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No Excuses. College Bound.
Incorporating language about college into our daily practice builds a belief that college is an option for everybody, no matter their resources.
Title I Opportunities
Roadrunner offers a wide variety of academic learning for our students, and all students receive additional support through Title I funding.
21st Century Learning Center
Roadrunner offers high quality 21st Century Programming such as Art, Music, Mountain Biking, Track, VR, Archery, Spanish, Lego Robotics, Zoology, and more, for all scholars.
Prioritizing PBIS
Roadrunner establishes clear expectations for the behavior expected in all classrooms and areas of school. Students are explicitly taught these expectations, and we apply positive reinforcement and consistent consequences.
Free Full-day Kindergarten
Now enrolling for free full-day kindergarten offering a strong focus on cognitive, social, and emotional learning development.
News & Events
Roadrunner News
![Roadrunner Recognized as a PBIS Level 4 School!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763309958/maranausdorg/mw4bqct3yagiz1ud9bje/Level4PBISAward.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763309958/maranausdorg/mw4bqct3yagiz1ud9bje/Level4PBISAward.jpg","width":300}])
Roadrunner has been recognized with the PBIS Level 4 Award, the highest honor from the Arizona PBIS Coalition. This means our school has fully implemented Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports across all three tiers and has demonstrated positive impacts on student behavior and academic success. We are proud of our students, staff, and families for their commitment to creating a positive and supportive school environment. This achievement also positions Roadrunner to be considered for the prestigious Model School Award. Click here to learn more about this amazing achievement.
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Our first big PTO fundraiser of the year is here. For our Fall fundraiser, scholars will be participating in our annual Roadrunner Turkey Trot on Tuesday, November 25th. Click here to learn more about this event and how you can support our PTO.
![RE PTO Meeting News and Updates!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728345887/maranausdorg/dtmdgpoc1fq609ngvbyo/PTO300x300.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728345887/maranausdorg/dtmdgpoc1fq609ngvbyo/PTO300x300.jpg","width":300}])
PTO Updates!
Our Turkey Trot fundraiser is under way. You should have received your fundraising packet last week.
Please click here for detailed updates from our November meeting.
Mark Your Calendar
Our next PTO meeting is Thursday, December 4th at 5:00 PM. We will be looking ahead dto 2nd semester events. We would love for you to join us!
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Roadrunner and the Community Food Bank have partnered to create a monthly mobile food distribution (TEFAB boxes) event for our families and community. Join us Tuesday, November 18th for our next event.
![Fam Jam 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728430952/maranausdorg/pl07vizdyiqehk8xsa6b/FamJam300x300-cropped.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728430952/maranausdorg/pl07vizdyiqehk8xsa6b/FamJam300x300-cropped.png","width":300}])
Fam Jam is back this year!!! Check out our weekly tips and activities for some family mealtime fun.
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Are you running a little short this month and need some help until your next paycheck? Did your kids grow out of their clothes and you need some help getting new ones? Do you need some household items? Check out Butler's Pantry.
![5th-8th Grade Students & Families: Explore Your Future at CTE Night!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1763144350/maranausdorg/hxmqpzdww6fcwakafqar/CTEOpenHouse_SQ.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1763144350/maranausdorg/hxmqpzdww6fcwakafqar/CTEOpenHouse_SQ.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1763144350/maranausdorg/hxmqpzdww6fcwakafqar/CTEOpenHouse_SQ.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1763144350/maranausdorg/hxmqpzdww6fcwakafqar/CTEOpenHouse_SQ.jpg","width":1000}])
All fifth through eighth-grade students and their families are invited to join us for High School Career & Technical Education (CTE) Night at Marana Vista Academy on Tuesday, December 9, from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
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Families may be finding it harder to meet essential needs with lapses in federal funding and other challenges. Learn more about the support and resources available to MUSD families.
![Reduce your Taxes and Support your MUSD Student & School!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761322072/maranausdorg/yssv8swydrfp1zfred2s/thumbnail300x300_4.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761322072/maranausdorg/yssv8swydrfp1zfred2s/thumbnail300x300_4.jpg","width":300}])
Reduce taxes AND benefit MUSD students! The state of Arizona allows taxpayers to receive a dollar-to-dollar tax credit up to $400 on state taxes for donations that benefit students in public schools!
![MUSD Excels in ADE 24-2025 School Letter Grades]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761772719/maranausdorg/nfsjo7j26kmtufyzb8gc/UpgradeBanner_2025_Sq_NoHashtag2.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761772719/maranausdorg/nfsjo7j26kmtufyzb8gc/UpgradeBanner_2025_Sq_NoHashtag2.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761772719/maranausdorg/nfsjo7j26kmtufyzb8gc/UpgradeBanner_2025_Sq_NoHashtag2.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761772719/maranausdorg/nfsjo7j26kmtufyzb8gc/UpgradeBanner_2025_Sq_NoHashtag2.png","width":1000}])
Marana Unified School District celebrates continued success with strong letter grades as reported by the Arizona Department of Education!
Upcoming Events
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7651 Oldfather Dr. Tucson, AZ 85741 - PAL Preschool campus, Room P 9
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7651 Oldfather Dr. Tucson, AZ 85741 - PAL Preschool campus, Room P 9
MUSD Technology Center, 13370 N. Lon Adams Road, Marana, AZ 85653
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Highlights
Welcome to Roadrunner Elementary School where our scholars are all College Bound. Each of our grade levels provide a comprehensive curriculum designed to challenge our scholars at their individual learning levels.
![Community Enrichment & Education]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1708363225/maranausdorg/nebwclndsyqmqygmd6ji/387059807_800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1708363225/maranausdorg/nebwclndsyqmqygmd6ji/387059807_800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1708363225/maranausdorg/nebwclndsyqmqygmd6ji/387059807_800x716.jpg","width":800}])
The education of our scholars is a collaborative process with parents as core members of that team. Strong parent partnerships are a key component of the success of each scholar on our campus.
![Affordable Full & Half-day Preschool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707324857/maranausdorg/a2jnwyjc5lhh2iayf8re/IMG_2459-800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707324857/maranausdorg/a2jnwyjc5lhh2iayf8re/IMG_2459-800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707324857/maranausdorg/a2jnwyjc5lhh2iayf8re/IMG_2459-800x716.jpg","width":800}])
Licensed by the AZ Dept. of Health Services, and AZ Dept. of Economic Security approved, our school offers preschool with small/large group activities and enrichment learning activities that promote development in the arts and large motor skills.
![Roadrunner Builds a Love of Literacy]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1708363773/maranausdorg/a7vp03wtmq9byci8s8qn/378390228_800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1708363773/maranausdorg/a7vp03wtmq9byci8s8qn/378390228_800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1708363773/maranausdorg/a7vp03wtmq9byci8s8qn/378390228_800x716.jpg","width":800}])
Literacy is the foundation for lifelong learning, both in and out of school. We want our scholars to build literacy skills so that they are successful learners, but we also want them to love reading. Not everyone is a natural reader, but everyone can learn to love reading with the right stories.
![High Reliability Schools (HRS) Level 2 Certification]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1744830780/maranausdorg/es1fuicmjydfhsqgvizw/REHRSLevel2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1744830780/maranausdorg/es1fuicmjydfhsqgvizw/REHRSLevel2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1744830780/maranausdorg/es1fuicmjydfhsqgvizw/REHRSLevel2.jpg","width":800}])
Roadrunner Elementary School is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 2 certification in Marzano High-Reliability Schools™. Level 2 certification means our school is ensuring effective teaching in every classroom.
![Butler's Pantry Honors Community & Staff Tradition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730922842/maranausdorg/py0gyjpz6wlcmyki3pp9/IMG_0509-800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730922842/maranausdorg/py0gyjpz6wlcmyki3pp9/IMG_0509-800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730922842/maranausdorg/py0gyjpz6wlcmyki3pp9/IMG_0509-800x716.jpg","width":800}])
A variety of resources for families: food, clothes, shoes, household items, diapers, hygiene products and more.