BE Bobcat News

Families may be finding it harder to meet essential needs with lapses in federal funding and other challenges. Learn more about the support and resources available to MUSD families.

Mrs. Leonard, a sixth-grade teacher at Butterfield Elementary School, was named the Intermediate Elementary Division winner for the Raytheon Leader in Education Award, presented by Tucson Values Teachers!

Reduce taxes AND benefit MUSD students! The state of Arizona allows taxpayers to receive a dollar-to-dollar tax credit up to $400 on state taxes for donations that benefit students in public schools!

Marana Unified School District celebrates continued success with strong letter grades as reported by the Arizona Department of Education!

MUSD is hosting Gifted Education in Marana (GEM) Parent Info Night on Wednesday, November 5th, from 6:00-7:00 p.m. at Marana Vista Academy. Families, educators, and community members are invited to join us!

Calling all alumni, former teachers and staff: What are your favorite memories from your time at Marana Schools? Marana Unified School District is celebrating 100 years of serving our community, and we want to hear from you in our 100-Year Survey!

Public K-12 education offered through Marana Schools is highlighted as a cornerstone of a successful community through the Marana Chamber of Commerce Impact Marana program.

Every Wednesday through Winter Break, MUSD schools are serving up the Parmesan Chicken Sandwich! Crispy chicken, melty cheese, and tangy marinara, this student taste-test favorite is now a regular in our MUSD Cafes.

MUSD’s annual Holiday Share program supports District families needing a little extra help during the holidays by connecting them with generous donors who adopt and support them with donations of food, gifts, clothing, and other necessities.

Program Inspire is expanding its space into a third building on the district campus on Lon Adams Road! Program Inspire provides a supportive, nurturing, and academically rewarding environment for students with significant emotional and behavioral needs.

Working with businesses, faith-based partners, parents, and community advocates, school leaders explored creative and productive ways to support their students, staff, & families.

A National Day of Service was hosted in honor of the 9/11 anniversary, transforming it into a day of doing good. Nearly 630 students, staff, community partners and volunteers completed projects at five schools!

400 new 5th grade band and orchestra musicians performed at the Blast-Off Workshop with high school musicians from Marana and Mountain View High Schools.

Students in grades 6-8 will soon take part in a school safety lesson designed to help them understand district protocols, build confidence, and be prepared in case of an emergency. All students in MUSD will be completing age-appropriate school safety lessons this year.

MUSD congratulates Jessica Leonard, sixth grade teacher at Butterfield Elementary School, named a finalist for the Tucson Values Teachers - Raytheon Leader in Education Award.

Call for Artwork! Every year, the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona enlists the help of elementary school students across the community to create artwork for their Kids Calendar.

Join MUSD for 8 FREE classes to prepare nutritious meals on a limited budget! Let’s cook, eat smarter, and move more together!
 

Important Update: Changes are coming to MUSD Professional Development Days for teachers and staff for the 2025-26 School Year. This impacts days students attend school!

MUSD is proud to share that all Marana Schools have earned Level 2 High Reliability Schools (HRS) certification in 2025!  This milestone highlights our commitment to ensuring high-quality, effective teaching in every classroom, a cornerstone of student success.
 

Join together in unity and service! SIGN UP to join Marana Schools on Sept.13 in honor of 9/11 to beautify our campuses, stock MUSD food pantries, or give back in other meaningful ways on this service day honoring 9/11!

MUSD is proud to announce that several Marana Unified School District (MUSD) schools have been recognized by the Arizona PBIS Coalition for their outstanding implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), a framework that promotes safe, supportive, and inclusive school environments.

MUSD kicked off the new school year with an energizing and motivational Professional Development (PD) Day yesterday,  and what a welcome it was!

Marana Unified School District Welcomes New Teachers for the 2025–2026 School Year,  where teachers learn all about our schools, curriculum, professional learning communities, and more. Dr. Streeter, senior leadership, Governing Board members, Directors, and staff extended an extra warm MUSD welcome.

No More Paper Flyers! Peachjar is MUSD’s Digital Flyer Delivery System, and families can learn about important activities, programs, and events for students throughout our community!

As we begin a new school year, we remind our families of the steps MUSD takes to keep everyone informed and safe during crisis situations. From safety alerts to real-time updates, here’s what you can expect if a situation impacts one of our schools.