Sunnyside Schools

All Sunnyside District schools have full-time art teachers, counselors, music teachers, librarians, parent involvement assistants, physical education teachers, registered nurses and safety monitors. Of the district’s 1,000+ classroom teachers, 95 percent meet the Arizona Department of Education’s criteria as “highly qualified.” Additionally, all Sunnyside schools have achieved North Central Association accreditation. Each of our schools has a distinct personality. Check us out!

High School Freshman Academy

Freshman Academy | A School Within a School. We provide a team of five teachers dedicated to giving your freshman student personalized support and an exceptional learning experience as they begin their four-year journey towards graduation and college or career. Sunnyside Unified School District has developed strong Freshman Academies in both Desert View High School and Sunnyside High School to ensure the success of each student entering that specific high school. Our students don't just have one teacher they have a whole team of teachers providing individualized support throughout their freshman experience.

• Desert View Freshman Academy – 545-5107
• Sunnyside Freshman Academy – 545-5307

Preschool/Early Childhood Education

Ocotillo Early Learning Center | 545-3670 – A high quality, developmentally appropriape childhood center serving children ages birth to five of all abilities in an inclusive, nurturing, stimulating environment. Programs include Title I preschool, early childhood special education, and our fee-based program (fees are adjustable based on DES eligibility). Magnet Schools Free transportation for students up to 10 miles outside of district boundaries.

• Liberty Gifted and Talented Elementary School
• Gallego Basic Elementary School
• Los Amigos Elementary Technology Academy

Online Success Academy

Online Success Academy | 545-2300 – The Academy ​was designed to address the needs of students who learn best in non-traditional ways, need more time with course content, or choose not to attend regular school. We believe all students deserve a first-rate education, and feel that online programs provide students with a full range of learning experiences.

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