School News

Principal's Message

Welcome to Shaw Butte Elementary School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Phil Garitson.

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Programs and Services

Shaw Butte Elementary 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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School Information

Families, please click here to view information about our school including campus hours, contact information, attendance policies, transportation information and much more!

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A Message from Our Social Worker

Meet our school social worker, Ms. Sandi! She provides assistance with a variety of needs including community referrals, emotional support, basic needs, temporary living, crisis situations and more.

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Upcoming Events

Main Phone: 602-347-4200
Attendance: 602-347-4202

School Hours: 7:25 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:25 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Office Hours: 7:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.

Principal: Phil Garitson
Assistant Principal: Jennifer Genga

Shaw Butte is a learning-rich mosaic, a community of many cultures, where we appreciate differences and celebrate diversity, while focusing on achievement. Our staff believes that all children can dream, achieve and deserve equal access to a full education. Critical thinking skills are taught to enable children to resolve conflicts, make decisions, and identify problems. The love of learning is nurtured as a lifelong process. Shaw Butte's curriculum is fully aligned with State Standards and provides art, music and PE for all grade levels.

Shaw Butte Elementary

WESD to Host Teacher Interview Fair on Nov. 1

The WESD is hiring K-6, 7-8 middle school and special education teachers for the 2026-2027 school year!

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Congratulations to the September 2025 SUPER Kids and SUPER Staff

Students and employees at Desert View, Mountain View and Sunnyslope were surprised by Interim Superintendent Dr. Lupita Hightower for their academic achievements and contributions to education!

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Governing Board Now Accepting Vacancy Applications

The WESD Governing Board is currently accepting applications to fill a vacant seat. Applications are due by 5 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025.

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Students Receive Perfect Scores on 2024-2025 State Assessments

The WESD Governing Board recognized students who earned perfect scores on two or more portions of the 2024-2025 state assessments!

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