School News

Principal's Message

Welcome to Acacia Elementary School, an A++++ School of Excellence and National Title I Distinguished School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Christine Hollingsworth.

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Congratulations, Mrs. Weed

Our very own music teacher, Alyssa Weed was selected as a Top 10 finalist for the Arizona Educational Foundation Teacher of the Year Award!

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Programs and Services

Acacia Elementary School offers many programs and services to our students including sports, art, physical education, extracurriculars, clubs and much more. Click to learn more.

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PBIS: The Acacia Way

Acacia is proud to implement Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS)! Our PBIS initiative, “The Acacia Way”, utilizes three clear expectations for the behaviors we desire in all areas of our school. Click to learn more.

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Upcoming Events

Phone: 602-896-5000

School Hours: 8:15 a.m. a.m.-3:15 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 8:15 a.m. a.m.-1:45 p.m.

Office Hours: 7:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

Principal: Christine Hollingsworth
Assistant Principal: Philip Nichols

Acacia Elementary School is an Arizona A++++ School of Excellence (awarded in 2010, 2014, 2018 and 2023) and a National Title I Distinguished School that serves students in kindergarten through sixth grade. Preschool and before- and after-school daycare services are also available at Acacia.

We meet the needs of gifted students through our Project Potential program, offer extended learning disabled resources for special education needs and provide art, music and PE for all grade levels. We educate students using differentiated learning techniques drawing upon the multiple intelligences.

Acacia Elementary School

WESD to Hold Kindergarten Sneak Peek Events on Jan. 21, 2026

Join one of our 27 schools to explore classrooms, meet staff and experience firsthand what makes kindergarten in the WESD a special place to learn and grow!

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WESD Celebrates 2024-2025 School Letter Grades

The WESD proudly celebrates its strong academic performance in 2024–2025, with 11 “A” schools, 18 “B” schools, significant grade improvements across 10 schools and a District-wide “B” letter grade, marking continued growth and excellence.

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Congratulations to the November 2025 SUPER Kids and SUPER Staff

Interim Superintendent Dr. Lupita Hightower recognized students and employees from John Jacobs, Lookout Mountain, Moon Mountain, and Mountain Sky for their exceptional commitment to education!

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WESD to Host Teacher Interview Fair on Dec. 6

We are hiring K-6 elementary, 7-8 middle school and special education teachers for the 2026-2027 school year!

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