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Higley Unified School District is proud to offer quality early learning programs in our state-of-the-art Early Childhood Development Centers and on the campuses of select elementary schools. Unlike many preschool programs in the Gilbert and Queen Creek area, ours are all led by certified teachers. The Higley Unified experience starts as early as age three with our Brilliant Beginnings program. Our comprehensive, play-based learning environment makes preschool fun and engaging, providing opportunities to discover, spark curiosity, and love learning. With resources and supports for students with individualized or unique needs, our qualified educators are here to prepare every learner for limitless opportunities.
HUSD Preschool Programs
Available for children with special needs who qualify for services. Contact the school of your choice for qualifying details.
Locations: Cooley Early Childhood Development Center, Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center
Available for children ages 3-4 who are potty-trained. Students develop a love of learning through play-based activities.
Locations: Cooley Early Childhood Development Center, Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center
Available for children ages 4-5 who are ready to prepare for kindergarten. Students learn foundational skills to help their kindergarten transition.
Locations: Cooley Early Childhood Development Center, Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center, Higley Traditional Academy, Gateway Pointe Elementary
Available for children ages 4-5. Students spend part of the week learning in Spanish and part of the week learning in English to develop two sets of language skills at once.
Locations: San Tan Elementary
Our Mission
We empower students to be responsible citizens with the knowledge, skills, and work ethic required for success in their future endeavors.
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Show your HUSD pride all year long! The HUSD Online Apparel Store is officially open and available 24/7, so you can shop anytime throughout the year. Orders are shipped directly to your home within 10–12 days of purchase.
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Fall Break will take place from October 5-19. All school offices will be closed October 5-18 and will reopen on October 19.
School will resume on October 20.
During break, the District Office will be open on holiday hours, Monday-Thursday from 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM.
We hope you have a fun, relaxing, and safe break, and we look forward to welcoming students back on October 20!
Higley Unified School District now uses ParentSquare as its unified communication platform for school, district, and classroom updates. Families can receive messages by email, text, phone, or through the free ParentSquare app, making it easier than ever to stay informed and connected.
Download the free ParentSquare app today to view all communications in one place, communicate with teachers and staff, complete forms, sign permission slips, manage your notification preferences, and more.
For setup instructions, resources, and additional information, please visit the district's ParentSquare webpage.
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Or, give a Staff Shout Out! Submit our online form and tell us about your excellent customer service experience, and they will be presented with a Shout Out Certificate and recognized in front of their peers.
Your feedback contributes to a positive environment for all staff and students, as we prepare learners for limitless opportunities.
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"We sold our home and intentionally moved into the Higley Unified School District."
Higley Unified School District is highlighting families who choose Higley Schools, and sharing their stories in their own words. The Fitzwalter family chose Sossoman Early Childhood Development Center for their preschooler and it made all the difference.
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Twenty-five years after the events of September 11, 2001, Higley Unified School District students and staff came together to remember the lives lost, honor those who responded and give back to their communities.
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Local businesses, community partners, students and staff came together at Cooley Middle School for Higley Unified School District's (HUSD) Business and Community Partner Breakfast.
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For Brittany Yanov, helping students build confidence, develop workplace skills, and work toward greater independence is an important part of what she does every day.
Higley Unified School District
16
Schools located in Gilbert & Queen Creek
13500
Students in grades PreK-12
1600
Employees across our district
96%
Highest graduation rate of any large district in Arizona