Chandler Unified School District celebrates student achievements at board meeting

The Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) Governing Board held a study session and regular business meeting on April 23, 2025, focusing on student achievements, community engagement, and upcoming events. The meeting commenced with a celebration of CUSD's recognition, highlighting that three schools have collectively received accolades over 303 times, marking a significant milestone in the district's history.

The session featured student body reports from representatives of Castile High School and Chandler High School. Castile's student leader, Kate Foster, shared numerous accomplishments, including Coach Michaela Bubak being named the 2025 Arizona High School Strength Coach of the Year. The school's athletic teams have also excelled, with baseball and men's volleyball both ranked third in their divisions, and several students signing to continue their athletic careers. Foster emphasized the importance of community and teamwork, reflecting on the school's recent events, including a successful prom and various competitions.

Chandler High's student body president, Zaria Gunn, also presented, detailing the school's vibrant activities, including a spring sports assembly and community service projects. She highlighted the success of the winter guard team, which won the WGAZ state championship, and the school's recent prom held at the Odyssey Aquarium. Gunn expressed pride in her school’s legacy and her plans to pursue a degree in dental hygiene at Northern Arizona University.

Following the student presentations, Superintendent Dr. Narducci provided updates on community initiatives, including Basha High School's "Basha Gives Back" event, which encourages students to engage in service learning projects. He noted the impressive fundraising and volunteer hours achieved by students, with the previous class raising over $39,000.

The meeting concluded with reminders for families of graduating students to participate in CUSD's spotlight initiative and an invitation for families with young children to enroll in kindergarten for the upcoming school year. The district continues to promote its diverse educational offerings, including traditional and dual language programs, emphasizing its commitment to student success and community involvement.