School News
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Principal's Message
Welcome to Sunnyslope School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Chance Whiteman.
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What is Kids At Hope?
We are proud to be a National Model School for the Kids at Hope philosophy. This means that adults at Sunnyslope believe and practice that all children are capable of success…No Exceptions! Click to learn more.
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Programs and Services
Sunnyslope School is proud to offer many programs and services to our students including sports, art, physical education, extracurriculars, clubs and much more. Click to learn more.
Upcoming Events
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Today
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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Monday
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September 11, 2025
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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September 25, 2025
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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October 6, 2025
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October 7, 2025
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October 8, 2025
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October 9, 2025
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6:15 PM Virtual Governing Board Meeting
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October 10, 2025
School Information
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Main Phone: 602-347-4300
Attendance: 602-347-4311School Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 8:15 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: Chance Whiteman
Assistant Principal: Maria Etchebarren
About Sunnyslope
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TEACHING and REACHING the WHOLE CHILD:
Social, Emotional, and Academic Growth and
Achievement at Sunnyslope
- SOCIAL – Sunnyslope is a National Model School for the Kids at Hope philosophy. This means that adults at Sunnyslope believe and practice that all children are capable of success…No Exceptions!
- SOCIAL – Sunnyslope thrives at middle school sports! Our Eagle Girls Volleyball team won the 2024 K-8 WESD District Championship.
- EMOTIONAL – Sunnyslope is a PBIS school! The use of Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports creates an environment where students and staff are safe, responsible and respectful! Sunnyslope was awarded a PBIS Community Award from PBISAZ in 2018 and 2022.
- ACADEMIC – In 2025, Sunnyslope earned a B label from the Arizona Department of Education in the A-F model. Sunnyslope has been a highly-rated school in 3 out of the last 4 school years.
DISTRICT NEWS
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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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We Excel By Showing Up Daily
We are proud to continue our attendance awareness campaign for the 2025-2026 school year! Let’s excel by showing up daily, and continue to make attendance a priority!
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WESD Voted As Top 10 Elementary School District in Arizona
The WESD ranked #7 within the Top 10 Elementary School Districts in Arizona for 2025, according to AZ Big Media!
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Register for ParentSquare
This year, the WESD is using ParentSquare, our new two-way communication tool that provides a simple and safe way to connect and communicate!