San Tan Elementary School
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About San Tan Elementary
San Tan Elementary School is a neighborhood school in the Higley Unified School District serving kindergarten through sixth grade students. We provide a challenging and supportive learning environment for every student, including our unique Spanish Dual Language Immersion program. San Tan offers music, art, band, library, and computers on a weekly basis. We are a Leader in Me school that promotes the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People in all areas of the educational experience. We believe that every student is a leader that will do great things at San Tan and in the community.
San Tan provides students with the opportunity to join clubs and other extra-curricular activities throughout the year. We invite you and your child to join us at San Tan Elementary School where together we are committed to providing a compassionate, safe and supportive learning environment to foster academic excellence for all. We believe in the whole-child.
Our Mission
Unite · Learn · Lead · Inspire
Our Vision
San Tan Elementary is committed to uniting students, staff, and the community to inspire leaders that will contribute in a competitive and global society.
Announcements
We want to see your summer adventures! ☀️📸 Submit your favorite summer photos for a chance to win a gift card. Whether it’s a fun trip, a new skill you learned, or a memorable moment with family and friends, share your snapshots with us!
By submitting a photo, you grant us permission to publish it on our social media pages. Please include a brief description to share its story, along with the student's name, incoming grade level, and school. This will help us ensure the gift card reaches the winner once school starts. One winner will be selected to receive the gift card.
This summer, kids 18 and under can enjoy free meals through the USDA Summer Food Service Program—no registration or income requirements. Meals are available at sites across Arizona and may include breakfast, lunch, snacks, or supper. Find a site near you at azhealthzone.org/freesummermeals or text "Food" or "Comida" to 304-304.
Summer schedules vary by campus. Please note the following hours and closures:
- District Office: Open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (beginning June 2nd)
- Early Childhood Centers: Open Tuesday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (beginning June 2nd)
- Elementary Schools (K–6): Closed for summer break from May 26th – July 7th
- Middle Schools (7–8): Open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (beginning June 2nd)
- High Schools (9–12): Open Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (beginning June 2nd)
All campuses and offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th and Friday, July 4th for holidays.
Enrollment Information
Families can register online anytime at husd.org/enroll.
For assistance with high school, middle school, or early childhood enrollment, please contact the specific campus directly.
For help with the online registration process, the Enrollment Office is available Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM at (480) 279-7020 or via email at ParentVUE.Support@husd.org.
Resuming Regular Hours
- District Office, Early Childhood Centers, Middle Schools, and High Schools will return to regular business hours on Monday, June 30th
- Elementary Schools will reopen on Tuesday, July 8th
We look forward to welcoming students back on Thursday, July 17th!
We are excited to announce the Higley Unified School District Governing Board has selected and approved David Loutzenheiser for the role of Superintendent beginning in the 2025-26 School Year. Mr. Loutzenheiser is the current Executive Director of Secondary Education and Athletics for Higley Unified and is looking forward to continuing to work with students, staff and families. See his message to the community here.
Headlines
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The Higley Unified School District proudly celebrates outstanding educators through its annual Teacher of the Year event.
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Higley Unified School District (HUSD) offers an exciting array of summer programs and camps tailored for students seeking enriching activities during their break.
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The Arizona Auditor General’s 2024 Classroom Spending Report shows HUSD prioritizes classroom spending.
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Higley Unified School District (HUSD) is proud to celebrate the remarkable achievement of four dedicated teachers who have earned their National Board Certification (NBCT)—one of the most prestigious and rigorous professional certifications in education.
Higley Unified School District
16
Schools located in Gilbert & Queen Creek
13500
Students in grades PreK-12
1600
Employees across our district
96%
Highest graduation rate of any large district in Arizona