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Sunrise Drive Elementary School

Catalina Foothills School District

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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.

National Blue Ribbon School Emblem

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.

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July 1, 2025

Our New Website Is Live!

Were excited to announce the launch of the newly redesigned Catalina Foothills School District websitelive today, July 1, 2025! Our goal was to create a site thats easy to navigate, visually engag. . .

June 30, 2025

Summer Theatre Experience

SPACE ISAVAILABLE FOR... 2ND-8TH grade JULY 7-11, 2025 WEEK 6 PRODUCTION: JACK AND THE GIANT BEANSTALK IF YOU WANT TO BE PART OF SOMETHING EPIC... ENROLL BY: WEDNESDAY JULY 2ND: cs.cfsd16.o. . .

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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.