School News

Principal's Message

Welcome to Tumbleweed Elementary School! Click here to read a welcome message from our principal, Kimberly Gessner.

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Tumbleweed Student Recieves Perfect Score on AzM2 Assessment

Congratulations to Justyn D.! Justyn was one of only 40 students district-wide to recieve a perfect score on the AzM2 assessment.

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Programs and Services

Tumbleweed Elementary School is proud to offer a variety of programs and services to our students and families. Click to learn more about the great programs we offer.

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School Information

Families, please click here to view information about our school including campus hours, contact information, attendance policies, transportation information and much more!

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Upcoming Events

Main Phone: 602-896-6600
Attendance: 602-896-6611

School Hours: 7:30 a.m. -2:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m

Office Hours: 7:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m.
Early Release Wednesdays: 7:00 a.m. -2:30 p.m.

Principal: Kimberly Gessner

Tumbleweed Elementary School is a preschool through sixth grade public school nestled on approximately 17 acres of land between Cactus Road and Peoria Avenue on 39th Ave. We have amazing academic programs and activities to meet the needs of our students and community. Tumbleweed's curriculum is fully aligned with State Standards. Tumbleweed provides intervention, gifted services, Art, Music, and PE for all grade levels.

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Congratulations to the April 2025 SUPER Kids and SUPER Staff

Recipients at Maryland, Ocotillo, Orangewood and in the WESD Human Resources Department were celebrated for their academic achievements and contributions to education!

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Join Us for Our Job Fair on May 14

Get your career started with the WESD! We are hiring teachers, instructional assistants and support staff in our Head Start, Kidspace, Maintenance and Transportation Departments!

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Register Your Future Kindergartner for Jumpstart

Help your child get ready to be successful in kindergarten! Registration is now open for summer kindergarten Jumpstart classes!

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WESD Announces 2025 Lamp of Learning Recipients

Seventeen extraordinary individuals have been selected to receive the District's highest recognition, the Lamp of Learning award!

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