Higley Unified School District
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About HUSD
Higley Unified School District is a community of schools in Gilbert and Queen Creek, AZ that share a common commitment to education and achievement for our youth and a sense of well-being for all. We are an "A" Rated district providing continuity from preschool to high school and offer a well-rounded education with academics, music, arts, languages, athletics, physical education, technology, and character education.
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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Higley Unified School District (2935 S Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295, United States)
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Higley Unified School District (2935 S Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295)
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All HUSD Elementary Schools
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Cooley Middle School; Sossaman Middle School
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Elona P. Cooley Early Childhood Development Center; Sue Sossaman Early Childhood Development Center
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Cooley Middle School; Sossaman Middle School
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All HUSD Elementary Schools
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Higley Unified School District (2935 S Recker Rd, Gilbert, AZ 85295)
Announcements
HUSD Summer Photo Submission
We want to see your summer adventures! ☀️📸 Submit your favorite summer photos for a chance to win a gift card. Whether it’s a fun trip, a new skill you learned, or a memorable moment with family and friends, share your snapshots with us!
By submitting a photo, you grant us permission to publish it on our social media pages. Please include a brief description to share its story, along with the student's name, incoming grade level, and school. This will help us ensure the gift card reaches the winner once school starts. One winner will be selected to receive the gift card.
AZ Summer Food Service Program
This summer, kids 18 and under can enjoy free meals through the USDA Summer Food Service Program—no registration or income requirements. Meals are available at sites across Arizona and may include breakfast, lunch, snacks, or supper. Find a site near you at azhealthzone.org/freesummermeals or text "Food" or "Comida" to 304-304.
HUSD Summer Office Hours
Summer schedules vary by campus. Please note the following hours and closures:
- District Office: Open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (beginning June 2nd)
- Early Childhood Centers: Open Tuesday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM (beginning June 2nd)
- Elementary Schools (K–6): Closed for summer break from May 26th – July 7th
- Middle Schools (7–8): Open Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (beginning June 2nd)
- High Schools (9–12): Open Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM (beginning June 2nd)
All campuses and offices will be closed on Wednesday, June 19th and Friday, July 4th for holidays.
Enrollment Information
Families can register online anytime at husd.org/enroll.
For assistance with high school, middle school, or early childhood enrollment, please contact the specific campus directly.
For help with the online registration process, the Enrollment Office is available Monday through Thursday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM at (480) 279-7020 or via email at ParentVUE.Support@husd.org.
Resuming Regular Hours
- District Office, Early Childhood Centers, Middle Schools, and High Schools will return to regular business hours on Monday, June 30th
- Elementary Schools will reopen on Tuesday, July 8th
We look forward to welcoming students back on Thursday, July 17th!
HUSD Governing Board Approves New Superintendent
We are excited to announce the Higley Unified School District Governing Board has selected and approved David Loutzenheiser for the role of Superintendent beginning in the 2025-26 School Year. Mr. Loutzenheiser is the current Executive Director of Secondary Education and Athletics for Higley Unified and is looking forward to continuing to work with students, staff and families. See his message to the community here.
Headlines
![Higley Unified School District Election]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747333012/husdorg/ewpvxthbf12roicazneh/BlueAndRedGeneralElectionDayInstagramPost1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747333012/husdorg/ewpvxthbf12roicazneh/BlueAndRedGeneralElectionDayInstagramPost1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747333012/husdorg/ewpvxthbf12roicazneh/BlueAndRedGeneralElectionDayInstagramPost1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747333012/husdorg/ewpvxthbf12roicazneh/BlueAndRedGeneralElectionDayInstagramPost1.png","width":1080}])
Higley Unified School District’s Governing Board has called for a 15% Maintenance & Operations Override to be placed on the November 2025 ballot.
![Higley High School Principal Brian Banach]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1749670254/husdorg/lzwaia8zfz8w1wvhkdty/BrianBanachAnnouncement.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1749670254/husdorg/lzwaia8zfz8w1wvhkdty/BrianBanachAnnouncement.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1749670254/husdorg/lzwaia8zfz8w1wvhkdty/BrianBanachAnnouncement.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1749670254/husdorg/lzwaia8zfz8w1wvhkdty/BrianBanachAnnouncement.png","width":1080}])
Higley High School Assistant Principal Brian Banach will be taking the leadership role of Principal starting in the 2025-26 School Year.
![HUSD Students Selected as 2025 Youth Ambassadors for Gilbert Sister Cities]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748899096/husdorg/ktybtvjkxxo5oqjumpda/6829662f46007.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748899096/husdorg/ktybtvjkxxo5oqjumpda/6829662f46007.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748899096/husdorg/ktybtvjkxxo5oqjumpda/6829662f46007.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1748899096/husdorg/ktybtvjkxxo5oqjumpda/6829662f46007.webp","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1748899096/husdorg/ktybtvjkxxo5oqjumpda/6829662f46007.webp","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748899096/husdorg/ktybtvjkxxo5oqjumpda/6829662f46007.webp","width":1763}])
Isabelle Brice from Williams Field High School and Elise Miner from Higley High School have been chosen as two of the five 2025 Youth Ambassadors for Gilbert Sister Cities. Their selection followed a six-month process of essays, interviews, community engagement, and leadership clinics.
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