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2026-2027 Open Enrollment Applications Now Available!
Inspire your child's passion for learning and leading with Madison School District. Open Enrollment applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now being accepted.
Welcome to Madison Simis
Madison Simis Elementary is an award-winning elementary school in the Madison School District, serving students from preschool through 4th grade. For elementary students, we offer the globally recognized International Baccalaureate Program (IB), and the Calico Spanish program which uses music, visual aids, and fun activities to introduce young students to Spanish.
Madison is Now Using ParentSquare
Madison School District is excited to announce that we are adopting a new school-to-home communication tool for the 2025-2026 school year called ParentSquare.
Madison Education Foundation
The Madison Education Foundation's mission is to advance opportunities that enrich educational excellence beyond the traditional curriculum for the students of the Madison School District.
Enrichment Classes at Madison
Looking for something fun for your child to do after school? Check out our engaging enrichment classes, offered on-site by vendors!
Join Us at Our Job Fair on July 15!
Madison is currently hiring teachers and guest teachers, bus drivers, before & after school staff, and more for the 2026-2027 school year! Join us at our job fair on July 15 to meet some of the team and learn more about working at Madison.
Mission & Philosophy
Our commitment to providing a high quality, challenging, international education is rooted in our objective to encourage students to wonder, question, and take action to forward their beliefs. Through this process, we can help build strong, resilient, and capable learners. Supported by a foundation of strong parent involvement, community partnerships, and a curriculum that focuses on the development of students' intellectual, social, emotional, and physical well-being, Madison Simis fosters a warm culture, a modern environment, and a framework that inspires inquiry and a lifetime love of learning.
Learn More About Madison Simis
![Madison simis students with a poster board that says "Life Below Water"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730317653/madisonazorg/ysu3fplwkkidht5wtpq2/Simis_1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730317653/madisonazorg/ysu3fplwkkidht5wtpq2/Simis_1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1730317653/madisonazorg/ysu3fplwkkidht5wtpq2/Simis_1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1730317653/madisonazorg/ysu3fplwkkidht5wtpq2/Simis_1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1730317653/madisonazorg/ysu3fplwkkidht5wtpq2/Simis_1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1730317653/madisonazorg/ysu3fplwkkidht5wtpq2/Simis_1.png","width":2200}])
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![Fruit on a table]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742935072/madisonazorg/jylnh2asb35ucpjprute/DSC_0459_milk.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742935072/madisonazorg/jylnh2asb35ucpjprute/DSC_0459_milk.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742935072/madisonazorg/jylnh2asb35ucpjprute/DSC_0459_milk.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742935072/madisonazorg/jylnh2asb35ucpjprute/DSC_0459_milk.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742935072/madisonazorg/jylnh2asb35ucpjprute/DSC_0459_milk.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742935072/madisonazorg/jylnh2asb35ucpjprute/DSC_0459_milk.png","width":2173}])
![Ms. Mooney being award A+ teacher by 12 news in her classroom with her student, student's parent, and assistant principal next to her]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1741195454/madisonazorg/m9ucaoiabrjglcfeuywq/IMG_1010.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1741195454/madisonazorg/m9ucaoiabrjglcfeuywq/IMG_1010.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1741195454/madisonazorg/m9ucaoiabrjglcfeuywq/IMG_1010.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1741195454/madisonazorg/m9ucaoiabrjglcfeuywq/IMG_1010.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1741195454/madisonazorg/m9ucaoiabrjglcfeuywq/IMG_1010.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1741195454/madisonazorg/m9ucaoiabrjglcfeuywq/IMG_1010.jpg","width":1761}])
![Simis teacher teaching to students with a poster that asks "How are plants beneficial to our existence?"]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1742935377/madisonazorg/yryfal6o8hbyts3unral/DSC_0289.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1742935377/madisonazorg/yryfal6o8hbyts3unral/DSC_0289.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1742935377/madisonazorg/yryfal6o8hbyts3unral/DSC_0289.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1742935377/madisonazorg/yryfal6o8hbyts3unral/DSC_0289.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1742935377/madisonazorg/yryfal6o8hbyts3unral/DSC_0289.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1742935377/madisonazorg/yryfal6o8hbyts3unral/DSC_0289.png","width":1768}])
From Our Community
![photo of parent Nick Verderame]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756137092/madisonazorg/ylquuoddjzw9tnzvwfwm/Nick.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756137092/madisonazorg/ylquuoddjzw9tnzvwfwm/Nick.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1756137092/madisonazorg/ylquuoddjzw9tnzvwfwm/Nick.png","width":578}])
"The community at Simis is great. The teachers have been wonderful. It's got a reputation for being a bigger school but the teachers do a great job with one on one attention to students and are always able to speak very informedly about your child, what would be good for your child, and what your child may need to improve on. It's really clear when you get to know the staff at Madison Simis, how much effort, time, and thought they put in to making sure that your child a great social experience but also gets pushed academically so they keep moving forward."
News & Events
Latest News
![photo of Lora Dryden]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779395283/madisonazorg/lh5sgabbw7vsde9ulwej/unnamed5.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779395283/madisonazorg/lh5sgabbw7vsde9ulwej/unnamed5.png","width":415}])
We are thrilled to welcome Lora Dryden back to the Madison community, where she originally began her career as both a student teacher and educator.
Ms. Dryden returns with an impressive background in instructional coaching and educational leadership, including six years of dedicated service as an assistant principal in a neighboring school district. Her experience, passion for student success, and strong instructional expertise make her an outstanding addition to the Madison family.
We are excited to welcome her back to Madison and look forward to the leadership and support she will bring to our students, staff, and families.
![photo of Ashley Bohlman]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1779395201/madisonazorg/gruk358n3qia6y4vgeye/unnamed4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1779395201/madisonazorg/gruk358n3qia6y4vgeye/unnamed4.png","width":416}])
We are pleased to announce that Ashley Bohlman, current assistant principal at Madison Simis Elementary School, will step into the role of interim principal.
Ashley Bohlman has been a dedicated leader within the Simis community, consistently supporting students, staff, and families with care and commitment. Her leadership experience and strong connection to the school community make her exceptionally well suited for this role.
The Simis community is in great hands, and we look forward to her continued leadership and positive impact during this transition.
![photo of new field at Madison Simis with students facing the new scoreboard]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759256793/madisonazorg/xaxow95wdtkiyhzq5pcq/1.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759256793/madisonazorg/xaxow95wdtkiyhzq5pcq/1.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759256793/madisonazorg/xaxow95wdtkiyhzq5pcq/1.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1759256793/madisonazorg/xaxow95wdtkiyhzq5pcq/1.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1759256793/madisonazorg/xaxow95wdtkiyhzq5pcq/1.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759256793/madisonazorg/xaxow95wdtkiyhzq5pcq/1.png","width":2002}])
We celebrated the dedication of the new Ketel Marte Field at Madison Simis Elementary School! A heartfelt thank-you to the Diamondbacks Foundation,
RAMMS, APS, and all of our amazing partners who made this incredible community project possible 
“Youth sports connect the community with families gathering in the sidelines, volunteers coaching and mentoring, and children learning teamwork and perseverance side-by-side.” -Lindsay Murray, Principal of Madison Simis Elementary School
We can’t wait to see our Simis students and athletes create memories, grow, and thrive on this beautiful new field!
![photo of Kayla Miller with APS Staff and Simis principals]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759256657/madisonazorg/rtjovla1ejyzbmu2vxfd/6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759256657/madisonazorg/rtjovla1ejyzbmu2vxfd/6.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759256657/madisonazorg/rtjovla1ejyzbmu2vxfd/6.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759256657/madisonazorg/rtjovla1ejyzbmu2vxfd/6.png","width":1080}])
Big shoutout to Madison Simis rockstar teachers Kayla Miller! They were awarded APS Supply My Class Grants, $500 each to bring even more magic to their classrooms! 
Huge thanks to Arizona Public Service - APS for supporting our amazing teachers and students! 
![photo of Rita Atkinson and Kendra Lewis with Simis principals and APS Staff]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759256491/madisonazorg/f6t5jqgfswjprdlshekh/5.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759256491/madisonazorg/f6t5jqgfswjprdlshekh/5.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759256491/madisonazorg/f6t5jqgfswjprdlshekh/5.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759256491/madisonazorg/f6t5jqgfswjprdlshekh/5.png","width":1080}])
Big shoutout to Madison Simis rockstar teachers Rita Atkinson and Kendra Lewis! They were awarded APS Supply My Class Grants, $500 each to bring even more magic to their classrooms!
Huge thanks to Arizona Public Service - APS for supporting our amazing teachers and students!
![photo of Simis staff and Sprouts employees]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727217067/madisonazorg/xpqctbcxtsa6gf5d0h7r/Simis.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727217067/madisonazorg/xpqctbcxtsa6gf5d0h7r/Simis.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1727217067/madisonazorg/xpqctbcxtsa6gf5d0h7r/Simis.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1727217067/madisonazorg/xpqctbcxtsa6gf5d0h7r/Simis.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727217067/madisonazorg/xpqctbcxtsa6gf5d0h7r/Simis.jpg","width":1475}])
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about DIGGS Program at Simis Awarded $8,450 Grant from Sprouts
![photo of Ms. Mooney with parent and student]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1725483358/madisonazorg/w5puo1cedaikquodiycu/MsMooneyATeacher.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1725483358/madisonazorg/w5puo1cedaikquodiycu/MsMooneyATeacher.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1725483358/madisonazorg/w5puo1cedaikquodiycu/MsMooneyATeacher.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1725483358/madisonazorg/w5puo1cedaikquodiycu/MsMooneyATeacher.png","width":1080}])
🎉 Congratulations to Ms. Jessica Mooney, 2nd grade teacher at Madison Simis Elementary School, on being named a 12 News A+ Teacher!
Ms. Mooney was nominated by Abra, the parent of one of Ms. Mooney’s former students. “I felt like in his year with you, he grew so much as a person, and that’s what any parent hopes happens with their kid. You helped him find his voice, and helped him learn how to advocate for himself, and be more accepted, and I’m forever grateful for that,” she shared.
Thanks so much to Trisha Hendricks and 12 News for recognizing and celebrating the amazing work our teachers do for their students!
Watch the full video segment here: https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/a-plus-teacher/12news-a-plus-teacher-jessica-mooney-madison-simis-elementary-arizona/75-eda3f83d-7b93-4b60-a37f-b64bdeafba61
![image of Simis Elementary School with confetti and U.S. News & World Report Best Schools Logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1708533476/madisonazorg/svmblyiqlp2ui7fqnkqg/simis.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1708533476/madisonazorg/svmblyiqlp2ui7fqnkqg/simis.png","width":375}])
Congratulations to Madison Simis Elementary on ranking as a 2024 Best Public Elementary School.
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