Welcome to Capitol School where we set high expectations for all prekindergarten through eighth grad
Lowest grade taught: Prekindergarten - Highest grade taught: 8th Grade
In this week's update, Dr. Gonzalez shares highlights from our Leadership Retreat as district leaders prepare for the 2026–27 school year and reminds families about free summer meals available all summer long. 💙💛
05/27/2026
FREE summer meals are back at some Phoenix #1 schools for all kids 0 - 18 years old. 🍽️🆓
Our cafeterias at Bethune, Capitol, Emerson, Herrera, Lowell, Magnet, Shaw, & Whittier will open and serve breakfast and lunch.
Check out meal dates and serving times below ⬇️
05/27/2026
Congratulations to Capitol’s incredible 8th-grade class on their promotion to high school! Your hard work, growth, and achievements have made the Capitol community proud. We cannot wait to see all the amazing things you accomplish in this next chapter. Once a Capitol Cougar, always a Capitol Cougar!🎓💙
05/25/2026
We celebrated the Superintendent’s Student Advisory Team with a special dinner alongside their families. It was an honor to present these outstanding student leaders with their certificates and celebrate the vital insights and voices they’ve brought to our district all year long. Thank you to our amazing students for your dedication, and to the families who came out to support them!
Another school year in the books! 🎉 Thank you to our students, families, and staff for an amazing year filled with growth, learning, and memories. Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and relaxing summer break. See you next school year, Phoenix #1! ☀️💙
05/22/2026
Congratulations to our students who earned a proficient score on the AZELLA assessment and were recognized at our AZELLA Reclassification Ceremony! 🎉 Your hard work, determination, and growth have paid off, and we are so proud of this important achievement. Keep shining and reaching new goals! 📚✨
05/20/2026
The B.U.I.L.D. Teacher Support Program wrapped up its first year with a special celebration focused on growth, reflection, and encouragement for future B.U.I.L.D. teachers. 🍎 Teachers shared positive memories from the year and left thoughtful notes for next year’s cohort. Thank you to Michael Hansen for creating and leading such a meaningful program in its very first year! 🎉
In this week's Superintendent Weekly Update, Dr. Deborah Gonzalez has an urgent reminder for ALL 8th-grade parents as they prepare to transition their students to high school. 🖊️🎓
05/15/2026
FREE break dancing classes for Phoenix Elementary School District #1 students! Register ASAP to secure your spot (only 20 spots available per class). Details ⬇️
Saturday, May 16 & Saturday, May 23
2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
731 Grand Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85007
Thank you to The Be Kind People Project for collaborating with us to make this possible.
Reminder: our next Phoenix #1 Governing Board meeting is tomorrow, May 14, 2026 at 5 p.m.
Location:
Emerson Court - District Office
1817 N. 7th St.
Phoenix, AZ 85006
You're invited to watch in person or online via livestream and review our agenda by visiting www.phxschools.org and clicking the Governing Board tab. 🏫