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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School Information

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 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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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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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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