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Chaparral High School Profile Video

Chaparral High School transcends the ordinary, empowering students to excel in academics, explore diverse career pathways, and thrive in a dynamic and supportive community. At Chaparral, we are committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive learning environment that positions students for unparalleled success in their post-secondary journey. Known for its rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum, Chaparral High School offers Advanced Placement, Dual Enrollment, Career and Technical Education, Special Education, and English Language Learner programs. Students thrive in a vibrant campus community with award-winning athletics, acclaimed arts programs, and over 70 student clubs. Accredited by Cognia and rated “A” by the Arizona Department of Education, CHS serves students from across Maricopa County, with more than 30% enrolling from outside its attendance boundaries.

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From Scottsdale to Broadway: Chap Alum Sam Primack Joins the Pod

Enjoy this exciting episode of the "SUSD Spotlight" podcast, where we sit down with Sam Primack, a talented musical theatre actor and SUSD alum, to discuss his impressive journey from Arizona to the bright lights of Broadway. Sam is most well-known from the final Broadway and National Tour casts of "Dear Evan Hansen," where he has performed the role across the country and in New York. We'll explore his experiences, the impact of his SUSD education, and his recent masterclass at Chaparral High School for current Firebirds.

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Gold Dust Avenue

In this episode of the "SUSD Spotlight" podcast, we are treated to a conversation with some voices behind “Gold Dust Avenue,” an a cappella group in SUSD that shines. Led by Dr. Sammy Brauer (who has been teaching music in SUSD since 2007) and featuring student singers such as Lillian Apostolou, Gold Dust Avenue has made Chaparral High School proud by placing 2nd in the 2024 SingStrong New York School Competition with five superior ratings, plus Lillian winning for Best Arrangement. Today, we’ll learn more about some amazing musicianship in our schools, the SingStrong event, and hear the group sing an arrangement.

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Chaparral High School hosts Future Ready Conference for CTE Students

Chaparral High School hosted the 2025 Future Ready Conference, an event presented by the Scottsdale Unified School District Career and Technical Education department in partnership with Scottsdale Rotary.

The full-day program brought together more than 480 CTE students to explore careers, develop professional skills and connect with industry leaders, according to a press release.

Students participated in workshops covering academic and workplace pathways, including:

Professional skills: Networking, personal branding, dress for success and tie-tying instruction

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2025 State Champion Chaparral Girls Golf

In this episode of the SUSD Spotlight Podcast, we’re celebrating an incredible accomplishment in our district athletics as we sit down with members of the 2025 State Champion Chaparral High School girls golf team. Joining us are standout players Isabel Helgemoe and Maryn Decreamer, whose performances, leadership, and dedication helped secure the state title and continue Chaparral’s tradition of excellence. We’ll talk about the journey to the championship, the teamwork behind their success, and what's next. 

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Chaparral High School students brings musical ‘Ride the Cyclone’ to life in December

Chaparral High School Theatre students will perform the musical ‘Ride the Cyclone’ later this year.

The show will run from Dec. 4-6 at 7 p.m. in the Chaparral Auditorium, according to a press release.

“Set in the quirky and mysterious town of Uranium City, “Ride the Cyclone” follows six members of the Saint Cassian High School Chamber Choir who meet an unexpected fate on a roller coaster. Guided by a fortune-telling machine...

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Class of ’25: You have risen to the challenge

Dear SUSD Class of 2025,

As you prepare to cross the graduation stage and take the next big step in your life’s journey, know that we see in you a class that has risen to the challenges, embraced opportunity, and is ready to reach new heights.

The Scottsdale Unified School District is proud to have been a part of your story. My favorite memories are those of cheering you on during academic celebrations, theatrical performances, and sporting events. The commitment this class has shown to academics, arts, and athletics runs deep, and your talents are limitless.

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OUR SCHOOL

Arizona has always been a destination for adventurers and visionaries. Chief among them, Scottsdale’s founder, Chaplain Winfield Scott. Within a couple of years of arriving in the Valley of the Sun, he quickly realized offering a premiere educational experience was key to providing pioneers a reason to stay in Scottsdale and, with that, the Scottsdale School System was born.

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