MUSD Honored with the United Way Education Impact Leader Award!

The Marana Unified School District was honored with the Education Impact Leader Award by the United Way Cradle to Career (C2C) initiative. This prestigious recognition celebrates MUSD’s commitment to advancing educational equity and opportunity for all students.

The C2C initiative, anchored at United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona, is a county-wide collaborative effort focused on improving educational outcomes from birth through career. Its mission is to eliminate racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic disparities while ensuring that every young person has access to the tools and support needed for long-term success.

MUSD was selected for its outstanding leadership and measurable impact across the educational spectrum. From increasing kindergarten readiness to improving high school graduation rates and actively supporting the re-engagement of opportunity youth, MUSD continues to be a driving force in shaping a brighter future for Southern Arizona’s students.

From increasing kindergarten readiness to improving high school graduation rates and actively supporting the re-engagement of opportunity youth, MUSD continues to be a driving force in shaping a brighter future for Southern Arizona’s students.

The Education Impact Leader Award highlights MUSD’s collaborative approach to education—one that aligns with the C2C initiative’s core values of equity, partnership, and systemic change.

As part of the Cradle to Career network, MUSD looks forward to continuing its work with United Way and other community partners to ensure that all children and youth in Pima County have the opportunity to succeed—regardless of their background or circumstance.