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![A group photo of 42 scholarship recipients at Chandler High School in 2024.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663119/cusd80com/ee0dhhh7wvrrdrffxvud/CHSrecipients.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663119/cusd80com/ee0dhhh7wvrrdrffxvud/CHSrecipients.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663119/cusd80com/ee0dhhh7wvrrdrffxvud/CHSrecipients.jpg","width":695}])
Three scholarships are available with Chandler Education Foundation.
- applications
- awards
- cef
- chandler education f
- scholarships
- students
- teachers
![Students work during a Lego practice team]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663115/cusd80com/lydgb91qxiufv3mimvlj/383A1275.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663115/cusd80com/lydgb91qxiufv3mimvlj/383A1275.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663115/cusd80com/lydgb91qxiufv3mimvlj/383A1275.jpg","width":695}])
Patterson's First Lego Team is making school history by qualifying for the state championship.
- lego
- math
- patterson elementary
- patterson pride
- science
- state championships
- stem
- technology
![ ]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663111/cusd80com/h2baqnwg3ffechqyemkl/LifelongLearningTeacherScholarshipscelebration.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663111/cusd80com/h2baqnwg3ffechqyemkl/LifelongLearningTeacherScholarshipscelebration.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663111/cusd80com/h2baqnwg3ffechqyemkl/LifelongLearningTeacherScholarshipscelebration.jpg","width":695}])
Over the past 10 years, the Subaru Superstore of Chandler has generously donated toward Lifelong Learning scholarships for CUSD teachers.
- Education
- cef
- chandler education f
- chandler unified sc
- cusd
- educators
- partnerships
- subaru
- teachers
![Casteel High School's logo of the Casteel Colt.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663109/cusd80com/pzhknoztdxc4fmokr0cl/CCHS-Colts_Lockup_CMYK.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663109/cusd80com/pzhknoztdxc4fmokr0cl/CCHS-Colts_Lockup_CMYK.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663109/cusd80com/pzhknoztdxc4fmokr0cl/CCHS-Colts_Lockup_CMYK.jpg","width":695}])
For the 2025-2026 school year, two exciting changes are coming to Casteel High School.
- accelerated program
- casteel colts
- casteel high school
- casteel junior high
- chandler unified
- cusd
![Leanne Prater, a CTA Liberty teacher and her students celebrate receiving a $1,500 grant.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663105/cusd80com/zlczy7ek6t9dpaqh8cwx/CTALibertygrantwinner.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663105/cusd80com/zlczy7ek6t9dpaqh8cwx/CTALibertygrantwinner.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663105/cusd80com/zlczy7ek6t9dpaqh8cwx/CTALibertygrantwinner.jpg","width":695}])
Funds directly support teacher-requested grants across the CUSD, enhancing the educational experience for students throughout the district.
- c4c
- cash for classrooms
- cef
- chandler education f
- chandler unified
- cusd
- educators
- giving
- grants
- scholarships
![A graphic sharing information about CUSD schools that made the AP Honor Roll.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663102/cusd80com/n3owyh4ymimoimeoojvo/AP_HONORROLL.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663102/cusd80com/n3owyh4ymimoimeoojvo/AP_HONORROLL.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663102/cusd80com/n3owyh4ymimoimeoojvo/AP_HONORROLL.png","width":695}])
The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools whose AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening access.
- academics
- acp high school
- acphs
- arizona college pre
- awards
- casteel high school
- cchs
- college board
- hamilton high schoo
- hhs
- honor roll
![An image of dignitaries during the Galveston Elementary School ribbon cutting ceremony]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663096/cusd80com/zl56nkvnhx5g7zjowboy/GalvestonRibbonCuttingCeremony_FirstDay_10082024DSC06345.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663096/cusd80com/zl56nkvnhx5g7zjowboy/GalvestonRibbonCuttingCeremony_FirstDay_10082024DSC06345.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663096/cusd80com/zl56nkvnhx5g7zjowboy/GalvestonRibbonCuttingCeremony_FirstDay_10082024DSC06345.jpg","width":695}])
Originally constructed in 1963, the campus’ first phase of the $35 million reimagination recently opened its doors to welcome students, teachers, and faculty to their new facility.
- bond dollars
- construction
- galveston
- galveston lions
- lion pride
- mccarthy
- new school
- orcutt winslow
- partners
- partnership
- rebuild
- your bond dollars a
- yourbonddollarsatwo
![An image of the Chandler High School ROTC standing on a golf course with dignitaries.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663093/cusd80com/ljgovk5vsrqnu7hz5nko/CEFGolfcolorguard.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663093/cusd80com/ljgovk5vsrqnu7hz5nko/CEFGolfcolorguard.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663093/cusd80com/ljgovk5vsrqnu7hz5nko/CEFGolfcolorguard.jpg","width":695}])
It was a record-breaking year for the Chandler Education Foundation's annual Golf Tournament & Fundraiser.
- Fundraiser
- cef
- chandler education
- golf tournament
- nonprofit
- public education
- public schools
- scholarships
- students
![A group photo of students in Andersen Elementary School's Rocket Fuel Club.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663090/cusd80com/e59gut5akzvgifq9nbvx/andersenel_rocketfuelclub1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663090/cusd80com/e59gut5akzvgifq9nbvx/andersenel_rocketfuelclub1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663090/cusd80com/e59gut5akzvgifq9nbvx/andersenel_rocketfuelclub1.jpg","width":695}])
A cooking club is teaching students practical cooking skills, from identifying ingredients to studying nutritional information.
- Andersen Elementary
- Youth
- andersen astronauts
- chandler unified sc
- cooking
- cusd
- cusd nutrition
- elementary school
- life skills
- whole child
![Career and Technical Education Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663089/cusd80com/se2t018htahmfyokottt/ctenew.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663089/cusd80com/se2t018htahmfyokottt/ctenew.png","width":409}])
The Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) Governing Board approved a memorandum of understanding between CUSD and the University of Arizona to establish the first-of-its-kind high school career and technical (CTE) education program in Semiconductor Manufacturing. The development of the two-year semiconductor curriculum will be in partnership with the East Valley Institute of Technology (EVIT).
![Chandler Education Foundation Board of Directors with a scholarship winner at Basha High School.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663085/cusd80com/bewc5mmf3bvggjuhjumr/Knutsen.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663085/cusd80com/bewc5mmf3bvggjuhjumr/Knutsen.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663085/cusd80com/bewc5mmf3bvggjuhjumr/Knutsen.jpg","width":695}])
Chandler Education Foundation awarded a record 213 financial scholarships this month thanks to the unprecedented success of the Winner’s Choice Car or Cash Raffle Fundraiser – and the field of exceptional applicants.
- Basha High School
- basha bears
- cef
- chandler education f
- chandler high schoo
- chandler unified
- chandler wolves
- class of 2024
- cusd
- graduates
- graduation
- paying it forward
- scholarships
- students
- volunteerism
![Andersen Elementary IB World School Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663082/cusd80com/wqkkduyikjeimx18cjvr/LogoOption.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663082/cusd80com/wqkkduyikjeimx18cjvr/LogoOption.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663082/cusd80com/wqkkduyikjeimx18cjvr/LogoOption.png","width":695}])
There are only seven other elementary schools in Arizona with this distinction.
- Andersen Elementary
- andersen astronauts
- andersen el
- certification
- ib program
- ib pyp
- international bacca
- kristin kinghorn
- primary years progr
![Galveston Elementary Campus renovation reaches topping out milestone]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663080/cusd80com/ecqu6jiauqbh9ymuezkh/frankkids.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663080/cusd80com/ecqu6jiauqbh9ymuezkh/frankkids.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663080/cusd80com/ecqu6jiauqbh9ymuezkh/frankkids.jpg","width":695}])
Chandler Unified School District's Galveston Elementary, which originally opened in 1963, is under construction with its campus reimagination project.
- 2023 2024 school yea
- chandler
- chandler unified
- galveston elementar
- galveston lions
- mccarthy
- new school
![An image of Cynthia James from Perry High School with her NBCT pennant]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663077/cusd80com/qlwfx7ripedgxdlgccby/NBCT_CynthiaJames_AndersenEl_dsc09498.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663077/cusd80com/qlwfx7ripedgxdlgccby/NBCT_CynthiaJames_AndersenEl_dsc09498.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663077/cusd80com/qlwfx7ripedgxdlgccby/NBCT_CynthiaJames_AndersenEl_dsc09498.jpg","width":695}])
Nine CUSD teachers earned and renewed their National Board Certification in the 2023-2024 school year.
- Andersen Elementary
- achievements
- announcements
- auxier elementary s
- awards
- chandler unified
- cusd
- elite performance a
- perry high school
- santan elementary s
- shumway leadership
- tarwater elememtary
- teachers
![An image of Alexis Li]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663073/cusd80com/sns8ivbfsxcfqj4dkj9u/AlexisLisquaresizedimage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663073/cusd80com/sns8ivbfsxcfqj4dkj9u/AlexisLisquaresizedimage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663073/cusd80com/sns8ivbfsxcfqj4dkj9u/AlexisLisquaresizedimage.jpg","width":695}])
A Hamilton High School senior is one of two from Arizona named in this national science and math competition.
- achievements
- awards
- competition
- hamilton high school
- hamilton huskies
- hhs
- math
- recognition
- regeneron
- science
- steam
- stem
- sts
- student awards
![An image listing all the CUSD National Merit Semifinalists from the Class of 2024]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663071/cusd80com/pvecskqfntub3giwja0n/nationalmeritsemifinalists2024.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663071/cusd80com/pvecskqfntub3giwja0n/nationalmeritsemifinalists2024.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663071/cusd80com/pvecskqfntub3giwja0n/nationalmeritsemifinalists2024.png","width":695}])
69 CUSD students have been named National Merit semifinalists.
- Basha High School
- acp high school
- acp knights
- arizona college pre
- awards
- basha bears
- casteel colts
- casteel high school
- chandler high schoo
- chandler wolves
- hamilton high schoo
- hamilton huskies
- honors
- national merit semif
- perry high school
- perry pumas
- student achievement
- student news
![JED AASA Partnership Announcement]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663070/cusd80com/icypk449duqffkvavtjb/jed.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663070/cusd80com/icypk449duqffkvavtjb/jed.jpg","width":299}])
New program to guide school districts across the country in a transformational program supporting the emotional well-being of PreK-12 students.
![Teachers from Tarwater Elementary School are honored with awards on stage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663067/cusd80com/im47e1gdo0aj0ugrbvjp/TeacherAward.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663067/cusd80com/im47e1gdo0aj0ugrbvjp/TeacherAward.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663067/cusd80com/im47e1gdo0aj0ugrbvjp/TeacherAward.jpg","width":695}])
Four Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) teachers were honored with the Chinese Teacher Milestone Award Fall 2023.
- awards
- chandler unified
- cusd
- dli
- dual language immer
- hamilton high schoo
- hamilton huskies
- hhs
- mandarin
- recognition
- tarwater elementary
- tarwater toros
- teachers
- world languages
![A profile image of Megan Driving Hawk from Perry High School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663064/cusd80com/seumgpsgevxrtxeoaapv/DrivingHawk_Headshot.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663064/cusd80com/seumgpsgevxrtxeoaapv/DrivingHawk_Headshot.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663064/cusd80com/seumgpsgevxrtxeoaapv/DrivingHawk_Headshot.jpg","width":695}])
A fine arts teacher from Perry High School was honored by the Arizona Art Education Association.
- Arts
- arizona state art e
- awards
- chandler unified
- cusd
- fine arts
- fine arts education
- megan driving hawk
- perry high school
- perry pumas
- phs
- recognition
- teacher
- teachers
![Teacher gets grant from CEF]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663061/cusd80com/ryxmeo3fsbveh547wszh/20231019_094921.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663061/cusd80com/ryxmeo3fsbveh547wszh/20231019_094921.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663061/cusd80com/ryxmeo3fsbveh547wszh/20231019_094921.jpg","width":695}])
Out of 150 grant applications submitted by teachers across the district, 116 were selected by a panel of CEF Board members and district leaders, with a focus on enhancing access, innovation, and excellence in CUSD classrooms.
- Arts
- Charity
- cef
- chandler education f
- classrooms
- donation
- grants
- kids
- scholarships
- staff members
- steam
- stem
- students
- teachers
![Adult hearing students speak about STEM project.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663059/cusd80com/rqv62jpdy80ymtypc2fo/FryeatASUInnovationCenter_img_9811.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663059/cusd80com/rqv62jpdy80ymtypc2fo/FryeatASUInnovationCenter_img_9811.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663059/cusd80com/rqv62jpdy80ymtypc2fo/FryeatASUInnovationCenter_img_9811.jpg","width":695}])
Chandler Unified School District and ASU Prep Digital Unveil Dynamic Partnership to Empower Students
The Chandler Unified School District (CUSD), in collaboration with ASU Prep Digital, the City of Chandler, and Arizona State University (ASU), is proud to announce an innovative and multifaceted partnership aimed at enhancing educational experiences and opportunities for students.
- ASU
- Community
- chandler unified sc
- cusd
- elementary schools
- frye elementary scho
- frye falcons
- innovation center
- steam
- stem
![An image of dignitaries, school officials, and students at Galveston Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663054/cusd80com/dvcd7ritdyb4apkv2bic/GalvestonGroundbreaking_DSC09145_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663054/cusd80com/dvcd7ritdyb4apkv2bic/GalvestonGroundbreaking_DSC09145_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663054/cusd80com/dvcd7ritdyb4apkv2bic/GalvestonGroundbreaking_DSC09145_1.jpg","width":695}])
The 72,000-square-foot rebuild of the CUSD elementary school will replace the school that originally opened as one of the first elementary schools in Chandler in 1963.
- chandler unified sc
- community partnersh
- construction
- cusd
- galveston elementar
- galveston lions
- mccarthy
- rebuild
- redesign
![An image of Kyle DeRosier receiving his IB program award]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663051/cusd80com/qqzk4dooiaqupexs45ep/kylederosier.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663051/cusd80com/qqzk4dooiaqupexs45ep/kylederosier.jpg","width":480}])
Senior Kyle DeRosier has a storied high school career, and this IB award is his latest highlight.
- chandler high schoo
- chs
- chs wolves
- courtney kemp
- high school awards
- ib career student o
- ib program
- international bacca
- kylie derosier
![A collage image of three CUSD teachers who received an Intel grant]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663046/cusd80com/bk9adqjfxcdian2y1hbw/IntelGrantWinners.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663046/cusd80com/bk9adqjfxcdian2y1hbw/IntelGrantWinners.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663046/cusd80com/bk9adqjfxcdian2y1hbw/IntelGrantWinners.png","width":695}])
Three CUSD teachers received an Intel-sponsored grant toward their professional development and educational goals.
- Intel
- awards
- bologna
- cta liberty
- diversity
- employees
- partnerships
- recognition
- staff
- teachers
![Miranda Thornton is wearing a colorful lab coat and lifted up by her students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663044/cusd80com/siqxmlhrdxghroegtbeg/mirandakidsbhs.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663044/cusd80com/siqxmlhrdxghroegtbeg/mirandakidsbhs.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663044/cusd80com/siqxmlhrdxghroegtbeg/mirandakidsbhs.jpg","width":695}])
Miranda Thornton was awarded by the National Association of Biology as the recipient for 2023 Outstanding Biology Teachers Award.
- Basha High School
- accolades
- awards
- basha bears
- bhs
- bio
- biology teacher
- miranda thornton
- science
![Matt Denny, head baseball coach at Casteel High School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663041/cusd80com/brjfkwyiqcywir0ru6oy/casteelhsbaseballcoach_mattdenny.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663041/cusd80com/brjfkwyiqcywir0ru6oy/casteelhsbaseballcoach_mattdenny.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663041/cusd80com/brjfkwyiqcywir0ru6oy/casteelhsbaseballcoach_mattdenny.png","width":584}])
Matthew Denny of Camille Casteel High School (CCHS) Baseball was named a 2023 Regional Coach of the Year.
- athletics
- awards
- baseball
- bball
- cusd athletics
- extracurriculars
- high school sports
- honors
- national recognitio
- second to none
- sports
- staff
![Families with their students in SPED tour Basha High School, Tuesday, July 18, 2023.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663037/cusd80com/ogcfh7b5jx6q5loapsa5/croppedbashatour.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663037/cusd80com/ogcfh7b5jx6q5loapsa5/croppedbashatour.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663037/cusd80com/ogcfh7b5jx6q5loapsa5/croppedbashatour.jpg","width":695}])
For the first time CUSD high schools hosted exclusive tours for students with disabilities before the first day of school July 19.
- accessibility
- chandler unified sc
- cusd
- enrolll
- events
- inclusivity
- special education
- special education t
- sped
- students with speci
- tours
![Cairo and Eli Koomson dressed as Bowser and Mario from "Super Mario Bros."]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663031/cusd80com/t7f5xubigkxsokylnsnq/koomsonbros_mariobros.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663031/cusd80com/t7f5xubigkxsokylnsnq/koomsonbros_mariobros.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663031/cusd80com/t7f5xubigkxsokylnsnq/koomsonbros_mariobros.jpg","width":695}])
Cairo Koomson, 7, leveled up his song with an enthusiastic crowd at Carlson
- Music
- bowser
- carlson champions
- carlson elementary
- chris pratt
- jack black
- mario
- peaches
- performance
- singing
- song
- super mario bros
- talent show
- viral
![An image of a kindergarten class at Haley Elementary School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663026/cusd80com/covcvlsotwbnlyzt8ddk/IMG_0201.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663026/cusd80com/covcvlsotwbnlyzt8ddk/IMG_0201.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663026/cusd80com/covcvlsotwbnlyzt8ddk/IMG_0201.jpg","width":695}])
Kindergarten is an exciting milestone, but it can also be stressful. Follow tips to ease your child into school.
- chandler unified
- cusd
- early start kinderg
- enroll
- enrollment
- kindergarten
- parenting
- parenting tips
- prek
- preschool
- tips
![A group image of teachers selected for the 2023 Disney 100 celebration in May]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663021/cusd80com/tzswdail56xycijjitta/disney100_2023.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663021/cusd80com/tzswdail56xycijjitta/disney100_2023.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663021/cusd80com/tzswdail56xycijjitta/disney100_2023.jpg","width":695}])
Both CUSD teachers were selected from a pool of 7,900 applicants across the country.
- chandler unified
- cusd
- disney
- disneyland
- rice elementary sch
- riggs elementary sc
- teacher appreciatio
- teachers
![An image of students in Chandler Unified School District's enrichment programs]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663019/cusd80com/hrqmi31sqaitezh0kehp/coverimagesummerprograms2023.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663019/cusd80com/hrqmi31sqaitezh0kehp/coverimagesummerprograms2023.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663019/cusd80com/hrqmi31sqaitezh0kehp/coverimagesummerprograms2023.jpg","width":695}])
About 50 free enrichment courses are available to families this summer.
- Children
- Enrichment
- camps
- chandler unified sc
- community education
- cusd
- elementary school
- prek
- preschool
- schools out
- summer 2023
- summer camps
- summer clubs
- summer programs
![Group photo of Principal Shirley Mathew being celebrated at Rice Elementary School.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663017/cusd80com/md9j2isc7pkwxntb8esl/shirley.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663017/cusd80com/md9j2isc7pkwxntb8esl/shirley.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663017/cusd80com/md9j2isc7pkwxntb8esl/shirley.jpg","width":695}])
The Exemplary Principal Award recognizes leaders who understand the connection between a thriving school culture and high levels of student achievement and teacher retention.
![An image of the fine arts seals that go on students' diplomas at graduation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663015/cusd80com/v5em1qh5wh5lq2c0avfp/fineartsseal2023.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663015/cusd80com/v5em1qh5wh5lq2c0avfp/fineartsseal2023.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663015/cusd80com/v5em1qh5wh5lq2c0avfp/fineartsseal2023.jpg","width":695}])
Fine arts seals are awarded to students who demonstrated high levels of proficiency and commitment to their chosen discipline.
- Basha High School
- Music
- acp high school
- band
- casteel high school
- chandler high schoo
- choir
- choral
- class of 2023
- fine arts
- graduation
- hamilton high schoo
- instruments
- orchestra
- perry high school
- seniors
- theater
- visual arts
![Shown from left: Assistant Coach Matt, Autumn, Natalie, Jeremy, Adam, & Coach Lori.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663012/cusd80com/xrpj68dzbc1ueticeolz/Picture1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663012/cusd80com/xrpj68dzbc1ueticeolz/Picture1.jpg","width":501}])
Team CUSD was the only Arizona elementary team to earn an award at 2023 Worlds.
- achievements
- awards
- chandler unified sc
- competitions
- cusd
- fulton elementary s
- fulton fire
- robotics
- steam
- stem
- technology
- vex world robotics 2
- weinberg gifted aca
- weinberg wildcats
![Hamilton High School Super Smash Brothers esports State Championships]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663008/cusd80com/xqmijxpydgfezknkwfgz/smashbrosesportshamilton.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663008/cusd80com/xqmijxpydgfezknkwfgz/smashbrosesportshamilton.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663008/cusd80com/xqmijxpydgfezknkwfgz/smashbrosesportshamilton.jpg","width":695}])
The Huskies won both games they participated in during the AIA Esports State Championships.
- athletics
- chandler unified
- competition
- computers
- cusd
- esports
- hamilton high schoo
- hamilton huskies
- hhs
- streaming
- technology
- video games
![An image of Shandel Roberts]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663005/cusd80com/jlxbdsewk8bh5mavyqss/Shandel.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663005/cusd80com/jlxbdsewk8bh5mavyqss/Shandel.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663005/cusd80com/jlxbdsewk8bh5mavyqss/Shandel.jpg","width":695}])
Roberts is one of two Arizona nominees for this National History Day award.
- awards
- educators
- national awards
- national history da
- social studies
- teacher accolades
- teacher of the year
- teachers
- willis junior high s
- wjhs
![An image of students performing with drums in Tarwater's Dual Language Immersion Mandarin program.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663002/cusd80com/lvj9zbdbbe9tibo6x6m4/LunarNewYear_Tarwater_02032023_img_8883.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663002/cusd80com/lvj9zbdbbe9tibo6x6m4/LunarNewYear_Tarwater_02032023_img_8883.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663002/cusd80com/lvj9zbdbbe9tibo6x6m4/LunarNewYear_Tarwater_02032023_img_8883.jpg","width":695}])
Tarwater is one of only 20 programs in the country to earn this designation.
- bilingual
- chinese
- dli
- dual language immer
- mandarin
- multilingual
- tarwater elementary
- tarwater toros
![An image of a banner at the future site of the Hope Institute of CUSD.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737663000/cusd80com/xaeurn6bmnppdcb9w6av/futuresiteofhopeinstitute.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737663000/cusd80com/xaeurn6bmnppdcb9w6av/futuresiteofhopeinstitute.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737663000/cusd80com/xaeurn6bmnppdcb9w6av/futuresiteofhopeinstitute.jpg","width":695}])
CUSD is committed to addressing the very important issue of youth mental health.
- chandler unified
- chandler unified sc
- cusd
- mental health
- teen mental health
- the hope institute
- youth mental health
![Students at CTA Humphrey spend time with therapy dog Hank from Gabriel's Angels in February 2023.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662996/cusd80com/wmzqxboeyoouziudesbv/IMG_2789.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662996/cusd80com/wmzqxboeyoouziudesbv/IMG_2789.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662996/cusd80com/wmzqxboeyoouziudesbv/IMG_2789.jpg","width":695}])
CUSD students find comfort in reading to and spending time with therapy dogs!
- dogs
- elementary schools
- mental health
- pets
- reading
- therapy dogs
![An image of Superintendent Frank Narducci with the Riggs Elementary Girls track team]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662993/cusd80com/cn5axghlygoe2j226don/elementarytrackmeet2023_riggsgirls.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662993/cusd80com/cn5axghlygoe2j226don/elementarytrackmeet2023_riggsgirls.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662993/cusd80com/cn5axghlygoe2j226don/elementarytrackmeet2023_riggsgirls.jpg","width":695}])
All 32 CUSD elementary schools had students represent at the event, but two walked away with team titles.
- athletics
- cusd athletics
- elementary track mee
- riggs elementary sc
- santan elementary s
![Indigenous Education Program hosts first fashion show event]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662990/cusd80com/jrvktagaeel8qgadyf0e/IndigenousFashionShow_WL_IMG_8804.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662990/cusd80com/jrvktagaeel8qgadyf0e/IndigenousFashionShow_WL_IMG_8804.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662990/cusd80com/jrvktagaeel8qgadyf0e/IndigenousFashionShow_WL_IMG_8804.jpg","width":695}])
Students showed their cultural pride and wore traditional wear during CUSD's first-ever Indigenous Fashion Show.
- district events
- events
- fashion show
- federal programs
- indigenous
- indigenous education
- native american
![How music helps, encourages CUSD students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662986/cusd80com/sslit0e0yjie4rccxhwd/2U2A5342.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662986/cusd80com/sslit0e0yjie4rccxhwd/2U2A5342.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662986/cusd80com/sslit0e0yjie4rccxhwd/2U2A5342.jpg","width":695}])
Did you know March is Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM®)? Here's how CUSD Community Education encourages music everyday
- Education
- Music
- elementary schools
- music in our schools
- prek
- preschool
![An image of three CUSD teachers smiling for the camera with a National Board Certified Balloon]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662981/cusd80com/wpjqtvzu2vz23ssow5sy/IMG_1011.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662981/cusd80com/wpjqtvzu2vz23ssow5sy/IMG_1011.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662981/cusd80com/wpjqtvzu2vz23ssow5sy/IMG_1011.jpg","width":695}])
These educators join a class of more than 2,800 teachers for the 2022-2023 school year.
- Basha High School
- carlson elementary
- national board cert
- nbct
- nbpts
- professional develo
- teacher certificati
![An image of Casteel High School students working at a Super Bowl event called Taste of the NFL.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662979/cusd80com/bwuh7b6pof0ydkqswcim/tasteofnfl2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662979/cusd80com/bwuh7b6pof0ydkqswcim/tasteofnfl2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662979/cusd80com/bwuh7b6pof0ydkqswcim/tasteofnfl2.jpg","width":695}])
Career and Technical Education (CTE) at Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) is designed to prepare students for continuous learning and workforce success.
- career and technical
- cte
- hands on learning
![An image of students from ACP Middle School presenting their city to City of Chandler staff members]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662975/cusd80com/qh5dew7jzoq14sfbqggr/PXL_20230209_215928369.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662975/cusd80com/qh5dew7jzoq14sfbqggr/PXL_20230209_215928369.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662975/cusd80com/qh5dew7jzoq14sfbqggr/PXL_20230209_215928369.jpg","width":695}])
Students designed, researched, and built model cities of their own to compete in the Future City Competition.
- acp middle
- arizona college prep
- city of chandler
- club
- competition
- future city
- math
- science
- stem
![An image of Joshua Shunk at International Science and Engineering Fair]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662971/cusd80com/cy2lgatlgo7isyqf3uji/joshuashunk_accentimage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662971/cusd80com/cy2lgatlgo7isyqf3uji/joshuashunk_accentimage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662971/cusd80com/cy2lgatlgo7isyqf3uji/joshuashunk_accentimage.jpg","width":695}])
Perry High senior Joshua Shunk is one of 40 finalists in a weeklong competition in March.
- competition
- engineering
- high schools
- joshua shunk
- math
- perry high
- perry high school
- perry pumas
- science
- steam
- stem
![Isabel Ticlo stands next to a Chandler Unified School District Portrait of a Learner sign]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662967/cusd80com/qjrjow1bm9qwcdst8szu/isabelticlo_accentimage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662967/cusd80com/qjrjow1bm9qwcdst8szu/isabelticlo_accentimage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662967/cusd80com/qjrjow1bm9qwcdst8szu/isabelticlo_accentimage.jpg","width":695}])
The Hamilton High alumna wears many hats and gives back to her community often
- Charity
- alumna
- alumni
- class of 2012
- hamilton high alumn
- hamilton high schoo
- isabel ticlo
- miss america
- miss arizona
- miss arizona usa
- volunteering
![An image that says "A Winter Break Guide to Keeping Kids Busy From Chandler Online Academy"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662965/cusd80com/xciowdi62kvnhwc3xsjv/coaelem_winterbreak2022.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662965/cusd80com/xciowdi62kvnhwc3xsjv/coaelem_winterbreak2022.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662965/cusd80com/xciowdi62kvnhwc3xsjv/coaelem_winterbreak2022.jpg","width":695}])
Winter Break is here! If your elementary kids are getting bored, Chandler Online Academy - Elementary teachers have some ideas for you.
- chandler online aca
- coa
- counting
- cusd
- learning loss
- online school
- physical education
- reading
- tips
- winter break
![Zach Ringo-Kasotakis with Willis Junior High School principal Jeff Delp]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662962/cusd80com/lpdbgpgscgk8xrkqinaw/zachringo_wjhs2022.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662962/cusd80com/lpdbgpgscgk8xrkqinaw/zachringo_wjhs2022.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662962/cusd80com/lpdbgpgscgk8xrkqinaw/zachringo_wjhs2022.jpg","width":695}])
CUSD educators are willing to pay for classroom supplies out of their own pocket, but Cash for Classrooms is here to help.
- awards
- cash for classrooms
- chandler education
- donations
- generosity
- grants
- tarwater elementary
- willis junior high
- wjhs
![Perry High School student named a Phoenix Indian Center High School Student of the Year]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662959/cusd80com/h1dpn6z4musnaxhl3njm/sumaya_HOSAConference.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662959/cusd80com/h1dpn6z4musnaxhl3njm/sumaya_HOSAConference.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662959/cusd80com/h1dpn6z4musnaxhl3njm/sumaya_HOSAConference.jpg","width":695}])
Sumaya Quitugua (Acoma Pueblo) is an example of indigenous excellence in Chandler Unified School District (CUSD).
- Acoma Pueblo
- federal programs
- iep
- indigenous
- indigenous educatio
- perry high school
- perry pumas
- phoenix indian cent
- phs
- pic
![Three CUSD staff members receive the Intel Teacher Diversity STEAM grant]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662954/cusd80com/ycsj8spmn9ajyigd2h63/intelgrantwinners.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662954/cusd80com/ycsj8spmn9ajyigd2h63/intelgrantwinners.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662954/cusd80com/ycsj8spmn9ajyigd2h63/intelgrantwinners.jpg","width":695}])
Each recipient receives $1200, which can go toward their schooling and education.
- Intel
- awards
- celebrations
- corporate
- diversity
- employees
- equity
- grants
- hr
- partnerships
- teachers
![Casteel High School honors veterans with a living library]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662950/cusd80com/xalyy5xaqoqqppivpiio/PXL_20221110_011810705MP.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662950/cusd80com/xalyy5xaqoqqppivpiio/PXL_20221110_011810705MP.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662950/cusd80com/xalyy5xaqoqqppivpiio/PXL_20221110_011810705MP.jpg","width":695}])
In honor of Veterans Day, Chandler Unified School District’s Dr. Camille Casteel High School (CCHS) hosted its second Veterans Living Library on Wednesday, November 9, 2022.
- casteel colts
- casteel high school
- cchs
- enlistment
- library
- living library
- military
- veterans
- veterans day
![Journey to enrollment: Visit Chandler Unified schools at open house nights]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662949/cusd80com/smrsocanujqhhdj8bvng/openhouses2022.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662949/cusd80com/smrsocanujqhhdj8bvng/openhouses2022.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662949/cusd80com/smrsocanujqhhdj8bvng/openhouses2022.jpg","width":695}])
The Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) enrollment dates are right around the corner.
- 2023 2024 school ye
- Registration
- chandler unified
- cusd
- enroll
- events
- information
- kindergarten
- open enrollment
- open enrollment app
- open houses
- prek
- preschool
- school registration
![Andersen Elementary principal named a 2022 National Distinguished Principal]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662946/cusd80com/btot3awnzjpau5kq276y/KinghornKristin.jpg","width":200}])
With her guidance, culture shifted with shared goals, meaningful relationships, and rigorous PLCs.
- 20222023
- Andersen Elementary
- elementary schools
- empowered staff
- kristin kinghorn
- principals
![Promoting biliteracy at Chandler Unified]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662942/cusd80com/zaxzr9fr4niwcp3uj73h/PXL_20220927_161609752.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662942/cusd80com/zaxzr9fr4niwcp3uj73h/PXL_20220927_161609752.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662942/cusd80com/zaxzr9fr4niwcp3uj73h/PXL_20220927_161609752.jpg","width":695}])
While many bilingual children grow up learning their second language in the home, some CUSD schools provide opportunities to learn another language.
- bilingual
- community education
- dual language explo
- dual language immer
- language learning
- multilingual
- prek
- preschool
- toddlers
![An image of Rachna Nath]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662939/cusd80com/tpnijivqit6fzyzhs1zz/rachnanathcopy2022.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662939/cusd80com/tpnijivqit6fzyzhs1zz/rachnanathcopy2022.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662939/cusd80com/tpnijivqit6fzyzhs1zz/rachnanathcopy2022.jpg","width":695}])
Nath is a honeybee scientist, innovator, and entrepreneur in addition to being a teacher at ACP High.
- 20222023
- acp high school
- acp knights
- acphs
- empowered staff
- future ready
- innovation
- invention
- patents
- rachna nath
- science
![James Torre playing soccer in Germany. He's wearing a blue jersey.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662937/cusd80com/ajgwhbcutct6kraqxvz2/jamestorre_2022.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662937/cusd80com/ajgwhbcutct6kraqxvz2/jamestorre_2022.jpg","width":500}])
James Torre balances online school while playing soccer in Germany in a year-long program.
- 20222023
- chandler online acad
- chandler unified
- coa
- cusd
- james torre
- soccer
- student athletes
![A photo of Steve Kanner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662935/cusd80com/byvqyuagwecf4z9bgxes/kanner.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662935/cusd80com/byvqyuagwecf4z9bgxes/kanner.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662935/cusd80com/byvqyuagwecf4z9bgxes/kanner.png","width":695}])
Hamilton High School's Steve Kanner was selected as a recipient of the 2022 Yale Educator Award.
- awards
- counselor
- counselors
- hamilton high
- hamilton high schoo
- hhs
- recognition
- staff
- yale
![CUSD has 56 National Merit Semifinalists in the Class of 2023]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662932/cusd80com/forrkjpkbacic0ypci2w/NationalMeritSemifinalists2223.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662932/cusd80com/forrkjpkbacic0ypci2w/NationalMeritSemifinalists2223.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662932/cusd80com/forrkjpkbacic0ypci2w/NationalMeritSemifinalists2223.png","width":695}])
They are among 16,000 semifinalists nationwide out of more than 1.6 million students.
- acp high
- acphs
- basha
- bhs
- casteel high
- cchs
- chandler high
- chs
- hamilton high
- hhs
- national merit semif
- perry
- phs
![An image of Prisha Shroff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662929/cusd80com/s3bsxuc7qmmd5fvb9dq0/prishashroff_summit22.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662929/cusd80com/s3bsxuc7qmmd5fvb9dq0/prishashroff_summit22.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662929/cusd80com/s3bsxuc7qmmd5fvb9dq0/prishashroff_summit22.jpg","width":695}])
Prisha Shroff is a student at Hamilton High School who has received several STEM awards, and she's only a sophomore.
- 20222023
- hamilton high school
- hhs
- prepared students
- prisha shroff
- student spotlight
- transformational le
![An image of Jaime McClure, Eric Magana, and Jim Culver]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662927/cusd80com/vycnh0kjxxpjxjvfbmqx/AIAAA_ADAwards_longcopy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662927/cusd80com/vycnh0kjxxpjxjvfbmqx/AIAAA_ADAwards_longcopy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662927/cusd80com/vycnh0kjxxpjxjvfbmqx/AIAAA_ADAwards_longcopy.jpg","width":695}])
Three CUSD athletic directors received awards from the Arizona Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association
- Basha High School
- acp
- acp high
- acphs
- arizona college pre
- athletics
- bhs
- chandler high schoo
- chandler unified
- chandler unified at
- chs
- cusd
![An image of two students entering Weinberg Gifted Academy.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662925/cusd80com/o1gw1r8fdpcanbb6s8ha/wgablueribbon_metaimage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662925/cusd80com/o1gw1r8fdpcanbb6s8ha/wgablueribbon_metaimage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662925/cusd80com/o1gw1r8fdpcanbb6s8ha/wgablueribbon_metaimage.jpg","width":695}])
Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) is proud to announce that Weinberg Gifted Academy (WGA) has been named a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School.
- 20222023
- blue ribbon school
- chandler unified
- cusd
- weinberg gifted acad
- wga
![An image of a community first responder with Andersen Elementary students.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662922/cusd80com/do3vscsfqwsa2yjftmdk/IMG_3249.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662922/cusd80com/do3vscsfqwsa2yjftmdk/IMG_3249.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662922/cusd80com/do3vscsfqwsa2yjftmdk/IMG_3249.jpg","width":695}])
On Friday, September 9, 2022, schools across the Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) hosted events in honor of Patriot Day.
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- america
- chandler unified
- cusd
- first responders
- partnerships
- patriot day
- patriotism
- schools
![An image of Fine Arts seals granted by the Arizona Department of Education]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662919/cusd80com/w8ydifcuhybixywdp5gd/20220426_100241.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662919/cusd80com/w8ydifcuhybixywdp5gd/20220426_100241.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662919/cusd80com/w8ydifcuhybixywdp5gd/20220426_100241.jpg","width":695}])
2021-2022 school year, 80 CUSD students earned the arts seal - the third highest in the state.
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- arts in education
- chandler unified
- cusd
- high schools
- performing arts
![An image of a teacher from Conley Elementary reading to students.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662916/cusd80com/pn6pvhf4uxyqn4avjq7q/DEARatConley_img_9199.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662916/cusd80com/pn6pvhf4uxyqn4avjq7q/DEARatConley_img_9199.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662916/cusd80com/pn6pvhf4uxyqn4avjq7q/DEARatConley_img_9199.jpg","width":695}])
Reading with your children can be a fun yet challenging experience. Here's some advice from CUSD media specialists.
- librarians
- media specialists
- parent advice
- reading
![An image of the Arizona Cardinals reps with CUSD girls flag football athletes.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662914/cusd80com/tru4ics18nknq4qbbdli/PXL_20220901_234537554MP.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662914/cusd80com/tru4ics18nknq4qbbdli/PXL_20220901_234537554MP.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662914/cusd80com/tru4ics18nknq4qbbdli/PXL_20220901_234537554MP.jpg","width":695}])
During a special ceremony on Thursday, September 1, Nike, and the National Football League’s Arizona Cardinals made a generous donation in support of Chandler Unified School District’s girls flag football teams.
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- aia
- az cardinals
- cusd athletics
- girls flag football
- nike
- partnerships
- sports
![Keeping the PREP culture through change at ACP High]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662911/cusd80com/d69thw68yy3zdfjt7gvq/metaimage_acphsculture.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662911/cusd80com/d69thw68yy3zdfjt7gvq/metaimage_acphsculture.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662911/cusd80com/d69thw68yy3zdfjt7gvq/metaimage_acphsculture.jpg","width":695}])
Some tout Arizona College Prep High School as the "nerd school," but times have changed.
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- acphs
- aia
- arizona college pre
- culture
- sports
![An image of Kelsey Brown]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662909/cusd80com/seocuypbvaiedtc0r0gn/KBrowncopy.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662909/cusd80com/seocuypbvaiedtc0r0gn/KBrowncopy.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662909/cusd80com/seocuypbvaiedtc0r0gn/KBrowncopy.jpg","width":695}])
Kelsey Brown, Chandler High School International Baccalaureate (IB) teacher, has been with CUSD since 2015.
- 12 news
- 20222023
- chandler high
- chs
- cte
- ib
- ib program
- kelsey brown
- teacher of the week
![Chandler Unified introduces Portrait of a Learner]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662907/cusd80com/xagn8qkacmkge4fq5eyq/PortraitofaLearner.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662907/cusd80com/xagn8qkacmkge4fq5eyq/PortraitofaLearner.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662907/cusd80com/xagn8qkacmkge4fq5eyq/PortraitofaLearner.png","width":695}])
Chandler Unified School District is proud to present details on our Portrait of a Learner vision to instilling success for all students and developing their whole-child potential.
- portrait of a learne
- wholechild potential
![Lavin Bhat stands with his teachers, parents, and Intel representatives.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662904/cusd80com/hhbg3sroeeyhhj2qkckr/PXL_20220812_174550512.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662904/cusd80com/hhbg3sroeeyhhj2qkckr/PXL_20220812_174550512.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662904/cusd80com/hhbg3sroeeyhhj2qkckr/PXL_20220812_174550512.jpg","width":695}])
Lavin Bhat won a "Name the Crane" contest in CTA - Independence by creating the name "Skyreacher" for an Intel crane.
- Intel
- cta
- cta independence
- inde
- independence hawks
- lavin bhat
- partnerships
![Applying for free and reduced meals comes with additional benefits]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662901/cusd80com/tksnefnhuxcq9bjhrohz/FoodandNutritionAtACPHigh_04132022_img_6803.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662901/cusd80com/tksnefnhuxcq9bjhrohz/FoodandNutritionAtACPHigh_04132022_img_6803.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662901/cusd80com/tksnefnhuxcq9bjhrohz/FoodandNutritionAtACPHigh_04132022_img_6803.jpg","width":695}])
Families can apply for free and reduced meals at Chandler Unified for the 2022-2023 school year.
- chandler unified
- cusd
- cusd nutrition
- district informatio
- food and nutrition
- free and reduced me
- information
![CTEC launches Drone Operation, 3D Animation, and Cyber Security to Chandler High students]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662898/cusd80com/m0bjbhfxc2njrnb6dfbf/PXL_20220802_175024671.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662898/cusd80com/m0bjbhfxc2njrnb6dfbf/PXL_20220802_175024671.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662898/cusd80com/m0bjbhfxc2njrnb6dfbf/PXL_20220802_175024671.jpg","width":695}])
For the students who dream of piloting a drone, safeguarding technologic software, or creating video games, they can work toward achieving their goals at Chandler High School’s Chandler Technical Education Center (CTEC).
- 3d animation
- chandler high schoo
- cte
- ctec
- cyber security
- drone
- game design
![ ]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662896/cusd80com/otxou98t80docsyecrbz/jtchurch_musicman_smaller.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662896/cusd80com/otxou98t80docsyecrbz/jtchurch_musicman_smaller.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662896/cusd80com/otxou98t80docsyecrbz/jtchurch_musicman_smaller.jpg","width":695}])
JT Church starred alongside Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster in "The Music Man."
- chandler online aca
- coa
- jt church
- performing arts
![Auxier Elementary named a Leader In Me Lighthouse School]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662892/cusd80com/qlci3fc4ew6uzi6seyr7/auxierleaderinmeschool_2223.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662892/cusd80com/qlci3fc4ew6uzi6seyr7/auxierleaderinmeschool_2223.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662892/cusd80com/qlci3fc4ew6uzi6seyr7/auxierleaderinmeschool_2223.jpg","width":695}])
Auxier Elementary is one of eight schools in Arizona that holds a Leader in Me Lighthouse School certification.
- 20222023
- auxier elementary
- leader in me
- lighthouse school
![Basha High School hosts Bashas’ Guinness World Record breaker]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662890/cusd80com/sezpmxedsfakgc7tless/MicrosoftTeams-image.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662890/cusd80com/sezpmxedsfakgc7tless/MicrosoftTeams-image.jpg","width":500}])
Bashas' goal was to use more than 14,000 doughnuts to assemble a 900-square-foot mosaic of their 90th anniversary logo.
- 20222023
- Basha High School
- Bashas
- facility rental
![CUSD welcomes more than 350 new teachers in 2022-2023]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1737662886/cusd80com/rrictqdd7jhkbnrwby5s/NewTeacherBreakfast_07062022_C6D2470_IMG_9673_ACPOAKLANDandYouthServices.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1737662886/cusd80com/rrictqdd7jhkbnrwby5s/NewTeacherBreakfast_07062022_C6D2470_IMG_9673_ACPOAKLANDandYouthServices.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1737662886/cusd80com/rrictqdd7jhkbnrwby5s/NewTeacherBreakfast_07062022_C6D2470_IMG_9673_ACPOAKLANDandYouthServices.jpg","width":695}])
Out of all the new teachers, 104 are first-time teachers.
- 20222023
- new teachers