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Phoenix Union begins renaming process for Cesar Chavez High School; superintendent to form naming committee and board approves interim 'Champion Circle' label
Summary
The board approved a superintendent-appointed naming committee to solicit nominations for renaming Cesar Chavez High School, reviewed cost estimates for rebranding (superintendent cited about $2.3 million), and voted to informally refer to the school as "Champion Circle High School" while the committee completes its work.
The Phoenix Union High School District Governing Board on March 26 opened a formal, multi-phase process to consider renaming Cesar Chavez High School and approved an interim, informal designation of Champion Circle High School (to preserve the CCHS initials) while community engagement takes place.
Superintendent Andrade outlined a three-phase plan: (1) appoint a superintendent-led naming committee composed of parents, students, alumni, classified staff, the principal and a community member; (2) run nominations and listening sessions with the Chavez community and the district at large; and (3) return a short list (the superintendent suggested three names) and…
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