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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Monday
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Tuesday
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November 13, 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Student Council Blackout Dance for 6-8 grade
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November 20, 2025
8:30 AM - 11:00 AM Retake Pictures
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5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Fall Choir Concert for all 5th, 6th, 7th & 8th grade
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6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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November 26, 2025
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November 27, 2025
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November 28, 2025
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December 11, 2025
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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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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 October 2025 SUPER Kids and SUPER Staff
Students and employees at Arroyo School, Cactus Wren Elementary School, Sunset Elementary School and the Academic Services Department were surprised by Assistant Superintendent Dr. Lyn Bailey for their commitment to education!
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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!
