Today, South took advantage of the L&D Day and hosted hundreds of 8th graders from multiple schools on their campus š„ The 8th graders learned about all of the incredible programs at South and what their Academies offer. We canāt wait for these future freshmen to start on our campuses next year! š
Yesterday was a big day for the Carl Hayden Basketball Team š The team made their way down to the Capitol where they were introduced on the House floor and toured it, toured the Museum, then they had a meet and greet with Governor Katie Hobbs! One player in particular, Prince Cash, had the incredible opportunity of interviewing the Governor for an upcoming social media video on their page. We are so excited for them having this experience! š
PXU is so excited to celebrate our new and maintaining National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT)āļø! Congratulations to:
Emily Bogush, Phoenix Coding Academy, New AND Maintaining, Math and ELD
Ann Marie Shanahan, Maryvale, New, Social Studies
Reema Sharma, Central, New, Math
Holly Taylor, Alhambra, New, ELD
Barry Bertolet, Central, Maintaining, Art
Amy Hollister, Carl Hayden, Maintaining, ELA
Lauren Hubert, Camelback, Maintaining, Science
Karina Rascon, Maryvale, Maintaining, ELA
Students from more than five middle schools traveled to Maryvale today for Future Freshman Dayš„. The students got to see all the incredible clubs, programs and academics Maryvale has to offer, and enjoyed multiple performances from the Maryvale performing arts programs. Weāre excited to welcome them and all other future freshmen to PXU!š
Today we recognize International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau. We honor and remember the millions of lives lost, and continue to hope for a safe future among the Jewish community. šÆļø#WeRemember #NeverAgain
Today, Camelback hosted dozens of individuals from districts from not only Arizona, but other states too, alongside the Center for High School Success, to showcase their Freshman House and how they prioritize Freshman success as a National Demonstration School š We are so proud of all the hard work Camelback puts in to keep their students on track to success š„
Happy Martin Luther King Jr. Day, PXU Family! Today, we invite you to reflect on the incredible life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jrš. PXU schools are closed today in observance of todayās holiday. We look forward to seeing everyone back on campuses tomorrow!
PXU Family, just a reminder that this weekend is a 3 day weekend in honor of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday. PXU will be closed on Monday, January 19, and reopen on Tuesday, January 20 in observance of the holiday. See you on Tuesday!
Today, Betty Fairfax BSU and HBCU Clubs hosted a beautiful assembly in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day š It featured performances from many groups across Fairfax mixed with educational moments about key figures in black history. Congratulations on the successful assemblies, Fairfax! š„
Calling all Future Freshmen šØ If you are interested in attending a PXU school next year, our schools are hosting Future Freshman Days and Nights š„ Check the schedule for details.
PXU is so proud to congratulate Adrian Stubbs from the Maryvale Basketball Team for scoring 100 points in 3 quarters during their game against Kofa š With his points scored, he broke the existing state record for most individual points scored during a basketball game. We are so proud of you, Adrian!
Today, South Upward and Onward helped their community by hosting Market on the Move, a mobile market where members of the community can stop by and receive multiple boxes filled with fresh food for $10 šš„¦š
The interns had an assembly system for creating the boxes of food and even checked people in and loaded vehicles. We are so proud of them for their hard work giving back to our community. š Follow @upwardandonwardsmhs for their future Market on the Move events!
Yesterday, Central Culinary had an exciting afternoon after individuals from Project Roots arrived with three brand new grow towers for them to grow their own ingredients in the classroom šæ Culinary students had the opportunity to assemble the grow towers themselves, and they are excited to grow fresh ingredients on their own. Congratulations, Central Culinary! š
Tonight, the PXU Governing Board had some incredible celebrations š First, the Board recognized our Questbridge Matches from across the district. Congratulations to Suri Hernandez Chavez, Sofia Villa, Sara John, Susanne Guerrero Sanchez, Miraje Jemal (not pictured) and Fabian Melton (not pictured). The Board also recognized Kauwan Ellis, Safety Team Member from Cesar Chavez who recently saved a studentās life, making local and national news for his act of heroism. Congratulations to all who were recognized!
Happy School Board Recognition Month! We are thankful for our Board for all they do for our district. The next PXU Board Meeting is tonight! If you cannot make it in person, tune in virtually at PXU.org/JanuaryBoardMeeting!
PXU Family, we are so excited to kick off the second semester tomorrow! We will see everyone back on campuses tomorrow to finish out the 2025-2026 school year strong š„
Mayen Usoro is a senior at Cesar Chavez who is a track superstar āļø Breaking state records as early as her freshman year, she plans to continue her track career in college. Read more about Mayen in the latest edition of our magazine at PXU.org/Magazine š»
Now that it's 2026, Class of 2026, graduation will be here before you know it šIt is not too early to make plans. Here is the schedule. Visit PXU.org/Graduation for more details including parking info!
PXU family, we hope that your break has been great! Just a reminder that school is back in session for the second semester on Monday, January 5! Please look out for scheduling communications from your schools for our first day back.
Happy New Year, PXU Familyš We are looking forward to this new year with our incredible studentsš„ Let's make this year our best one yet!
