Esperero Canyon Middle School

Welcome to Esperero Canyon!

Dear Families,

At Esperero Canyon Middle School, we begin and end with our students. Our mission is to know each and every child on campus and to support their growth as confident, capable, and compassionate learners. We are committed to preparing students for high school, college, and careers while nurturing them to become lifelong learners and engaged global citizens. Above all, we want every student to feel a strong sense of belonging, purpose, and pride in who they are.

As a learning community, Esperero provides a rigorous and challenging curriculum that fosters what we call the Deep Learning Proficiencies:
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Communication
Citizenship
Creativity and Innovation
Collaboration
Systems Thinking

Our students engage daily in meaningful instruction across a wide range of subjects, including English language arts, math, science, social studies, physical education, health, and Spanish. For students who are native Spanish speakers or have participated in immersion programs, we proudly offer our Global Studies Program.

Through CFSD’s Community Schools Program, we offer rich extracurricular options that allow students to discover new interests and develop their passions. From sports to study hall, junior naturalists, recycling club, and the annual school musical—there’s something for every Eagle. Many of our clubs also promote stewardship of our beautiful Sonoran Desert environment.

We also love seeing students soar in academic competitions! Eagles can participate in the Geography, History, and Spelling Bees, as well as First Lego League Robotics and Science Olympiad. We are incredibly proud of all that our students achieve.

We invite you to become part of our caring, inclusive, and collaborative school community, where students are:

• Known, respected, and supported

• Challenged by a passionate and dedicated staff

• Prepared to thrive in school and in life

• Empowered to make a difference in their communities and the world

Please feel free to call our office at 520-209-8102. I’d love to meet you and share more about what makes Esperero Canyon such a special place to learn and grow.

Warmly,
Stacey Gist
Principal
Esperero Canyon Middle School