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August 30, 2024
Voters will elect three Mesa Public Schools Board members in the Nov. 5 general election. Sharon Benson, Lacy Chaffee, Josh Chilton, Courtney Davis and Ed Steele are running fo...
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August 28, 2024
Mesa Public Schools was named the 14th Best Employer in Arizona by Forbes on their list of “Best Employers by State ." The district holds the second highest ranking for employers...
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August 15, 2024
Juvenile crime in Maricopa County is increasing and becoming more violent. In 2023, the number of juveniles charged as adults increased by 32% compared to the previous year. No...
July 26, 2024
Mesa Public Schools is implementing a new protocol requiring all students to wear their school identification badge visibly at all times while on school grounds. This expectation ...
July 22, 2024
Mesa Public Schools is pleased to announce a significant legal victory in the case of Walden v. Mesa Unified School District . On July 19, 2024, the judge ruled in the District’s...
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July 9, 2024
Our school offices are now open, and our friendly staff is ready to assist you for a smooth start to the 2024-25 school year. Please don't hesitate to call or stop by during the o...
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June 25, 2024
Mesa Public Schools and Stevenson Elementary School have been awarded the Platinum Level Award by the Healthy Arizona Worksites Program (HAWP) . This honor recognizes their signi...
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June 11, 2024
The school year is over and summer fun is about to begin! Mesa Public Schools Food & Nutrition Department is offering the USDA Summer Food Service Program. This program provides ...
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May 17, 2024
Stay informed and involved during summer break by attending Mesa Public Schools Governing Board meetings. Starting May 28, meetings will begin at 5 p.m. to accommodate schedules a...
The Digital Learning Collaborative awards Mesa Digital Learning Program with Unsung Super Star Award
May 15, 2024
NEWS PROVIDED BY Evergreen Education Group This year’s 2024 School or District Unsung Super Star Award is awarded to the Mesa Digital Learning Program (MDLP) in Mesa, Arizona, a...
May 14, 2024
As part of our ongoing commitment to providing a safe and secure learning environment for our students and staff, Mesa Public Schools is installing weapons detection systems at al...
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April 25, 2024
Four outstanding seniors from Mesa Public Schools have been awarded Student Community Service Awards by the Mesa Citizen of the Year Association. Ava Rodrigues (Mountain View),...
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April 19, 2024
Mesa Public Schools families, Every morning, rain or shine, our bus drivers embark on their routes with one primary goal in mind – to transport our children safely to and from s...
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April 11, 2024
Mesa Public Schools will be conducting a pilot of SMART tag, a bus security system, at three schools this spring. Aimed at enhancing safety, security and efficiency for students ...
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April 8, 2024
Mesa Public Schools invites you to join us for our upcoming theater performances. Come out and support our talented students while you and your families enjoy the show! 🎭
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March 6, 2024
A sporting renaissance is underway at Mesa Public Schools, and it’s not happening on the sports field but in the digital realm. The Esports program, supported by the district’s i...
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February 22, 2024
Mesa Public Schools is pleased to announce that through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program, your school is one of 45 qual...
February 22, 2024
Mesa Public Schools is adjusting our staffing to match the projected student enrollment for 2024-25. These adjustments were necessary to become more efficient based on next year’s...
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February 14, 2024
Mesa Public Schools is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Matt Strom as the new Associate Superintendent, effective July 1. Dr. Strom is the current Assistant Superintende...
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February 6, 2024
Junior high athletics at Mesa Public Schools are more than a competition and physical activity platform. Junior high sports are a catalyst for student growth. The lessons learned ...