Cooley Early Childhood Development Center
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Higley Unified School District is proud to offer quality early learning programs in our state-of-the-art Early Childhood Development Centers on the campuses of Cooley and Sossaman Middle Schools, which opened in 2013.
Both Centers offer three Early Childhood programs to fit the interests and schedules of all families. Brilliant Beginnings is available for children ages 3-4. We will also offer a Kindergarten Prep program for children ages 4-5 and our Special Education Preschool program.
Classes are taught by certified early childhood educators.
Our Mission
We empower students to be responsible citizens with the knowledge, skills, and work ethic required for success in their future endeavors.
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Announcements
All Higley Unified School District schools and offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day. Regular schedules will resume on Wednesday, November 12th.
Students currently approved for Free school meal benefits based on their SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) eligibility will continue to receive a free breakfast and lunch daily on school days at Higley Unified School District.
These school meal benefits are not impacted by the suspension of November SNAP benefit monies due to the current government shutdown.
If your family has been affected by the government shutdown, we encourage you to re-apply if your income has decreased.
Families can re-apply for free/reduced meal benefits at any time during the school year by completing another application at https://linqconnect.com.
If you are in need of additional meal assistance during this time, 2-1-1 Arizona has a variety of resources in our area including food banks that can provide meals for free.
If you would like to assist those in need during this time, our #HigleyHelps district-wide service initiative is a great place to start. Many of our schools are hosting food drives and other events to provide for our community. Visit the #HigleyHelps page of our website to see a list of service projects happening now, or to connect with one of our schools.
We are excited to announce that every in-person school in the Higley Unified School District (HUSD) has earned an “A” letter grade from the Arizona Department of Education for the 2024–25 school year. This achievement reflects the district’s commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and high-quality research-based instruction across all campuses. Learn more about this outstanding accomplishment by clicking here.
We are excited to announce the Higley Unified School District Governing Board approved Mr. David Loutzenheiser for the role of Superintendent for the 2025-26 School Year. Mr. Loutzenheiser was most recently the Executive Director of Secondary Education and Athletics for Higley Unified and is looking forward to continuing to work with students, staff and families. See his message to the community here.
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![Every In-Person Higley Unified School Earned State’s ‘A’ Rating]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761775812/husdorg/rknvkfqmzmhnuz2pug7c/ARated5x5.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761775812/husdorg/rknvkfqmzmhnuz2pug7c/ARated5x5.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761775812/husdorg/rknvkfqmzmhnuz2pug7c/ARated5x5.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761775812/husdorg/rknvkfqmzmhnuz2pug7c/ARated5x5.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761775812/husdorg/rknvkfqmzmhnuz2pug7c/ARated5x5.png","width":1500}])
Every in-person school in the Higley Unified School District (HUSD) has earned an “A” letter grade from the Arizona Department of Education for the 2024–25 school year. This achievement reflects the district’s commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and high-quality research-based instruction across all campuses.
![Cross-Campus Connections]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1760984489/husdorg/yl9s9o5baa7daqagfweh/HUPR8984.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1760984489/husdorg/yl9s9o5baa7daqagfweh/HUPR8984.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1760984489/husdorg/yl9s9o5baa7daqagfweh/HUPR8984.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1760984489/husdorg/yl9s9o5baa7daqagfweh/HUPR8984.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1760984489/husdorg/yl9s9o5baa7daqagfweh/HUPR8984.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1760984489/husdorg/yl9s9o5baa7daqagfweh/HUPR8984.jpg","width":2200}])
Higley Unified School District (HUSD) proudly serves the community through 15 campuses, each contributing to a thoughtfully designed educational pathway known as the feeder school system.
![Strong Communities at the Forefront of the HUSD Business & Community Partner Breakfast]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758308571/husdorg/c2eunsoazlmgzynej6pk/2025FallBPB-38.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758308571/husdorg/c2eunsoazlmgzynej6pk/2025FallBPB-38.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1758308571/husdorg/c2eunsoazlmgzynej6pk/2025FallBPB-38.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1758308571/husdorg/c2eunsoazlmgzynej6pk/2025FallBPB-38.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1758308571/husdorg/c2eunsoazlmgzynej6pk/2025FallBPB-38.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1758308571/husdorg/c2eunsoazlmgzynej6pk/2025FallBPB-38.jpg","width":2200}])
Participants gathered to celebrate student achievement and brainstorm ways they can all work together to strengthen local schools and the community.
![Every Day Counts in HUSD]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756338343/husdorg/utgufrwifr10vmprslmk/AttendanceAddsUp.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756338343/husdorg/utgufrwifr10vmprslmk/AttendanceAddsUp.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756338343/husdorg/utgufrwifr10vmprslmk/AttendanceAddsUp.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756338343/husdorg/utgufrwifr10vmprslmk/AttendanceAddsUp.png","width":1080}])
Higley Unified School District (HUSD) is proud to announce its partnership with the Arizona School Public Relations Association (ASPRA) in support of the Every Day Counts attendance campaign.
Higley Unified School District
16
Schools located in Gilbert & Queen Creek
13500
Students in grades PreK-12
1600
Employees across our district
96%
Highest graduation rate of any large district in Arizona