School News

Principal's Message

Welcome to Tumbleweed Elementary School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Kimberly Gessner.

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Tumbleweed Student Recieves Perfect Score on AzM2 Assessment

Congratulations to Justyn D.! Justyn was one of only 40 students district-wide to recieve a perfect score on the AzM2 assessment.

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Programs and Services

Tumbleweed Elementary School is proud to offer a variety of programs and services to our students and families. Click to learn more about the great programs we offer.

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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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Upcoming Events

Main Phone: 602-896-6600
Attendance: 602-896-6611

School Hours: 7:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:30 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: Kimberly Gessner

Tumbleweed Elementary School is a preschool through sixth grade public school nestled on approximately 17 acres of land between Cactus Road and Peoria Avenue on 39th Ave. We have amazing academic programs and activities to meet the needs of our students and community. Tumbleweed's curriculum is fully aligned with State Standards. Tumbleweed provides intervention, gifted services, Art, Music, and PE for all grade levels.

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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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WESD to Host Job Fair on July 14

The WESD is hiring for the 2025-2026 school year! We currently have a wide range of job openings in our KidSpace, Nutrition Services and Transportation Departments, as well as, a variety of available teaching positions!

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WESD Extends Summer Meals Through July

Free breakfast and lunch meals for all children and teenagers up to 18 years old will now be available from June 20 to July 25!

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Enroll Your Child for Free, Full-Day Kindergarten

The WESD is now enrolling children for free, full-day kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year!

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