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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.
Announcements
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.
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!
Higley USD is committed to improving how we communicate with our families, and your feedback is essential. Please take a few minutes to complete our Communications Survey and help us better serve you and your family. The survey closes on Thursday, May 22nd.
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’s Cooley Middle School has been named a SkillsUSA Model of Excellence, the only middle school receiving this national honor.
High school students from Higley Unified School District (HUSD) and Gilbert Public Schools (GPS) joined forces to package over 2,000 meals for Arizona families facing food insecurity.
The Higley Unified School District proudly celebrates outstanding educators through its annual Teacher of the Year event.
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