RE Roadrunner News
![Building Skills, Sparking Passions: Students Get a First Look at CTE Opportunities]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765390448/maranausdorg/foq5rnnb5iqc42bij077/CTENight_2.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1765390448/maranausdorg/foq5rnnb5iqc42bij077/CTENight_2.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1765390448/maranausdorg/foq5rnnb5iqc42bij077/CTENight_2.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1765390448/maranausdorg/foq5rnnb5iqc42bij077/CTENight_2.webp","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1765390448/maranausdorg/foq5rnnb5iqc42bij077/CTENight_2.webp","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765390448/maranausdorg/foq5rnnb5iqc42bij077/CTENight_2.webp","width":2000}])
Families and students gathered for the district’s High School Career & Technical Education (CTE) Night, where a wide range of programs were featured including engineering, digital media, culinary arts, law and public safety, welding, automotive technology, sports medicine, photography, bio science, FFA, and more.
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A new program in Marana USD elementary and K-8 schools strengthens early literacy efforts by partnering with families and empowering them to read together. All kindergarten students will receive five free books, plus parents get monthly tips and resources.
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This winter break, Marana Unified School District is giving our K-8 students the gift of a much-needed brain break from their school-issued Chromebooks!
![Second Quarter Spirit Week!!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1765296968/maranausdorg/dlgwutulaxsvquwmi3p4/Winterspiritdays2025-cropped.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1765296968/maranausdorg/dlgwutulaxsvquwmi3p4/Winterspiritdays2025-cropped.jpg","width":300}])
Join us next week for some holiday fun with our second quarter spirit week! Click here for our flyer.
Monday: Candy Cane Lane: Red and White Day
Tuesday: Fleece Navidad: PJ Day
Wednesday: Santa vs. The Grinch
Thursday: Sweater Weather: Snuggle in your silliest, coziest holiday s
![Festival of Lights: December 12, 2025]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1732467875/maranausdorg/ekhva9snzzjqhz60tdgg/FestivalofLights-300x300jpg.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1732467875/maranausdorg/ekhva9snzzjqhz60tdgg/FestivalofLights-300x300jpg.jpg","width":300}])
Join us for the Festival of Lights on Friday, December 12th from 5:00-7:30pm. Enjoy some beautiful light and decorations, get pictures with Santa, shop some local vendors, enjoy our holiday concert, and enjoy some crafts from Holidays Around the World! Click here to go to our website for additional details.
![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!
Festival of Lights is on Friday! We will spend the week making sure that campus looks beautiful for all of our vistors
Mark Your Calendar
Our next PTO meeting is Thursday, January 8th at 5:00 PM. We will be planning for the Family Valentine's Dance. We would love for you to join us!
![Food Bank Mobile Distribution at RE]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728341226/maranausdorg/jqoyghabdqnece0buqff/foodbank-300x300.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728341226/maranausdorg/jqoyghabdqnece0buqff/foodbank-300x300.jpg","width":300}])
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, December 16th 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.
![Butler's Pantry: Learn Hours & More!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1728342980/maranausdorg/npmesm3zx3zuxodhcuxy/Butler.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1728342980/maranausdorg/npmesm3zx3zuxodhcuxy/Butler.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1728342980/maranausdorg/npmesm3zx3zuxodhcuxy/Butler.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1728342980/maranausdorg/npmesm3zx3zuxodhcuxy/Butler.jpg","width":1080}])
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.
![100 MUSD Families Receive Thanksgiving Dinner!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764866086/maranausdorg/rgsahmsmvpgdsydqczq3/CHASSEThanksgivingDonationSQ.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764866086/maranausdorg/rgsahmsmvpgdsydqczq3/CHASSEThanksgivingDonationSQ.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764866086/maranausdorg/rgsahmsmvpgdsydqczq3/CHASSEThanksgivingDonationSQ.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764866086/maranausdorg/rgsahmsmvpgdsydqczq3/CHASSEThanksgivingDonationSQ.webp","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764866086/maranausdorg/rgsahmsmvpgdsydqczq3/CHASSEThanksgivingDonationSQ.webp","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764866086/maranausdorg/rgsahmsmvpgdsydqczq3/CHASSEThanksgivingDonationSQ.webp","width":2000}])
Thanks to the CHASSE Building Team, 100 MUSD families received a complete Thanksgiving meal as part of their annual ChasseGiving initiative, a heartfelt effort to support local families in need.
![Stronger Together: Business and Schools Unite Through Principal Exchange Event!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764865397/maranausdorg/an9bjzdpjkymsmwfd22p/PrincipalExchange2025_SQ.webp","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764865397/maranausdorg/an9bjzdpjkymsmwfd22p/PrincipalExchange2025_SQ.webp","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764865397/maranausdorg/an9bjzdpjkymsmwfd22p/PrincipalExchange2025_SQ.webp","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764865397/maranausdorg/an9bjzdpjkymsmwfd22p/PrincipalExchange2025_SQ.webp","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1764865397/maranausdorg/an9bjzdpjkymsmwfd22p/PrincipalExchange2025_SQ.webp","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764865397/maranausdorg/an9bjzdpjkymsmwfd22p/PrincipalExchange2025_SQ.webp","width":2000}])
The connection between local businesses and our schools is more important than ever, and this year’s Business/Principal Exchange highlighted just how impactful partnerships can be.
![Call for Sponsors: Celebrate Marana Schools! MUSD Centennial Celebration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764089610/maranausdorg/rj6mebsl4a6fvoqk7zpf/100YearsAllLogos_SQ.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764089610/maranausdorg/rj6mebsl4a6fvoqk7zpf/100YearsAllLogos_SQ.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764089610/maranausdorg/rj6mebsl4a6fvoqk7zpf/100YearsAllLogos_SQ.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764089610/maranausdorg/rj6mebsl4a6fvoqk7zpf/100YearsAllLogos_SQ.png","width":1000}])
The Marana Unified School District is celebrating 100 years of Marana Schools and Excellence in Education! We are seeking sponsors for our MUSD Centennial Celebration, a day and evening of festivities celebrating all Marana Schools on Sat, April 25, 2026.
![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.
![2026-2027 Open Enrollment: Enroll in Marana Schools starting Dec. 1!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1764533143/maranausdorg/eqwbxgtkd8kbg4ggpgac/2026-27_Open_Enrollment_SQ.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1764533143/maranausdorg/eqwbxgtkd8kbg4ggpgac/2026-27_Open_Enrollment_SQ.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1764533143/maranausdorg/eqwbxgtkd8kbg4ggpgac/2026-27_Open_Enrollment_SQ.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1764533143/maranausdorg/eqwbxgtkd8kbg4ggpgac/2026-27_Open_Enrollment_SQ.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1764533143/maranausdorg/eqwbxgtkd8kbg4ggpgac/2026-27_Open_Enrollment_SQ.png","width":1500}])
Open Enrollment for the 2026-2027 school year opens Dec 1! Open enrollment is for families who wish to attend a MUSD school where they do not live within the school’s attendance boundaries.
Calling Volunteers! The Marana Unified School District is celebrating 100 years of Marana Schools! We are seeking committee volunteers for the MUSD Centennial Celebration, a day and evening of festivities celebrating all Marana Schools on Sat, April 25, 2026.
Upcoming Events
Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex, Council Chambers, 11555 W. Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653
Ed Honea Marana Municipal Complex, Council Chambers, 11555 W. Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653
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