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Academic Rigor
Offering honors-level classes in English, math, science and social studies, challenging elective courses, H.S. credits in math and Spanish, and more.
Prioritizing PBIS
TMS establishes clear expectations for the behavior expected in all classrooms and areas of school. Students are explicitly taught these expectations, and we apply positive reinforcement and consistent consequences.
Tortolita is again a “B”!
Our efforts have paid off as we have improved our school letter grade once again. Tortolita is a “B”! We are excited to build on this positive momentum and continue our efforts to grow and develop each of our Tortolita Cougars.
Competitive Athletics Program
12 different sports to choose from: Boys tackle football, flag football, cross country, volleyball, soccer, wrestling, basketball, baseball, softball, and track and field.
EPIC Celebration
"Effort Points" gain admittance to the EPIC Celebration a full-day of FUN with sports challenges, karaoke, climbing inflatables, food, and more!
News & Events
Cougar News
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Rattlesnake Ridge 6th grade student Bryant Banzhaf claimed the title of Spelling Bee champion. Other spelling bee winners hailed from Twin Peaks K-8, Marana Middle, Tortolita Middle, and Butterfield Elementary.
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Vista is a new personalized learning program for 9th - 12th grade students. Located on a newly designed campus, students can dive deeper into core academics and topics of interest while developing professional skills for the future. Application open Jan. 21. Attend an Info Session to learn more!
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Apply now for benefits! Applications are now being accepted for free or reduced-price school meals in 2025! Families must re-apply each year and one application can be used for all children in the household.
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Vote TODAY! Help MUSD retain the title of Best Place to Work! Celebrate your favorite school, teacher, and/or principal by voting in the Tucson Local Media Best of the Northwest contest!
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Parents and the community are invited to attend the Marana Vista Academy Parent Info Nights to learn about the new personalized learning high school program opening in Fall 2025 in the Continental Ranch neighborhood.
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Find your career at Marana Schools! MUSD is hosting a Job Fair on Saturday, Feb 1 from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Mountain View High School Library. Numerous support staff and certified/exempt positions across MUSD schools and the District are being filled.
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MUSD’s Marana Cares Mobile food bus will be on the streets again during the upcoming 2024 Winter Break serving FREE, nutritious and delicious meals to ALL children.
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MUSD is one of the 60 Local Education Agencies (LEAs) chosen to participate in the 2024-2025 Energy Champions Leading the Advancement of Sustainable Schools program.
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Cultural Event Night brought families together for a hands-on journey into the art of painting and etching horse hair ornaments.
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The renewal of the existing override allows us to continue to offer full-day kindergarten, elementary and secondary school electives, access to counselors, and protect class sizes. The approved increase of approximately $5 million will be used for people, specifically to increase teacher and support staff salaries and wages.
Upcoming Events
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Tortolita Middle School
MUSD Technology Center, 13370 N. Lon Adams Road, Marana, AZ 85653
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MUSD Technology Center, 13370 N. Lon Adams Road, Marana, AZ 85653
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Dove Mountain CSTEM K-8 5650 W. Moore Road MaranaAZ85658
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Marana Middle School 11285 W. Grier Rd. Marana, AZ
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Twin Peaks K-8 School 7995 W. Twin Peaks Rd. Tucson, AZ
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Tortolita Middle School 4101 W. Hardy Rd. Tucson, AZ
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All Elementary Schools (Excludes K-8)
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Tortolita Middle School 4101 W. Hardy Rd. Tucson, AZ
Highlights
Home of the Cougars, we believe that children need many avenues for learning and those outside of the classroom are equally important.
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The academic, behavioral, emotional and social needs of middle school students require us to ensure that our approaches and supports are tailored to meet those needs. Teachers are organized into interdisciplinary teams so that they can work collaboratively on behalf of the students they serve.
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Our school offers art, band, ceramics, drama, guitar and orchestra. We also have advanced classes in art, ceramics and drama for 8th graders. Students have opportunities to perform on campus and in the community.
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Every student at our school receives a Chromebook and our teachers are trained to use these devices to enhance learning.
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Collaborative partnerships allow our school to leverage family, school, and community resources to remove barriers to learning and provide essentials to families in need.
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Tortolita Middle School is pleased to announce the achievement of Level 1 certification in Marzano High-Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means our school has created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation for every level that follows.