Academics
The SUSD Academics Department communicates the expectations of state and District content standards and provides ongoing professional development to promote best practices for teaching and learning.
All content areas in SUSD teach the Arizona State Standards, specific to each grade level and course. For more information on the Arizona Department of Education Academic State Standards, please visit the Arizona Department of Education website.
Academics News
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What a fantastic school year it has been! As we wrap up another chapter filled with growth, learning, and countless achievements, we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredible dedication of our students and teachers. Together, you made this year truly memorable ‒ embracing challenges, discovering new talents, and building a vibrant learning community. Thank you for your hard work and passion that made it all possible!
The excitement didn’t stop there though. Last week, we hosted our Summer Professional Development Institute, turning up the energy with the theme “Teachella: A Festival of Learning.” Over three dynamic days ‒May 27, 28, and 29 ‒ teachers from pre-K through grade 12 engaged in more than 50 enriching sessions designed to inspire and enhance teaching skills across a variety of subjects.
School Letter Grades
The Arizona State Board of Education A-F School Letter Grades for the 2023-2024 school year have been released. We are happy to report that SUSD is an A rated district and that 29 of our 30 schools earned an A or a B rating.
Arizona School & District Letter Grades
2023-2024 School Year
| School | 2023 - 2024 Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| Anasazi | A |
| Cherokee | A |
| Cheyenne | A |
| Cochise | A |
| Cocopah | A |
| Copper Ridge | B |
| DCES | A |
| DCMS | A |
| Echo Canyon | A |
| Hohokam | B |
| Hopi | A |
| Ingleside | A |
| Kiva | A |
| Laguna | A |
| Mohave | B |
| Mountainside | A |
| Navajo | A |
| Pima | B |
| Pueblo | A |
| Redfield | A |
| Sequoya | A |
| Tavan | A |
| Tonalea | B |
| Yavapai | B |
| High Schools & Scottsdale Online | |
| Arcadia | A |
| Chaparral | A |
| Coronado | B |
| DMHS | A |
| Saguaro | A |
| Scottsdale Online (SOL) | D |
| District | A |
Contact Us
Dr. Tamara Jagodzinski
Director of Teaching & Learning
480-484-5009
Sarah Torrilhon
Director of Gifted & Accelerated Programs
480-484-5015
Michelle Irvin
Fine Arts & PE Coordinator
480-484-5051