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The Apache Junction Unified School District serves over 3,000 students in a 217-square mile area that includes the City of Apache Junction, Gold Canyon, Peralta Trail, Queen Valley and the unincorporated areas of the Superstition Mountain foothills. Welcome to the Official page of the Apache Junction Unified School District

We’re proud to serve the families of AJUSD at the gateway to the Superstition Mountains. Since 1952, our district has provided a strong foundation for students—rooted in tradition, powered by innovation, and driven by our shared mission: “Small District, Big Heart, Endless Possibilities.”

Today, AJUSD is home to an exciting portfolio of Premier Programs that reflect our commitment to preparing students for what’s next:

- GenTech STEM – Innovation through coding, robotics, and real-world problem-solving

- Dual Language Immersion – Building bilingual fluency from kindergarten on

- The Classical Academy at Superstition Mountain – A timeless K-5 education model with a tech-forward edge

- Desert Vista Elementary Leadership Progream – Cultivating tomorrow’s leaders with purpose and pride

- Early College / Dual Enrollment – Earning college credit in high school

- Career & Technical Education (CTE) – Industry certifications, job readiness, and hands-on learning

- Fine Arts, Athletics, and Enrichment – Creativity, teamwork, and self-expression across every grade

This page is a celebration of our district—a place for sharing great news, district-wide announcements, student stories, upcoming events, and community pride. We welcome comments and engagement, but please remember:

- Keep it kind. We will not tolerate personal attacks, hate speech, or harassment.

- Stick to facts. False or misleading information may be removed.

- Stay on topic. Off-topic comments or promotions may be hidden or deleted.

- Protect our students. Any content that compromises the safety, dignity, or privacy of AJUSD students or staff will be removed. We reserve the right to remove comments or block users who violate these standards. This page is not the place for ongoing debates, personal grievances, or political campaigning. It’s a space to uplift, inform, and connect—so we can all focus on what matters most: our kids, our schools, and our shared future. Thank you for being part of our community. Learn more about our district and programs at www.ajusd.org.

On Friday, Desert Vista Elementary hosted their annual Spooktacular! 🎃Students and families got into the Halloween spiri...
10/26/2026

On Friday, Desert Vista Elementary hosted their annual Spooktacular! 🎃
Students and families got into the Halloween spirit by dressing up in fun costumes, roaming the spooky campus halls, and playing fun games created by teachers (they also gathered a bunch of sweet treats, of course)!

Here are your Event Reminders for this week, 10/26!Monday,- Volleyball has home games vs Florence,Fr/So: 4pm,JV: 5pm,Var...
10/26/2026

Here are your Event Reminders for this week, 10/26!

Monday,
- Volleyball has home games vs Florence,
Fr/So: 4pm,
JV: 5pm,
Varsity: 6pm

Tuesday,
- CCJH Boys Soccer & Softball have their first match away vs JO Combs, 4:15pm
- The AJUSD Governing Board has a regular meeting, 6pm.

Wednesday,
- Volleyball has away games vs Ben Franklin,
Fr/So: 4pm,
JV: 5pm,
Varsity: 6pm
- CCJH Boys Soccer & Softball have away games vs Walker Butte, 4pm

Thursday,
- Swim & Dive has an away meet vs McClintock, 4pm
- Volleyball has home games vs ALA Ironwood,
Fr/So: 4pm,
JV: 5pm,
Varsity: 6pm

Friday,
- FPES is hosting a Literature Parade & Door Competition, 10am
- Varsity Football has an away game vs Gilbert Christian, 7pm.

Have a great week!

Events can also be viewed on the AJUSD event calendar located at: www.ajusd.org/events

The Apache Junction High School front office is looking extra festive! Spanish class created ofrendas for Día de los Mu*...
10/24/2026

The Apache Junction High School front office is looking extra festive! Spanish class created ofrendas for Día de los Mu***os for family members & celebrities, and they look incredible! Make sure you check them out if you get the chance!

Yesterday, Apache Junction High School Swim & Dive wrapped up their final home meet of the season against Poston Butte! ...
10/24/2026

Yesterday, Apache Junction High School Swim & Dive wrapped up their final home meet of the season against Poston Butte! 🎉

The boys took 1st place, and the team finished 2nd overall! We are so proud of all our swimmers and the hard work they continue to put in.

Congratulations to our top finishers:

Michael Heisler - 1st in the 500 Free
Chandler Danison-Rocha - 2nd in the 100 Free
Colin Hooper - 2nd in the 200 I.M. and 50 Free
Amia Metcalf - 1st in the 100 Breaststroke and 2nd in the 100 Free

A big congratulations to Amia Metcalf, Andrea Gastelum, Felipe Castillo Rascon, Chandler Danison, Ryder Dietz, Michael Heisler, and Cameron Terrazas for also setting personal records!

This week at Apache Junction High School, Mr. McDavid’s chemistry class used emission spectra lab equipment to observe d...
10/23/2026

This week at Apache Junction High School, Mr. McDavid’s chemistry class used emission spectra lab equipment to observe different elements and explore how scientists identify substances. This technology is also commonly used in criminal forensics to help analyze evidence!

Yesterday, Mrs. Delong's 5th graders at Peralta Trail Elementary dumped tea into the Boston Harbor! 🎉As part of their hi...
10/22/2026

Yesterday, Mrs. Delong's 5th graders at Peralta Trail Elementary dumped tea into the Boston Harbor! 🎉
As part of their history unit on the Boston Tea Party, students enjoyed tea and stepped into the roles of historical figures, including Boston government officials and merchants, to debate different perspectives. They wrapped up the activity with a questionnaire reflecting on what they would have done during that time: protest, seek a more diplomatic approach, or obey the British law?
Such a fun and hands-on way to learn about history!

A performance so terrifying, so disturbing, we aren’t even allowed to say the name… is opening TONIGHT! 🎉The Apache Junc...
10/22/2026

A performance so terrifying, so disturbing, we aren’t even allowed to say the name… is opening TONIGHT! 🎉

The Apache Junction High School Drama Department is set to take the stage with its newest production, with performances tonight and Friday at 7 PM. Are you brave enough to see it?

Get your tickets online at ajhsdrama.ludus.com.

Today at Peralta Trail Elementary, Ms. Meacham's 3rd graders wrote creepy Halloween stories using descriptive words! 🎃Fi...
10/22/2026

Today at Peralta Trail Elementary, Ms. Meacham's 3rd graders wrote creepy Halloween stories using descriptive words! 🎃
First they colored up their very own haunted houses, then got creative developing a character and choosing three descriptive words using sight, sound, and smell. Then they put it all together to form a spooky story!

10/21/2026

What is something everyone should be doing everyday?

We all have our own morning routines and little habits that help us start the day right. But what really matters most? Sometimes, the simplest lessons come from the smallest voices. We asked our small but mighty learners at The Early Learning Center - AJUSD to share their thoughts! 💚

Today, Four Peaks Elementary got visited by Fragile Planet Wildlife Park! 🐢Students got up close with some adorable crit...
10/20/2026

Today, Four Peaks Elementary got visited by Fragile Planet Wildlife Park! 🐢
Students got up close with some adorable critters while learning a variety of fun facts from the guest speaker. Huge thank you to Fragile Planet for bringing the wonders of wildlife to our students!

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Apache Junction, AZ
85120

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