School History
OUR ROOTS
Scales Technology Academy, then known as Scales School. opened in January of 1969. The school was named in honor of longtime District teachers, Lucille and Eddie Scales, each serving 37 years in Tempe Elementary. Lucille taught all grade levels in the classroom, as well as physical education, art, and librarian. Eddie taught sixth grade and music, and later served as Supervisor of Music.
NEW ERA OF EDUCATION
Scales ushered in a new era of education in 2008, when the school underwent a complete rebuild. During this time, the school was reimagined to Scales Technology Academy, placing an extra emphasis in technology integration.
FAST FACTS
| ESTABLISHED | ENROLLMENT |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 460 students |
Celebrating 150 Years of Tempe Elementary Schools
For more than 150 years, Tempe Elementary Schools has provided community-inspired education serving the families of Tempe, Phoenix, Guadalupe, and beyond. Explore the district timeline to journey through our key milestones and transformative events that highlight our evolution into a modern educational leader.