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Marana Schools Centennial
Join us on April 25 for two AMAZING celebration events!
High Student Expectations
Estes has a strong culture of caring, strong relationships, and high expectations for all students. We believe we meet every student where they are at when they arrive on our campus.
Student Ambassadors
Estes Elementary is proud to have an active group of young student leaders who participate in the Student Council and the Sixth Grade Leadership Club.
Title I Student Support
Estes Elementary offers a wide variety of academic learning for our students, and all students receive additional support through Title I funding.
Free Full-day Kindergarten
Now enrolling for free full-day kindergarten offering a strong focus on cognitive, social, and emotional learning development.
Strong Literary Focus
The goal of reading is to comprehend and apply what is read to real-world experiences. Our goal is to develop life-long learners who are independent and proficient readers.
News & Events
Eagle News
![Enroll in Marana Schools Free, Full-Day Kindergarten!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769792813/maranausdorg/n2pavfj9tomrf0klvduj/Kindergarten300x300_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769792813/maranausdorg/n2pavfj9tomrf0klvduj/Kindergarten300x300_1.jpg","width":300}])
Kindergarten Registration opens February 9 for the 2026-27 school year at Marana Unified School District! Tour school campuses, attend a Kinder Info Night, and enroll your child in our exceptional free full-day program!
![MUSD Parent Partnership & PTOs Support Families Through Districtwide Donation Drive!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770401220/maranausdorg/mvmsdoybs2n2vk96je84/FRC_Donation_SQpng.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770401220/maranausdorg/mvmsdoybs2n2vk96je84/FRC_Donation_SQpng.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770401220/maranausdorg/mvmsdoybs2n2vk96je84/FRC_Donation_SQpng.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770401220/maranausdorg/mvmsdoybs2n2vk96je84/FRC_Donation_SQpng.webp","width":1000}])
PTOs throughout Marana USD and the MUSD Parent Partnership are collecting donations to restock the district’s FRC, which support MUSD students and families. Donate clothes, socks, hygiene items, shoes, and food staples!
![Message From Health Aide Mrs. Lucinda]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758139376/maranausdorg/tzca5bqm0ys75stkjibe/schoolnurse.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758139376/maranausdorg/tzca5bqm0ys75stkjibe/schoolnurse.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758139376/maranausdorg/tzca5bqm0ys75stkjibe/schoolnurse.jpg","width":537}])
It's that time of the year when the health office is in need of some supplies. We are looking for small disposable water bottles, baby wipes, tissues, snacks (goldfish, cheezits etc.) and chap sticks. Any donation is greatly appreciated! Thank you! Your health aide Lucinda!
![Fam Jam - This or That]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741561060/maranausdorg/o4f2dgtuh5bho9g39fmh/famjam.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741561060/maranausdorg/o4f2dgtuh5bho9g39fmh/famjam.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741561060/maranausdorg/o4f2dgtuh5bho9g39fmh/famjam.png","width":768}])
- This or That is a great mealtime activity to do at home, in the car, or while out for a meal. These kinds of fun activities help make mealtime family time. If you haven’t talked with your child recently about the dangers of underage drinking and drug use, now is the time.
- Esto o aquello es una excelente actividad a la hora de comer para hacer en casa, en el automóvil o mientras se sale a comer. Este tipo de actividades divertidas ayudan a que la hora de comer sea un momento familiar. Si no ha hablado con su hijo recientemente sobre los peligros del consumo de alcohol y drogas entre menores de edad, ahora es el momento.
![MUSD Proud: U of A Alumni Spotlight: Mrs. Charlotte Galvan]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770675256/maranausdorg/tdsa2xvgefkdgpyuhycl/Charlotte-Galvan3_SQ.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770675256/maranausdorg/tdsa2xvgefkdgpyuhycl/Charlotte-Galvan3_SQ.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770675256/maranausdorg/tdsa2xvgefkdgpyuhycl/Charlotte-Galvan3_SQ.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770675256/maranausdorg/tdsa2xvgefkdgpyuhycl/Charlotte-Galvan3_SQ.webp","width":1000}])
Charlotte Galvan, an exceptional educator at Estes Elementary School, was featured as the inaugural Alumni Spotlight honoree by Education Arizona.
![Marana Community Night - 2/22 with the Tucson Roadrunners Hockey!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770676723/maranausdorg/iuy7w5dhhlwsmkrgmbcq/marana-night-post_SQ.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770676723/maranausdorg/iuy7w5dhhlwsmkrgmbcq/marana-night-post_SQ.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770676723/maranausdorg/iuy7w5dhhlwsmkrgmbcq/marana-night-post_SQ.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770676723/maranausdorg/iuy7w5dhhlwsmkrgmbcq/marana-night-post_SQ.jpg","width":1000}])
The Marana Schools’ 2340 Foundation is proud to be the Charity Partner of the Tucson Roadrunners Marana Community Night, where the Roadrunners will take on Ontario Reign.
![Marana Winds: Musicians Invited to Participate!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770320576/maranausdorg/qm0xmyi40finvnb4hzxq/MW2025_SQ.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770320576/maranausdorg/qm0xmyi40finvnb4hzxq/MW2025_SQ.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770320576/maranausdorg/qm0xmyi40finvnb4hzxq/MW2025_SQ.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770320576/maranausdorg/qm0xmyi40finvnb4hzxq/MW2025_SQ.jpg","width":1000}])
Share your love of music and join the Marana Winds to perform in the 2026 community concert, scheduled for Tuesday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m.! All interested staff, teachers, students, alumni, and friends of MUSD are invited to participate.
![Celebrating 100 Years: Share your Memories with MUSD!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761068894/maranausdorg/gekng7j4ew6bhvjnpimv/300X3004.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761068894/maranausdorg/gekng7j4ew6bhvjnpimv/300X3004.jpg","width":300}])
Calling all alumni, former teachers and staff: What are your favorite memories from your time at Marana Schools? Marana Unified School District is celebrating 100 years of serving our community, and we want to hear from you in our 100-Year Survey!
![Jill Cordova Named 2026 MUSD Exempt Employee of the Year!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770308837/maranausdorg/ilis0evxfsdzptnjsgus/JillEMPofYear_SQ.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770308837/maranausdorg/ilis0evxfsdzptnjsgus/JillEMPofYear_SQ.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770308837/maranausdorg/ilis0evxfsdzptnjsgus/JillEMPofYear_SQ.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770308837/maranausdorg/ilis0evxfsdzptnjsgus/JillEMPofYear_SQ.webp","width":1000}])
Jill Cordova, Elementary Literacy Coordinator, has been named Marana Unified School District’s 2026 Exempt Employee of the Year. Jill’s leadership and dedication to literacy and helping students learn to read - and love reading - have made a lasting impact on students district-wide.
![Keri Stanford Named MUSD’s 2026 Support Staff of the Year!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770065840/maranausdorg/thckb8dj8ecaoqxnznao/KeriStanford_SupportStaffoftheYear2026.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770065840/maranausdorg/thckb8dj8ecaoqxnznao/KeriStanford_SupportStaffoftheYear2026.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1770065840/maranausdorg/thckb8dj8ecaoqxnznao/KeriStanford_SupportStaffoftheYear2026.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770065840/maranausdorg/thckb8dj8ecaoqxnznao/KeriStanford_SupportStaffoftheYear2026.webp","width":1000}])
Keri Stanford, Career and Technical Education Data Integrity Specialist, has been named MUSD’s 2026 Support Staff of the Year! A 14-year district veteran, Keri’s commitment to students and staff continues to make a lasting difference.
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Highlights
Estes Elementary, within the Marana Unified School District, is a preK-6 school offering the highest quality, inspiring and enriching education in a safe, nurturing, and award-winning learning environment.
![High Reliability Schools (HRS) Level 2 Certification]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749749750/maranausdorg/fegpjt398zeu3vbo4rru/EEHRSLevel2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749749750/maranausdorg/fegpjt398zeu3vbo4rru/EEHRSLevel2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749749750/maranausdorg/fegpjt398zeu3vbo4rru/EEHRSLevel2.jpg","width":800}])
Estes Elementary School earned High Reliability School (HRS) Level 2 certification, ensuring effective teaching in every classroom!
![Built On a Stong Community Foundation]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1708118617/maranausdorg/eyrrasqnk9luzatd44wm/D3-800x712.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1708118617/maranausdorg/eyrrasqnk9luzatd44wm/D3-800x712.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1708118617/maranausdorg/eyrrasqnk9luzatd44wm/D3-800x712.jpg","width":800}])
Collaborative partnerships allow our school to leverage family, school, and community resources to remove barriers to learning and provide essentials to families in need.
![Estes Elementary Receives a "B" Letter Grade]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1708118853/maranausdorg/bxveui08fbxzzzkrvqoq/219437169_800x712.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1708118853/maranausdorg/bxveui08fbxzzzkrvqoq/219437169_800x712.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1708118853/maranausdorg/bxveui08fbxzzzkrvqoq/219437169_800x712.jpg","width":800}])
The Arizona Department of Education has released A-F School Letter Grades scores based on data from the 2023-24 school year and Estes Elementary School received an B Letter Grade.
![Affordable Full & Half-day Preschool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707324446/maranausdorg/jiy1o7x8niz3p5rum2fm/IMG_2459-800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707324446/maranausdorg/jiy1o7x8niz3p5rum2fm/IMG_2459-800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707324446/maranausdorg/jiy1o7x8niz3p5rum2fm/IMG_2459-800x716.jpg","width":800}])
Licensed by the AZ Dept. of Health Services, and AZ Dept. of Economic Security approved, our school offers preschool with small/large group activities and enrichment learning activities that promote development in the arts and large motor skills.
![20 Year Celebration adds Tortoise Habitat & Garden]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1708119072/maranausdorg/ejsbhdh5m3tn6v6d13hl/IMG_1456-800x712.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1708119072/maranausdorg/ejsbhdh5m3tn6v6d13hl/IMG_1456-800x712.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1708119072/maranausdorg/ejsbhdh5m3tn6v6d13hl/IMG_1456-800x712.jpg","width":800}])
In the Fall 2021 and in celebration of Estes Elementary’s 20th anniversary, Estes Elementary welcomed several female desert tortoises to the Estes family.