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Moving to Tucson in Aug 09


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kaelazach June 15, 2009


I have a 10yo that will be going into 5th grade. I am looking at Marana and Amphitheatre Districts. Which one is better and is there a specific... More » 

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Debbs01 July 11, 2009


Neither is very good. Both are overcrowded, underfunded, poor teachers, poor discipline, bullying, theft, drugs, gangs,... More »

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lovelife July 12, 2009


I am laughing at Debbs01. Because we are in Tucson a city that has high crime in general. Marana is far better than... More »

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We are moving to Tucson in December, and my son will start 1st grade at second semester.


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janelykins1 June 1, 2009


How should we go about enrolling him? I still need to find a school I like, but should we start letting the school know he'll be coming already... More » 

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mmztcass June 11, 2009


It depends on your preferences for schools. I have my kids going to charter schools. Most schools are open during the... More »

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Debbs01 July 11, 2009


Have you considered private? The best schools in Tucson are the International School (PK - 5) and St Gregorys (6 - 12).... More »

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looking for a new elem / I don't to make a wrong decsion. What ?'s are the most important??


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Anonymous June 29, 2009


looking for a new elem / I don't to make a wrong decsion. What ?'s are the most important??

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JoeBruzzese June 30, 2009


Helpful tips from the two previous responders. Here are a few additional ideas to consider. 1. What do you value... More »

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Debbs01 July 11, 2009


The International School has the best elementary program in town, but it is a private school and you have to pay for the... More »

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Good public/charter schools in Tucson


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zenara January 20, 2009


We are moving to Tucson in the Spring. I am looking for a great public/charter school for my second grader. Also, I am looking for a "Waldorf-style"... More » 

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ivoninha June 17, 2009


I do live in Marana-Az and my son is going to start 2nd grade, he is in the gifted program, which doesn't seem to make... More »

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Debbs01 June 17, 2009


Try the International School - they follow international standards which are 2 - 4 years ahead of AZ and they do it in... More »

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i am looking for info on vail, az schools with excellent special ed programs/teachers?


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mkajsmith November 12, 2008


i am looking for info on vail, az schools with excellent special ed programs/teachers?

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healthy11 November 12, 2008


Hi. It's difficult to even begin to answer your question without knowing more about your children's situation. How old/what... More »

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Sarah_c May 28, 2009


Patagonia Union High School has an excellent special education program some of the highest testing scores in the state,... More »

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I am researching about 6th grade only middle school at Townsend and would like to know how parents feel


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nslopez April 7, 2009


I am a student at the UA and I am writing a journalism story for my class about Doolen and Townsend's ideas for a 6th grade only middle school.

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Child_Of_Ra May 25, 2009


I don't think much has changed from what I hear, but when I was a kid both of those schools were rife with problems from... More »

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Share your experiences about a great middle school in Tucson. What makes it great?


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jonsmom August 14, 2008


Share your experiences about a great middle school in Tucson. What makes it great?

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Concerned1 May 3, 2009


Middle schools in the Vail school district are fantastic. A new Middle school will be opening in the fall of 2009 with... More »

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Does anyone live with a first grader?


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dawn5397 April 23, 2009


Does anyone live with a first grader?

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tjlove April 23, 2009


Not yet, but I will someday. If you're trying to connect with other first grade parents, try joining Elementary School... More »

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RightChoice April 28, 2009


Yes, My son is a first grader.

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School choices: Middle and High school?


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colburnwr April 18, 2009


I am moving from Pennsylvania to Tucson and was wondering if the Pima district is a good school district? I am looking to make sure my kids get... More » 

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healthy11 April 19, 2009


Have you tried using the "Find a School" feature on the green menu bar near the top of this page? You can enter a location... More »

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i need a high school in tucson az


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Anonymous March 2, 2009


i need a high school in tucson az

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Child_Of_Ra March 17, 2009


If your child has been getting excellent grades, you might check out University High School. A child must test in, but... More »

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Debbs01 March 22, 2009


Sorry to disagree Child of Ra but UHS is not the best and it is slipping annually. It is not even the best public school.... More »

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