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Mesa Public Schools Every student counts at Mesa Public Schools! We lead the way in providing quality educational choices for students from preschool through high school.

Mesa Public Schools is the largest public school district in Arizona. Our students enjoy opportunities such as International Baccalaureate, Montessori, dual-language immersion, honors and AP courses, Franklin traditional schools and much more. Mesa Public Schools uses social media platforms to connect with current and prospective families, students, staff and other communities.

10/25/2026

Congratulations to Westwood for earning 4th place at the ABODA Marching Invitational!

10/24/2026

On November 3, 2026, Mesa voters will consider Proposition 420, which would authorize the Governing Board to sell, lease or exchange certain district-owned property.

If approved, the district would be allowed to sell, lease or exchange five parcels or portions of those parcels. Any proceeds could be used only for permitted capital purposes, such as purchasing school sites, constructing or improving school buildings, furnishing and equipping schools, purchasing technology, buying student transportation vehicles, or other allowable capital expenses.

Listed Parcels:
Parcel A: Site referred to as McKellips Learning Center located at 325 E. McKellips Road, Mesa, Arizona 85201 (approximately 2.96 acres)
Parcel B: Site referred to as Riverview located 1731 N. Country Club Drive, Mesa, Arizona 85201 (approximately 6.60 acres)
Parcel C: Site referred to as Student Service Center located 1025 N. Country Club Drive, Mesa, Arizona 85201 (approximately 3.90 acres)
Parcel D: Site referred to as Administrative Service Center located 63 E. Main Street, Mesa, Arizona 85201 (approximately 0.41 acres)
Parcel E: Site referred to as Sunridge Learning Center located 737 W. Guadalupe Road, Mesa, Arizona 85210 (approximately 3.22 acres)

Approval of this measure would give the Governing Board the authority to consider future sale, lease or exchange of the identified properties. It does not require the district to sell, lease or exchange any property.

🗳️ Important Election Dates🗓️
Oct. 23 - Deadline to request a mail ballot
Oct. 27 - Last day to mail back your ballot
Nov. 3 - Election Day

For more information about Proposition 420 and proposed projects throughout the district, visit mpsaz.org/Prop419.

10/24/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to our school expo Wednesday night! We hope you learned about what makes each of the campuses in our region unique, enjoyed our exciting student performances and
met our incredible staff!

Proposition 419 would address a portion of Mesa Public Schools’ $1.4 billion in identified capital needs, based on facil...
10/23/2026

Proposition 419 would address a portion of Mesa Public Schools’ $1.4 billion in identified capital needs, based on facility assessments and input from the Governing Board, parent groups and a community budget committee.

Approximate bond allocation:
70% – District facility improvements, including air conditioning, roofing, plumbing, electrical and structural needs
15% – Site-based projects identified by schools
10% – Safety, security and technology infrastructure
5% – Career and Technical Education (CTE) improvements

Voters within Mesa Public Schools boundaries will vote on the bond during the General Election on Nov. 3, 2026. The estimated cost to taxpayers for this bond is $0.81 per $100 of net assessed value.

Learn more, including an itemized list of planned projects by school and a tax calculator of how this would impact your family, at mpsaz.org/Prop419.

🎉❤️ A birthday celebration filled with Firebird pride!On Oct. 16, the Franklin Accelerated Academy – Wilson Campus commu...
10/21/2026

🎉❤️ A birthday celebration filled with Firebird pride!

On Oct. 16, the Franklin Accelerated Academy – Wilson Campus community came together to celebrate the birthday of Marilyn Thiele Wilson, the school's namesake!

Mrs. Wilson celebrated with students by sharing treats, receiving a gift basket filled with her favorite things and reading heartfelt, handwritten messages from students. Staff welcomed her with flowers and warm wishes, while the parent organization helped make the celebration special with festive decorations.

The celebration also included a special surprise from Fuego, the Firebird mascot, who presented Mrs. Wilson with a plaque and a symbolic key to the school! 🎁🔑 Music teacher Mr. Rittenhouse led the cafeteria in a joyful rendition of “Happy Birthday” and the Firebird fight song to wrap up the festivities.

We’re grateful for the opportunity to celebrate Mrs. Wilson and honor the legacy behind the school’s name. Happy birthday, Mrs. Wilson! 🎂🔥

10/20/2026

The Knights shine brightest in Arizona!

According to new rankings by U.S. News and World Report, Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies - MPS is the #1 elementary school in Arizona, jumping nine spots from the previous ranking! The Academy also maintains its spot as the #2 Middle School in the state.

Congratulations, students and staff, on this remarkable achievement!

Westwood took 1st place at this year’s ASU MIX Center Hackathon!Every year, this competition brings together student tea...
10/20/2026

Westwood took 1st place at this year’s ASU MIX Center Hackathon!

Every year, this competition brings together student teams to solve a major tech challenge. This year’s mission was to design and build a fully playable video game using the MIX Center’s game engine. With every high school in the district sending multiple teams, the field was very competitive, making it especially rewarding to see Westwood claim the top spot!

So proud of these students for their creativity, skill, and hard work! 🎮👏

10/19/2026

🌳❤️💙 TREES ARE COOL, AND SO IS OUR COMMUNITY! 🌳

A HUGE Roadrunner thank-you to the City of Mesa and Mesa Public Schools for their incredible collaboration in bringing the Trees Are Cool event to Lowell Elementary!

Our students had an absolute blast learning about tree conservation, the importance of caring for our environment, and getting their hands dirty planting trees that will provide shade and beauty for generations of future Roadrunners! 🌱

A special shoutout to our amazing 4th and 5th graders for rolling up their sleeves and making a difference!

Way to be AWESOME community contributors, Roadrunners! 🌎👏

Thank you to everyone who helped make this unforgettable learning experience possible. Together, we're not just planting trees, we're planting roots for a brighter future!

Rooted in Pride, Rising in Excellence! ❤️💙🌳

10/17/2026

MPS CTE students were invited to “Play Attention” at ReMix The Future 2026. These high schoolers developed an extended (virtual) reality game along with a two-minute video pitching the game, with gameplay footage. The Dreamscape Learn team mentored and supported the students throughout the process. Each member of the winning team will be awarded a $100 gift card at the conclusion of Sunday’s showcase. We invite you to come to the MIX Center on Oct. 18 from 2:30-4 p.m. to see our students work in action!

10/16/2026

On November 3, 2026, Mesa voters will consider Proposition 419, a bond election that would fund improvements at schools across Mesa Public Schools.

If approved, a portion of the funds would be designated for Mendoza Elementary School for proposed campus improvements, including:
$2.6 million - HVAC
$1 million - Secure Front Lobby
$673,000 - New Furniture
$250,000 - Fire Protection
$244,000 - Weatherization

Based on current projections, the bond tax rate is expected to remain the same and or decrease from the current rate of $0.9530 per $100 of assessed value and remain below today's rate throughout the planned bond program. The estimated cost to taxpayers for this bond is $0.81 per $100 of net assessed value. For more information about Proposition 419 and proposed projects throughout the district, visit mpsaz.org/Prop419.

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549 N. Stapley Drive
Mesa, AZ
85203

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