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What's going on [IN] and around our schools? This page is dedicated to the many wonderful things that are happening at our campuses or District Office. With so much going on, here is a place to find out what stories are [IN] the News, big happenings and events, academic and athletic accomplishments. TUHSD is very proud of all the good work each person invests in our vision and mission.
Media Contact: Megan Sterling Executive Director of Community Relations, (480) 839-0292 x11021 or msterling@tempeunion.org
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Class of 2022 Graduation
April 18, 2022 - Join us in celebrating our Seniors, as each school will be hosting Graduation on Thursday, May 19, 2022, at 7 PM.
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TUHSD | Face Masks Now Optional Indoors
February 17, 2022- As a result of our metrics being in a favorable position and in consultation with our TUHSD Governing Board, beginning Tuesday, February 22, 2022, face masks will be optional indoors on all TUHSD campuses.
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Padres to Host Event in Support of Former MDN Kicker Krysten Muir
January 27, 2022 – Marcos de Niza High School will host a special event on Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 1 PM, in support of former Marcos varsity football kicker Krysten Muir. Muir was involved in a serious car crash in January 2021 and was diagnosed with a broken vertebra and damage to her spinal cord. This Saturday, just a year after the crash, she will be kicking through the uprights at Marcos once again.
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Desert Vista DECA Earns Chapter Honor!
January 4, 2021- Desert Vista DECA was recently awarded the commendable Achievement Level Award for the 2021-2022 school year! Each year, DECA recognizes leading chapters that have built strong local programs focused on serving an exceptional number of members, advisors, alumni and business partners.
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TUHSD | Second Semester & Masks
December 16, 2021 – As we begin the second semester of the school year, Tempe Union High School District will continue to require face coverings indoors at all of our school sites as well as the District Office.
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TUHSD Safety & Social Media Update
December 16, 2021 – It has come to our attention that there is a TikTok ‘challenge’ circulating on social media regarding potential threats to schools that are allegedly scheduled for Friday, December 17, 2021. These posts appear to be generic and do not specifically reference any of our TUHSD schools.
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TUHSD Students Honored at the 2021 Tempe Festival of the Arts Competition!
December 10, 2021- Congratulations to the following TUHSD art students from Desert Vista, Marcos de Niza, and McClintock High School who were selected as winners in the Tempe Festival of the Arts competition! Student work was displayed over the weekend during the festival in the Young Artist Exhibit.
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Tempe High Orchestra Holds Concert with MusicNova Orchestra Professionals!
December 9, 2021- Tempe High’s orchestra hosted their winter concert last week, where the Buffaloes were able to perform with professionals from the MusicNova Orchestra! Tempe High is honored to have a partnership with MusicNova Orchestra, where professionals mentor and teach the Buffalo students and provide them the opportunity to perform like a professional.
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2021 On Par for a Purpose Golf Tournament!
November 9, 2021- Join us for the Tempe Union High Schools Education Foundation (TUHSEF) On Par for a Purpose Golf Tournament on November 18, 2021. The event will take place at the Arizona Grand Golf Course, with the shotgun start at 8:00 am!
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[cdstv] Takes Home a Rocky Mountain Southwest Emmy!
November 9, 2021- Congratulations to Corona del Sol’s Film and Television Program for taking home a 2021 Rocky Mountain Southwest Emmy! The Rocky Mountain Emmys are awarded by the Southwest division of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
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Corona del Sol and Desert Vista Film and TV Students Honored at 2021 AIPA State Awards
October 27, 2021- Congratulations to our [cdstv] and DVTV current students and alumni who were honored at the 2021 Arizona Interscholastic Press Association (AIPA) State Awards! The Aztecs of [cdstv] also took home 1st place in General Excellence for Broadcasting!
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Social Media Challenges
October 11, 2021 – As you may already be aware, there are a variety of social media challenges that have been circulating online. These challenges are primarily posted on TikTok, and encourage students to film themselves damaging school property, or physically attacking teachers, among other actions.
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Desert Vista and Mountain Pointe Participate in 2021 Arizona Safety in Sports Campaign
September 12, 2021- Throughout the month of September, Desert Vista High School and Mountain Pointe High School actively participated in the 2021 Arizona Safety in Sports campaign organized by the Arizona Athletic Trainers' Association.
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Congratulations to our TUHSD 2022 National Merit Semifinalists!
September 29, 2021- Congratulations to our 2022 National Merit Semifinalists! This year 19 Tempe Union students from Corona del Sol, Desert Vista, McClintock, and Mountain Pointe high schools are in the running for the National Merit Scholarship program. Students are selected for this program based on their PSAT scores, which are amongst the top in the state of Arizona.
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Marcos de Niza DECA Students Develop Career Readiness Team to Mentor Freshmen
September 29, 2021- Marcos de Niza DECA seniors are teaming up this year to mentor freshmen through the creation of a Career Readiness Team. DECA, (Distributive Education Clubs of America), is a career and technical student organization.
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TUHSD | Update on Face Coverings
September 27, 2021 – Please be advised that Tempe Union High School District will continue to require face coverings indoors at all of our school sites as well as the District Office.
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Tempe Union High School District is recruiting family/parent volunteers for the Family Advisory Council to the Superintendent (FACS).
(Updated Oct. 19, 2021) September 15, 2021 – The Family Advisory Council to the Superintendent (FACS) provides input on ways to improve communication and parent engagement at the district and local school level and also provides family/parent advocacy trainings to support student learning.
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ESSER III Funding and TUHSD Community Survey
September 1, 2021- The American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) was signed into law in March 2021 and will provide nearly $122 billion for the Elementary and Secondary School Education Relief (ESSER) Fund. This grant is known as ESSER III. The purpose of ESSER III funding is to help safely reopen and sustain the safe operation of schools and address the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on students.
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Tempe Union to Offer Meals at No Cost During 21/22 School Year
August 11, 2021 – Tempe Union High School District will be offering healthy meals to all students at no cost for the 21/22 school year. As part of this program all students at Tempe High, Marcos De Niza, Corona Del Sol, McClintock, Desert Vista, and Mountain Pointe high schools will be offered free breakfast and lunch meals every school day regardless of household income.
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Tempe Union Governing Board Passes Resolution on Health & Safety
August 10, 2021 – Tempe Union Governing Board Passes Resolution on Health & Safety
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2021-22 Tempe Union Families Notification of Online Verification
July 12, 2021- As we get ready to begin the 2021-2022 school year, all parents/guardians are required to update or verify their child’s information. Updating/Verifying is an annual process that all families participate in. This is not optional, and must be completed by Monday, August 9, 2021.
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Tempe Union Governing Board Passes Key Social Emotional Wellness Policies to Benefit Students and Staff
June 17, 2021 – Tempe Union High School District’s Governing Board unanimously adopted a key set of social-emotional wellness policies during their meeting on June 16. The Governing Board had previously unanimously adopted a social-emotional wellness resolution at their April 21 meeting.
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TUHSD COVID-19 Vaccine Virtual Talk with Doctor Edmond Baker
June 17, 2021- Our role as an educational institution is to provide our families with information so that individual family decisions can be determined. On Monday, June 21 at 6 PM, we will hold a virtual event with Dr. Edmond Baker to address common questions and concerns around the COVID-19 vaccine.
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TUHSD | Summer Update + Upcoming Events
June 16, 2021- Dear TUHSD Families, I am hopeful that this summer brings you much joy and relaxation with family and friends as we prepare for the upcoming school year.
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AZTECH Robotics Team 6479 of Corona del Sol High School Named as Finalists for 2021 Global Innovation Awards
June 14, 2021- Congratulations to the AZTECH Robotics Team 6479 of Corona del Sol High School for being named as one of 20 teams to represent FIRST Robotics Competition at the 2021 Global Innovation Awards. The awards ceremony will take place virtually via FIRSTtv on June 30, 2021, at 2:30 PM (EST).
