Historic teacher raises approved in new budget
Teachers in Maricopa can expect a substantial pay hike following the unanimous adoption of the Maricopa Unified School District budget on Wednesday.
The budget, which...
Goal achieved: MHS grad on way to Air Force Academy
After a year at its preparatory school, 2022 Maricopa High School graduate Charles Liermann is on his way to the United States Air Force...
Future Maricopa teachers headed to nationals
Eight students from Maricopa and Desert Sunrise high schools are headed to Orlando, Florida, this weekend to compete in the Educators Rising national conference.
EdRising...
6 MUSD elementary schools to get video intercom systems
Six district elementary schools without secure lobbies will get video intercom systems this summer.
The technology utilizes facial recognition and real-time visibility to secure campus...
MUSD recaps discipline progress
During a Maricopa Unified School District meeting on June 14, Assistant Superintendent Tracey Pastor presented student discipline data from the 2022-2023 academic year.
She showed...
Maricopa schools recap safety, discipline progress
In a recent update on student discipline and school safety, Assistant Superintendent Tracey Pastor highlighted Maricopa Unified School District’s progress from the past academic...
MUSD secures nearly $1M for new school counselor, SROs
School safety grants will enable the Maricopa Unified School District to hire an elementary-level counselor and school resource officers at three schools.
The grants...
Saddleback students join Buddy Bison for ‘outdoor’ learning
Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino is teaming up with the National Park Trust to sponsor Saddleback Elementary School’s participation in the Buddy Bison School Program.
The program,...
MUSD explores weapon detection systems at high schools
Concerned about the alarming rise of gun violence incidents in schools nationwide, the Maricopa Unified School District is exploring new measures to safeguard its...
MUSD prepares for district-wide growth
According to Jacob Harmon, the district’s Chief Financial Officer, Maricopa Unified School District is expected to grow by 231 elementary students next year.
To accommodate...
7 portable classrooms ready for installation
On Jun 14, seven portable classrooms were delivered to the Maricopa Unified School District and await installation at the six MUSD elementary schools.
Each...
MUSD board to consider installing metal detectors
Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board will conduct a work study June 14 on OPENGATE, a weapon detection system aimed at enhancing the safety...
Downey, Harmon join Board of Trustees
During a regular meeting on May 10, the Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board appointed its president, Robert Downey, to the Board of Trustees...
Former CAC student leans on resources to graduate from ASU
Former Central Arizona College student Jared Gale graduated from Arizona State University in May, with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering.
As he was...
MHS Varsity baseball recognized for outstanding sportsmanship
Maricopa High School's varsity baseball team, led by Head Coach Brad Vericker, has emerged as an example of sportsmanship both on and off the...
Hooked on learning, Fish siblings pursue PhDs
A trio of siblings from Maricopa are making waves in the world of science.
Sarah, Jonathan and Adam Fish are pursuing their PhDs in biological...
Sandlot Maricopa honors Hydie Fernandez this weekend
This weekend, Sandlot Maricopa is honoring Suheiry “Hydie” Fernandez, the 10-year-old girl who tragically lost her life on March 31 following an accident on...
High school football competitions Friday open to public
Photo by: Victor Moreno
Maricopa and Desert Sunrise high schools are teaming up to co-host 7-on-7 football tournament and Big Man competitions June 2.
Twenty area...
Central Arizona College recognizes May 2023 graduates
Central Arizona College recognized this year’s college graduates during a commencement ceremony at the Signal Peak Campus on Friday, May 12, 2023.
A total of...
A last shot, a found path
By John Hill - Photo by: Victor Moreno
Kincade Young, a recent graduate from Heritage Academy, has been a part of many firsts since the...
Heritage dancer takes center stage
For a self-proclaimed “shy gal,” the idea of a spotlight might seem overbearing. But Abigail Panter, a recent graduate from Heritage Academy, views the...
Free meal program begins this week
Maricopa Unified School District’s free-meal program begins this week, ensuring children access to nutritious meals throughout the summer.
Breakfast will be served from 8-9 a.m....
Heritage Academy back-to-back baseball champs
After an impressive 15-1 season, the Heritage Academy baseball team clinched the Arizona Canyon Athletic Division II State Title for the second year in...
Desert Wind students celebrate science
Desert Wind Middle School science students recently immersed themselves in the world of STEM – science, technology, engineering and mathematics – with an “out...
Lopeman’s contract extended until 2026
Superintendent Dr. Tracey Lopeman of the Maricopa Unified School District expressed her gratitude to the Governing Board after they extended her contract until 2026.
“It...
Sequoia Pathway graduates reflect on emotions, hard work
A lot of emotions, a lot of hard work.
That’s how one Sequoia Pathway Academy senior summarized his final year of high school just prior...
MHS Salutatorian: Write those next chapters
At the Maricopa High School graduation, Salutatorian Zoie Zimpleman took to the stage and spoke to her graduating class. Here's her speech:
Good evening, family,...
Scenes from Maricopa High School’s commencement ceremony
Thursday night, 629 students graduated at during Maricopa High School's 2023 commencement before a packed football stadium at Maricopa High School.
Photographer Victor Moreno attended...
MHS Valedictorian: ‘There is a place for you’
At the Maricopa High School graduation, Valedictorian Diana Harris took to the stage and spoke to her fellow students. Here's her speech:
At age 6,...
Class of 2023 graduates from Maricopa High School
As the sun cast a warm glow on the faces of more than 620 Maricopa High School graduates, friends and family gathered to watch...