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"A" Letter Grade
The Arizona Department of Education has released A-F School Letter Grades scores based on data from the 2022-23 school year and Ironwood Elementary School received an A Letter Grade.
Safe. Loved. Engaged.
You will find our school to be a place where we focus on the ‘whole child’, with our purpose of making sure that every student is SAFE, LOVED, and ENGAGED ACADEMICALLY.
Prioritizing PBIS
Ironwood establishes clear expectations for the behavior expected in all classrooms and areas of school. Students are explicitly taught these expectations, and we apply positive reinforcement and consistent consequences.
2024-25 Kindergarten
Now enrolling for free full-day kindergarten offering a strong focus on cognitive, social, and emotional learning development.
School-Wide Participation!
100% of Ironwood Elementary School students participate in Visual and/or Performing Arts and Physical Education weekly!
News & Events
Coyote News
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500 new 5th grade band and orchestra musicians performed at the Blast-Off Workshop with high school musicians.
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Every Wednesday in September, students can try Flatbread Quesadillas made with grilled chicken and melty cheddar cheese wrapped in a whole grain flatbread as prepared by our amazing cafeteria staff! It is sure to be a new favorite!
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LEAP Fall Break Camp! Sign up starting September 3 for a fun week of fall exploration with art projects, STEM activities and lots of fun in store!
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Submit your nomination by September 26 to recognize a special MUSD teacher for their efforts resulting in a student's achievement and success!
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MUSD Student & Family Support Services presents a new Family Empowerment Series!
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Are you a family member/ friend raising an MUSD student? Kinship Caregiver Support Group offers monthly meetings through MUSD Student & Family Services!
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The MUSD Fall 2024 Literacy Summit was a huge success! During this event, Elementary Literacy Teams engaged in strategic planning for this school year and celebrated successes.
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MUSD Student & Family Support Services presents “Parenting the Love and Logic Way” this Fall
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Join us for our 8 classes to prepare nutritious meals on a limited budget at the MUSD Family Resource Center! Let’s cook, eat smarter, and move more together!
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The MUSD Kindness Wall helps to celebrate and uplift our amazing staff and teachers at MUSD! Make someone’s day and leave a kind message!
Upcoming Events
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MUSD Family Resource Center 7651 N. Old Father Dr. Tucson, AZ 85741
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G1- Meet at amphitheater
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All Elementary Schools (Excludes K-8)
Marana Municipal Complex Council Chambers 11555 W. Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653
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All Elementary Schools (Excludes K-8)
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MUSD School throughout Marana, AZ
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7651 N Old Father Road. Tucson, Az. 85741
Highlights
Ironwood is a preK-6 school offering the highest quality, inspiring and enriching education in a safe, nurturing, and award-winning learning environment.
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Students at every grade level experience real-world learning through field trips at Ironwood Elementary. Field trips have been shown to contribute to socio-emotional growth and create a positive academic impact.
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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.
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Collaborative partnerships allow our school to leverage family, school, and community resources to remove barriers to learning and provide essentials to families in need.
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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.
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Ironwood Elementary is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 1 certification in Marzano High-Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means our school has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for every level that follows.