating Leadership: Hamilton Student Wins Regional Award Chick-Fil-A; Democracy in Action: Chandler High Students Take to the Ballots for Participatory Budgeting; Chandler High School Cadets Earn Top Marks in Air Force Junior ROTC Assessment; Showcasing Service: Basha Students Make an Impact; CUSD Students Shine at Sun Lakes Rotary Essay Competition; Hartford Sylvia Encinas Teacher Honored with Esperanza Award; 25 Years Later: Hartford Sylvia Encinas Opens Its Time Capsule; Growing Knowledge: First Graders Create Campus Butterfly Garden; CTA Liberty Spring Carnival Brings Community Fun to Campus
  7. Story Ideas for Communications
  8. Community Engagement: Save the Date: Artists in Our Schools Returns to the Chandler Museum; Free Hands-On Emergency Training Presented by Landon's Legacy Foundation; 2026 Congressional Art Competition – Now Open to High School Students; Attention Graduating Seniors and Families: Legal Docs
  9. Learning Opportunities: Summer Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Summer Dodgeball Camp: Fear the Foam; Summer Basketball Open Gym; Summer Enrichment Elementary Program
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Principal and Dean stand with the husky mascot at the groundbreaking holding shovels, tractor in background
CUSD Weekly Update 4-8-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Dr. Mike De La Torre Reads Newsletter Highlights
  2. Hartford Sylvia Encinas Groundbreaking
  3. Early Entrance Kindergarten
  4. Now Accepting Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlights
  5. Attention Graduating Seniors and Families: Legal Docs
  6. Innovative Organizations: CUSD Students Excel in Science and Engineering at AzSEF
  7. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Elementary and Junior High Musicians Impress at Annual Honors Orchestra Concert; Gathering in Unity: First Powwow Highlights Indigenous Traditions and Teachings; CUSD Students Shine at State Academic Pentathlon; 23 CUSD Scholars Advance to State History Day; Hartford Sylvia Encinas 2nd Graders Crowned State AI Champions; Exploring Arizona Weather: Jacobson 2nd Graders Take on a Real-World Challenge; CUSD schools in the News
  8. Story Ideas for Communications
  9. Community Engagement: Celebrating Student Talent: CUSD Annual Art Showcase Returns; Save the Date: Artists in Our Schools Returns to the Chandler Museum; Free Hands-On Emergency Training Presented by Landon's Legacy Foundation; Students Invited to Apply for FBI Teen Academy; 2026 Congressional Art Competition – Now Open to High School Students
  10. Learning Opportunities: Summer Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Summer Dodgeball Camp: Fear the Foam; Summer Enrichment Elementary Program
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Kristin Kinghorn, Principal at Andersen Elementary A+ School of Excellence Celebration
CUSD Weekly Update 4-1-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Celebrating Excellence: Andersen Elementary Receives Prestigious A+ Award
  2. Early Entrance Kindergarten
  3. Now Accepting Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlights
  4. Attention Graduating Seniors and Families: Legal Docs
  5. Innovative Organizations: School Spotlight: Galveston Elementary
  6. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Chandler High Powwow Showcases Culture and Student Talent; Chandler Champions: Superintendent Narducci Surprises Horace Mann Honorees; Hartford Sylvia Students Advance to National Stage; Margie Chamalbide of Chandler High School for her 45 years of service to CUSD!; CUSD school in the News: Inside the Basha Elementary visit that turned 30 kids into Kidcasters; Students Take A Stand: How an East Valley high school is building a culture of kindness | 12news.com
  7. Story Ideas for Communications
  8. Community Engagement: Save the Date: Artists in Our Schools Returns to the Chandler Museum; Free Hands-On Emergency Training Presented by Landon's Legacy Foundation; Students Invited to Apply for FBI Teen Academy; 2026 Congressional Art Competition – Now Open to High School Students
  9. Learning Opportunities: Summer Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Summer Dodgeball Camp: Fear the Foam; Summer Enrichment Elementary Program
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Casteel Track Student Maddox Bonilla
CUSD Weekly Update 3-25-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Welcome Back!
  2. CUSD SENIORS: Apply for a Chandler Education Foundation Scholarship today!
  3. Now Accepting Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlights
  4. Attention Graduating Seniors and Families: Legal Docs
  5. Art Donations Wanted
  6. Innovative Organizations: CUSD Recognized as 2026 District of Distinction; Hands-On Learning Takes Flight at Jacobson
  7. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Chandler’s First-Ever Powwow Celebrates Culture, Community, and Student Leadership; Hamilton High Huskies Make Global Debate “Sweet 16”!; Basha Culinary Student Earns National Recognition; Chandler Rotary Invitational Track Meet Showcases Student Athletes; CUSD Elementary Honor Band Shines at Concert; Perry High Boys Basketball Claims 6A State Runner-Up; Basha High FCCLA Shines at State Competition!; Students at Hartford Sylvia Encinas Recognized for Environmental Excellence; Alice in Wonderland Comes to Life at Fulton Elementary
  8. Story Ideas for Communications
  9. Community Engagement: Free Hands-On Emergency Training Presented by Landon's Legacy Foundation; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!; Students Invited to Apply for FBI Teen Academy; 2026 Congressional Art Competition – Now Open to High School Students; Save the Date: Artists in Our Schools Returns to the Chandler Museum
  10. Learning Opportunities: Summer Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Chandler Sports League Flag Football Camp
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  15. Notice of Non-discrimination
Chandler High Staff with AZ Education Foundation staff celebrate A+ Status
CUSD Weekly Update 3-4-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Spring Break is Almost Here! 🌸☀️
  2. CARE Center Programs and Family Resource Center Open Over Spring Break! 
  3. Read Across America Week
  4. Share Your Voice: Take the CUSD Parent/Guardian Climate Survey
  5. Now Accepting Class of 2026 Graduate Spotlights
  6. National School Social Work Week
  7. Celebrating Our Leaders: The Horace Mann Excellence Award
  8. Innovative Organizations: CUSD Podcast Episode 6: Student Voices, Stucco & Innovation at Chandler Unified School District
  9. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: CUSD Soccer Teams Shine at State; Racing to the Finish: CUSD Elementary Track Meet Highlights; CHS Senior Named Arizona Student Journalist of the Year; Collaboration and Competition Highlight VEX Robotics Invitational; Celebrating Culture and Future Leaders at Chandler’s Inaugural Powwow; Celebrating Excellence: Chandler High Receives Prestigious A+ Award; Sweet Celebrations: Hamilton Students Spread Joy at the Chandler CARE Center; Hands-On Learning Shines at Knox Celebration of Science & Engineering; Chandler High FFA Leaves a Lasting Mark with Tree Planting; CTA Liberty DLI Celebrates with Taco Party
  10. Story Ideas for Communications
  11. Community Engagement: Attention Graduating Seniors and Families; Celebrating CUSD Talent at the First Chandler School Boosters Art Auction Fundraiser
  12. Learning Opportunities: Free Hands-On Emergency Training Presented by Landon's Legacy Foundation; Summer Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Chandler Sports League Flag Football Camp; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!
  13. Important Links 
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  15. Transparency Portal
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  18. Notice of Non-discrimination
Unified Track student pushing another student in wheelchair
CUSD Weekly Update 2-25-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Celebrating Creativity and Innovation Across Chandler
  2. Food & Nutrition Survey Input Needed
  3. Final Chance: Win a Car or Cash + Support Students
  4. National School Social Work Week Approaching
  5. Beyond the Classroom: Programs That Set Students Apart
  6. Find Your School Path
  7. Register Now for Preschool and Pre-K for 2026-2027
  8. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Unified Sports: Track and Field; Celebrate Native American Culture at Inaugural Powwow; Hamilton and Arizona College Prep Students Honored as 2026 NHS Scholarship Recipients; Casteel Athlete Honored for Excellence On and Off the Court; Willis STEAM Academy Students Advance to NHD State Competitions!; 
  9. Story Ideas for Communications
  10. Innovative Organizations: Tune in to the next CUSD Podcast Friday
  11. Community Engagement: Explore Robotics and Manufacturing at ASU’s Fulton Schools Open House; Youth Fishing Seminar at SCHEELS; Celebrating CUSD Talent at the First Chandler School Boosters Art Auction Fundraiser; 
  12. Learning Opportunities: Spring Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Spring Break Enrichment Opportunities; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!
  13. Important Links 
  14. Looking for CUSD Governing Board meeting agendas?
  15. Transparency Portal
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  18. Notice of Non-discrimination
Jieye C. ACP Middle School Spelling Bee regional awardee
CUSD Weekly Update 2-18-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Six CUSD Schools Named 2026 A+ Schools of Excellence
  2. CUSD and City of Chandler Partner to Host Chandler Innovation Fair
  3. Arizona College Prep Middle School Student Advances to State Spelling Bee
  4. Hamilton High Recognized by College Board with AP Honor Roll Award
  5. Academic Excellence Across CUSD High Schools
  6. Find Your School Path
  7. Community Invited to Celebrate Inaugural Powwow
  8. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Chandler Sports Hall of Fame Inductees; February Focus: Making Kindness Stick in Our Schools and Community; 
  9. Story Ideas for Communications
  10. Innovative Organizations: School Spotlight: Rudy G. Bologna Elementary; 
  11. Community Engagement: Explore Robotics and Manufacturing at ASU’s Fulton Schools Open House; CEF Raffle Closes Soon: Support Students. Win Big.; Celebrating CUSD Talent at the First Chandler School Boosters Art Auction Fundraiser; 
  12. Learning Opportunities: Opportunities for Young Talent: Opportunities for Young Talent: Don’t Miss the City of Chandler Career Event; Register Now for Preschool and Pre-K for 2026-2027; Spring Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Spring Break Enrichment Opportunities; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!
  13. Important Links 
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  15. Transparency Portal
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  17. Connect With Us on Social Media
  18. Notice of Non-discrimination
Jalen Williams at Perry High
CUSD Weekly Update 2-11-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. The Power of Collaboration Takes Center Stage at CUSD Student Council Convention
  2. February Focus: Making Kindness Stick in Our Schools and Community
  3. Celebrating the Journey: Kindergarteners and Seniors Connect
  4. Empowering Students Through Choice and Opportunity
  5. Career Literacy in Chandler Unified
  6. School Spotlight: Patterson Elementary
  7. Find Your School Path
  8. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: CUSD Shines at State Counseling Conference: Rising Star and Leadership Recognition; From Puma to Pro: Perry High Celebrates Jalen Williams; Perry CTE Goes Pro with World Champion Event; Tarwater Elementary Rings in Lunar New Year with Festival Celebration; Chandler High AFJROTC Visits Davis-Monthan Air Force Base; Chandler & Perry Dancers Earn Top Honors at All-State Festival; Hartford Sylvia Encinas 2nd Grade Teacher Wins $5,000 Grant; CUSD Students Shine in Lions International Peace Poster Contest; CUSD Alumni Spotlights
  9. Story Ideas for Communications
  10. Innovative Organizations: Looking for CUSD Governing Board meeting agendas?; CUSD and City of Chandler Partner to Host Chandler Innovation Fair
  11. Community Engagement: Don’t miss the early bird prize drawing in the Chandler Education Foundation Winner’s Choice Car or Cash Raffle; Celebrating CUSD Talent at the First Chandler School Boosters Art Auction Fundraiser; 
  12. Learning Opportunities: Opportunities for Young Talent: Don’t Miss the City of Chandler Career Event; National Civics Bee: Deadline Extended; Spring Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Spring Break Enrichment Opportunities; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!
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  17. Notice of Non-discrimination
Student in Jazz band playing instrument
CUSD Weekly Update 2-5-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Honoring Those Who Inspire: District Night of Recognition Highlights
  2. CUSD Podcast Episode: Programs, Enrollment & Pathways for Student Success
  3. Future-Ready Starts Here: Celebrating CTE Month
  4. Opportunities for Young Talent: Don’t Miss the City of Chandler Career Event
  5. Join Our Transportation Team: On-the-Spot Interviews Thursdays
  6. Student Voices and Pizza Creations: Don’t Miss Out!
  7. Open Houses & Curriculum Nights
  8. Register Now for Preschool and Pre-K for 2026-2027
  9. National School Counseling Week Feb. 2-6
  10. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Developing Character and Leadership at Chandler High; National Board-Certified Teachers; Perry High Culinary Program Featured by AZ Family; Athletic Signing Day Celebrated Across CUSD High Schools; BBB Honors Chandler High Junior for Ethical Excellence in Athletics; Tarwater Mandarin Teacher Earns Prestigious SWCOLT Teaching Award; Hamilton High Artist Receives Prestigious Scholastic Award; Chandler High Student Honored with 2026 Living the Dream Award; Casteel Junior High Wrestling Shines at CopperState Tournament; Basha Elementary Fifth Grader and Skating Team Score Big at Sectionals
  11. Story Ideas for Communications
  12. Innovative Organizations: CUSD Students Driving Innovation Through STEM Service; CUSD and City of Chandler Partner to Host Chandler Innovation Fair
  13. Community Engagement: Celebrating CUSD Talent at the First Chandler School Boosters Art Auction Fundraiser; Enter to Win a New Car or $20,000 Cash; 
  14. Learning Opportunities: Final Week for Students to Enter AZ529 Art Initiative; National Civics Bee: Deadline Extended; Spring Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; CAPA Band, Choir, Drama, & Orchestra Camp - Summer Enrichment; Chandler Sports League Spring Break Soccer Camp; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!
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  19. Notice of Non-discrimination
Student Creative Expression Winner with Mayor
CUSD Weekly Update 1-28-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Annual Report Highlights
  2. National School Choice Week
  3. Discover, Explore, Connect: Join Us for Open Houses and Curriculum Nights
  4. Arizona College Prep High School Ranks #1 in the State
  5. 2026-2027 Registration Now Open!
  6. National School Counseling Week Feb. 2-6
  7. Join Our Transportation Team: On-the-Spot Interviews Thursdays
  8. MySchoolBucks: Student Meal Payment 
  9. Enter to Win a New Car or $20,000 Cash
  10. Innovative Organizations: Jacobson Elementary Showcases Innovative Problem-Based Learning; CUSD and City of Chandler Partner to Host Chandler Innovation Fair
  11. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: A Celebration of Music and Collaboration at the CUSD Elementary Choral Festival; Students and Families Explore STEM at Hartford Sylvia Encinas; A Celebration of Culture and Creativity: COLTure Day 2026; Building the Path to STEM Careers at CTA Independence; CUSD Students Recognized in City of Chandler Creative Expression Competition
  12. Story Ideas for Communications
  13. Learning Opportunities: Spring Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; Register Now for Summer Enrichment CAPAT Music, Theatre, and Technology Camp; Chandler Sports League Spring Break Soccer Camp; 
  14. Community Engagement: AZ529 Future Career Art Contest; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today! 2026 Spring Festival Gala Welcomes the Year of the Horse on Saturday
  15. Important Links 
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  18. Notice of Non-discrimination
Knox Student Dances on stage
CUSD Weekly Update 1-21-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. You’re invited: CUSD Superintendent Search Forum with Finalists
  2. CUSD Superintendent Honored with 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Award
  3. CUSD Junior Highs Host STEP-UP Day for Incoming Students
  4. Discover, Explore, Connect: Join Us for Open Houses and Curriculum Nights
  5. 2026-2027 Registration Now Open!
  6. Preschool and Pre-K Registration Now Open!
  7. Innovative Organizations: CUSD Celebrates Semiconductor Program Ribbon Cutting; CUSD and City of Chandler Partner to Host Chandler Innovation Fair
  8. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: CUSD Students Shine as 2026 Flinn Scholarship Semifinalists!; Tarwater Teacher Honored with SWCOLT Award; “I Am the Face of Science” Inspires AJHS Students; Casteel Teacher Surprised with $1,000 Music Program Award; Hartford Sylvia Encinas 2nd Graders Explore the Power of a Drop; Knox Student Wins Youth and Teen Talent Competition
  9. Story Ideas for Communications
  10. Learning Opportunities: Free Virtual Parent Training: Understanding and Preventing Youth Trafficking; Spring Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; Register Now for Summer Enrichment CAPAT Music, Theatre, and Technology Camp; Chandler Sports League Kickball
  11. Community Engagement: AZ529 Future Career Art Contest; City of Chandler Airport Day; FBI Phoenix Division Invites Community Leaders to 2026 Citizens Academy; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!
  12. Important Links 
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  14. Connect With Us on Social Media
  15. Notice of Non-discrimination
3 teachers dressed as cruella serve ice cream for 101st day of school
CUSD Weekly Update 1-14-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. You’re invited: CUSD Superintendent Search Forum with Finalists
  2. Discover, Explore, Connect: Join Us for Open Houses and Curriculum Nights
  3. School Spotlight: Shumway Leadership Academy
  4. 2026-2027 Registration Now Open!
  5. Preschool and Pre-K Registration Now Open!
  6. Districtwide Music Festivals Highlight Collaboration and Talent
  7. Innovative Organizations: CUSD and City of Chandler Partner to Host Chandler Innovation Fair; Hartford Sylvia Encinas & Hamilton High Earn Top 500 Public School Honors; 
  8. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Chandler High Principal Recognized for Leadership; Hands-On Coding Fun for Hartford’s 2nd Grade TOP Class; ACP Sisters Compete on Food Network’s Baking Championship: Next Gen; Educator of the Month Award Presented at Basha Elementary; Sanborn Students Celebrate Kindness at Be Kind People Project Assembly; Auxier Second Graders Scoop Up Fun on the 101st Day
  9. Story Ideas for Communications
  10. Learning Opportunities: Free Virtual Parent Training: Understanding and Preventing Youth Trafficking; Spring Break Camps: Kids Express and Lil' Explorers; Register Now for Summer Enrichment CAPAT Music, Theatre, and Technology Camp; Chandler Sports League Soccer Camps
  11. Community Engagement: AZ529 Future Career Art Contest; City of Chandler Airport Day; FBI Phoenix Division Invites Community Leaders to 2026 Citizens Academy; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!
  12. Important Links 
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  14. Connect With Us on Social Media
  15. Notice of Non-discrimination
Hamilton Debate Team stands in front of School Logo Mural with teacher
CUSD Weekly Update 1-7-2026 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. Video: Why CUSD? Our Numbers Speak for themselves
  2. 2026-2027 Registration Now Open!
  3. Discover, Explore, Connect: Join Us for Open Houses and Curriculum Nights
  4. Preschool and Pre-K Registration Now Open!
  5. School Board Appreciation Month
  6. Innovative Organizations: Lions a Lifeline for Scores of Chandler Unified Students; Looking for College and Career Information? Check Out This Great Resource!; Kick Off the Fun at Perry Puma Soccer Youth Night on Friday: Free Entry for Students
  7. Culture: Where Everyone Thrives: Hamilton High Debate Team Advances to Global Top 32; Andersen Security Guard Transforms Hallway with Superhero Mural; CUSD Represented at Fiesta Bowl Parade; 
  8. Story Ideas for Communications
  9. Learning Opportunities: Unleashing True Potential in Every Student: Register Now for Summer Enrichment CAPAT Music, Theatre, and Technology Camp; Chandler Sports League Soccer Camps: Conley, Tarwater; Free Virtual Parent Training: Understanding and Preventing Youth Trafficking; 
  10. Community Engagement: Student Success Begins with the 'US' in CUSD: TFBI Phoenix Division Invites Community Leaders to 2026 Citizens Academy; Celebrate Champions of Inclusion – Nominate or Apply Today!
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  14. Notice of Non-discrimination
Santan Student wins literacy award sits with parents and book
CUSD Weekly Update 12-17-2025 (opens in new window/tab)

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  1. East Valley Conference Champions Shine
  2. Buzz-Worthy Performances at the CUSD Spelling Bee
  3. Don’t Wait! Open Enrollment Spaces Fill Fast!
  4. Discover, Explore, Connect: Join Us for Open Houses and Curriculum Nights
  5. SAVE THE DATE - Preschool and Pre-K Registration
  6. Innovative Organizations: Hartford Sylvia Encinas TOP Program; Tune In: A New CUSD Podcast Episode #4 Drops This Week
  7. Culture: School, Staff, and District Highlights: Reading Rally Brings the Excitement to Frye Elementary; First Tee 2025 Outstanding School Partner Award; Hamilton Student Wins Prestigious Award for Top Arizona HS Football Player; Santan Elementary Student Wins a Literary Award!
  8. Story Ideas for Communications
  9. Learning Opportunities: Free Virtual Parent Training: Understanding and Preventing Youth Trafficking; What Is Your Student Doing Over Winter Break? Winter Break Enrichment; Register Now for Kids Express & Lil Explorers Winter Break Camp 
  10. Community Engagement: Tax Credit Donation; Subaru Share the Love Supporting CUSD Teacher and Staff Scholarships; Casteel Students Lead Community Fun at Queen Creek Teen Drive-In Movie Night
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  12. District Guide to Solving Problems 
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  15. Notice of Non-discrimination

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