School News

Principal's Message

Welcome to Ocotillo Elementary School, an A+ School of Excellence! Please click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Mandy Taylor.

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Ocotillo Students Receive Perfect Scores on 2021Math AzM2 Assessment

Congratulations to Nathaniel D. and Christian Z.! They both recived perfect scores on the Spring 2021 Math AzM2 Assessment! Only 45 students in the WESD recieved perfect scores.

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What is an A+ School Of Excellence?

Ocotillo is proud to be an Arizona A+ School of Excellence! What makes A+ school stand out? Click to learn more.

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Programs and Services

Ocotillo Elementary School offers 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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Upcoming Events

Main Phone: 602-347-2400

School Hours: 7:25 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:25 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: Dr. Steve Murosky
Assistant Principal: Amanda Taylor

Ocotillo Elementary School is an A+ School of Excellence. We are committed to achieving excellence for every child, every day, every opportunity. Our curriculum is fully aligned with State Standards. Ocotillo provides art, music and PE for all grade levels.

Ocotillo Elementary provides differentiated learning opportunities for all students to achieve academic success. Extended day care and after-school programs are available. We believe the school should provide a positive, productive and safe environment for all students through the implementation of clear, fair and consistent behavioral expectations.

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WESD e-news

Introducing the WESD e-news bi-weekly newsletter! Designed specifically for WESD parents, this newsletter will highlight important news, updates and announcements all pertaining to our students' education.

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Governing Board Approves Resolution Recognizing and Affirming LGBTQ+ Students and Staff

The Washington Elementary School District (the WESD) is committed to a learning environment that is physically, socially and emotionally safe for all students. As a part of this commitment, the WESD affirms, supports and values all students and staff and will continue to further efforts in our schools to create a welcoming, safe and inclusive learning environment for our transgender, non-binary and all LGBTQ+ students and staff.

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Back-to-School Video

Check out our highlight video of the first day of school of the 2022-2023 school year!

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WESD to Provide Free Breakfast and Lunch Meals for the 2022-2023 School Year

WESD is proud to share that breakfast and lunch meals will be provided at no cost to all students throughout the 2022-2023 school year!

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