Phoenix Elementary School District #1

Phoenix Elementary School District #1 At Phoenix Elementary School District #1, we are Inspiring Every Child to Achieve! Our 12 schools are in the heart of Phoenix. We are free.

We are right in your neighborhood and accessible by Phoenix Light Rail. We are public education! We deliver strong academics while integrating the arts, physical education, athletics and club sports. We provide all the support services for our students including free breakfast and lunch, a top-rated before and after school program for children of working parents, as well as nurses, social workers and psychologists to insure all needs are met. For more information, call 602-523-5757.

06/06/2026

Did you know Phoenix Elementary School District #1 has a high staff retention rate? 95% of our employees are returning for the 2026-2027 school year! ⭐

Watch Phoenix #1 superintendent Dr. Deborah Gonzalez walk you through the onboarding process in her Weekly Update.

Ready to make an impact in kids' lives? We're hiring!

Check out our open positions, including instructional assistants, bus drivers, speech/language pathologists, and school nurses.

Apply now: phxschools.org/careers/choose-phoenix-1

🍎 Tag someone who would love making a difference in the lives of kids!

06/04/2026

FREE food for kids!

We're now in week 2 of our Free Summer Meals Program!🌞

Kids 0-18 can stop at any of the eight school cafeterias below for FREE breakfast and lunch Monday - Thursday. Meal times vary. See the full updated schedule on our website. https://www.phxschools.org/support/food-nutrition/free-summer-meals-2026

Locations:
Bethune
Capitol
Emerson
Herrera School for the Arts
Lowell
Magnet Traditional
Shaw Montessori (plus Friday)
Whittier

🐝 Did you hear the buzz?The Edison renovation is officially underway! 🚧 Check out the demolition of the parking lot and ...
06/03/2026

🐝 Did you hear the buzz?

The Edison renovation is officially underway! 🚧 Check out the demolition of the parking lot and playground area this week. It's the first visible sign that your bond dollars are hard at work.

Big changes are coming! Stay tuned for more construction updates!

05/30/2026

Big news! Phoenix Elementary School District #1 is excited to announce the launch of our new Dual Language Immersion Preschool at Lowell Elementary School for the 2026–2027 school year! Learning English and Spanish can now start as early as 3 years old. Spots are limited! Click to learn more and fill out the application for DLI Preschool today: https://www.phxschools.org/programs/preschool

05/29/2026

In this week's update, Dr. Gonzalez shares highlights from our Leadership Retreat as district leaders prepare for the 2026–27 school year and reminds families about free summer meals available all summer long. 💙💛

The boys' flag football season brought exciting competition and unforgettable moments across Phoenix #1! Congratulation...
05/28/2026

The boys' flag football season brought exciting competition and unforgettable moments across Phoenix #1! Congratulations to the Garfield Grizzlies on being crowned District Champions! 🏆🏈

Special recognition to Amir Simmons for being named Season MVP, Alex Montando for receiving All-Star Game MVP, and Angel Diaz for earning Coach of the Year honors. Congratulations to all of our student-athletes and coaches on an incredible season! 👏

The girls' flag football season showcased incredible talent, teamwork, and determination across Phoenix #1! Congratulat...
05/27/2026

The girls' flag football season showcased incredible talent, teamwork, and determination across Phoenix #1! Congratulations to the Shaw Stars on earning the title of District Champions! 🏆🏈

Special recognition to Bella Campbell for earning All-Star Game MVP honors, Aubrielle Wright for being named Season MVP, and Paul Wilfert for earning Coach of the Year. Congratulations to all of our student-athletes and coaches on an outstanding season! 👏

FREE summer meals are back at some Phoenix #1 schools for all kids 0 - 18 years old. 🍽️🆓 Our cafeterias at Bethune, Cap...
05/27/2026

FREE summer meals are back at some Phoenix #1 schools for all kids 0 - 18 years old. 🍽️🆓

Our cafeterias at Bethune, Capitol, Emerson, Herrera, Lowell, Magnet, Shaw, & Whittier will open and serve breakfast and lunch.

Check out meal dates and serving times below ⬇️

Congratulations to all Phoenix #1 8th-grade students on your promotion to high school! 🎓💙💛 This milestone reflects your...
05/27/2026

Congratulations to all Phoenix #1 8th-grade students on your promotion to high school! 🎓💙💛 This milestone reflects your hard work, growth, and determination throughout your middle school journey. Your Phoenix #1 family is proud of all you have accomplished and excited to see you take on this next chapter. Keep shining and reaching for your goals!

Address

1817 N 7th Street
Phoenix, AZ
85006

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+16022573755

Website

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