Mesa Public Schools

08/26/2026

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08/25/2026

Kinda chic to go to curriculum night and hear about this year’s academic goals, rules, and learning expectations.

Kinda chic to ride the bus to and from school every day and know you’re getting to school safely and efficiently.

Kinda chic to download ParentSquare and stay connected with all of the important news and updates at your school. Available for free in the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Kinda chic to show up to school on time, every day. , and every minute of time in class counts!

Kinda chic to order AZ Healthy Schools Act-compliant birthday treats from MPS Food & Nutrition. Visit our website to fill out your order form today!

Kinda chic to be an MPS volunteer and donate your time and talents to supporting our students and staff!

Kinda chic to get involved in student activities, whether they be arts, sports or clubs. MPS has something for every student to find their passion.

Kinda chic to be an MPS graduate and be part of a legacy of excellence in Arizona!

08/23/2026

Where does the money come from to maintain and repair school buildings?

In the latest installment of our Finance 101 series, we're breaking down capital funding, how schools pay for facility improvements and repairs, and why those dollars are separate from classroom funding.

08/22/2026

We’re proud to congratulate Westwood High School graduate Desiree Angulo on receiving the prestigious Navajo Nation Chief Manuelito Scholarship!
Desiree graduated from Westwood this past May and was only one of a select few Arizonans to receive the award. She plans to use the scholarship to support her studies at the University of Arizona Honors College.
We’re excited to see all that you accomplish, Desiree. Your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring!
Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! 🐻⬇

08/21/2026

In the next installment of our Finance 101 series, we're breaking down how school funding is divided into different categories, what those dollars can be used for and why different funding sources come with different rules.

08/20/2026

We’re proud to recognize Ms. Andrea Daniels, school counselor at Rhodes Junior High School, who has been named the 2026 Arizona Middle Grades Hero of the Year by the Arizona Association for Middle Level Education!
Ms. Daniels was recognized for her compassion, leadership and unwavering commitment to ensuring every student feels supported, valued and empowered to succeed.
Thank you, Ms. Daniels, for the difference you make in the lives of our students every day. 👏

08/19/2026

Ever wonder where school funding comes from?

In the first installment of our Finance 101 series, we're breaking down how Arizona public schools are funded, from state and local funding to voter-approved bonds and overrides. Learn how enrollment impacts funding and where the dollars that support our students come from.

08/18/2026

Thank you to the 250+ representatives from booster clubs, parent-teacher organizations and student support organizations (SSOs) across Mesa Public Schools who joined us for our inaugural Volunteer Leadership Summit!

We’re so grateful you chose to spend your Saturday morning with us, investing your time and energy in learning new ways to support our schools and students. The summit provided valuable training, opportunities to connect with fellow volunteer leaders from across the district, and a chance to meet with vendors and community partners.

It was an incredible morning, and we’re so thankful for the dedication, partnership and passion you bring to our schools. Together, we’re making a difference for Mesa students! 💙

08/18/2026

🇺🇸 Representing Arizona with pride!
We’re proud to recognize Westwood High School’s Eliza Anderson, who was selected as Arizona’s representative at the Patriot Games! Eliza was one of two Arizona athletes who competed in the games last week as part of the celebration of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
Congratulations on this incredible achievement!

08/15/2026