Sunrise Drive Elementary School

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Sunrise Drive

5301 E. Sunrise Drive | Tucson, AZ 85718
Phone: 520-209-7900
Early Release Hours 8:00am - 1:30pm
K-AM: 8:00am - 11:00am
K-PM: 12:00pm - 3:00pm
School Hours: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Office Hours: 7:30am - 3:30pm

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Sunrise Drive Elementary is a vibrant, student-centered learning community and the home of Catalina Foothills School District’s Mandarin immersion program. Here, students bring learning to life through real-world experiences—whether building catapults, analyzing scientific data, or reporting the weather in English, Spanish, and Mandarin.

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We are proud to be named a National Blue Ribbon School!

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Inclusivity

We prioritize inclusivity by actively promoting a welcoming and supportive environment where every student feels valued and empowered.

Exciting things are blooming at Sunrise Drive—

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Latest News

Stay up to date on the latest news, events, and opportunities that make our community vibrant and engaging.

September 20, 2025

Ghostlight: Goosebumps & Giggles Await

The CFHS Fall Play is almost here, and the CFHS theatre is full of spine-tingling secrets! Meet Garbiela Nettles , a not-so-impressed new kid who lands at the very fancy Doves Forge Academy . . .

September 18, 2025

Digging Up New Ideas: FIRST LEGO League's UNEARTHED Season Begins

Catalina Foothills School Districts after-school Community Schools program has opened the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) season, UNEARTHED, at Sunrise Drive and Ventana Vista. Less like a science fair and mo. . .

September 17, 2025

Trebuchets: Build. Test. Redesign. Launch.

In Viktoriya Yurkivs Physics: Applications of Biotechnology class, students brought physics and engineering to life by building working trebuchet prototypes . Goggles on and notebooks open, teams desi. . .

September 12, 2025

Get to Know the CFSD Foundation + Join Us at Tapas for Teachers

The CFSD Foundation presents Tapas for Teachers Thursday, November 13, 2025 5:308:30 PM Contigo Latin Kitchen 3770 E Sunrise Dr. Tickets include tapas, a complimentary drink, live music. . .

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Spotlight Videos

In this video, we take you inside the Sunrise Drive Kindergarten, where young learners begin their journey in a dynamic and engaging educational environment. Discover how the kindergarten program fosters creativity, curiosity, and a love of learning through hands-on activities, personalized instruction, and a strong sense of community.

Chinese Immersion Parent Testimonial

Watch as Sunrise Drive Elementary students react with excitement and pride to the incredible news that their school has been named a National Blue Ribbon School! This prestigious recognition honors schools across the country for exceptional academic achievement—and it reflects much more than just test scores. It's a celebration of the spirit of learning that shines in every classroom.