As we celebrate National Teacher Appreciation Week, May 6th-10th, I truly want to extend a heartfelt thank you for all you do on behalf of children in our District. Your dedication and hard work for our students is unwavering, and I know that the impact you make in their lives today will be reflected in their future.
At the April 16th Governing Board meeting, I read a Proclamation for Teacher Appreciation Week. This week is set aside each year to honor the great work that teachers do across this great Nation. At Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD), we truly appreciate your dedication to our students.
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5/6/13 |
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If you are still looking for the perfect Summer Camp for your child, Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) offers many Summer Camps and Programs for students of all ages! Students can experience a variety of Athletic programs and camps for team and individual sports and Special Education and Performing Arts Camps, including Vocal, Instrumental and Visual Arts! Also, find out more about our Academic Summer School for middle and high school students (traditional classroom courses and eLearning) and Early Childhood and Kids Club opportunities. Experience SUSD this summer, where learning never stops!
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5/6/13 |
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Cherokee Elementary School will host its A+ School of Excellence celebration ceremony at 9 a.m. on May 10, 8801 N. 56th St. Paradise Valley 85253. This is the first time that Cherokee has been honored with this award by the Arizona Education Foundation (AEF). A+ Schools are evaluated through an extensive application and rigorous site visit by the AEF A+ review panel, which consist of teachers, administrators, community volunteers and business leaders. Preparation of each school's application involves its students, faculty, administration and surrounding community.
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5/6/13 |
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Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) will host its annual All-City Athletic Spring Sports Awards Banquet to honor athletes from Arcadia, Chaparral, Coronado, Desert Mountain and Saguaro high schools on May 13 at Chaparral Suites. Steve Cobb, director of Major League Baseball’s Arizona Fall League, will be the guest speaker for the event. Mr. Cobb oversees the daily operations and sponsorship sales of the industry’s premier player development league. He also has more than 35 years of sports management experience.
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5/3/13 |
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On April 16th, the Governing Board approved changes to Scottsdale Unified School District’s
grading practices that will be implemented in 2013-14 school year. The recommendations were developed by a committee made up of teachers, parents, administrators and high school students. The committee studied the discrepancies between report card grades and performance on standardized assessments and the inconsistencies in grading practices across the District. In order to develop the recommendations, they studied best practices from experts across the country. The recommendations were designed to improve consistency while increasing academic rigor by focusing on student’s abilities to demonstrate what they have learned. The majority of a student’s grade will be determined based on how well they perform on assessments which include projects, essays, portfolios, tests, etc. This proficiency based system will help us better prepare our students with the knowledge and skills they need to be prepared for higher education and the workforce.
Assistant Superintendent Dr. Andi Fourlis will host two informational meetings this spring for parents and students to learn more about the changes in the grading practices they can expect to see next year. The meetings are scheduled for May 8th and May 20th at 6 p.m. at the Mohave District Annex, 8500 E. Jackrabbit Road, Scottsdale 85250. If you plan to attend one of the meetings, please RSVP to
mday@susd.org.
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5/3/13 |
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Anasazi, Cherokee and Tavan elementary schools each have the distinction of being named a 2013 A+ School of Excellence by the Arizona Educational Foundation (AEF).
A+ Schools are evaluated through an extensive application and rigorous site visit by the AEF A+ review panel, which consist of teachers, administrators, community volunteers and business leaders. Preparation of each school's application involves its students, faculty, administration and surrounding community.
This is the fourth time that Anasazi has been honored with this award. Anasazi received the honor in 1995, 2003 and 2009. Tavan is the largest elementary school to receive this award.
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5/3/13 |
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Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) Unitown will host its first annual UNIfest event to promote kindness in the community from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Saguaro High School, 6250 N. 82nd St., Scottsdale 85250. This will be the culmination of “kindness” events during SUSD’s designated anti-bullying week that will occur from May 6th-10th at each of the five high schools. The Unitown Club, with help from other various student organizations at each high school campus, is coordinating these events.
This is a free event for the SUSD community. Attendees are encouraged to bring gently used clothing or canned food as a donation to benefit members of our community.
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4/30/13 |
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On April 26th, the Scottsdale Charros honored the 2013 Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) outstanding students and educators, Scottsdale Community College teacher of the year, and The Charro Foundation scholarship and fellowship recipients at the 27th Annual Outstanding Students and Educators Awards Banquet.
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4/24/13 |
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US World Report & News evaluated nearly 22,000 public high schools in 49 states and the District of Columbia. Schools were awarded gold, silver, or bronze medals based on state proficiency standards, how well they prepare students for college and other factors. Once again, Arcadia, Chaparral and Desert Mountain high schools earned the Silver Award. The Arizona High School list ranked Chaparral 9th, Desert Mountain 18th and Arcadia 23rd. Nationally, Chaparral ranked 666, Desert Mountain 1119 and Arcadia 1454. To view the complete Arizona list, please visit
http://www.usnews.com/education/best-high-schools/arizona/rankings.
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4/23/13 |
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Coronado High School Athletics will host its 11th Annual Golf Tournament and Luncheon on May 11 at McCormick Ranch Golf Course (Palm Course), 7505 E. McCormick Parkway, Scottsdale 85258. Check-in and practice range balls start at 6 a.m.; Golf starts at 7 a.m.; Lunch at noon. You will need to complete the
registration form that is posted on Coronado’s web page.
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2/27/13 |
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If you live within the boundaries of one of Scottsdale Unified School District’s Title I schools (Tavan, Tonalea, Yavapai, Hohokam, Pima and Navajo), your child may attend the Title I Pre-Kindergarten Academy at no charge. Applications will be accepted on March 1st for the 2013-14 school year. This 2 1/2 hour program is available for children who will be four years old before September 1, 2013. If you have questions, please contact Sabrina Heavlin at 480-484-6845.
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