
January 12, 2026
Who stepped into the spotlight? Peoria Unified is excited to announce a new employee recognition program: Somers' Spotlight. This program allows parents to nominate a staff member...

February 4, 2026
Peoria Unified invites families to learn more about our high-quality, all-day kindergarten by attending Leap into Kindergarten. During this event, at each of our schools, families...

January 26, 2026
Peoria Unified School District held its annual District Spelling Bee on Thursday, Jan. 22, where the top spellers from across the district’s elementary schools competed in front o...

January 26, 2026
Peoria Unified is thrilled to be home to 5 percent of all Flinn Scholarship Semifinalists: Jadyn Beach , Ironwood High School Kylie McEwen , Liberty High School Katie T...

January 23, 2026
The district is navigating a complex financial landscape due to declining enrollment and funding changes. Additional information on next steps with the district’s budget stabi...

December 15, 2025
Winter sports are officially underway across Peoria Unified, with student-athletes competing in basketball, soccer, wrestling and more. Fans can view game schedules and team matchu...

November 14, 2025
Last night, the Governing Board voted to approve school calendars for the 2026-27 and 2027-28 school years. Key adjustments include students starting school August 3 and as a trad...

November 14, 2025
Over the next few months, the process to reduce our budget by $11 million for the next fiscal year, beginning July 1, 2026, will take place. We understand that this process, whil...

November 12, 2025
Peoria Unified School District is proud to welcome incoming high school students and their families to Future Freshman Night. These engaging evenings offer a firsthand look at the...

November 4, 2025
Kriston Poe is a dedicated Culinary Arts and Creative Foods teacher at Liberty High School in Peoria, Arizona, where she has been inspiring students since 2004. A proud product of ...

November 3, 2025
Below is a link to a list of local organizations that can provide additional food assistance for our community. This list is provided as a resource to our community and should not...

November 1, 2025
In a thrilling display of academic excellence, over 60 of the brightest high school math students from across the Peoria Unified School District gathered at the District Administra...

October 30, 2025
The Peoria Unified School District is proud to receive the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA)...

October 29, 2025
VETERANS HONORING VETERANS For some, the desire to serve runs deeper than ambition. It’s a calling, a quiet but persistent drive to protect, uplift and give back. Whether through ...

October 26, 2025
From the t-ball field to the largest field in high school baseball, Centennial High School’s varsity head coach Jon Williams has always been his sons’ biggest fans. For over a dec...

October 23, 2025
In a world where the challenges facing schools are increasingly complex, Ira A. Murphy Elementary School in the Peoria Unified School District offers a powerful reminder of what’s ...

October 20, 2025
In every school, there are individuals who quietly shape the culture, uplift the community and leave an indelible mark on the lives of students and staff. At Copperwood Elementary,...

October 17, 2025
As Banner Thunderbird Medical Center embarks on the construction of its new, state-of-the-art Women and Infant Services Tower, the organization is also making a meaningful impact b...

September 30, 2025
In an era where public trust in institutions is often tested, Peoria Unified School District continues to stand as a model of transparency, accountability and fiscal stewardship. ...

August 27, 2025
As the school bell rings, classrooms across the Peoria Unified School District begin their day with a simple yet powerful tradition: the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a moment o...
