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, Dr. Steve Murosky.

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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.-2:30 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 Seeks Input on ELA Curriculum Materials

WESD is in the process of reviewing and adopting English Language Arts (ELA) materials to support teachers with instruction in reading, writing, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary to enhance student achievement. Teachers, staff, families and community members are invited to view the variety of materials on display at the WESD Administrative Center and to provide input.

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Get Ready for Kindergarten 2022-2023!

Get ready to board the train to kindergarten 2022-2023! Families will have the opportunity to meet the teachers and staff, visit a classroom and gather information for a successful year of kindergarten. We can't wait to meet you!

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WESD COVID Updates 2021 - 2022

Click here for up-to-date WESD and COVID-19 news.

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WESD Teacher and Board Member Selected as Top 10 Finalists for AEF Teacher of the Year Award

Alyssa Weed, music teacher at Acacia Elementary School and Lindsey Peterson, WESD Governing Board Member, have been selected as a Top 10 finalists for the Arizona Educational Foundation Teacher of the Year Award.

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