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Our thematic Signature School Programs engage students in learning and provide learning environments that are fun, safe and motivating during the preschool through 8th grade school years.
Every member of our Phoenix #1 family from our top leadership team to our bus drivers and nutrition team to our nurses and teachers and technology gurus and more, is shaping the lives of our students every day. It’s not just our work; it is our passion!
The AZ Tax Credit Program allows you the opportunity to receive a dollar-for-dollar tax credit for contributing to public schools. Our students need and deserve your support. Thanks for considering Phoenix #1!
We have been very focused on updating our infrastructure and buildings and creating classrooms for students that are high-tech, wireless internet enabled and support the integration of a curriculum focused on science, technology, engineering, arts and math.
At Phoenix Elementary School District #1, we provide a 1st Class Education Within Reach! Our 14 schools offer a preschool through 8th grade education in the heart of Phoenix.
Dear Phoenix #1 Parents & Families; I want to thank you for your patience and support throughout the walkout. Closing our schools to students is not something I ever want to do, and I know that I can speak for our entire staff on that...
You are invited to a Community Forum on April 24th from 5:30 – 6:30 PM in the Governing Board room at 1817 North 7th Street, Phx, 85006. The purpose of the forum is to hear from candidates for the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) position. The...
The Signature is Phoenix #1’s newsletter, intended for all students, parents and our community. Please click the link below to view the Spring 2018 edition. The Signature – Spring 2018 Noticias, Eventos y Recursos para Estudiantes, Padres y Nuestra Comunidad de la Primavera de 2018
Superintendent Larry Weeks encourages all members of our district to immediately “SEE SOMETHING. SAY SOMETHING” should they see anything that seems suspicious. His letter sent to parents and staff outlines the measures we take to ensure safety, yet reminds that we must all be vigilant...
Students in grades 3-8 will begin AzMERIT testing in April. For more details regarding AzMERIT and Move on When Reading, please see: AzMERIT Letter for Parents of 3rd Graders AzMERIT Letter for Parents of 4th – 8th Graders
Phoenix Elementary School District #1 Governing Board moved swiftly this week to prepare and approve a letter to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in support of returning to pre 2014 flight paths for aircraft departing Sky Harbor Airport. The flight paths that were changed in...
1/31/18 Dear Parent or Guardian: We are entering the time of year when we see influenza (flu) and other respiratory viruses at school. We want to let you know what steps we are taking to keep our school community healthy and how you can help....
Jackson Pollock-Inspired Art Created by Valley Youth on Display Throughout February. PHOENIX (Jan. 24, 2018)— FOUND:RE Phoenix, located at 1100 North Central Avenue, announces its February in the Studio art exhibit, The Jackson Pollock Show, in collaboration with the Phoenix Elementary School District #1. The exhibit kicks...
PHOENIX ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #1 GOVERNING BOARD PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING CURRICULUM This is a public notice to inform the community that Phoenix Elementary School District #1 is providing a 60-day display of an alternative curriculum being piloted in self-contained special education classes for students with...
Please join us for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Art Exhibition at the Arizona State Capitol, 2nd Floor Mezzanine. Reception will be held Thursday, January 18 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. Entertainment will be provided by Herrera School Choir and Herrera School Dance...
A New York Times article recently published a study conducted by researchers at Stanford University. The study questions the reliability of performance scores to measure the success of school districts. It takes a look at growth versus performance and notes this helps to eliminate socioeconomic factors...
The 2nd and 3rd grade students of Edison School hosted Donuts with Dad to show appreciation to a significant male figure in their lives – dads, uncles, grandpas and big brothers. The annual event gains more participants each year, and is followed by its equally...
Our students have created Native American inspired artwork based on authentic designs and lore. Please join us: Emerson Court (main reception area) 1817 North Seventh Street Phoenix, Arizona 85007 November 3rd, 2018 4:00pm – 5:00pm The show will hang through November.
District: Phoenix Elementary School District #1 (CTDS: 070401000) This is a notification that the above mentioned School District/Charter School will be having a public hearing and board meeting to vote on the allocation of monies related to the intended 1.06% teacher salary increase pursuant to...
In our 14 schools in Phoenix Elementary School District #1, we are committed to making sure you have the most up-to-date information regarding happenings and events in our schools. We want you to have first hand information in “real time.” Therefore, we encourage you to...
Governor Ducey and all three state university presidents, along with the president of the Maricopa Community Colleges and the Arizona Board of Regents, informed the public today of The Arizona Teachers’ Academy to provide a solution to the teacher shortage. It increases the number of...
The Signature is Phoenix #1’s newsletter, intended for all students, parents and our community. Please click the link below to view the Fall 2017 edition. The Signature – Fall 2017 Noticias de Otoño de 2017, Eventos y Recursos para Estudiantes, Padres de Familia y Nuestra...
Parent Teacher Conferences play an important role in your child’s education. Please be sure to attend and use the opportunity to support your child’s learning. Following the conferences ending October 6th, our schools will be close for Fall Break October 9 – 13.
Phoenix #1’s first Youth Advisory Committee met on September 6th. The purpose of the committee is to give meaningful input into the decision-making process of the District and serve as a resource to the District leadership team. This provides the students the opportunity to improve...
Letter from Arizona Public School District Superintendents In response to the Potential Elimination of DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) Arizona is home to approximately 200 school districts – all very unique. We vary in size, grade levels served, and demographics. We vary in...
A 1st Class Education expands horizons, captures imagination, promotes creativity and breaks down barriers for children to succeed academically.
A 1st Class Education delivers strong academics while integrating the arts, organized sports and physical, gifted and special education.
At Phoenix #1, we provide support services for our students from special education to gifted education. We provide breakfast and lunch. Our nurses, social workers and psychologists are available to provide the necessary care, while our top-rated before and after school program offers children a safe place while parents are working.
We are within reach. Our 14 schools are in the heart of Phoenix. We are right in your neighborhood and accessible by the light rail. We are affordable. We are public education! There are no hidden costs.
