Catalina Foothills School District
Welcome to
Manzanita Elementary
3000 E. Manzanita Ave | Tucson, AZ 85718
Phone: 520-209-7800
Attendance Line: 520-209-7860
Early Release Hours 8:00am - 1:30pm
K-AM: 8:00am - 11:00am
K-PM: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
School Hours: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Office Hours: 7:30am - 3:30pm
At Manzanita Elementary School, we believe in helping every student grow into a confident learner, a kind friend, and a responsible global citizen. We are proud to hold an A letter grade from the Arizona Department of Education and to be recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education. Our talented teachers—honored as CFSD Teachers of the Year, Arizona Art Educator of the Year, SARSEF Elementary Science Teacher of the Year, and more—create a nurturing environment where students excel in science, chess, mathematics, poetry, robotics, and writing. At Manzanita, we are more than a school—we are a caring, connected community where students are inspired to learn and thrive every day.
Inclusivity
We prioritize inclusivity by actively promoting a welcoming and supportive environment where every student feels valued and empowered.
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September 17, 2025
In Viktoriya Yurkivs Physics: Applications of Biotechnology class, students brought physics and engineering to life by building working trebuchet prototypes . Goggles on and notebooks open, teams desi. . .
September 12, 2025
Mustangs! We are $748 away from our goal of $28,000.00!!!! The finish line is right there! So AWESOME! Mustang Bucks donations make field trips possible, allow for guest speakers on campus, an. . .
September 12, 2025
The CFSD Foundation presents Tapas for Teachers Thursday, November 13, 2025 5:308:30 PM Contigo Latin Kitchen 3770 E Sunrise Dr. Tickets include tapas, a complimentary drink, live music. . .
September 11, 2025
Across the nation, and here in southern Arizona, how schools teach reading is in the news. At Catalina Foothills School District, we dont chase trends; we invest in evidence. Teaching reading isnt som. . .
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