Chandler Unified School District

On Monday, April 3, CUSD hosted a districtwide track meet for all elementary schools in the district. The night began with a Fulton Elementary sprinter winning the girls 100-meter sprint and concluded with a team from Galveston Elementary capturing the co-ed division 4 by 400 relay. In between, fans cheered on athletes of all skill levels, as the students competed in various races and field events such as the javelin and standing long jump. As you can imagine, a very jubilant crowd filled the stands of Perry High School for this great event.

In the end, Santan won the boys team title and Riggs captured the girls championship in what proved to be a night of pageantry, good sportsmanship and school pride from all teams. There were plenty of cheers from parents and teammates such as “You got this! … Keep up the great performance! … Let’s go, Sanborn!” It also was a wonderful showcase of the CUSD physical education programs and staff who trained their student-athletes for this annual event.

Superintendent Frank Narducci praised many people who were involved in making the event so successful and reflected on the spirit of camaraderie so prevalent among the participants, cheering on not only their teammates but students from other schools.

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In CUSD, we love to celebrate innovation, and we appreciate our district partners recognizing innovation as well! Chandler Innovation Fair school winners were recognized at the Chandler City Council study session Monday. Congratulations to each of the winners listed below:

• Arizona College Prep (ACP) High School
• Arizona College Prep (ACP) Middle School
• Basha High: Science is Fun
• Hamilton High, Hamilton Art Club
• Knox Gifted Academy

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to transport students in Arizona's second largest school district? On the latest edition of our Superintendent's Focus video series, we introduce you our transportation team. If you or someone you know are interested in driving for CUSD, visit our website to apply!

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Eight Basha High School HOSA students scored in the top three of their categories at the Arizona State Leadership Conference and will now have the opportunity to compete nationally in Dallas this June. HOSA - Future Health Professionals (Health Occupations Students of America) is a student-led organization that works to create the next generation of quality, compassionate health professionals.

Additionally, the Basha "Anatomage Team" scored third in the state and #1 in CUSD, and the Basha Biotech chapter of HOSA was awarded the GOLD chapter status which is the highest level for chapters.

Congratulations!

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Congratulations to the Hamilton Early Childhood Education (ECE) students who competed at the 2023 Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) State Leadership Conference in Tucson March 27-29. Their competitive projects all involved helping to improve the development of young children.

Gold medals were earned by the team of Jessie Bauer, Nicolette Krienert, and Brielle Roriguez competed in the Focus on Children category. Their project, “The Maker’s Space” taught kindergarten students woodworking skills to engage their creativity, self-esteem, and independence.

Silver medals were earned by Audrey Grayson and Ryan Whyte competing in the “Chapter Service Project” category. They worked with classmates and community members to organize and create a library at a local child care center to help preschool students develop early literacy skills.

Their chapter advisor, Kristine McGettigan, and chapter members are proud of their hard work and dedication and applaud these young ladies for their leadership skills.

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The Perry Early Childhood Education chapter also competed in the FCCLA State Leadership Conference. Student awards are listed below:

Proficiency Event:

Ava McNutt: 1st Place-Impromptu Speaking, Level 3

Will Lucas: 2nd Place-Speak FCS, Level 3

Mia Cordova: 3rd Place-Art of Storytelling, Level 3

Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR) Event:

Lydia Wise: Silver-Early Childhood Education, Level 3

Julia Fountain: Silver-Focus on Children, Level 2

Claire Garth: Bronze-Professional Presentation, Level 3

Gavin Bergeron: Bronze-Public Policy Advocate, Level 3

Congratulations to these students for taking their knowledge from Early Childhood class and successfully applying it to these events.

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The Chandler High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter was awarded the Bronze Chapter Award at the Arizona State Leadership Conference. Additionally, the following eight students won awards and student Kiara Wynn also won a $1,000 AZ FCCLA Scholarship.

• Colin Riley (12) Gold Say Yes to FCS (National Qualifier)
• Adan Sanchez (11) Gold Say Yes to FCS (National Qualifier)
• Kiara Wynn (12) Gold Chapter Service Project (National Qualifier)
• Layla Alwaely (12) Gold Nutrition and Wellness (National Qualifier)
• Willie Belle Gaddy (10) Gold Professional Presentations
• Kysaun Gaddy (12) Gold Sports Nutrition
• Lyz Guzman (11) Silver Chapter In Review Portfolio
• Isabella Garcia (11) Silver Career

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Junior high (aka middle school) is a particularly challenging grade to be in, and also to teach!

But the reports are in, and Mr. Ryan Kussy from Payne Junior High is dialed into these students and truly makes learning fun!

He was recently named teacher of the month by the Husband & Wife Law Team. For his achievements, he was recognized with a plaque, check, and his face on billboards across the valley!

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Chandler High dance spring concert "Venture The Journey Awaits" is on April 18 and 19 at the Chandler Center for the Arts, 7 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $7. Purchase tickets online here. Contact Tiffany White for questions or more information.

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Keystone Law is partnering with Chandler School Boosters to help parents secure two legal documents that may be an important part of their child's future health care decisions. Prepared professionally, these documents can cost up to $495. For $35 per student, Keystone will prepare and file. Click here to register and for further for details. All proceeds benefit Chandler students!

When: April 18, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Where: Hamilton High School | 3700 South Arizona Avenue Chandler, AZ 85248

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Join Phoenix Rising as they take on Loudoun United on Saturday, April 29th. Show us who your favorite superhero is by dressing up for our Superhero Night! Click for details and to purchase discounted seats. $3 of every ticket sold goes back to Chandler School Boosters.

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It’s prom season! Who says prom has to be for high schoolers? Conley Elementary School had Preschool Prom last week. Students got to dress up, have snacks, and dance the day away!

The time is now to sign up for Summer Break Camp with us! Spots are filling fast. Register for Kids Express (K-6th) or Lil’ Explorers (0-5-year-olds) here. Limited spots remaining. Check our website for available dates/ages.

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• April 12: Elementary and Junior High Orchestra Concert at the Chandler Center for the Arts, 7 p.m.
  
  
• April 18: Legal documents for parents of graduating seniors, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Hamilton High. Sign up here.
  
  
• April 18: The Hope Institute Informational Session, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Arizona College Prep High School Cafeteria (4477 S. Gilbert Road). For more inquiries, please email at THI.CUSD@gmail.com
  
  
• April 19 - May 11: District Art Show at the Chandler Center for the Arts Art Gallery.
  
  
• April 28: Community Hope Project Kick-off Event, 5-7 p.m. at the Chandler Community Center Courtyard, 125 E. Commonwealth Avenue.
  
  
• April 29: Phoenix Rising Game, click here to purchase discounted tickets.
  
  
• May 24-25: Junior High/High School early release
  
  
• May 26: Teacher inservice workday

The CUSD calendar can be found on the website here.

The CUSD Governing Board meeting dates can be found on the website here.

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Chandler Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The Title IX coordinators are Dr. Craig Gilbert, and Dr. Jeff Filloon, and the Section 504 coordinator is Dr. Kym Marshall. Address: 1525 W. Frye Road, Chandler, AZ 85224

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