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"A" Letter Grade
The Arizona Department of Education has released A-F School Letter Grades scores based on data from the 2022-23 school year and Coyote Trail Elementary School received an A Letter Grade.
Free Full-day Kindergarten
Now enrolling for free full-day kindergarten offering a strong focus on cognitive, social, and emotional learning development.
High Student Achievement
Our students achieve their academic and PBIS goals. We are so grateful to be able to serve this high-performing student body with supporting families and community members.
Ecology Program
The CTE ecology program is available to all students as we integrate classroom assignments alongside an outdoor educational setting.
Weekly PE & Performing Arts
100% of Coyote Trail Elementary School students participate in Visual and/or Performing Arts and Physical Education.
News & Events
Trailblazer News
![Presidential Math/Science Award Finalist: Mrs. Tapia]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713547514/maranausdorg/pqienylryxr85fdzznkr/NikkiTapiaSQ.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713547514/maranausdorg/pqienylryxr85fdzznkr/NikkiTapiaSQ.jpg","width":300}])
Congratulations to Mrs. Nikki Tapia, teacher at Coyote Trail Elementary School, who was named a state-level finalist for the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching!
![Coyote Trail Elementary Pride Badge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713473761/maranausdorg/fivrrejzdpfuljlc88oj/DanJohnson2018.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1713473761/maranausdorg/fivrrejzdpfuljlc88oj/DanJohnson2018.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1713473761/maranausdorg/fivrrejzdpfuljlc88oj/DanJohnson2018.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1713473761/maranausdorg/fivrrejzdpfuljlc88oj/DanJohnson2018.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713473761/maranausdorg/fivrrejzdpfuljlc88oj/DanJohnson2018.jpg","width":1300}])
Dan Johnson is retiring after 28 years on the trail at CTE! Please come and help us celebrate his retirement with a family fun night on April 26, 2024 from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Join us for food trucks, yard games, a DJ, Photo Booth and so much more!
![Marana Winds musicians playing on stage]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713372145/maranausdorg/v95bwkigovod5xuvuiru/musicians325x355.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713372145/maranausdorg/v95bwkigovod5xuvuiru/musicians325x355.jpg","width":325}])
Enjoy a free musical concert featuring the Marana Winds and the Marana Big Phat Jazz Band on Thursday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium at Mountain View High School.
![Certified Teachers recognized at Governing Board Meeting]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712943533/maranausdorg/rgxn1jujzcubkcjgks0w/CertifiedTeachers.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1712943533/maranausdorg/rgxn1jujzcubkcjgks0w/CertifiedTeachers.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1712943533/maranausdorg/rgxn1jujzcubkcjgks0w/CertifiedTeachers.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1712943533/maranausdorg/rgxn1jujzcubkcjgks0w/CertifiedTeachers.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1712943533/maranausdorg/rgxn1jujzcubkcjgks0w/CertifiedTeachers.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1712943533/maranausdorg/rgxn1jujzcubkcjgks0w/CertifiedTeachers.jpg","width":2200}])
The MUSD Governing Board recognized some of our outstanding teachers who either received or renewed their National Board Certification during April’s Governing Board meeting.
![MUSD Pride Badge]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712329427/maranausdorg/pu14io3gyvmkt4qm5zek/MUSDPrideBadge.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712329427/maranausdorg/pu14io3gyvmkt4qm5zek/MUSDPrideBadge.jpg","width":300}])
The Marana Unified School District (MUSD) invites the public to view the following reading intervention program prior to possible adoption and use as needed at all MUSD schools.
![LEAP Summer Camp]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1712082635/maranausdorg/emcct7pepe4lol55aoj0/summercamp325X355.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1712082635/maranausdorg/emcct7pepe4lol55aoj0/summercamp325X355.jpg","width":325}])
Summer LEAP registration opens April 15 to MUSD students who will have plenty of FUN activities to keep them engaged!
![Jenna Bisonnette]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1713451960/maranausdorg/qcmn5m7clyccpmu0v9tx/JennaBisonnette300x400.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1713451960/maranausdorg/qcmn5m7clyccpmu0v9tx/JennaBisonnette300x400.jpg","width":300}])
The MUSD Governing Board members voted during their March 14 meeting in favor of hiring Mrs. Bissonette for the role. Mrs. Bissonette will assume the position effective July 1, 2024. Mr. Dan Johnson is currently the principal.
![Best of the Northwest Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1711579289/maranausdorg/gpgdd2e3m25bkibgbvgo/BONWebThumbnail325x355_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1711579289/maranausdorg/gpgdd2e3m25bkibgbvgo/BONWebThumbnail325x355_1.jpg","width":325}])
Marana USD has several winners in the Best of the Northwest contest! Voted #1 Best Place to Work for a third year in a row, we have many schools, teachers, and leaders to celebrate!
![Calling all musicians join Marana winds and share your love of music]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1710714507/maranausdorg/pidy9mlzaj0lrcvajaac/CallforMusicians-325x355.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1710714507/maranausdorg/pidy9mlzaj0lrcvajaac/CallforMusicians-325x355.jpg","width":325}])
Staff, students, alumni, and community musicians: Share your love of music and join the Marana Winds to perform in the 2024 community concert, scheduled for May 16!
![marana high school marching band]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1710714056/maranausdorg/p0zgohbrfwhqc9qqxsda/parade325x355.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1710714056/maranausdorg/p0zgohbrfwhqc9qqxsda/parade325x355.jpg","width":325}])
Support and celebrate participating Marana Unified School District students during the Town of Marana’s annual Founders' Day on Saturday, March 16.
Upcoming Events
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MUSD Technology Center, 13370 N. Lon Adams Road, Marana, AZ 85653
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Coyote Trail School
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MUSD Technology Center, 13370 N. Lon Adams Road, Marana, AZ 85653
Marana Municipal Complex Council Chambers 11555 W. Civic Center Drive Marana, AZ 85653
Highlights
Welcome to a warm, supportive and involved community that believes a strong nation is dependent on capable and contributing community members that come from our local school system.
![Teacher reading to class]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707781133/maranausdorg/obgq4cenggvn1voao1he/ReadingTeacher800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707781133/maranausdorg/obgq4cenggvn1voao1he/ReadingTeacher800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707781133/maranausdorg/obgq4cenggvn1voao1he/ReadingTeacher800x716.jpg","width":800}])
We have an experienced and engaged staff with an average of 10 years of experience within most grade levels! This experience is helpful as students’ needs are addressed by caring adults that have been together in a high-performing environment for many years.
![Families at Color Run]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707779094/maranausdorg/j7ds2kuc0hvvig8j6cfo/CTEPTFColorRun-800x716.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707779094/maranausdorg/j7ds2kuc0hvvig8j6cfo/CTEPTFColorRun-800x716.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707779094/maranausdorg/j7ds2kuc0hvvig8j6cfo/CTEPTFColorRun-800x716.png","width":800}])
Collaborative partnerships allow our school to leverage family, school, and community resources to remove barriers to learning and provide essentials to families in need.
![CTE Front Entrance]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707780595/maranausdorg/qujnsffcwbvdcljuvfkx/CTESchoolEntrance800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707780595/maranausdorg/qujnsffcwbvdcljuvfkx/CTESchoolEntrance800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707780595/maranausdorg/qujnsffcwbvdcljuvfkx/CTESchoolEntrance800x716.jpg","width":800}])
The Arizona Department of Education has released A-F School Letter Grades scores based on data from the 2022-23 school year and Coyote Trail Elementary School received an A Letter Grade.
![Preschool]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707324206/maranausdorg/yxeftjcw3glegz4ejt9e/IMG_2459-800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707324206/maranausdorg/yxeftjcw3glegz4ejt9e/IMG_2459-800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707324206/maranausdorg/yxeftjcw3glegz4ejt9e/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.
![HRS Level 1 Certified]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707752657/maranausdorg/jxph5e4qzoypbqx9o9h8/HRS-Level1Elem800x716.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1707752657/maranausdorg/jxph5e4qzoypbqx9o9h8/HRS-Level1Elem800x716.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707752657/maranausdorg/jxph5e4qzoypbqx9o9h8/HRS-Level1Elem800x716.jpg","width":800}])
Coyote Trail Elementary is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 1 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means our school has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for every level that follows.