
July 10, 2025
Sunrise Update
Dear Sunrise Drive Families, Although we have a few weeks of summer break ahead of us, we are so excited to begin a new year with your children! Our first day of school is Monday, August 4th! Wed lik. . .
Welcome to
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!
Stay up to date on the latest news, events, and opportunities that make our community vibrant and engaging.
July 10, 2025
Dear Sunrise Drive Families, Although we have a few weeks of summer break ahead of us, we are so excited to begin a new year with your children! Our first day of school is Monday, August 4th! Wed lik. . .
July 8, 2025
Mrs. Smerz sitting at the Resolute Desk We are proud to announce that Jocelyn Jimenez Smerz , the new STEM Integration Specialist at Manzanita Elementary School , has been selected to participate i. . .
July 1, 2025
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. . .
July 1, 2025
Catch up on the highlights from the June 24, 2025, CFSD Governing Board meeting, including: Approval of revisions to graduation requirements Adoption of the 2026 Budget Consideration of revisions t. . .
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.