Marana High School is one of two high schools for the town of Marana, Arizona. It was established in 1975.
Academies
The student body is organized into distinct academies, each with a focus on specific career fields. Freshmen are introduced to the academy system through the Freshman Academy. In the Freshman Academy, students cycle through all four of the school's academies, changing at the beginning of each new quarter, so they can make an informed decision in time for their sophomore year. The Arizona School Boards Association awarded the 2010 Golden Bell Award to the program.
Freshman Academy
All freshmen at Marana High School take the Freshmen Success Academy class which combines a nationally-recognized career exploration curriculum with exposure to each of the school's four academies. Each quarter, freshmen rotate to a new FSA teacher with a focus on a different Academy. Freshmen in FSA are mentored by Link Leaders, upperclassmen who aspire to be educators and are enrolled in a career-focused elective to develop teaching skills. Freshmen are also involved in the school-wide Academy Advisory mentoring program, meeting with upperclassmen for weekly mentoring and career exploration with Academy Advisors.
Business and Human Services Academy
The Academy of Business and Human Services focuses on the foundations of a functioning society impacted by professions like business administration, computer programming, marketing, design and merchandising, culinary arts, early childhood professions, and public service careers. Some courses are eligible for Pima Community College credit.
Marana Arts Academy
Marana Arts Academy focuses on the contributions of the arts to a thriving culture and community, with pathways in photography, fine art, digital media, band, orchestra, theatre, dance, guitar, ceramics, and choir.
MedStart Academy
The MedStart Academy focuses on preparing students for careers in medicine, fitness, and health fields.
Science & Technology
The Marana Academy of Science & Technology focuses on problem solving, innovation, and application of technology through specializations in science, agriculture, and technology courses.
In the News
Marana High School is often featured in the news for its outstanding teachers, academic programs, and successful students. This year, James Attebery is recognized by Arizona Athletics and KGUN9 for the Circle K Outstanding High School Faculty Award. The Marana High School was honored in the fall by the Special Olympics program as the National Unified Champion School for the Special Olympics of Arizona. Ayumi Pottenger, graduated in 2015, enter a University of Arizona Research through the EHS-TRUE program.
