FOCUS on FLORENCE - April Newsletter

Posted Date: 04/10/26 (03:00 PM)

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Information & Updates

April 10, 2026

Two children, a boy and a girl, smile while looking at a book together.

FOCUS on FLORENCE

At FUSD, we are committed to keeping you INFORMED, CONNECTED & ENGAGED

as we work together to support the success and well-being of every student.

From district highlights and upcoming events to important announcements and district initiatives,

this newsletter is designed to keep our entire community in the know.

Thank you for your continued partnership and support of our schools.

Together, we are building a strong future for our students and our community.

Budgetary Steering Committees

As we continue working through the important process of addressing the district’s current financial challenges, we remain committed to transparency, communication, and community engagement every step of the way.

We invite you to stay informed by accessing ongoing updates from our Budgetary Committee Meetings on the district website. As part of this effort, each committee chairperson will be providing a short video summarizing the work being done, key discussions, and progress being made.

You can view all updates and videos here.

We encourage all stakeholders to remain engaged and informed as we explore all available options to ensure the long-term stability and success of

Florence Unified School District #1.

2026-2027 REGISTRATION

Register Your Student Now!

Florence Unified School District announces 2026-2027 school year registration is open, featuring a smiling student.

REGISTRATION FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR IS OPEN!

Registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open, and Florence Unified School District encourages all families to complete the process as soon as possible. Even if your child is currently enrolled in an FUSD school, annual re-registration is still required to ensure records are up to date and your student’s placement is secured. Take a few moments now to register helps us plan effectively for staffing, resources, and student success. Don’t wait secure your child’s spot today! Need help? Check out this helpful video!

Curriculum Review in Progress

English Language Arts & Math Curriculum Adoption Process

Florence Unified School District announces English Language Arts Curriculum 60 Day Review with logos of educational partners.

English Language Arts Curriculum Review

The English Language Arts Curriculum is now open for public review!

We invite our families and community members to stop by the District Office to preview all Elementary and Middle School ELA curriculum options and share your feedback.

Florence Unified School District Office

1000 S. Main St.

Florence, AZ 85132

Your voice matters in this important process!

Questions, comments, or concerns? Please contact Dr. Smith, Director of Elementary Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment, at ksmith@fusdaz.org

Florence Unified School District announces a Math Curriculum Adoption with McGraw Hill, available for public view.

Math Curriculum Review

Curriculum Review Reminder - Algebra 1, Geometry and Algebra 2 curriculum currently being considered for adoption is available for public review and comment for the next few weeks.

Community members can:

Scan the QR code to access the curriculum online

Visit https://my.mheducation.com/login

and use the username and password provided in the flyer.

Interested individuals can also review all materials in person at the District Office located at 1000 S. Main St., Florence, AZ 85132.

We value your feedback and encourage our families and community members to take part in the review process. If you have any questions please reach out to FUSD Director of Secondary Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment, Ms. Dawn Winsor, dwinsor@fusdaz.org

Be On the LOOKOUT!

Events & Student Celebrations

Event poster titled 'Predators Among Us' about protecting children from online and real-world dangers.

Predators Among Us - COMMUNITY EVENT

Join us Saturday, April 18th, at Poston Butte High School Library.

Arrive at 9:30 am for some donuts and coffee and stay for an

eye-opening presentation you won’t want to miss.

Presentation will begin promptly at 10:00 am.

Special Agent Heidi Chance from the Arizona Attorney General’s Office will lead this powerful session, sharing expert insights on online safety, spotting warning signs, and protecting our youth from predators.

Let’s work together to keep our children and community safe.

Poston Butte High School Library

Saturday, April 18th

9:30 am arrival

Register now!

A group of smiling graduates in red caps and gowns pose for a photo.

BE ON THE LOOKOUT!

As the school year comes to a close, we invite parents and community members to stay connected and be on the lookout for information on upcoming end-of-year events. From celebrations and awards nights to student promotions and our high school graduation ceremonies, it’s an exciting time across Florence Unified School District. Join us as we honor the hard work, achievements, and milestones of our students!

Student Attendance

Did you know?

FUN FACT:

Missing just 2 days of school a month,

that’s only about 10% of the school year,

can make a student significantly more likely to fall behind in

reading and math, even as early as elementary school.

Every day really does count!