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 4, 2025
Walk into the science classrooms at Catalina Foothills High School and you wont see rows of silent note-takers. In Kevin Duongs room, for example, youll see a mini research community. One of his pract. . .
September 3, 2025
Do you have a CFSD teacher who has made a lasting impactsomeone who inspired, challenged, or believed in a student at just the right moment? We invite students, parents, and colleagues to take part. . .
August 29, 2025
Mustang Memo Manzanita Elementary School Newsletter August 29, 2025 New to Our School Welcome Laura Kupper (2nd grade) to th. . .
August 29, 2025
Dear Manzanita Families, The first month of school is a wrap, and I'm incredibly proud of how smoothly our first few weeks have gone. The students have settled in wonderfully, and it's been a joy to . . .
Get a glimpse into a day in the life of a Manzanita kindergartener.
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