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Updated April 28, 2022: Chinle Junior High Principal Melissa Martin was honored this week as a Milken Educator Award winner during an assembly she thought was to welcome Supt. of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman.
Supt. Hoffman described how Martin’s helps, loves and supports students and provided them with necessities during the COVID-19 pandemic, which hit the Navajo Nation particularly hard.
See what schools are doing to help students catch up on learning loss during the pandemic, decrease absences, and how decreased enrollment affects students and staff.
Enrollment dropped. Absences soared. How one Arizona school is fighting pandemic learning loss https://t.co/30fdvwN63X
— azcentral (@azcentral) April 28, 2022
The latest dashboard update shows that confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 2,021,524 as of Wednesday, April 27, 2022, in Arizona, up 2,350 cases from last week, and 29,951 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
This week’s #COVID19 data dashboard adds 2,350 cases and 99 deaths.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) April 27, 2022
If you’ve recently tested positive for COVID-19, stay up to date with our recommended steps to ensure you protect yourself and others: https://t.co/1RCEi4iN09 #ReduceTheSpread pic.twitter.com/CqYp7MuWEp
In March, fully vaccinated and boosted individuals were 13 times less likely to be hospitalized and 19 times less likely to die when compared to the unvaccinated. #RollUpYourSleeve
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) April 27, 2022
Learn more in today’s blog: https://t.co/842AE5IATV pic.twitter.com/2EibcAvOp1
Moderna said it asked U.S. regulators to authorize its COVID vaccine for children under the age of 6, which would make it the first shot against the coronavirus available for those under 5-years-old https://t.co/tE5aCHHDaB pic.twitter.com/oMqwC24Pjt
— Reuters (@Reuters) April 28, 2022
In Maricopa County there are 1,277,230 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 254,402 in Pima County, 132,365 in Pinal County, 62,685 in Yuma County, 57,442 in Mohave County, 48,065 in Yavapai County, 43,766 in Coconino County, 38,236 in Navajo County, 31,506 in Cochise County, 22,460 in Apache County, 17,295 in Gila County, 16,659 in Santa Cruz County, 11,987 in Graham County, 5,209 in La Paz County and 2,217 in Greenlee County.
Wondering if it’s #COVID19? Find FREE testing in Mesa, Tolleson & Phoenix today 4/27 👇
— Maricopa County Public Health (@Maricopahealth) April 27, 2022
⏰7AM-10PM: Tolleson Veterans Park, 8650 W Van Buren St
⏰10AM-4PM: DocGo, 7143 E Main St, Mesa (appt req’d: https://t.co/Mr4325LqF6)
⏰1-4PM: St Vincent De Paul, 420 W Watkins Rd pic.twitter.com/Ja1keFWdyc
This National Infant Immunization Week, it’s more important than ever to help protect children from vaccine-preventable diseases. Talk to your child’s doctor to make sure they are on track with routinely recommended vaccinations.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) April 27, 2022
For more information: https://t.co/F0r3IDpERb pic.twitter.com/8bU9NVsSRH
Dr. Fauci says that the U.S. is “ou tof the pandemic phase.” While Arizona doctors agree, they caution that #COVID19 isn’t gonehttps://t.co/GLpZ3o5v1X pic.twitter.com/dWUdpiiMe8
— azfamily 3TV CBS 5 (@azfamily) April 28, 2022
Yuma Elementary School District One students and their families had fun doing different activities during Family Sensory night.
🧩🧩 Family Sensory Night at Dorothy Hall was AMAZING! Kids and family members traveled to different stations, each one offering a fun, sensory activity. #ONEteam #ONEcommunity #YSD🥇 #YSD1DorothyHall #autismawarenessmonth pic.twitter.com/GVlSxVVRFh
— Yuma District 1 (@YumaDistrict1) April 28, 2022
Remember to thank teachers for all they do during Teacher Appreciation Week.
Teaching is a work of HEART! Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week May 2-6 #ThankATeacher❤️
— NationalPTA (@NationalPTA) April 28, 2022
Join us as we honor and celebrate educators past and present and give them the extra credit they deserve. https://t.co/8uNi5w1fD6 pic.twitter.com/oITHrsNfSU
See how Canyon Springs School celebrated STEM with AZ SciTech Festival.
Great night celebrating #STEM with @CanyonSpringsDV and @AZSciTechFest! https://t.co/By5rxFTk91
— Maricopa County School Superintendent Steve Watson (@mcschoolsup) April 28, 2022
Arizona State University fashion students find a way to ease the stress their fellow college students may be feeling during finals week.
Ask any college student: Finals week can often bring a lot of stress, but some @ASUHIDA students didn’t want that to be the case for their peers this semester.
— ASU News (@asunews) April 28, 2022
Learn about their pop-up fashion event happening through May 5.https://t.co/8PYzGJnxgC
Kyrene Schools celebrates a student honored as a finalist for School Connect’s Student Champion of the Year.
CONGRATULATIONS! Kyrene del Cielo student Leah Y. was a finalist for the School Connect Student Champion of the Year Award (Grades K-6)!! Another student may have received the actual award, but Leah is certainly a champion in Kyrene and we are very, very proud of her! #KyreneKids pic.twitter.com/ok5nM9sQua
— KyreneSchools (@KyreneSchools) April 28, 2022
Students interested in learning about film production this summer might want to take a look at this class at Scottsdale Community College this summer.
🎥 Enrollment for SCC’s Introduction to Film Production Camp is open!
— ScottsdaleCC (@ScottsdaleCC) April 28, 2022
HS students: receive hands-on experience shooting narrative & doc projects, operating cameras, lighting & editing. Includes production of 2 short films.https://t.co/gptSOVVyak #ScottsdaleCC #SummerCamp pic.twitter.com/q9InV2fJcv
Read two books and get three free rides at the Pima County Fair.
The Pima County Fair Read and Ride Program offers THREE FREE RIDES for school ages children grades K-8 who read 2 books and complete the form at https://t.co/1NJTaJ8b6v, through May 1st. Parent signature is required. Redeem at guest services near the front entrance. pic.twitter.com/9Aj0ktLPh3
— Marana Unified (@MaranaSchools) April 28, 2022
Rio Rico High School students in sports medicine and health share their knowledge.
The RRHS Sports Medicine class shares their expertise with Ms. Kotnour’s Health classes. pic.twitter.com/YJuwayuwA0
— SCV35Communications (@scv35_comm) April 28, 2022
April 26, 2022
Maryvale High School Special Education Teacher Kareem Neal has been named the first Arizona teacher named to the National Teachers Hall of Fame which was established to bring recognition to the outstanding teachers around the nation.
Neal, who has taught for 20 years, worked three jobs to support himself early in his profession, and he told azcentral.com that he aims to help his students develop the skills necessary to be work independently or in supportive group spaces.
The face you make when you realize you were just named the first AZ Teacher ever inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame. I’m super proud of my 20+ years of work and wish I could share every piece of the plaque with the 100s of students I’ve taught in my career. pic.twitter.com/0M9dBe32RN
— Kareem Neal (@kareem_neal) April 11, 2022
Three cheers for Mr. Neal!!
— Brilliant Sky Media (@Brillskymedia) April 22, 2022
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The @MVPantherNation teacher is Arizona’s first teacher inducted into the Nat’l Teachers Hall of Fame!
Tonight at 10 on @arizonapbs:@kareem_neal joins @tedatpbs to discuss this honor, his amazing career, and why he loves being in the classroom. pic.twitter.com/sbJR9bBRTp
Do yourself a favor and get to know the kids in special education classrooms. They constantly teach me so much about living life with love and authenticity. https://t.co/ibbJm6bmir #brandambassador #mindset #specialeducation @kcusnavy @athletefoundry pic.twitter.com/qnwlKmGuvf
— Kareem Neal (@kareem_neal) April 22, 2022
The Arizona Department of Education is continuing to express the state’s appreciation for teachers as part of its Whether it’s for keeping our students safe or making them smart like their parents, Arizona teachers deserve a thank you for all they do to support our communities. Use #TYteachers or https://t.co/XsRPSrO0kt to thank a teacher today! pic.twitter.com/vslh7PV5gx
Every Arizona teacher deserves a thank you for their vital work in educating our communities. To show our appreciation for their support, @azedschools is proud to launch our #TYteachers Campaign! Use #TYteachers or visit https://t.co/9IXsI3IrNG to thank the teachers in your life. pic.twitter.com/YfTocNPiF1
— Kathy Hoffman (@Supt_Hoffman) April 11, 2022
Is there a teacher in your child’s life you want to thank? Tell us why you appreciate them using #TYteachers or at https://t.co/XsRPSs5Bc1. pic.twitter.com/pxTYvsRtXS
— Arizona Department of Education (@azedschools) April 25, 2022
Glendale Community College is hosting a volunteer fair to wrap up volunteer month!
Join us for the volunteer fair to wrap up Volunteer Month. 🙌
— Glendale Community College (@gccaz) April 26, 2022
A variety of organizations will be present to share available ways in which you can give back to your local community through volunteerism. 🤗
April 27, Wednesday-10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. pic.twitter.com/wD4ni3xsp4
Scottsdale Community College is providing free workshops on stress and anxiety as finals near.
🤯 Feeling stressed as the demands of the semester pile up? Anxious about the future? Want to learn to handle stress & anxiety in healthy ways?
— ScottsdaleCC (@ScottsdaleCC) April 25, 2022
Join TACKLING STRESS, Thur, Apr 28, 3-4:15 pm. https://t.co/ifeWRbJKmr Workshops are free & open to the public. #ScottsdaleCC #Wellness pic.twitter.com/hrlZyA2wQU
The school year is coming to a close, but Creighton School District is still working hard to make sure all their teachers are able to tackle the challenge!
Creighton hosted their last Community Council for the school year! Victoria Saylor from Common Sense Media joined to talk about screen time for kids, cyber bullying and tips for cyber safety. Thank you to our community for your support and participation. pic.twitter.com/qnay2MTeFM
— Creighton School District (@csdsocial) April 25, 2022
Families gathered to enjoy spring during The Creighton Academy’s family picnic day.
The weather 🌞 was perfect for The Creighton Academy family picnic day. Students ate lunch with their families and spent a little time playing🤸♂️❤️ pic.twitter.com/FXyCaTFimO
— Creighton School District (@csdsocial) April 26, 2022
Take a look at ASU’s graduating class of 2022, who have endured through the pandemic and shutdown to earn their degrees.
From T-shirt designers to chemistry students, this year’s #ASUgrad class has students from all backgrounds who have excelled during tumultuous times to shine next to their peers.
— Arizona State University (@ASU) April 26, 2022
ASU’S LGBTQ+ organizations emphasize the importance of representation in academia.
LGBTQ+ graduate researchers and academics are advocating for more queer people in University leadership positions and increased community emphasis.https://t.co/DWQbi2smCD
— The State Press (@statepress) April 26, 2022
April 21, 2022
Tomorrow is Earth Day, so take a little time to think about what you can do to make our world a better place now and for future generations and take this short quiz about Earth Day while you’re at it.
Celebrate Earth Day by testing your green knowledge with this 8-question quiz. https://t.co/Lxx542UNXo
— Arizona Daily Sun (@azds) April 21, 2022
In a world overflowing with discarded things, it’s important to know how long trash will hang around. https://t.co/05exxxb6kZ
— Arizona Daily Sun (@azds) April 21, 2022
Schools are providing shelter for people’s whose homes are in danger from the Tunnel Fire in Flagstaff.
We just arrived to Sinagua Middle School where the @RedCross has made this an evacuation center & shelter for #TunnelFire victims.
— Christine Stanwood (@stanwoodreports) April 20, 2022
We expect to learn more information from @RedCrossAZ during a briefing set for 6pm. | @abc15 pic.twitter.com/Otum6oZQpz
The latest dashboard update shows that confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 2,019,174 as of Wednesday, April 20, 2022, in Arizona, up 2,377 cases from the last week, and 29,852 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
This week’s #COVID19 data dashboard adds 2,377 cases and 29 deaths.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) April 20, 2022
If you’re experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, get tested as soon as possible to help #ReduceTheSpread and keep Arizona healthy.
Find hundreds of testing locations at https://t.co/MAXE8sHyT4 pic.twitter.com/6QWT9jn0ex
In Maricopa County there are 1,275,525 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 254,407 in Pima County, 132,295 in Pinal County, 62,659 in Yuma County, 57,401 in Mohave County, 47,983 in Yavapai County, 43,638 in Coconino County, 38,200 in Navajo County, 31,452 in Cochise County, 22,369 in Apache County, 17,200 in Gila County, 16,662 in Santa Cruz County, 11,961 in Graham County, 5,206 in La Paz County and 2,216 in Greenlee County.
Have you recently tested positive for COVID-19? Stay up to date with our recommended steps to ensure you protect yourself and others. #ReduceTheSpread
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) April 21, 2022
More: https://t.co/nx39IhjSTj pic.twitter.com/AKFcYbUVzs
See how a Phoenix school developed a program to help students deal with trauma after several students parents died from COVID.
6 parents at a Phoenix school died of COVID-19 in 2 months. How a program helped students and staff deal with the trauma https://t.co/dMT2bRkUPb via @azcentral
— Daniel Gonzalez (@azdangonzalez) April 19, 2022
Tempe Elementary School District celebrates a student who helps welcome new students.
Trinity Mason is the Student Body President of Curry Elementary. Principal David Owen said Trinity frequently goes above and beyond to make new students feel welcome, loved and at home in their school community and is a positive leader and role model to peers! #WorldChanger 💙🌏 pic.twitter.com/53u3aKsEEb
— Tempe Elementary (@TempeElementary) April 12, 2022
See how a group is seeking to improve K-12 civics education in Arizona.
Many thanks to @azedschools‘ Tammy Waller & @ASU_SCETL’s Adam Seagrave for sharing about the @EADRoadmap during today’s Civic Health Steering Committee meeting! Learn more about the project’s vision to improve K-12 civic & history education: https://t.co/OnlVtkG0Pj@arizonafuture pic.twitter.com/rhJ2GN01Xr
— AZ Center for Civic Leadership (@AZCivicLeads) April 21, 2022
Deer Valley Unified School District students hone their robotics skills in Lego League.
Today, these @BobcatsSf celebrated their accomplishments in First Lego League. We can’t wait to watch their robotics skills flourish with @mpcawley17 over the years. 💙🐾💙 @DVUSD pic.twitter.com/vH5Fqb73V7
— Darlene Baumgartner (@dmbaumgartner) April 21, 2022
As Teacher Appreciation Month approaches, Yuma County Teacher of the Year says she appreciates getting to help students grow and learn.
‘I get to do an amazing job every day:’ Tricia Severs is Yuma County’s 2022 Teacher of the Yearhttps://t.co/ycKoQlTytV
— Yuma Sun News (@yumasun) April 21, 2022
Dysart Schools congratulates two students for earning a prestigious scholarship.
Wow!! Congratulations 👏👏👏👏 https://t.co/xEAsT3dHeh
— Dysart Schools (@DysartUSD) April 20, 2022
Arizona Education Association named a Puente de Hózhó Elementary school teacher with its Human and Civil Rights Award.
Jessica Kitterman, an English Language Learning (ELL) specialist at Puente de Hózhó Elementary (PdH) was awarded the Arizona Education Association’s (AEA) Human and Civil Rights Award for 2022. https://t.co/1czv2G2NxF
— Arizona Daily Sun (@azds) April 21, 2022
Flagstaff Unified is preparing for the Community STEM Celebration on April 30.
The 2022 Community STEM Celebration will be from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 30, at the Fort Tuthill Fairgrounds. This is a FREE event for all of Flagstaff to engage with the STEM community.
— Flagstaff Unified School District (@FlagstaffUSD1) April 15, 2022
For more information, visit https://t.co/x4ZaE2V6a2 pic.twitter.com/BN4cxrLJW5
Peoria Unified celebrates a physical education teacher for his lasting impact on students’ lives.
For the employees at Peoria Elem., Todd Colton is the perfect teacher. For the past 14 years, he has been the PE teacher at Peoria Elem. and has made a lasting impact on the lives of his students that extends far past sports. #2022PrideOfPeoriahttps://t.co/kVFmnn3TXX pic.twitter.com/n1g0RFWa4P
— Inside Peoria (@InsidePeoria) April 20, 2022
A bill that would require teachers to post learning materials and activities online failed, but could be revived again before the end of the session.
A bill that would require Arizona teachers to post their lesson plans, curriculum and other materials online has failed to pass. @kathymritchie reports.https://t.co/Fl7SA8VIcQ
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) April 19, 2022
April 19, 2022
The Pride of Peoria is a distinction awarded to the top one percent of Peoria Unified School District’s staff in recognition of their contributions to the school and district. Recipients are selected based on letters of recommendation.
It’s that time of year once again! We will be honoring this year’s Pride of Peoria over the next month on all of our social media platforms. Be sure to follow along and help us congratulate the #2022PrideOfPeoria! pic.twitter.com/9Nut7X7hBw
— Inside Peoria (@InsidePeoria) April 18, 2022
Barbra Walton serves our Sunflower Center at Canyon Elementary as an instructional assistant with grace, kindness and pride. For over 20 years Barb has dedicated herself to those with the most needs and because of that, she is our #2022PrideOfPeoriahttps://t.co/VWZS0DpyXe pic.twitter.com/unZHAN28mK
— Inside Peoria (@InsidePeoria) April 19, 2022
To put it simply, Pam Bradley is an integral part of the Paseo Verde community for the past 26 years and is known for turning even the most stressful situations into positive ones. Pam is a cornerstone of the campus and the #2022PrideOfPeoriahttps://t.co/6ZUemjU8Yb pic.twitter.com/Lsb9R94ZGL
— Inside Peoria (@InsidePeoria) April 19, 2022
For the past 20 years, Angela Swift has served Alta Loma as a reading teacher. She goes out of her way to make sure that every student is prepared to shape tomorrow and works to make sure every teacher at Alta Loma can do the same. Congrats, Angela! https://t.co/uW6LcEfyUC pic.twitter.com/YOLvsotNTg
— Inside Peoria (@InsidePeoria) April 18, 2022
Nikki Watz from @CountryMdwsElem currently serves as the school’s librarian & always strives to make a positive impact! From coordinating school activities to ensuring students have the tools they need to succeed, Nikki does all she can for her campus.https://t.co/YEARl2ysGY pic.twitter.com/BFW3t48aAV
— Inside Peoria (@InsidePeoria) April 18, 2022
Michelle Barkley from Pioneer truly has done it all in her more than 20 years serving Peoria Unified. Her dedication to the community is unmatched making her the backbone of the campus and one of the #2022PrideOfPeoria!https://t.co/DBTKwg6JYD pic.twitter.com/0T49dmGV30
— Inside Peoria (@InsidePeoria) April 19, 2022
If your student is interested in getting ahead in math, registrations are open for TUHSD’s Summer Math Academy!
Registration is now open for our Summer Math Academy! We offer advancement so students can move ahead or into an honors level course, and these courses will only be held in person. Visit our website to sign up today!❤️💙 #TUHSDstronger | https://t.co/TRhkMxuQYm pic.twitter.com/vG01AWrW9c
— TUHSD News (@TUHSD_News) April 19, 2022
Higley Unified School District is holding a school arts festival at Williams Field High School.
Join HUSD Saturday, April 30 @ 9:00am at Williams Field High School for our annual Arts Festival. There is no cost for this event. There will be music, dance, theater, food trucks and much more!!! pic.twitter.com/MyhFg3J4IN
— Higley Schools (@higleydistrict) April 18, 2022
As the school year comes to a close, students continue to work on their game.
Deer Valley HS @DVHS_Beach @dvskyhawks @DVHSSkyhawks @DVUSD #Skyhawks in a close one with Gilbert Christian. #Playoffs pic.twitter.com/kgq597Xofv
— Curt Finch, PhD (@DrFinchDVUSD) April 19, 2022
O’Connor, Salpointe paid their dues to earn top seeds #azpreps365 https://t.co/M23W5QWljK
— AZPreps365 (@AZPreps365) April 18, 2022
Unified Basketball competing against Florence last week! 🏀 @QCUSD_Athletics @eastmarkhs #goeastmark #firebirds #comeflywithus #flyhigh pic.twitter.com/vDlpDaoA9B
— Eastmark High School Athletics (@ehs_firebirds) April 19, 2022
Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation, thanks to a $50,000 grant from State Farm, continues its support towards the Cyber/AI/Automation programs and the Maricopa Information Technology Institute – East Valley.
Support for Cyber/AI/Automation programs and the Maricopa Information Technology Institute – East Valley, are some of the ways that our partnership with State Farm helps open doors to careers in high demand fields. Check out: https://t.co/EWtUOQdTHx. https://t.co/ziFbcUE1xA. pic.twitter.com/GdbW36Nd5i
— Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation (@MCCCDF) April 18, 2022
April 14, 2022
April is community college month! Click here to learn more about your local colleges in Maricopa. Interested students should fill out Maricopa Community College‘s general scholarship to instantly apply for hundreds of scholarships – all from one application!
💵 FALL 2022 Scholarships Available — Apply Now!
— ScottsdaleCC (@ScottsdaleCC) April 14, 2022
Fill out ONE application to be eligible for HUNDREDS of scholarships! All students are eligible to apply. Visit https://t.co/lIunw2eO73 today!
Applications accepted until April 30. #ScottsdaleCC #Scholarships pic.twitter.com/KswmTRB0gE
Estrella Mountain Community College is holding an online and in-person job fair for skilled trades.
Are you interested in a career in the skilled trades?
— Estrella Mountain Community College (@EMCC_Official) April 13, 2022
Join our Skilled Trades Expo Job Fair, virtually from April 18 – to May 15, & in person on April 30
Enter a drawing for a $200 gift card/scholarship!
Visit 👉 https://t.co/gDlgLQY7yB#SkilledTrades22 #JobTraining #JobFair pic.twitter.com/pZslpHkasw
Mark your calendars, Mesa Community College will hold a Jazz concert on April 19!
Jazz Big Band Lovers! The MCC Jazz Ensemble & MPJE Jazz concert is April 19, 7 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center, Southern & Dobson campus. The MPJE Jazz Ensemble is made up of professional musicians and educators from around the valley. Ticket info: https://t.co/wdMwJHk7Dp pic.twitter.com/fwz4LoARXV
— Mesa Community College (@mesacc) April 14, 2022
Student-athletes from across the state celebrated the next step of their academic and athletic journey on signing day.
We love getting to celebrate with our student athletes on and off the field!
— Mountain Pointe Pride Athletics (@mphs_athletics) April 13, 2022
Congratulations Mason, Nelson, Griffin and Madison. We are all so proud of you and wish you all the best in the next chapter of your life. #ROLLPR1DE #mphsathletics #EmbraceTheChase pic.twitter.com/XvMbXzRrrv
CONGRATULATIONS HUMBERTO LEDEZMA!
— Tempe High School Football (@TempeFootball) April 13, 2022
Berto signed a National Letter of Intent to continue his education & football career @PapagoPumas of the local @HJCAC.
We’re excited to watch him develop as a Student in the classroom & as a Player on the field.#onceabuffalwaysabuff #GoPumas pic.twitter.com/VBT8DTUbgS
Student-athletes were not the only ones being recognized as Chandler Unified celebrated Students of the Year.
💫 Student of the Year breakfast was so special 🍎We honored over 200 kids and read the special notes their teachers said about them. What a wonderful morning to remind us how incredible our Huskies are 🏆#weloveourkids @ChandlerUnified @ChandlerEdFound #huskyproud pic.twitter.com/A2qW83jbJ2
— Hamilton High School (@Hamilton_High) April 14, 2022
Dr. Carlos F Perez, principal at Country Meadows Elementary, and the administration team volunteered to cover shifts for their short-staffed cafeteria.
When we are short staffed in our cafeteria, our wonderful admin team lends a helping hand! Proudly serving our #hungry #VictoriousVipers! @PeoriaUnified11 @DrCarlosFPerez1 @Daniell71641160 @MrReid9 pic.twitter.com/9klNKCN0x6
— Country Meadows Elementary (@CountryMdwsElem) April 14, 2022
Peoria CTE schools have many options available for students. They also offer business-related courses for students who are interested in the field.
Pursue a career in Business. Take CTE courses in high school to enhance your problem solving skills and develop proficiency in Microsoft Office applications like excel. Learn more at: https://t.co/f6GKM6R2XX#PeoriaCTE #PeoriaUnified #PUSD11 #CTEBusiness @PeoriaUnified11 pic.twitter.com/UHR0VgfY8x
— PeoriaCTE (@PeoriaCTE) April 14, 2022
A free vaccination event will be made available for kids in Queen Creek.
(1/2) Horseshoe Park & Equestrian Centre in Queen Creek will be hosting a free, public COVID-19 vaccine event on Saturday, April 23 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The following vaccines will be offered: Pfizer, Pfizer Pediatric, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson, boosters and additional doses. pic.twitter.com/FQYQQjOvxd
— Chandler Unified School District (@ChandlerUnified) April 14, 2022
April 13, 2022
More than 100 students took part in a competition to see who has the best construction skills at Catalina Hills High School in Tucson, while construction leaders officiated and helped students do their best work as they seek new employees for their fast-growing industry, Arizona Public Media reports.
Local high school students took part in a construction-skills competition at Catalina Hills High School. The corporate sponsored event offers a chance for 130 students to get good-paying jobs in an exploding industry. https://t.co/F0wymg15b4
— AZPM (@azpublicmedia) April 13, 2022
Gov. Doug Ducey signed a bill today that requires district and charter schools to hold a moment of silence at the start of each school day.
MOMENT OF SILENCE: Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed a bill requiring public and charter schools to hold a moment of silence at the beginning of each school day. https://t.co/j0zmLv3wS5
— FOX 10 Phoenix (@FOX10Phoenix) April 13, 2022
The latest dashboard update shows that confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 2,016,797 as of Wednesday, April 13, 2022, in Arizona, up 2,777 cases from the last week, and 29,823 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
This week’s #COVID19 data dashboard adds 2,777 cases and 142 deaths.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) April 13, 2022
If you have recently tested positive for COVID-19, stay up to date with our recommended steps to ensure you protect yourself and others. #ReduceTheSpread
More: https://t.co/nx39IhjSTj pic.twitter.com/L8QcYcXv5m
The second COVID-19 booster shot is available for those who are 50 or older or have underlying health problems, but many are left wondering if they should get it.https://t.co/IEknHYuC8w
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) April 13, 2022
In Maricopa County there are 1,273,651 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 254,195 in Pima County, 132,363 in Pinal County, 62,636 in Yuma County, 57,364 in Mohave County, 47,901 in Yavapai County, 43,590 in Coconino County, 38,153 in Navajo County, 31,415 in Cochise County, 22,306 in Apache County, 17,190 in Gila County, 16,659 in Santa Cruz County, 11,957 in Graham County, 5,202 in La Paz County and 2,215 in Greenlee County.
AZ #covid19 weekly deaths will now almost certainly stay under 200 /wk, maybe <100 by the report released on the first week of May. pic.twitter.com/5GatcASPaq
— The AZ – abc15 – Data Guru (@Garrett_Archer) April 13, 2022
Students are honored for their math gains in Deer Valley Unified School District.
Stellar student alert! These fabulous @DVUSD students showing significant math progress using the Dreambox program! @SonoranAriz @ptseunis pic.twitter.com/lA0dRbcyUx
— DVUSD PLC (@dvusdplc) April 12, 2022
Higley Unified celebrates its award-winning Cooley Middle School Color Guard.
Congratulations to the Junior Class State Champion Cooley Purple Color Guard! The group wrapped up their amazing season with a group high score of 79.92 pic.twitter.com/KFPLzE6lGA
— Higley Schools (@higleydistrict) April 13, 2022
Cave Creek Unified School District thanked a teacher who always helps out with a gift card courtesy of First Watch Cafe.
Brett Secemeski is always willing to help out and does so with a big smile. That’s why he gets the ESS Exceptional Award. Thanks to First Watch Cafe for the donation for a gift card to honor our exceptional teachers. @cort_monroe @nancydiab11 @CSHS_Falcons pic.twitter.com/5JjOLzOoqQ
— Cave Creek USD (@CaveCreekUSD93) April 13, 2022
Interested in learning about urban farming? Then check out this program.
One Phoenix fellowship cultivating the next generation of urban farmers, which places Phoenix residents ages 18 to 24 with urban farms to train them 🧑🌾 (via @cronkitenews). https://t.co/JpEkECfgnv pic.twitter.com/IKaSa1GxHH
— Arizona PBS (@arizonapbs) April 13, 2022
An outgoing Deer Valley Unified School District school principal welcomes the incoming principal.
A principal passing of the baton! We love to see this #extraordinary spirit of celebration and collaboration! https://t.co/EqFbth4nEn
— Deer Valley Unified School District (@DVUSD) April 13, 2022
See how Art Resource Center in Tempe is helping art teachers with free supplies for their students.
As schools have faced funding challenges in recent decades, arts programs are the first to go. But not many people actually do something about it. Sherrie Zeitlin is different.https://t.co/b165kJTg91
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) April 13, 2022
Marana Unified School District celebrates teachers honored by a group that promotes women educators professional and personal growth.
#MUSDcongrats to our 18 early career and 17 veteran educators from #maranaschools who were honored for their strong commitment to students and educational excellence by the Delta Kappa Gamma chapter! #MUSDproud https://t.co/JQPOJLpZSl pic.twitter.com/Na9qZwyNqE
— Marana Unified (@MaranaSchools) April 13, 2022
A student shares an exciting creation with her physics teacher.
I love when students call me over to show me how they “break physics.” She told me she created “a singularity ramp.” pic.twitter.com/WBqaMRBXAg
— Melissa Girmscheid, NBCT (@MrsGPhysics) April 13, 2022
A bill to extend the School Facilities Board for three more years is headed to the Governor for his signature, as a court hearing starts on a capital funding lawsuit that says funds to maintain and build schools and school building has been severely cut for years.
State Senate approves bill to extend the School Facilities Board for three years; HB2352 is on its way to @DougDucey ‘s desk. The vote comes as a court hearing opens on a 5-year-old case that charges the state has cut funding for school buildings and maintenance
— Mary Jo Pitzl (@maryjpitzl) April 13, 2022
The state’s Building Renewal Grant program has $5,000 currently for the whole state, attorney Danny Adelman tells a Maricopa County Superior Court judge.
— Mary Jo Pitzl (@maryjpitzl) April 13, 2022
Join Arizona List on Facebook Live every Friday at 3pm to hear from one of our Arizona List legislators and see what happened this week at the legislature and what we can expect throughout session. This week we will hear from Sen. Lela Alston! pic.twitter.com/dkBVJdJYCa
— Arizona List (@Arizona_List) April 13, 2022
An award-winning director is joining ASU’s new Narrative and Emerging Media program – a collaboration between it’s journalism and film schools.
The Narrative and Emerging Media program, a collaboration between @ASU_filmschool and @Cronkite_ASU, welcomes award-winning British director Mary Matheson as professor of practice! 🎥https://t.co/ZWCFe8gdZ9
— Arizona State University (@ASU) April 13, 2022
See why the University of Arizona’s engineering program might just be for you.
Can Dean Hahn convince you to major in #engineering by the end of this @BizTucson article?
— UAZ Engineering (@azengineering) April 13, 2022
“A @uarizona engineering degree provides enormous opportunities to make the world a better place,” he says. “You get to have an exciting job & earn a great income.”https://t.co/EQAhqxWW78 pic.twitter.com/Qnw1UY5QBn
Kindergartners share their learning with educational technology in Tucson Unified School District.
Promethean Panels in action at Whitmore Elem with Ms. Williams and her Kinders. Engagment+Interactive+Learning=WIN! @JuliePorterEC @LearnPromethean #STEM #edtech @tucsonunified #Proud2BTUSD pic.twitter.com/qKRINXRj76
— EdTech – TUSD (@EdTech_TUSD) April 13, 2022
April 12, 2022
See what students say they learned about their mental health during the COVID-19 pandemic in this article from The Arizona Republic.
‘How are you taking care of you?’ What kids say COVID-19 taught them about their mental health https://t.co/abQFhmBX70
— azcentral (@azcentral) April 12, 2022
See why Chiefs for Change members say broadband internet and laptops are essential school supplies for students now.
We urge @OfficeofEdTech to work with @NTIAgov and prioritize funding for broadband projects led by #K12 systems aimed at connecting unserved and underserved areas. Hear from CFC member @KatyAnthes of @codepted, and see our letter to NTIA: #OETchat https://t.co/9yWKKjjauF https://t.co/j0twwmRxXF pic.twitter.com/HI2GhicO9n
— Chiefs for Change (@chiefsforchange) April 12, 2022
See what Phoenix Union High School District Supt. Dr. Chad Gestson says about their efforts to eliminate the Digital Divide and how hotspots aren’t going to cut it.
“We can’t hotspot our way out of this.”
— Chiefs for Change (@chiefsforchange) April 12, 2022
CFC member @ChadGestson knows it will take more than temporary fixes to end the #digitaldivide. That’s why @PhoenixUnion is working with partners on a plan to blanket all of Arizona’s capital city with free Wi-Fi. #OETchat #EdTech #edchat https://t.co/fHGTBaJabp pic.twitter.com/m3sQ2ttp5X
It’s time to celebrate! Maryvale High School Teacher Kareem Neal, the 2019 Arizona Teacher of the Year, is the first Arizona teacher inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame.
The face you make when you realize you were just named the first AZ Teacher ever inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame. I’m super proud of my 20+ years of work and wish I could share every piece of the plaque with the 100s of students I’ve taught in my career. pic.twitter.com/0M9dBe32RN
— Kareem Neal (@kareem_neal) April 11, 2022
Congratulations to the 5th and final member of the class of 2022, Kareem Neal. Check back for recent news about both the class of 2020 and the class of 2022. pic.twitter.com/x12oj0w5se
— NTHF (@TeachersHall) April 11, 2022
Kareem Neal is the first Arizona teacher to be inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame! Congratulations, Mr. Neal!https://t.co/1AbRxejGIW
— Helios Ed Foundation (@HeliosEdFnd) April 12, 2022
What a way to start the week! Congratulations @kareem_neal!!! The FIRST Arizona Teacher inducted into the National Teacher Hall of Fame! ✨
— Stephanie Parra (@StephParra08) April 11, 2022
You are an extraordinary teacher and I am so proud to call you a friend and colleague. #ThisIsWhoWeAre 🖤💛🎉 https://t.co/Sj09N8QiJX
Learn more about how positive student- teacher relationships help boost teachers motivation and lead to more interesting and engaging learning for students.
University of Missouri research finds that positive student-teacher relationships boost instructional quality https://t.co/ogwtaitbOV via @K12DiveNews
— Cognia (@CogniaOrg) April 12, 2022
Learn how grandparents are raising their grandchildren after 200,000 children lost a parent to COVID in the U.S.
As many as 200,000 children have lost a parent to Covid in the United States.
— Danielle Ivory (@danielle_ivory) April 12, 2022
The @nytimes talked with grandparents across the nation about how the deaths of their children had altered their relationships with and responsibilities for their grandchildren https://t.co/UtPqKq6gRK
Educators are you looking for art supplies? Then check out the Art Resource Center in Tempe.
As schools have faced funding challenges in recent decades, arts programs are the first to go. But not many people actually do something about it. Sherrie Zeitlin is different.https://t.co/b165kKaR0z
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) April 12, 2022
Hear about some of the athletics programs at Kyrene School District.
This month, Kyrene Superintendent Laura Toenjes shines a spotlight on the Athletics program in KSD. Join her as she meets with coaches across the district to showcase all of the athletic opportunities for students in Kyrene! #SpotlightOnKyrene https://t.co/dlRPAaIDlM
— KyreneSchools (@KyreneSchools) April 12, 2022
How COVID-19 changed an assistant principal’s perspective on what students are doing, courtesy of Education Week.
Let’s Stop Assuming Students Are Up to No Good https://t.co/s4UigEWTJO @educationweek
— NAESP (@NAESP) April 12, 2022
Two Marana Unified School District students have been honored for their aspirations in computing with scholarships, internships and other resources.
#MUSDthanks to reporter @cjsonoffernando of @kgun9 for sharting the exciting news about #maranaschools @MonteLionMVHS students nationally recognized for thier tech performance! https://t.co/tmHHEL6xjt pic.twitter.com/hgP4VFinMq
— Marana Unified (@MaranaSchools) April 12, 2022
Take a look at a Rio Rico High School Poetry Slam and more.
Poetry Slam Inspires, SCV35 Outstanding Financial Reporting Award and more!
— SCV35Communications (@scv35_comm) April 12, 2022
Check out the latest SCV35 NEWS (via https://t.co/lesFjblg9Y) https://t.co/YZDLXltkHx pic.twitter.com/zfPGK2P9Wh
April 8, 2022
The Arizona Board of Regents approved raising tuition and fees between 2% and 3% at all three state public universities for undergraduates as well as increases for online, graduate and international students.
The increases will not affect in-state undergraduates at University of Arizona and Northern Arizona University who are part of a program that pledges to hold tuition rates steady for four years.
Across-the-board tuition hikes — first since pandemic — OK’d for Arizona’s 3 state universities https://t.co/qYwx60k7Ei
— azcentral (@azcentral) April 7, 2022
Glendale Elementary School District partners with Southwest Human Development during the school’s Family Day.
Family Hub @GESD40 partners with Southwest Human Development! It’s Family Day! @SegottaJones pic.twitter.com/KcHKEpff2r
— Cindy Segotta Jones (@SegottaJones) April 8, 2022
Mesa Public Schools students are ready for the poultry shows at the Maricopa County Fair.
Kerr Elementary students are getting dialed in for the poultry shows at the Maricopa County fair! These kids are so well prepared! @mpsaz #warriorcentered #futurefocused pic.twitter.com/MM3zZMqs2V
— Chris Gilmore (@Gilmore_MoveUp) April 7, 2022
See how school leaders are working to ensure all students have access to Wi-Fi at home to do their school work as they outline their plans to end the digital divide.
Every kid needs Wi-Fi at home to do their schoolwork and to access the wealth of information and opportunities that are available to them. Follow the link to read about our chiefs’ work to end the #digitaldivide, and join us for @OfficeofEdTech‘s #OETchat: https://t.co/vzRZwgaQKz pic.twitter.com/shfT7RXlU2
— Chiefs for Change (@chiefsforchange) April 8, 2022
Take a look at this family event at Peoria Unified School District and contact Arizona Council on Economic Education to bring a Financial Literacy Family Night to your school.
Amazing kick-off to #FinancialLiteracyMonth with @PeoriaUnified11, celebrating #FinancialLiteracy and family! Bring Financial Literacy Family Night to your school — contact programs@azecon.org for more information. pic.twitter.com/ff7bLITchc
— AZ Council Econ Ed (@AzCouncilEconEd) April 6, 2022
Phoenix Union High School District honors the people making schools safer.
Shout out to our Staff Change Agents who are redesigning school safety through the PXU #ParticipatoryBudgeting process. We have empowered students, staff & parents to submit ideas to re-imagine school safety. Now the research & proposal development begins! 🔊✊️🗳#ThisIsWhoWeAre pic.twitter.com/4gfy1iyG2q
— Cyndi TerceroSandova (@TerceroCyndi) April 8, 2022
See why helping children lean and talk about their emotions can help them get ready to learn, courtesy edutopia.
Teaching kids to identify and talk about their emotions empowers them—and sets them up for learning.https://t.co/R5K8CjV3QN
— edutopia (@edutopia) April 8, 2022
Buckeye Elementary School District celebrates friends helping friends.
Happy Friday!!! Nothing warms a heart more than seeing friends support each other. These two support each other getting to class and are always so excited to see each other in the morning!!! pic.twitter.com/jktHnDh5pz
— BuckeyeElementarySchool-Az (@BuckeyeElaz) April 8, 2022
Learn more about getting ready for kindergarten and about programs in your school district at your local school’s Kindergarten Open House.
Kinsey Inquiry and Discovery School is hosting a Kindergarten Open House for incoming kindergarten families for the 2022-23 school year. The open house will be held at Kinsey from 5 PM to 6:30 PM on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. More info about kindergarten: https://t.co/f3JL0W1XvM. pic.twitter.com/gOktyfv9xm
— Flagstaff Unified School District (@FlagstaffUSD1) April 8, 2022
See how you can show support from students of military families around the state during the Month of the Military Child, courtesy the Arizona Department of Education.
Did you know April is the Month of the Military Child? This month is a special time to honor the sacrifices and experiences of military children. Learn how you can participate and show support for our military students across the state: https://t.co/gWomWn9bgE. #PurpleUp pic.twitter.com/IZ2Z0cb2qi
— Arizona Department of Education (@azedschools) April 8, 2022
Union Elementary School District thanked DonorsChoose for supporting their teachers and students.
Thank you @DonorsChoose for your support of our teachers and students! https://t.co/avhNBQrq3f
— Union Elementary School District #62 (@unionesd62) April 8, 2022
If you’re looking to do something fun with your kids this weekend, take a look at Funergy’s events at Tempe Marketplace and Scottsdale Fashion Square.
Hop over to Tempe Marketplace this Sunday-🐰 – https://t.co/yuRHy2T6D1 pic.twitter.com/Q06IW3voDM
— Funergy Events (@FunergyEvents) April 8, 2022
Mountain Ridge High School’s hockey team was recognized at the Arizona Coyotes game last night for their achievements.
The @TheMRHS Hockey Team was recognized at tonight’s @ArizonaCoyotes game for winning the D3 division! #boss @DVUSD @DrFinchDVUSD pic.twitter.com/T0MZgscKHk
— Paula Tseunis, Ed.d (@ptseunis) April 8, 2022
Cartwright School District counselors and psychologists learn together.
Great to see our counselors and psychologists working hard together! #oneteamunafamilia https://t.co/9vGuD7tiys
— Cartwright District (@CartwrightSD) April 8, 2022
Take a look at this report on the juvenile justice system to see its impact on U.S. youth.
In 2019, there were more than 240,000 instances of a young person being detained or incarcerated in the #juvenilejustice system — but the federal government only counted 36,000, according to a recent @SentencingProj report authored by @JoshRovner. https://t.co/xq3EjGcj6O
— Annie E. Casey Foundation (@AECFNews) April 8, 2022
If you’re working on your taxes this weekend, there’s still time to donate to your local school and receive an Arizona tax credit.
Working on your 2021 tax returns this weekend? There is still time to donate your 2021 tax credit donation to our schools to support students in extracurricular activities! Please visit https://t.co/9ie2hWGcoK pic.twitter.com/5Ij59QpCxN
— Tolleson Elementary School District (@TollesonESD) April 8, 2022
April 7, 2022
Matthew Ellsworth, senior infielder at Mountain Pointe, spent five years away from baseball after an ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) tear in his arm. After complications with the natural healing of his arm, Ellsworth and his parents elected to undergo Tommy John Surgery, “one of the most feared surgeries in baseball.”
The recovery time for the surgery was over a year, but Ellsworth was able to return to the field and play.
“I’m not going to lie, it was emotional,” Ellsworth said. “After being denied for so long, it felt really good.”
Read Zach Alvira’s story, AFN Sports Editor, here
Pride’s Matthew Ellsworth fought off adversity after Tommy John❤️🦁 #EmbraceTheChase https://t.co/BdhqNmhSgA via @AhwatukeeFN
— Mountain Pointe HS (@MtPointe_TUHSD) April 7, 2022
April is National Financial Literacy Month and was first recognized in the U.S. in 2004 as declared by President George. W. Bush. The goal is to highlight the importance of financial literacy.
Amazing kick-off to #FinancialLiteracyMonth with @PeoriaUnified11, celebrating #FinancialLiteracy and family! Bring Financial Literacy Family Night to your school — contact programs@azecon.org for more information. pic.twitter.com/ff7bLITchc
— AZ Council Econ Ed (@AzCouncilEconEd) April 6, 2022
Student filmmakers are gathering at Corona del Sol High School to showcase their films at the annual Tempe Union Film Festival Screening on April 14, 6 p.m.
You’re invited to our annual Tempe Union Film Festival Screening! Join us at @CDS_TUHSD on Thursday, April 14 at 6 PM for the premiere of student produced films from across our District. Student films will be up for awards, including Best Picture. You won’t want to miss it!❤️💙 pic.twitter.com/hCigHbmPCo
— TUHSD News (@TUHSD_News) April 7, 2022
Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation and Glendale Community College are contributing toward scholarships for students with financial needs.
.@MCCCDF & @gccaz‘s recent partnership with the City of @PeoriaAZ will award #scholarships to students who qualify for financial assistance. Each day, @mcccd works to create opportunities that transform the way students view college and their place in it. https://t.co/eDu0qWvhuA pic.twitter.com/Uhro9yLDMD
— Dr. Steven R. Gonzales (@MCCCDChancellor) April 1, 2022
Queen Creek Unified School District’s newest school, Crismon High School, is nearing completion!
Here’s the latest look at the progress at @CrismonHs! Join nearly 700 students already enrolled for next school year!
— Queen Creek Unified School District (@qcusd) April 7, 2022
↪️https://t.co/hhAi7F4aYN pic.twitter.com/JfF7NVfEqR
It’s National Assistant Principals Week as schools around the state are recognizing their assistant principals.
Happy National Assistant Principals Week to Mr. Caccavale! #thankyou for all you do @MirageDVUSD 💛💙 @DVUSD pic.twitter.com/7sVcFlwMi0
— Jamie Wilber (@jlwilber1) April 4, 2022
More highlights in education from around Arizona:
Lehi Elementary offers general music instruction once per week to all K-6 graders. Students can begin orchestra in the 4th grade, and band in the 5th grade. #mpsmusiced pic.twitter.com/DtH3n4S0vr
— MPS Music Education (@mesamusiced) April 6, 2022
Kerr Elementary students are getting dialed in for the poultry shows at the Maricopa County fair! These kids are so well prepared! @mpsaz #warriorcentered #futurefocused pic.twitter.com/MM3zZMqs2V
— Chris Gilmore (@Gilmore_MoveUp) April 7, 2022
Congrats to our CeHS PUSD Pride of Peoria Award Winners https://t.co/182u3X5LfP #coyotepride Thank you for all you do contribute to Centennial HS !! pic.twitter.com/l8vx9jBRWr
— Centennial High (@CeHSAZ) April 7, 2022
April 6, 2022
Arizona educators worry that legislation limiting classroom discussion of race, ethnicity and sex could make teaching American history more difficult, reports The Arizona Republic.
Parents of students interested in what their children will be learning in class can take offer their feedback on curriculum being considered for adoption at Paradise Valley Unified School District and serve on adoption committees too.
English Language Arts (7-12) curriculum materials being reviewed in PVSchools. Adoption committee, composed of parents and staff, seeks community feedback as part of committee review process. | https://t.co/frjsAr8gvF pic.twitter.com/269vezRymI
— PVSchools (@pvschools) April 6, 2022
The latest dashboard update shows that confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 2,014,020 as of Wednesday, April 6, 2022, in Arizona, up 6,840 cases from the last week, and 29,681 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
For more information, visit our online data dashboard to look at weekly curves and trends: https://t.co/yHv4ehLiXZ
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) April 6, 2022
In Maricopa County there are 1,272,999 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 253,451 in Pima County, 131,381 in Pinal County, 62,610 in Yuma County, 57,317 in Mohave County, 47,913 in Yavapai County, 43,529 in Coconino County, 38,107 in Navajo County, 31,364 in Cochise County, 22,246in Apache County, 17,117 in Gila County, 16,649 in Santa Cruz County, 11,940 in Graham County, 5,182 in La Paz County and 2,215 in Greenlee County.
*UPDATE – WEEK OF 4/3/2022*
— Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University (@ASUBiodesign) April 4, 2022
Free #COVID19 saliva testing continues in Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Drive-thru available
– Results typically 24-48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Bring QR code (no ID req)
Register: https://t.co/bogIAKKMgo #BA2 #Omicron pic.twitter.com/0Yp6GCxhPo
#COVID19 has shaken the education landscape.
— Education Week (@educationweek) April 6, 2022
Here are key milestones. #EduTwitter #K12 https://t.co/6SYmOeatBx
Students in Buckeye Elementary School District play a game using divergent and creative thinking.
@BesdGifted @JasinskiSchool Gifted Enrichment Club collaboratively played TopiCubes using divergent and creative thinking. #buckeyegifted #giftedenrichment pic.twitter.com/Z7brGAvgOO
— Light Bulb Moment (@MomentBulb) April 5, 2022
See how letting students follow their interests can boost learning and creativity, courtesy edutopia.
Independent studies fuse research and creativity—with exciting results. ✨https://t.co/2UhSftkotd
— edutopia (@edutopia) April 6, 2022
Deer Valley Unified School District students take part in a STEM challenge.
5th graders are seeing if they have what it takes to work for @elonmusk at @Tesla!!! They need to keep their @Sphero on the road, play a sound and add an animation. #makerspace #makered #stem #stemed #csforall #robots #csk8 #engineering #thefuture @SVViperPride @DVUSD @SpheroEdu pic.twitter.com/xKlSw9pKb7
— Mr. Lane the STEM Guy (@KnIhT_tNeReFfId) April 6, 2022
Flagstaff Unified School District invites parents to take part in a free parent webinar on what to do when someone talks about ending their life.
FREE PARENT WEBINAR: Suicide Prevention for Parents
— Flagstaff Unified School District (@FlagstaffUSD1) April 5, 2022
Presenters will discuss what to do when someone talks about ending their life, tools that help alert us to the warning signs, and more.
Date: April 7, 2022
Time: 6 PM to 7 PM
Zoom Link: https://t.co/A8TEbk9grV
Password: Care! pic.twitter.com/0PWTQIdUQf
See how Arizona foundations are helping Read on Arizona improve early literacy.
Proud to join the Burton Family Foundation, @HeliosEdFndHelios, and The Steele Foundation in supporting @ReadOnArizona‘s efforts to help our state’s youngest students recover from the impact of the #pandemic and get back on track for improved early #literacy outcomes! https://t.co/zQ00isnjPI
— Virginia Piper Trust (@PiperTrust) April 6, 2022
Tolleson Elementary School District thanked their paraprofesionals for all they do for students, families and school staff.
@TollesonESD we celebrate our PARAPROFESSIONALS today and every day! pic.twitter.com/Euv38AjtCM
— Tolleson Elementary School District (@TollesonESD) April 6, 2022
See how Rio Rico High School students are preparing for a school event.
COUNTDOWN TO MILITARY BALL! 💃🏻 pic.twitter.com/VoeEXAtyix
— Rio Rico High School (@rioricohigh) April 6, 2022
AZ SciTech Institute is excited to be part of STEM Night at Benson Primary School.
Excited to be in Benson for #STEM Night at Benson Primary School.#azscitech #community pic.twitter.com/Eq55sb4nYY
— SciTech Institute (@SciTechInst) April 6, 2022
Take a look at some strategies high school students can use to study for their upcoming Advanced Placement exams.
Here is a practical study schedule that Advanced Placement students can follow to stay on top of all their commitments this spring. https://t.co/Bu8876TNO5
— U.S. News Education (@USNewsEducation) April 6, 2022
Pima JTED celebrates a graphic design alumni working with Sunset Embroidery and Screen Print.
Desmond Bustamante is a 2018 JTED Graphic Design Alumni! He has been employed at Sunset Embroidery and Screen Print for 3 years. Pictured to the left of Desmond is Steve King, the owner of Sunset Embroidery and Screen Print and JTED partner!#JTEDWorks #IamCTE #GraphicDesign pic.twitter.com/Z3Spmcgsjc
— Pima JTED (@PimaJTED) April 6, 2022
April 5, 2022
Arizona Legislators are considering Senate Bill 1211, sponsored by Sen. Nancy Barto and 14 co-sponsors, would expand requirements for students’ parents’ access to instruction materials that would include district and charter schools posting classroom learning materials and activities on their website.
Hear what two educators told KJZZ 91.5 FM’s The Show about the impact of the bill on teachers and parents.
State lawmakers are considering a proposal that would require Arizona public school teachers to post much of what they use in the classroom online. But teachers are split in their reactions.
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) April 5, 2022
The Show speaks with @PaulDBoyer and @kareem_neal about this. https://t.co/sudgrQXdpr
See why Phoenix Union High School District submits all their high school seniors transcripts to ASU.
To support students’ postsecondary transitions, @PhoenixUnion submits the transcripts for all graduating seniors to @ASU. The university, in turn, automatically accepts any PXU student who meets the college admission requirements: Students do not even have to apply. @chadgestson pic.twitter.com/kfrLgUXG8k
— Chiefs for Change (@chiefsforchange) April 4, 2022
Education Forward Arizona reminds you that Arizona Gives Day continues.
#AZGivesDay isn’t over yet…Can we get a RT to help move #education forward?! Learn more about our work and donate here: https://t.co/7pkMNJdzHg pic.twitter.com/E0wPP3hEFj
— Education Forward Arizona (@EdForwardAZ) April 6, 2022
See art created by Cartwright students in their Art Show opening tonight.
Check out the amazing pieces from our Art Show Opening tonight! Our scholars are so creative & talented! #onetramunafamilia #art pic.twitter.com/wuC8UV4o9V
— Cartwright District (@CartwrightSD) April 5, 2022
See what educators say is essential to good teaching and why relationships come before learning.
The Research on Life-Changing Teaching: What really moves the needle for educators and, by extension, their students? https://t.co/SrHZhHDcQZ @edutopia
— NAESP (@NAESP) April 6, 2022
Suntec Concrete presented three Washington Elementary School District educators with supplies for their classrooms.
As part of Suntec Concrete’s Education Appreciation Program, three members of the #WESDFamily were presented with supplies for their classrooms: Andrea Morgan and Tim Kester at Sweetwater and Kristopher Gonzalez at John Jacobs. Thank you, Suntec! pic.twitter.com/OShhiQG9jW
— WESD Schools (@WESDschools) April 6, 2022
April 4, 2022
Arizona Legislators have increased state funding for education by 44% since 2008, before the Great Recession led to severe cuts in state funding for education, but that translates to just 5% more in per-pupil funding over the past 14 years to $5,710 per students just 66% of the national average, according to an article in The Arizona Republic.
For subscribers: State spending on schools is up markedly in recent years, but the gains lag national growth.https://t.co/p6vg4yUZeR
— azcentral (@azcentral) April 4, 2022
The latest dashboard update shows that confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 2,007,180 as of Wednesday, March 30, 2022, in Arizona, up 10,143 cases from the last week, and 29,268 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
With today’s update, COVID-19 cases on the dashboard pass 2 million. Even with COVID-19 currently declining in AZ, it’s important to get vaccinated and, if you are vaccinated, boosted. Vaccines are safe, effective and available at hundreds of locations: https://t.co/q2kfD0KuXQ.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) March 30, 2022
In Maricopa County there are 1,268,293 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 252,925 in Pima County, 130,396 in Pinal County, 62,571 in Yuma County, 57,289 in Mohave County, 47,756 in Yavapai County, 43,404 in Coconino County, 38,081 in Navajo County, 31,305 in Cochise County, 22,205 in Apache County, 17,018 in Gila County, 16,611 in Santa Cruz County, 11,939 in Graham County, 5,172 in La Paz County and 2,215 in Greenlee County.
Recently, the @US_FDA and @CDCgov approved a fourth Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccine for those ages 50 and older. Learn more from @AZDHS: https://t.co/Ai5xqzTlDO pic.twitter.com/zE00iMZvpA
— AHCCCS (@AHCCCSgov) April 5, 2022
A quick reminder that it’s testing week for many students across Arizona.
Good luck to students who are testing this week! Be sure to get a good night’s rest and eat breakfast! You got this! 💪 https://t.co/nhNl9VENS3
— Peoria Unified (@PeoriaUnified11) April 4, 2022
Avondale Elementary School District welcomes next year’s kindergarteners.
We are excited to welcome our newest little Scorpions to the Desert Star family. Are you enrolled for kinder next year? Enroll today! pic.twitter.com/EmePPdCcvp
— Avondale District (@AvondaleESD) April 4, 2022
Tucson Unified School District encourages students to share what their library connects them to.
It’s #NationalLibraryWeek! What connections have you made at your library? A great book? A new friend? Researched college and career opportunities for AVID?
— Tucson Unified AVID (@TUSDAvid) April 4, 2022
Share your connections using #MyLibrary and you could win a prize! @tucsonunified @AVID4College @ALALibrary pic.twitter.com/ZSO8nkLIKb
Tempe Elementary students share their dreams for the future.
Thank you to our incredible student panelists who shared their hopes & dreams for the future at our Community Education Summit tonight! We appreciate your support as we build a roadmap for our future! @engage_learning #StrategicPlan #StrategicDesign #ChangeTheWorldTD3 pic.twitter.com/3i5dNfO8LK
— Tempe Elementary (@TempeElementary) March 31, 2022
Earlier coverage
2022
March 1, 2022 – March 29, 2022: Daily schools update: An event-filled weekend of school arts festivals and a CTE competitionFeb.2, 2022 – Feb. 28: Daily schools update: College in Ukraine powered by ASU would have welcomed students next month
Jan. 13, 2022 – Feb. 1: Daily schools update: Students learn more about Year of the Tiger during Lunar New Year
2021Dec. 20, 2021 – Jan. 12, 2022: Daily schools update: AZ doctors urge schools to require masks as COVID surges
Nov. 23, 2021 – Dec. 17, 2021: Daily schools update: Tolleson Union uses grant to launch Uber-like ride share service for students
Nov. 9, 2021 – Nov. 22, 2021: Daily schools update: Education Advocates get Tax Referendum on 2022 Ballot
Oct. 27, 2021 – Nov. 8, 2021: Daily schools update: Mesa Mother Relieved to get her Young Child Vaccinated
Oct. 12- Oct. 25, 2021: Daily schools update: Supply chain issues cause problems for Arizona school cafeterias
Sept. 27 – Oct. 11, 2021: Daily Schools Update: How will children becoming eligible for COVID-19 vaccine change schools’ prevention measures?
Sept. 14 – Sept. 27, 2021: Daily schools update: Students decision to mask up may have stopped a classroom COVID-19 outbreak
Aug. 24 to Sept. 1, 2021: Daily schools update: COVID-19 outbreaks rise among students in Maricopa County
Aug. 17 to Aug. 23, 2021: Daily schools update: FDA approves Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine
Aug. 3 to Aug. 16, 2021: Daily schools update: Arizona school mask mandates receive presidential praise
July 19 to Aug. 2, 2021: Daily schools update: Teens struggle with mental health as school starts
June 20 to July 14, 2021: Daily schools update: Arizona lawmakers ban mask requirements in schools
June 14 to June 17, 2021: Tempe Union’s board approves comprehensive mental health policy
June 1 to June 11, 2021: It’s time to get students enrolled in school for fall & ready for in-person classes
May 17 to May 28, 2021: A year after George Floyd’s murder, a look at empathy, equity, what’s changed & what hasn’t
May 10 to May 14, 2021: Students ready for graduation ceremonies
May 4 to May 6, 2021: Amendment to bill would prohibit teachers from discussing controversial policy & social issues not essential to learning objectives
April 28 to May 3, 2021: Thank a teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week for all they do for students
April 21 to April 27, 2021: 3 years after Red for Ed there’s much left to do
April 12 to April 20, 2021: How & why teachers discuss trial with students; Schools keep masks after Gov. rescinds mandate
March 29 to April 9, 2021: Children, young teens may be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine before next school year
March 15 to March 26: Masks are still required in all schools; Video: Dr. Christ’s news conference today
Feb. 24 to March 11, 2021: COVID-19 aid funds will help AZ students, families & schools
Feb. 11 to Feb. 23: U.S. Dept of Ed: Students must take standardized tests, but there’s flexiblity on when & how
Feb. 2 to Feb. 9: Video: Supt. Hoffman gives State of Special Education address
Jan. 21 to Feb. 1: Black History Mural Month Project to highlight pioneers of the Black community launches in Phoenix
Jan. 10 – Jan 20: How students engage with Inauguration Day
2020Dec. 21, 2020 to Jan 8, 2021: Teachers help students deal with attacks on Congress, Capitol
Nov. 30 – Dec. 16: Watch it now: Dr. Christ asks people to avoid holiday gatherings with people they do not live with
Nov. 18 – 25: COVID-19 cases rise before Thanksgiving adding to school and hospital leaders’ concerns
Nov. 16: More schools return to online learning as COVID-19 cases rise
Nov. 2 – 13: $19 M grant would help schools with teacher development, stipends, reading & math curriculum, summer ed resources and moreOct. 20 to Oct. 30: AZDHS amends COVID-19 school benchmarks
Oct. 7 – Oct. 19: What are teachers doing ahead of elections to support students afterwards
Aug. 25 – Sept. 8: Parents voice concern about online class size; school nurses prepare for students
Aug. 12 – Aug. 24: Students, teachers affected by Zoom outage
July 30 – Aug. 11: Parent organizes co-op for learners; group rallies for in-person school days after benchmarks release
July 13- July 30: Teachers prepare for digital learning and back to school
June 29 – July 12: Video: Gov. says ‘Goal is to get children back to school when it’s safe;’ Schools lay out learning models
June 29: Video: Gov. delays in-person classes to Aug. 17 due to rise in COVID-19
June 15 – June 29: Video: Gov. pauses re-opening of some businesses as COVID-19 cases rise
June 24: Plan provides more funding, flexible instruction as schools re-open
May 26 – June 12: Increase in COVID-19 cases marks a new daily high
May 20 – 25: AZ Dept. of Ed releases COVID-19 guidance to schools for summer programs, back to school
May 11 – 19: Arizonans consider workplace safety, what back to school will look like amid COVID-19
April 26 – May 10: Stores re-open, COVID-19 testing blitz resumes on Saturday
March 12 – April 7, 2020: Coronavirus response: Cases rise; AZ Day of Giving