We're proud to announce that four Cartwright School District campuses earned an A rating in the 2026 A–F letter grades released by the Arizona Department of Education. This is a milestone for the district, which earned an overall B rating across its 20 schools.
Congratulations to all of our students, families, teachers and staff!
A+ effort, A grade! Congratulations to John F. Long Elementary on officially moving from a B to an A grade from the Arizona Department of Education. We’re proud of every student, teacher, staff member and family who made this incredible progress happen. Way to go, John F. Long!
Families and educators filled the Cartwright Training Center this morning for a Teacher-Parent Workshop centered on early childhood activities and kindergarten readiness.
Governing Board President Lydia Hernandez, board member Denice Garcia, and Acting Superintendent Dr. Alfredo Barrantes welcomed families and took part in the classroom activities.
This week, our students are discovering dragon fruit, a vibrant and delicious fruit native to Central America and Mexico, now enjoyed around the world!
Through this weekly experience, students will explore fruits from different countries, learn about their origins and cultures, and discover new flavors while building healthy eating habits.
At Cartwright, learning goes beyond the classroom...sometimes, it starts with a bite!
☕ Thank You, Cartwright Families, for Joining Us at Cafecito! A huge thank you to the parents who joined us at John F. Long Elementary School! We were honored to have Governing Board President Lydia Hernandez, Acting Superintendent Dr. Barrantes, Principal Leticia Castro, and district leaders present.
Special thanks to the Phoenix Public Library for sharing amazing free family resources—from books, games, and hotspots to museum passes and GED classes! 📚
Your active partnership helps build a stronger community. Together, we thrive!
Friendly Reminder: Early Release Tomorrow!
Dear Cartwright Families,
This is a quick reminder that tomorrow, Friday, August 7, is an Early Release Day across our district.
Please note that dismissal times vary by school, see the graphic below for your school's exact dismissal time (12:15 PM or 1:00 PM). 👇
If you have any questions regarding Friday schedules, please feel free to contact your school's front office directly.
Our Early Release Schedule is as follows:
Dismissal at 12:15 p.m. - G. Frank Davidson Elementary, Heatherbrae Elementary, Holiday Park Elementary, John F. Long Elementary, Palm Lane Elementary, Manuel Lito Peña Elementary, Peralta Elementary, Starlight Park Elementary, Sunset Elementary and Tomahawk Elementary
Dismissal at 1:00 p.m. - Marc T. Atkinson Middle School, Frank Borman Elementary, Cartwright Elementary, Raúl H. Castro Middle School, Desert Sands Middle School, Glenn L. Downs Elementary, Estrella Middle School, Charles W. Harris Elementary, Justine Spitalny Elementary and Bret R. Tarver Elementary
Thank you for your continued support! 💙
Please take a moment to review the Social Media Rules of Engagement for the Cartwright School District and its affiliated schools. https://www.csd83.org/page/public-relations
We would like to extend a sincere thank you to Vallarta Supermarkets on the opening of their new store this morning, located at Camelback and 59th Avenue, and for their generous $1,500 donation benefiting John F. Long Elementary School and Desert Sands Middle School Academy of Mass Communications and Journalism.
On behalf of our district, we truly appreciate Vallarta Supermarkets’ support and commitment to our schools and our community. Contributions like these make a meaningful difference for our students and families. We wish them much success in their new location and thank them for being a valued community partner.
On behalf of our district, we truly appreciate Vallarta Supermarkets’ support and commitment to our schools and our community. Contributions like these make a meaningful difference for our students and families. We wish them much success in their new location and thank them for being a valued community partner.
Enroll your child in a nurturing Kindergarten focused on growth, safety, fun, and early learning.
Open enrollment is ongoing for the 2026-2027 school year.
(623) 691-1961
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Open enrollment is ongoing for the 2026-2027 school year.
(623) 691-1961
www.csd83.org
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the December 3, 2025, Governing Board meeting has been postponed to next week—Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:00 pm.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the December 3, 2025, Governing Board meeting has been postponed to next week—Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at 6:00 pm.
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🎉 Great news, Cartwright community! 🎉
We’re so proud to share that our district has officially moved up to a “B” letter grade! 💪
This amazing achievement is thanks to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff across all our schools. 🌟
💙 11 schools earned a “B”
💛 6 schools improved by one letter grade
💙 12 schools maintained their letter grade. Keep it up!
🏆 A big shoutout to Holiday Park Elementary School for earning an “A”
We’re proud of our entire Cartwright family and know that together we’ll continue to grow and shine even brighter! ✨
#CartwrightPride #StudentSuccess #TeamCartwright
We’re so proud to share that our district has officially moved up to a “B” letter grade! 💪
This amazing achievement is thanks to the hard work and dedication of our students, teachers, and staff across all our schools. 🌟
💙 11 schools earned a “B”
💛 6 schools improved by one letter grade
💙 12 schools maintained their letter grade. Keep it up!
🏆 A big shoutout to Holiday Park Elementary School for earning an “A”
We’re proud of our entire Cartwright family and know that together we’ll continue to grow and shine even brighter! ✨
#CartwrightPride #StudentSuccess #TeamCartwright
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the September 10, 2025, Governing Board meeting has been postponed and will be rescheduled.
📢 Join us for a Special School Safety Forum hosted by Telemundo and the Cartwright School District!
🗓 Thursday, August 28
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Frank Borman Elementary School Gym
5401 W. Clarendon Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85031
This important town hall event will feature expert insights on school safety and practical tips for having meaningful conversations with your children.
📢 ¡Acompáñanos en un Foro Especial sobre Seguridad Escolar!
Presentado por Telemundo y el Distrito Escolar Cartwright
🗓 Jueves, 28 de agosto
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Gimnasio de la Primaria Frank Borman
5401 W. Clarendon Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85031
Este importante evento comunitario contará con expertos en seguridad escolar y consejos prácticos para mantener conversaciones significativas con sus hijos.
Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Textbook Adoption Committee Meeting #1
Notice of Textbook Adoption Committee Meeting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. Meeting will be held in person at the Cartwright District Training Center, 4242 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85031
Textbook Adoption Committee Meeting #1
Notice of Textbook Adoption Committee Meeting on Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 2:30 p.m. Meeting will be held in person at the Cartwright District Training Center, 4242 N. 51st Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85031
📢 Governing Board Meeting Rescheduled
Due to a BoardDocs program outage, today’s Governing Board meeting has been postponed.
The meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 19, at 6:00 p.m.
We appreciate your understanding and patience, and we look forward to seeing you then.
Due to a BoardDocs program outage, today’s Governing Board meeting has been postponed.
The meeting has been rescheduled for Tuesday, August 19, at 6:00 p.m.
We appreciate your understanding and patience, and we look forward to seeing you then.
🎉 Congratulations to Miss Bishop, third grade teacher at John F. Long, for an amazing achievement. Eighty-seven percent of her students passed the AASA Math test!
This morning, she was surprised by Principal Leticia Castro with a trophy in front of her team. District staff and her proud parents were also there to celebrate.
We’re so proud of you, Miss Bishop! 🍎👏 #StudentSuccess #JohnFLongPride #AASAResults
This morning, she was surprised by Principal Leticia Castro with a trophy in front of her team. District staff and her proud parents were also there to celebrate.
We’re so proud of you, Miss Bishop! 🍎👏 #StudentSuccess #JohnFLongPride #AASAResults
🎒✨ Back-to-School Backpack Giveaway! ✨🎒
Hey families! Come hang out with us at the American Family Fields of Phoenix on Saturday, July 26 at 6 PM for a fun and FREE back-to-school event hosted by the office of councilwoman Betty Guardado and the City of Phoenix.
We’ll be giving away free backpacks and school supplies (while they last), so your kids can start the school year off right. It’s a great way to get ready for the new year, connect with the community, and enjoy a summer evening together.
Bring the whole family—we’d love to see you there! 💙📚
#BackToSchoolPHX #CommunityVibes #FreeBackpacks #OneTeamUnaFamilia
Hey families! Come hang out with us at the American Family Fields of Phoenix on Saturday, July 26 at 6 PM for a fun and FREE back-to-school event hosted by the office of councilwoman Betty Guardado and the City of Phoenix.
We’ll be giving away free backpacks and school supplies (while they last), so your kids can start the school year off right. It’s a great way to get ready for the new year, connect with the community, and enjoy a summer evening together.
Bring the whole family—we’d love to see you there! 💙📚
#BackToSchoolPHX #CommunityVibes #FreeBackpacks #OneTeamUnaFamilia
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