Traditional Learning at Cheyenne
The SUSD Spotlight podcast is back! In this episode, we sit down with Shawnee Baca, the new principal of Cheyenne Traditional School. She shares her journey before joining SUSD and highlights what set...
12 Sep 202513min
Copper Ridge Launches an All-Honors Middle School and Champions the CRS Way
In this episode, Copper Ridge Principal Brittany Walker and Assistant Superintendent Lea Mitchell reveal how the Scottsdale Unified PreK-8 campus is rolling out an all honors curriculum for sixth and ...
6 Juni 202519min
Coronado Community Closet Offers a Dignified Experience for Families in Need
This episode of SUSD Spotlight steps inside the newly revamped Coronado Community Closet, where Counselor Arielle Schindler and School Resource Officer Michelle Mitchell describe how a room full of un...
2 Juni 202517min
Kiva to College: A Legacy of Learning and Giving Back
In this episode of SUSD Spotlight, we learn about Kiva Elementary’s unique community and meaningful opportunities for students by chatting with Principal Matt Gromek and Kiva alum Trey Chappell of Col...
22 Maj 202514min
Growing Minds at Tavan: Innovation Grants in Action
In this episode of SUSD Spotlight, we talk all things Tavan Elementary with Principal Julie Ballard and third-grade teacher Tanner Bollman to explore how Innovation Grants are bringing hands-on, stude...
16 Maj 202513min
What Makes Hohokam Elementary A+
Join us on location at Hohokam Elementary School for a special celebration of their prestigious 2025 Arizona Educational Foundation A+ School of Excellence designation. Principal Chuck Rantala reflect...
9 Maj 202515min
Unlocking Literacy: Inside SUSD’s New CKLA Approach
In this episode of SUSD Spotlight, we explore Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA), Scottsdale Unified School District’s new elementary literacy curriculum. Join Diane Murphy, Elementary Language Arts ...
2 Maj 202517min
Cocopah Middle School: A Place of Wellness for Everyone
In this 50th episode of SUSD Spotlight, we sit down with Cocopah Middle School’s Principal Joe Olney and Assistant Principal Kristina Ambri to explore what makes Cocopah a standout in the Chaparral Le...
25 Apr 202520min
