The Pendergast Elementary School District is leading the way with a variety of new and innovative learning opportunities to choose from. We are very proud to offer the very best educational experience for our over 10,000 students. Our twelve schools offer safe and secure campuses with individualized programs designed to help each student succeed and develop to his or her own potential.
Here in the Pendergast District, we pride ourself in high academic achievement and innovative learning. Now we are expanding opportunities through the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Academies for the 2018-19 school year.
The Pendergast Elementary School District believes that the Dual Language Program prepares students to meet the challenges of an interdependent global community by providing a bilingual and multicultural learning environment. Students communicate in another language, master all curricular subjects and develop intercultural understanding and respect.
We truly appreciate the volunteers that serve in a variety of capacities throughout the Pendergast Elementary School District. Whether in offices, classrooms, playgrounds or on field trips, volunteers enrich the educational experience for Pendergast students. Although working with students is a great responsibility, it is also highly rewarding.
The Arizona Tax Credit Program allows each taxpayer to donate up to $200 for a single individual or a head of household per year to public schools and up to $400 if married and filing a joint tax return. That money can go directly to the public school of your choice, reducing your taxes by the amount donated.
The Pendergast Elementary School District has so much to offer including the new traveling Puzzle Bus Escape Room. Other programs we have available are...
- FREE FULL DAY KINDERGARTEN
- DUAL LANGUAGE PROGRAMS
- S.T.E.A.M. ACADEMIES
- FREE & REDUCED BREAKFAST / LUNCH
...and so much more!
The Pendergast Quick Tip is a system that allows students, parents, staff and community members to submit information to district administrators anonymously or non-anonymously.
Quick Tip allows authorized district administrators to receive tips at any time and have the ability to respond in a timely manner to issues that impacts the school or individual students.
The reported issues range from peer pressure, threats, depression, weapons, suicide and bullying. Anyone with access to the web or a smartphone has access to Quick Tip.
The Pendergast Elementary School District, through a partnership with First Things First, have developed the Pendergast Family Resource Center providing quality, comprehensive, diverse and streamlined services centered on a holistic view of early childhood education with neighborhood outreach as a core component. The services offered create a unique collaboration between the educational environment, families and communities combined with staffing support from caring, knowledgeable professionals.
OUR MISSION: The Pendergast Family Resource Center is a family-centered, comprehensive, collaborative and high quality outreach program that supports the development, health and education of all Pendergast Elementary School District families and the surrounding community with a focus on families with children birth to age five.
Superintendent Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux and the Pendergast Elementary School District BEE-LIEVES in your child's future! In her October message, Dr. Matos DeBlieux talks about the new grading system the district will be implementing this year.
New to the Pendergast Elementary School District? Here is how to enroll your child in your neighborhood Pendergast School.
1. REGISTER
2. VOTE
3. MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
Make a payment to the Early Learning Center, P.R.I.D.E. Club or Pre-School online.
You can also make a tax or gift Donation online and help make a positive impact in the lives of our students.
The Pendergast P.R.I.D.E. Club provides high quality and affordable before and after school care at Canyon Breeze, Copper King, Desert Mirage, Garden Lakes, Rio Vista, Sonoran Sky and Sunset Ridge.
The Pendergast Early Learning Center is now registering for the 2018-2019 school year! The ELC, located at the Pendergast Learning Center, offers early care and education for children in a warm and cheerful environment.
Find out what's being served for breakfast and lunch at your school by accessing our new Online Menus >>
My School Bucks provides parents with a secure, fast and convenient method for adding money to their children's school meal accounts.
The Pendergast Wellness Committee would like to invite you to join us at our upcoming meetings. Dates & Times >>
Pendergast is providing the following financial information in order to give our community with an open view of the financial status of Pendergast.
View the District's FY 2019 Adopted Budget at the Arizona Department of Education's website >>
| AVERAGE TEACHER SALARIES (A.R.S. §15-903.E, amended by Laws 2018, Ch. 285, §10) |
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| Average salary of all teachers employed in FY 2019 (budget year): $56,530 |
| Average salary of all teachers employed in FY 2018 (prior year): $51,300 |
| Increase in average teacher salary from the prior year: $5,230 |
| Percentage increase: 10% |
| Comments on average salary calculation (Optional): Includes base contract salary, Classroom Site Fund (Prop 301) base salary, performance pay and 1.06% one-time pay for certified teachers coded to function 1000. |
View the District's Spending Report for FY 2017 prepared by the Arizona Auditor
General >>
View the District's Adopted Budget for Fiscal Year 2018 >>
View the District's Final Revised Budget for Fiscal Year 2018 >>
Pendergast Annual Financial Report for 2018 >>
Understanding the Budget: Find out more about how the Pendergast District spends money by watching this fun and informative video. View the Video >>
Visit the Pendergast Financial Services Department >>
We would like to thank our Partners in Education who's generosity helps us provide an educational experience beyond what is possible with public dollars. These partnerships are vital in helping the community and Pendergast work and grow together.
If you would like your business to become a Partner in Education, please contact Kerry Pohlmeyer at 623-772-2206 or by email at kpohlmeyer@pesd92.org.
Hilda Ortega-Rosales and Family will be Honored by ASU as Part of Hispanic Heritage Month
The Ortega Family will be recognized as part of ASU's Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration for their educational attainment and community service contributions.
AZALAS Honors Pendergast District Board Member and Administrator
The Arizona Association of Latino Superintendents and Administrators (AZALAS) has chosen to honor Jose Arenas, governing board member of the Pendergast School District and Belinda Quezada, principal of Villa de Paz School at its upcoming annual conference on October 28, 2018.
What You Need to Know About Standard-Based Grading (SBG)
Standard-Based Grading is a way for the school or teacher to tell you how your child is progressing toward mastery of a new skill or knowledge. Check out this handy infographic for a better understanding about what SBG is and how it benefits your child.
Student-Parent Handbook 2018-2019
The purpose of this handbook is to inform parents and students of the policies, procedures, and operations of the Pendergast Elementary School District. It presents information highlighting district policies and guidelines necessary for the academic achievement, safety, welfare, and well-being of our students.
Escape the Bus - New for the 2018-19 School Year
When Dr. Matos DeBlieux had a bright idea to recycle a retired bus with an innovative notion. Why not transform the bus and create the Pendergast Puzzle Escape Room Bus for students and adults to enjoy?
The new Escape Bus was recently featured on Know99Television >>
Soccer Schedule and Scores for 2018
The Pendergast District soccer season will be kicking off in October. Be sure to check out the schedule for upcoming games, so you don't miss any of the action.
Pendergast Annual Review 2017-18
The Pendergast Elementary School District is leading the way with a variety of new and innovative learning opportunities. We are proud to offer the very best educational experience for our over 10,000 students, staff and families. The Pendergast Annual Review for 2017-18 looks back at all that we've accomplished, as well as, looks ahead to an amazing 2018-19 school year.
Pendergast Community Breakfast & Monthly Parent Lunches
Pendergast District Superintendent Dr. Lily Matos DeBlieux hosts a monthly Community Cabinet Breakfast, as well as, a monthly Parent Lunch. These are FREE events and open to all parents and community members.
Your Bond Dollars at Work
The community's on-going support for our students, schools and staff has been demonstrated through the approval of Bonds in 2012 and 2016. The District has been using this bond funding to repair and improve our schools and facilities, as well as, to vastly improve and upgrade technology for student learning and District communication.
STEAM Academies Expand with New Opportunities
Here in the Pendergast District, we pride ourself in high academic achievement and innovative learning. Now we are expanding opportunities through the Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) Academies for the 2018-19 school year.
Register Now for the Pride Club Before and After School Program
We recognize the need for families to have an affordable, quality based before and after school program. The Pendergast P.R.I.D.E. Club provides a safe environment where staff guide students and promote their participation in multiple engaging activities.
- P.R.I.D.E. Club Information
- P.R.I.D.E. Club Enrollment Form
- P.R.I.D.E. Club Enrollment Emergency Card
- Parent Handbook
2018-19
Volunteer in the Pendergast Elementary School District and Make a Difference!
We truly appreciate the volunteers that serve in a variety of capacities throughout the Pendergast Elementary School District. Whether in offices, classrooms, playgrounds or on field trips, volunteers enrich the educational experience for Pendergast students. Although working with students is a great responsibility, it is also highly rewarding.
Mortgage Paid Off for School Aide Who's Battling Cancer
Making dreams come true. That's the mission of Charlie Jabaley's Dream Machine Tour. When Jabaley brought his tour to the Phoenix area, he found a special lady who could use a break.
For additional information and past stories about the Pendergast School District, please visit our Media Section.
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