MUSD Celebrates New Teachers Completing MUSD Teacher Induction Program

The Marana Unified School District proudly recognizes the dedicated teachers who have completed the district’s two-year teaching induction program.

Designed to support new teachers as they begin their careers in Marana Schools, the program provides mentorship, professional learning, and ongoing guidance and feedback during the teacher’s first two to three years teaching. From technology setup and school procedures to lesson planning, curriculum expectations, and access to district resources and instructional coaching, the program equips teachers with the tools they need to succeed.

“We know people can’t focus on teaching until barriers are removed,” said Christena Tenney, Instruction and Induction Coordinator. “This program ensures new teachers understand not only how we operate and teach within MUSD, but also has the resources, instructional aides, and coaches available to support them.”

We congratulate the following educators on this accomplishment:

• Butterfield Elementary: MaKenna Kidd, Cheyenne Tidaback
• Coyote Trail Elementary: Melissa Avery
• DeGrazia Elementary: Concettina Giallanza
• Dove Mountain K-8: Mia Braunreiter, Marelia Policroniades
• Estes Elementary: Chelsea Parker
• Gladden Farms Elementary: Rebecca Biggard, Karina Gomez
• Ironwood Elementary: Otilia Davis, Lauren Gonzales, Leesa Schmidt
• Marana High: Nathan Chambers, Ann Greene, Madison Karcher, Kieri Palacios, Rebekah Morgan, McKenzie Willis
• Marana Middle: Oliver Barraza, Jason Love, Hailey McDole, Lily Mondragon, Stephanie Smith
• MCAT High: Amber Russell
• Mountain View High: Genesis Buckhalter-Horne, Megan Buckler, Madison Copic, Hailey Labunetz, Kelly Midthun-Schmidt
• Quail Run Elementary: Thomas Stauffer
• Rattlesnake Ridge Elementary: Amanda Rangel
• Roadrunner Elementary: Ryan Biggs
• Tangerine Farms K-8: Camille Chavez
• Tortolita Middle: Samuel Collier, Catherine Doyle
• Twin Peaks K-8: Kevin Davis, Denisse Lynn, Elizabeth Marose, Amanda Macedo, Baylee Slaughter, Bethanny Rogers

MUSD is proud to support and celebrate these educators as they continue to inspire students and contribute excellence across the district.