Marana High School

Marana High School is one of two high schools for the town of Marana, Arizona. It was established in 1975.

Marana High School
Address
12000 W. Emigh Road

Tucson
,
Pima County
,
Arizona
85743

United States
Information
TypePublic
Established1975
School districtMarana Unified School District
PrincipalDavid Mandel
Teaching staff98.93 (FTE)[1]
Grades9–12
Enrolment2,077 (2017–18)[1]
Student to teacher ratio20.99[1]
CampusRural
Color(s)Blue and gold                    
Team nameTigers
RivalMountain View High School
WebsiteSchool website

Academies

The student body is organized into distinct academies, each with a focus on specific career fields. Freshmen are introduced to the academy system through the Freshman Academy. In the Freshman Academy, students cycle through all four of the school's academies, changing at the beginning of each new quarter, so they can make an informed decision in time for their sophomore year. The Arizona School Boards Association awarded the 2010 Golden Bell Award to the program.[2]

Freshman Academy

All freshmen at Marana High School take the Freshmen Success Academy (FSA) class which combines a nationally-recognized career exploration curriculum with exposure to each of the school's four academies. Each quarter, freshmen rotate to a new FSA teacher with a focus on a different Academy. Freshmen in FSA are mentored by Link Leaders, upperclassmen who aspire to be educators and are enrolled in a career-focused elective to develop teaching skills. Freshmen are also involved in the school-wide Academy Advisory mentoring program, meeting with upperclassmen for weekly mentoring and career exploration with Academy Advisors.

Business and Human Services Academy

The Academy of Business and Human Services (BHS) focuses on the foundations of a functioning society impacted by professions like business administration, computer programming, marketing, design and merchandising, culinary arts, early childhood professions, and public service careers. Some courses are eligible for Pima Community College credit.

Marana Arts Academy

Marana Arts Academy focuses on the contributions of the arts to a thriving culture and community, with pathways in photography, fine art, digital media, band, orchestra, theatre, dance, guitar, ceramics, and choir.

MedStart Academy

The MedStart Academy focuses on preparing students for careers in medicine, fitness, and health fields.

Science & Technology

The Marana Academy of Science & Technology focuses on problem solving, innovation, and application of technology through specializations in science, agriculture, and technology courses.

In the News

Marana High School is often featured in the news for its outstanding teachers, academic programs, and successful students. This year, James Attebery is recognized by Arizona Athletics and KGUN9 for the Circle K Outstanding High School Faculty Award. The Marana High School was honored in the fall by the Special Olympics program as the National Unified Champion School for the Special Olympics of Arizona. Ayumi Pottenger, graduated in 2015, enter a University of Arizona Research through the EHS-TRUE program.

Sports

Marana High is a member of the Arizona Interscholastic Association. It is a 5A Conference school.

Extracurricular activities and clubs

Activities and clubs include Academic Decathlon, Art/Anime Club, Athletic Training, Band, Creative Writing Club, Chess Club, Choir, Cube Club, Culinary Arts, Dance Club, DECA, D&D Club, Drama, E.R.A.S.E., Everyday Christians, FCCLA, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, FFA, Flying Tigers I & II, Interactice Club, International Club, Journalism, Key Club, Library Club, Marine Sciences, Med Start Club, Mu Alpha Theta, National Honor Society, Newspaper, Orchestra, Photography Club, Speech & Debate, Student Council, Students Against Destructive Decisions, S.T.A.N.D., Thespians, VICA-Automotives & Welding, and Yearbook.

Notable alumni
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References
  1. "Marana High School". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved January 5, 2020.
  2. "It's state award for Marana program". Arizona Daily Star. Retrieved 12 July 2011.
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