Tonight, the PXU Governing Board said farewell to Board Members Senator Lela Alston and Stephanie Parra and recognized them for their years of service on the Board. We wish them well in their future endeavors and thank them for their hard work and dedication to Phoenix Union. š
Tonight, the PXU Governing Board recognized the students within our district who placed at the recent AcaDec Scrimmage at Maryvale. Congratulations to Alexander Ewell, Daniel Hernandez Sumano, Benita Rodriguez, Chloe Flood, Shiloh Hernandez, Ari Zinn Palominos (not pictured), and Juanita Ortega (not pictured). š
Today was Cesar Chavezās annual Champion Cheers event ā¤ļø Students from Rogers Ranch Elementary School were paired with high school buddies from across PXU and participated in fun activities. Thank you to all who made this event possible! š
Happy Special Education Day, PXU Family! Today, we celebrate and acknowledge the incredible ESS students across the district, as well as the teachers and staff who support them. š„³
Happy Native American Heritage Day, PXU Family! Today, during Native American Heritage Month, & every day, we celebrate & honor our Native American communities & the original caretakers of the land our district resides on. Please visit PXU.org/LandAcknowledgement for more info.
Happy Thanksgiving, PXU Family š¦! We hope everyone has a fun and safe holiday. We are so thankful for all of our amazing students and staff District-wide ā¤ļø
PXU Family, we hope you have a fun and safe long weekendā¤ļø! We will see everyone back on campuses on Monday, December 2nd. š
PXU would like to thank all who have donated food for distribution this holiday season, and give a special shout out to all who are volunteering their time this week to distribute food and resources to families in need. š¦ā¤ļø
Today, Carl Hayden held a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open the districtās first seed library š±! Students and staff can check out seeds to add greenery to areas they want to beautify or even grow food of their own šŖ“. Thank you to the community partners who supported this event and congratulations to the Carl Hayden Community! š
Today, South Upward and Onward had their annual Friendsgiving where they bought, prepared, and served the meals themselves and celebrated with friends and family. š Great job, interns, and Happy Friendsgiving! š¦
Happy Education Support Professionals Day, PXU Family š Today, and every day, we celebrate our incredible ESPās for their hard work and dedication to our campuses and our students. Your work does not go unnoticed, and we are endlessly thankful for you. Thank you, ESPās ā¤ļøšāØ
Last night, PXU NAEP presented the Mr. and Ms. Indian PXU 2024-2025. This was a special event where our PXU students shared their culture and talents with the PXU Community. A special congratulations to our new Ms. Indian PXU, Kayana Tsosie and Mr. Indian PXU, Latrell Calamity! A huge thank you to the PXU NAEP team for putting together this special event and for supporting our students. š
Last night, PXU held an incredible banquet at Metro Tech for all of our employees who reached 5 year milestones, celebrating employees with up to 45 years of service with Phoenix Union š Congratulations to all employees who reached a milestone this year, and thank you to Metro Techās Culinary program and Flower Shop, and to all who helped make last night possible š„
Happy National School Psychology Week, PXU Family āØ This week, we recognize the hard work of our school psychologists and all those who provide social, mental health, and emotional support to our students ā¤ļø We appreciate you! š #ThisIsWhoWeAre
Happy Veterans Day, PXU Family šŗšø! Today, we honor all those who have served & are currently serving in the US military. We also remember those who lost their lives serving our country. PXU is closed today in observance of the holiday and will reopen tomorrow.
PXU Family, this is a reminder that Phoenix Union schools are closed on Monday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day šŗšø. We will see everyone back on campuses on Tuesday, November 12. Have a safe long weekend!
Tonight, PXU Native American Education Program students presented about their participation in programs that PXU NAEP helped connect them with. Thank you to all of the student presenters, and Happy Native American Heritage Month! š
Tonight, the PXU Governing Board recognized Ms. Tori Anderson for being a finalist and Ambassador for Excellence for the AEF Teacher of the Year award. Congratulations, Ms. Anderson, and thank you for all you do for our students! š
Tonight, the PXU Governing Board recognized Wendy Soto Enriquez from Maryvale for winning first place for the 12th grade category in the āHonoring Americaās Veteransā statewide essay contest overseen by the Arizona Republic. She was first out of over 140 entries. Congratulations, Wendy! š
Happy Election Day, PXU Family! If you are eligible to vote and have not already cast your ballot, we encourage you to vote today and make your voice heard. š³ļø
