DMK8 Jaguar News

Recent College Grads should explore this opportunity! Hired by Americorps, the position calls for a dedicated and community-minded individual to serve in MUSD schools during the 2026-27 school year. A School Engagement Specialist works directly with students, teachers, and families to create a positive and supportive learning environment.

Marana Schools are still welcoming families to enroll their youngest learners for the upcoming 2026-27 school year! Register your kindergartener as soon as possible to ensure they are all set for the first day of school.

In the 25-26 school year, Marana Unified School District celebrated its centennial - 100 years of teaching and learning in Marana Schools. The district dug into its history and discovered how we grew from a handful of board and canvas classrooms to a thriving school district that proudly partners with our families and the greater Marana community.

The Marana Unified School District Family Resource Center will remain open throughout the summer to continue supporting families in the community.

Summer Food Program Providing Free & Healthy Meals! Select Marana Schools and Marana Cares Mobile are providing free and healthy meals to all children 18 years and younger this summer.

MUSD Marana Cares Mobile food bus will be on the streets during the upcoming 2026 Summer Break serving FREE, nutritious and delicious meals to ALL children.

The Marana Unified School District Governing Board proudly celebrated the careers and contributions of its 2026 retiring employees during a year-end recognition ceremony held at the Marana Municipal Complex.

Marana Unified School District recognizes the dedicated group of teachers who completed their LETRS Certification, further strengthening literacy instruction and student support across the district.

At Marana Schools, we’re committed to creating a positive environment where every student thrives. Discover how our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) framework is shaping better outcomes through proactive strategies, data, and support systems.

Several outstanding students were recognized at the Casas Adobes Rotary Club 8th Grade Awards Celebration, honoring exceptional student leaders and scholarship recipients.

MUSD proudly recognizes the dedicated group of teachers who have successfully completed the district’s two-year teaching induction program.

Marana Unified School District is proud to continue its strong partnership with Get Away Today, a collaboration that directly benefits MUSD schools and students while helping families plan unforgettable vacations.

Early career and Veteran educators from across Marana Unified School District were honored for their strong commitment to students and educational excellence.

Under Jill’s guidance, the United Way Cradle to Career Empowered Teaching initiative has grown significantly across the district, expanding from just 2 classrooms to 12 schools and reaching more than 1,550 students.

April 20 - May 1 there will be a temporary closure of the I-10 eastbound Tangerine Road off-ramp affecting drivers coming from Phoenix. Families are encouraged to plan ahead and use alternate off-ramps exit 236, 242, or 244.

The Dove Mountain CSTEM K-8 Concert Band recently performed at the ABODA Area Band Festival hosted by Mountain View High School and earned a Superior with Distinction rating, the highest honor possible.

The MUSD Family Resource Center recently celebrated the completion of its Make Way For Books Storytime series, bringing together families through an engaging literacy experience.

The District received recognition for its response to a school bus accident traveling from Phoenix on I-10 near the Tangerine Exit in April 2025. Marana Unified School District is deeply honored to receive this award.

LEAP Before and After school care is available at all MUSD Elementary Schools and K-8s! Registration for the 2026-27 Learning, Enrichment, and Play (LEAP) program opens soon.

Today, we shine a spotlight on Sheila Callahan,a proud MUSD alumna of Tortolita Middle ‘92,  and MHS class of ‘96, who returned to serve the district as a teacher, coach, and instructional leader.

The Second Annual Cereal Drive Exceeds Expectations! In its second year, the SSC custodial staff went above and beyond, more than doubling last year’s drive total by collecting over 700 boxes of cereal for MUSD students and families.

Donating instruments to two schools, MUSD is appreciative of the Kiwanis Club of the Desert for its continued commitment to providing students with opportunities to discover their passion for music.

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.

Charlotte Galvan, an exceptional educator at Estes Elementary School, was featured as the inaugural Alumni Spotlight honoree by Education Arizona.

Two teachers from DMK8 received National Board Certification! Attainment of National Board Certification is one of the most prestigious and respected professional accomplishments in K-12 education.