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1:1 Technology

Balsz offers technology for every student, with a variety of ways for students to get engaged and show their learning!

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Back to School

Back to school vibes: First day, first steps! ๐Ÿ“šโœจ Our students are rocking it with enthusiasm and responsibility, lining up for a fantastic new academic year. Here's to a year filled with learning, growth, and success!

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Game Truck StuCo

Revolutionizing playtime! ๐ŸŽฎ๐ŸšŒ The Game Truck brought excitement to us with a mobile gaming truck for our incredible Student Council students. ๐Ÿ•น๏ธ๐ŸšŒ Powering up fun and camaraderieโ€”gaming on wheels has never been this cool! ๐Ÿš€๐Ÿ‘พ

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Adult and children playing a fishing game in a field
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Adult posing for a photo behind a Nutrition Puravida table in a field
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Adults standing behind a BALSZ table posing for a photo
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A Family posing for the camera, each child holding something in their hands
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Adults and children lined up in front of a mega 104.3 jamz table in a field
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Little Green Library box and plushie on a table next to a display of books
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Students and adults lined up in front of a Boys and Girls Club table in a grassy field.
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Adults standing under a temporary tarp smiling for the camera, a wrapped gift basket on a table
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Two adults posing behind a Boys and Girls clubs table
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Welcome to Balsz!

Welcome to Balsz School District, where incredible things are happening every day!Our district, located in east Phoenix, is home to six outstanding schools: Orangedale Early Learning Center, Crockett Elementary, Griffith Elementary, Brunson-Lee Elementary, Pat Tillman Middle School, and Balsz Online Academy. Here’s a glimpse of what makes our district special:

What's Happening at Our Schools!

๐Ÿพ๐Ÿฆ‡ At Brunson-Lee, weโ€™re batty for bats! ๐Ÿฆ‡๐Ÿพ

At BrunsonLee, we're passionate about bats! We're committed to bat conservation and raising awareness about their vital role in the ecosystem. Join us in protecting these amazing creatures! ๐Ÿฆ‡๐ŸŒ

#BrunsonLee #BatConservation #LoveForBats

๐ŸŽค๐ŸŽน Griffith's Got Talent Show Highlights! ๐ŸŽ‰
๐ŸŽ‰ G Bucks Giveaway Extravaganza! ๐ŸŽ‰

Students turn in their G Bucks for a chance to win prizes and earn a certificate for showing safety, respect, and responsibility. Keep up the great work, and you might be a winner next week!

#Gbucks #StudentAchievements #PrizeParty

Tillman's Girls Soccer Team

โšฝ๐Ÿ‚ Celebrating our girls' soccer team this fall! Inspired by Pat Tillman's courage and dedication, these athletes strive for excellence in every game. Share your game moments and highlights to cheer them on!

#PatTillman #GirlsSoccer #FallSports #Inspiration #TeamSpirit #GoTeam

Crockett Artist at Work

We are thrilled to showcase our budding artists at Crockett, with their artwork on display at Mountain Park Health Center for the next year. Special thanks to our art teacher, Mr. White, and MPHC for this partnership.

Exciting Changes at Crockett Elementary: Ready for the 24-25 School Year!

Exciting preparations are underway at Crockett Elementary for the 24-25 school year. We can’t wait to welcome back our students and staff!

News & Announcements

Board members and the superintendent standing shoulder to shoulder with retiring staff, who are holding their certificates and engraved bells, celebrating their dedication and service to the Balsz School District.

We bid a heartfelt farewell to our retiring staff members, whose dedication, passion, and service have profoundly impacted the Balsz School District. Their contributions to our students, families, and communities are immeasurable and will be deeply missed. As we move forward, we honor their legacy by continuing to strive for excellence and fostering a nurturing environment for all our students.

Read More about Celebrating Our Retiring Staff: A Fond Farewell to Our Balsz Family
Dr. Barnes superintendent standling in the middle of his departments

Today, we celebrate our extraordinary Superintendent, Dr. George Barnes, whose dedication and leadership have elevated our district to new heights. Happy Birthday, Dr. Barnes! Your unwavering commitment to excellence in education inspires us all, much like a true caped crusader. Thank you for being the hero our schools deserve!

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Congratulations to Brunson-Lee's 5th Grade: 2nd Place in Statewide Stock Market Game!

Celebrate with us as our 5th grade students from Brunson-Lee Elementary achieve 2nd place in the Arizona Council of Economic Education Statewide Stock Market Game! Witness their impressive accomplishment as they showcase their financial literacy and teamwork skills, demonstrating excellence among their peers statewide. Join us in recognizing their hard work and success in this prestigious competition.

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