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October 31, 2025
Spiders and Cider
Spiders and Cider was a massive success! What a memorable night for our students and families! We had so much fun with treats, the maze, playing games, and dancing together. A huge THANK YOU to our. . .
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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
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.
We are proud to be named a National Blue Ribbon School!
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—
don’t miss our upcoming events full of fun, learning, and celebration!
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October 31, 2025
All Catalina Foothills Schools Earn “A” Letter Grades from the Arizona Department of Education – Again!
TUCSON, Ariz. Catalina Foothills School District (CFSD) announced today that every K12 school in the district has earned an A letter grade from the Arizona Department of Education (ADE) for the 202. . .
October 29, 2025
❤️ Join Us for a Great Meal & Support SD Tonight!
Hi everyone, This is a friendly reminder that today's the day to treat yourself to a delicious meal while supporting our wonderful community! We're having our dine-out fundraiser at Zinburger (Rive. . .
October 29, 2025
CFSD Bands: Building Community Through Music
Photos by Cory Walavich On Friday night, middle school musicians from Esperero Canyon and Orange Grove joined the Catalina Foothills High School Falcon Marching Band for an evening of music, mentor. . .
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.