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Promise of a Graduate

In Amphitheater, we believe in the promise of every student, and we promise to deliver the educational experiences children need to grow and flourish, from the first day of their kindergarten year to the day they walk across the stage and earn their high school diplomas. One of our core missions is to deliver on the Promise of a Graduate, instilling eight key skills and characteristics in our students as they grow from year to year. Those qualities are Scholarship, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Collaboration, Communication, Caring and Citizenship.

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Preschool and Kindergarten Experiences

Amphitheater offers free all-day kindergarten and has preschool programs at all elementary schools and our three high schools, where high school students get real-world teaching experience and the little learners form bonds with the big kids.

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Innovation and Invention

Students in the Amphitheater District are encouraged to be creative and innovative in all of their studies. One example: High school students in engineering classes are challenged each year to build a boat out of cardboard and race it across a pool without sinking.

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College and Career Readiness

Amphitheater prepares students for the future, with high-quality curriculum in the fundamentals and opportunities to gain valuable skills for after they graduate with Career and Technical Education (CTE), dual enrollment and internship opportunities. Our district prepares students not just to graduate, but to thrive in life after school—wherever their path leads.

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STEAM Education

Students in Amphitheater schools receive science, technology, engineering, arts and math education through hands-on experiences and rich curriculum aligned with state standards.

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2025-2026 Enrollment

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The Great Outdoors

Our schools offer children in elementary, middle and high school activities where students can play, compete and challenge themselves. Our elementary schools have large playgrounds and an annual track meet, and our middle and high schools offer athletic programs that teach students sports skills and lessons about life.

Welcome to Amphitheater Public Schools

At Amphitheater Public Schools, we believe every student deserves an exceptional education—starting in preschool and continuing through high school graduation. Our commitment to academic excellence is grounded in the belief that each child has unique potential, and we work every day to help them discover and develop it. From hands-on learning that sparks curiosity to personalized instruction that meets students where they are, our classrooms are places of challenge, support and inspiration. Our Promise of a Graduate initiative ensures that every student is prepared not just for graduation, but for life, whether their path leads to college, career, or service. Led by highly qualified, certified teachers, our schools offer rigorous academics, strong support systems, and a culture that nurtures every child. With a focus on college and career readiness at every level, we equip our students with the skills and confidence they need to thrive in an ever-changing world.

You have dreams for your child. At Amphitheater, so do we.

 

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  • 100%
    Teachers qualified to educate your children.
  • 2 million
    Meals served to children annually
  • $25 million
    Scholarship funds typically earned by graduating classes each year at our three high schools
  • Over 130
    Years the Amphitheater School District has been educating students in Tucson and Oro Valley

What Makes Us Great

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Comprehensive Curriculum

 Amphitheater’s curriculum emphasizes fundamentals along with the development of critical and creative thinking, effective communication and problem-solving skills.  Join us in empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators.

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Exceptional Faculty

Our dedicated and highly qualified teachers are committed to providing personalized instruction and fostering a love of learning. Teachers in the Amphitheater District are certified experts in helping all children grow and learn.

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Safety and Security

The Amphitheater District and each of our schools prioritize the safety of our students, staff and campuses. We enjoy partnerships with law enforcement agencies that ensure our students feel safe, secure and ready to learn every day.

 

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Gifted Education (REACH)

Each of our elementary, middle and high schools supports the intellectual, academic and creative development of our gifted students and our advanced learners, ensuring they receive an appropriate and engaging gifted education, all day and every day.

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Recognized for Excellence

Schools in the Amphitheater District are recognized as among the best in the state, in the country and internationally. We have received awards for STEM education, outstanding student achievement and overall excellence year after year.  

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Extracurricular Programs

We are proud to offer champion athletic programs, along with clubs and activities that sharpen the mind and feed the soul. From arts to engineering, from music to coding, our students have extensive opportunities to explore their interests.

 

News for You

October 3, 2025

FAQ on School Consolidations

Please browse our FAQ for information about school consolidation in the Amphithetaer district. We will continue to update it as information becomes available. If you have a question that is not answ. . .

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We have programs to meet every child’s needs. Enrollment is now open, and we can’t wait to meet your family!

 

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