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WESD COVID Updates 2020 - 2021
Check here for up-to-date information regarding COVID and the current learning models in WESD.
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School Reopening Dashboard and Guidance
Click here to review the metrics established by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) to help determine when it is safe to open schools to in-person learning for the 2020-2021 school year.
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Ocotillo Elementary Designated as an A+ School of Excellence™ by the Arizona Educational Foundation
Ocotillo receives coveted award thanks to their commitment to closing the achievement gap, with an emphasis on high academic rigor and a positive school culture.
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Lookout Mountain School Recognized as Exemplary High Performing National Blue Ribbon School
Congratulations to the Lookout Mountain School administration, teachers, staff, students and community on this highly esteemed national honor.
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Two WESD Principals Named Exemplary Principals by Maricopa County
Congratulations to Lookout Mountain Elementary Principal Mrs. Tricia Heller-Johnson and Acacia Elementary School Principal Mrs. Christine Hollingsworth!
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Family Tech Support
Click here for information to support using your WESD Chromebook at home including student login instructions, internet options, and details on free wireless hotspots.
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Back to School Grab and Go Meal Program
Available for all children ages 18 and younger. View the full details here.
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WESD Governing Board Letter of Support
The WESD Governing Board votes unanimously to adopt a Letter of Support to stand together with WESD families, staff, parents, and neighbors to end racism and address inequities in our schools.
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Tumbleweed Elementary Awarded $20,000 Grant from Office Depot
Office Depot selected Tumbleweed as a grantee of their ‘Teacher Support Grants’ for Title I schools.
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Arizona Cardinals and Desert Financial Donate 33 Laptops to Ironwood Elementary
The Arizona Cardinals and Desert Financial Credit Union make a surprise donation of 33 Chromebooks to help students at Ironwood Elementary!
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Educational Resources for Students
The WESD created a collection of online educational resources and printable activities to support our students’ learning opportunities and enrichment during the closure of our schools.
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School Connect Partnership Donates 130 Laptops to WESD Families
Through a community partnership led by School Connect, families at Washington Elementary received 130 laptop donations to help students stay connected and engaged.
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Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation and Data Doctors donate 100 refurbished laptops
The WESD received laptops to be distributed to students in need.
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2020 Lamp of Learning Honorees Announced
Thirty-six exceptional individuals have been selected for the District's highest honor.
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HonorHealth and Sprouts Create Outdoor Learning Lab at Desert View
HonorHealth and Sprouts contributed over $25,000 for project supplies and learning models for the outdoor learning lab.
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Students Receive Perfect Scores on Both Math and English AzMERIT Test
Congratulations to students from Acacia, Cholla, Royal Palm, Sahuaro and Sunnyslope!
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Congratulations to Jessica Buttles, Kindergarten Teacher at Sunburst Elementary!
The WESD is proud to announce that Jessica Buttles, kindergarten teacher at Sunburst Elementary, has been selected as a Top 10 finalist for the Arizona Educational Foundation Teacher of the Year Award!
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WESD’S Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Lyn Bailey, Selected as Public Educator of the Year!
This award recognizes those “who have made an exemplary contribution to the academic and social success of children by focusing on prevention and or intervention with children to enhance their academic, emotional, and social functioning.”
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Justin Wing, Director of Human Resources, Receives Administrator of the Year Award
Mr. Wing received this award in appreciation of his outstanding service and contributions to public education!
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WESD Listed as one of the Top 20 School Districts in the Country for Student Growth
Thank you to the amazing students and staff who made this achievement possible!
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