School News
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Principal's Message
Welcome to Manzanita Elementary School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Ashanti Givens.
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Programs and Services
Manzanita Elementary School is 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.
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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!
Upcoming Events
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Thursday
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Meet the Teacher Night
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August 4, 2025
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August 14, 2025
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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August 28, 2025
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
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September 1, 2025
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September 11, 2025
6:15 PM Governing Board Meeting
School Information
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Main Phone: 602-347-2200
Attendance: 602-347-2211School 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.mPrincipal: Ashanti Givens
About Manzanita
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At Manzanita Elementary School we are committed to: engaging in activities which promote and facilitate safety, respect and an environment of acceptance of all students; serving in leadership roles to support the success of students and staff; using appropriate teaching/learning strategies to foster the development and achievement of all students; providing consistent and timely monitoring analysis and adjustment of instruction to optimize student achievement; and involving the community in activities that affect the welfare of students and the school. Manzanita Elementary School provides art, music and PE for all grade levels.
DISTRICT NEWS
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Join Your School for its Meet-the-Teacher Event
All 33 WESD schools are hosting their Meet-the-Teacher events on either Wednesday, July 30 or Thursday, July 31!
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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 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!