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The Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD) is a large public school district serving the educational needs of students and families in Scottsdale, Arizona and surrounding areas, including parts of Phoenix, Paradise Valley, and Tempe.
Here are some key facts about the Scottsdale Unified School District:
Enrollment and schools
SUSD has been providing education for over 128 years.
It is the tenth largest school district in Arizona.
The district serves approximately 22,000 students across 29 physical campuses and one online high school.
SUSD schools include:
15 Elementary Schools.
3 K-8 Schools.
6 Middle Schools.
5 High Schools.
Scottsdale Online Learning.
Programs and offerings
The district boasts a diverse and rigorous educational environment, fostered by a highly experienced and professionally certified teaching staff.
SUSD offers a variety of programs including:
Gifted learning.
Special education.
Career and technical education.
Athletics, arts, and enrichment programs and clubs.
The district’s boundaries encompass most of Scottsdale, most of Paradise Valley, and sections of Phoenix and Tempe.
History
The Scottsdale Unified School District was founded in 1896 by Major Winfield Scott, who was also the founder of Scottsdale.
The first classes were taught in 1896 by Aliza Bount in her adobe home near what is now Civic Center Plaza and Second Street.
The district’s first schoolhouse, now known as the “Little Red Schoolhouse” and home to the Scottsdale Historical Society, was built in 1909 with a $5,000 bond approved by all 13 citizens who voted.
Academics and ratings
The district is rated an A-rated district by the Arizona State Board of Education.
29 out of 30 SUSD schools earned an A or B rating for the 2023-2024 school year.
Employment
SUSD employs approximately 3,000 people, including about 1,500 teachers.
You can find information about job openings and application procedures on the Scottsdale Unified School District’s website.
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