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Updated Aug. 29, 2022: The U.S. Department of Education says an application for federal student loan debt forgiveness will launch in early October, people are encouraged to fill out the application before Nov. 15 to receive relief before the final pause in student loan payments ends on Dec. 31, 2022, and once the form is completed borrowers can expect relief within 4 to 6 weeks.
Borrowers are encouraged to sign up at StudentAid.Gov/DebtRelief to be notified when the application is available.
ICYMI: Next steps for loan forgiveness 👇👇👇 https://t.co/nikp0e6n3x
— U.S. Department of Education (@usedgov) August 28, 2022
See what types of student loans qualify for the student loan debt forgiveness plan.
Wondering if your federal student loans qualify for cancelation? Undergrad loans, grad loans, spousal loans, and parent PLUS/grad PLUS loans are all eligible! Get the latest information at https://t.co/HgWdQfenTS pic.twitter.com/EAfr1fKwzD
— U.S. Department of Education (@usedgov) August 26, 2022
Read President Joe Biden’s speech make when announcing the Student Loan Debt Relief plan on Aug. 24, 2022.
#DYK: 27 million students who received Pell grants to attend college – 60% of eligible federal student loan borrowers – will each qualify for up to $20,000 in federal student loan cancellation. #FactFriday https://t.co/Dj4kxWbne2 pic.twitter.com/O6i6zjHUYL
— U.S. Department of Education (@usedgov) August 26, 2022
My student loan plan makes sure working people have a shot at a college degree without the fear of being saddled with insurmountable debt. pic.twitter.com/AJdf8wRBYK
— President Biden (@POTUS) August 25, 2022
As many as 43 million borrowers can benefit from my Administration’s student loan debt relief plan.
— President Biden (@POTUS) August 26, 2022
Nearly 45% can have their loans fully cancelled. That’s 20 million people.
Wednesday, I announced my Administration’s plan to bring student loan relief to Americans that need it most. Stories from borrowers have poured in sharing what this relief means to them.
— President Biden (@POTUS) August 26, 2022
How will this relief make a difference for you? Text me at (302) 404-0880 and let me know.
Since 1980, the total cost of both four-year public and four-year private college has nearly tripled – but federal support has not kept up.
— The White House (@WhiteHouse) August 26, 2022
By providing targeted debt relief, @POTUS’ student loan debt plan will provide middle-class and working families with more breathing room pic.twitter.com/ID4WNuwetY
Also, the U.S. Dept. of Education encourages people to check to see if student loan payments that previously did not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness porgram now do and to take action by October 31, 2022 at StudentAid.gov/PSLFWaiver.
Now through October 31st, you may be able to receive credit for student loan payments that previously did not qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Learn more here: https://t.co/SbqZMl4Kgz #PSLF pic.twitter.com/IdhEpEYVI3
— U.S. Department of Education (@usedgov) August 27, 2022
#ICYMI: Check out our Twitter Spaces conversation with @FAFSA on Public Service Loan Forgiveness, including information on how to apply & take advantage of a limited-time waiver ending on October 31, 2022. https://t.co/4el4ZYkDDM
— U.S. Department of Education (@usedgov) August 26, 2022
The U.S. Dept. of Education encourages people to follow them and FAFSA on Twitter to keep up with the latest on the student loan debt forgiveness plan and more.
For millions of Americans with federal student loans, debt relief is here! Get all the latest updates by following @usedgov & @FAFSA. pic.twitter.com/PzOeGGepsA
— U.S. Department of Education (@usedgov) August 29, 2022
Updated Aug. 24, 2022: U.S. President Joe Biden announced today a plan that would forgive up to $10,000 in student loan debt for individuals who make less than $125,000 and families who earn less than $250,000.
Also, President Biden said student loan payments would be paused one final time through Dec. 31, 2022.
In keeping with my campaign promise, my Administration is announcing a plan to give working and middle class families breathing room as they prepare to resume federal student loan payments in January 2023.
— President Biden (@POTUS) August 24, 2022
I’ll have more details this afternoon. pic.twitter.com/kuZNqoMe4I
“In addition, we’re fixing the student loan system itself,” President Biden said during a press conference with U.S. Secretary of Education Dr. Miguel Cardona standing beside him.
Many economists and higher education experts are against the plan, saying that it does nothing to stop the rising costs of college, according to a National Public Radio article.
Those who have not supported student loan debt forgiveness, expressed their displeasure with the plan.
“This is a slap in the face to those who never went to college, as well as borrowers who upheld their responsibility to taxpayers and paid back their loans,” said Rep. Virginia Foxx of North Carolina, the top Republican on the House Education Committee, in a Tuesday night statement.
President Biden’s remarks start at the 23 minute mark in the video below.
The White House video: U.S. President Joe Biden Delivers Remarks on Student Loan Debt Forgiveness Plan
“The cost of education beyond high school has gone up significantly,” President Biden said. “The total cost to attend a public four-year university has tripled in 40 years.”
“Instead of properly funding public colleges, many states have cut back,” President Biden said, which has left students with picking up more of the bill for their college educations.
“I know what I’m announcing is not going to make everyone happy,” President Biden said.
“These actions build on my administration’s effort to make college more affordable in the first place,” President Biden said.
Today’s announcement is about opportunity and giving people a fair shot, President Biden said.
How to qualify for the student loan debt forgiveness plan
In order to benefit from this plan, most federal student loan borrowers will have to submit an application to verify their income.
The application to verify income and cancel student loan debt will be available no later than when the pause on federal student loan repayments terminates at the end of the year, the U.S. Dept. of Education says.
The U.S. Department of Education said the nearly 8 million borrowers who already have their income information on file should qualify to have their debts canceled automatically. To address the financial harms of the pandemic by smoothing the transition back to repayment and helping borrowers at highest risk of delinquencies or default once payments resume, the U.S. Department of Education will provide targeted student debt cancellation to borrowers with loans held by the Department of Education.
The U.S. Dept. of Education will announce more details on how borrowers can claim relief under this plan in the weeks ahead.
BREAKING NEWS: The Department of Education will provide up to $20,000 in targeted student debt cancellation to borrowers with loans held by the Department, ensuring that borrowers are not worse off financially due to the pandemic. https://t.co/N4xOnieOaN [🧵 1/7 ] pic.twitter.com/AGyax5x2W8
— U.S. Department of Education (@usedgov) August 24, 2022
How the plan could be implemented
The U.S. Dept. of Education is also making available a legal memorandum regarding its authority for these discharges.
The memo from Lisa Brown with the Office of General Counsel to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona says The HEROES Act, enacted after the September 11 atttacks provides the U.S. Secretary of Education with broad authority to grant relief from student loan requirements during specific periods (a war, other military operation, or national emergency, such as the present COVID-19 pandemic) and for specific purposes (including to address the financial harms of such a war, other military operation, or emergency).
“In present circumstances, this authority could be used to effectuate a program of categorical debt cancellation directed at addressing the financial harms caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Secretary could waive or modify statutory and regulatory provisions to effectuate a certain
amount of cancellation for borrowers who have been financially harmed because of the COVID19 pandemic. The Secretary’s determinations regarding the amount of relief, and the categories of borrowers for whom relief is necessary, should be informed by evidence regarding the
financial harms that borrowers have experienced, or will likely experience, because of the COVID-19 pandemic. But the Secretary’s authority can be exercised categorically to address the situation at hand; it does not need to be exercised “on a case-by-case basis.” Id. § 1098bb(b)(3). That is, he is not required to determine or show that any individual borrower is entitled to a specific amount of relief, and he instead may provide relief on a categorical basis as necessary to address the financial harms of the pandemic,” the memo reads.
Other key components of the plan
In addition, the U.S. Department of Education is also proposing a rule to create a new income-driven repayment plan that will substantially reduce future monthly payments for lower- and middle-income borrowers. The proposed rule would protect more income from loan payments. It would cut in half — from 10% to 5% of discretionary income — he amount that borrowers have to pay each month on their undergraduate loans, while borrowers with both undergraduate and graduate loans will pay a weighted average rate.
📣 Just announced: New one-time student loan cancellation to be granted based on income: https://t.co/z5lNFXZTWQ. Additionally, the student loan payment pause has been extended through 12/31/2022. pic.twitter.com/D4WQtVa8b3
— Federal Student Aid (@FAFSA) August 24, 2022
Proposed changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Also, the U.S. Dept. of Education is proposing long-term changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program that will make it easier for borrowers working in public service to gain loan forgiveness by allowing more payments to qualify for PSLF including partial, lump sum, and late payments, and allowing certain kinds of deferments and forbearances – such as those for Peace Corps and AmeriCorps service, National Guard duty, and military service – to count toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness. These proposed changes build on the progress made with the temporary changes announced last year by the Department that expire on October 31, 2022.
To apply for forgiveness or payments to count toward forgiveness under the temporary changes, visit the PSLF Public Service Loan Forgiveness Help Tool.
Plan’s impact on Pell Grant recipients
Pell Grants recipients could have an additional $10,000 in federal student loan debt cancelled, about 60% of current federal student loan borrowers also received Pell Grants, National Public Radio reports.
Today, Pres. Biden announced the latest in efforts to address the student debt crisis – he will cancel $10K in debt for ppl earning < $125K, & up to $20K for Pell Grant recipients.
— Throughline (@throughlineNPR) August 24, 2022
Wondering how this student debt crisis began? Check out this ep: https://t.co/G3PGrHncUA
“For 50 years, Pell Grants have been a key way for the federal government to help lower income families, particularly those earning less than $60,000 a year to send their kids to college,” President Biden said.
“Those Pell Grants used to cover 80% of the cost of going to a public four-year college. Today, Pell Grants cover roughly 32%, that’s 1/3 of the cost as opposed to before,” President Biden said. “It matters.”
On Wednesday, President Biden announced a sweeping effort to forgive up to $20,000 of federal student loan debt for Pell Grant recipients, and up to $10,000 for other qualifying borrowers. https://t.co/ohtRZkni81 pic.twitter.com/yE5p4IZ7Hn
— NPR (@NPR) August 24, 2022
“If his plan survives legal challenges that are almost certain to come, it could offer a windfall to a swath of the nation in the run-up to this fall’s midterm elections,” The Associated Press reports in it’s story on this.
President Joe Biden has unveiled a plan to cancel $10,000 in federal student loans. Borrowers who earn less than $125,000 a year would be eligible.
— The Associated Press (@AP) August 24, 2022
Biden will also extend a pause on federal student loan payments for what he called the “final time.” https://t.co/kqpI6IMns2
About 43 million people with federal student loan debt would benefit from the plan, and 20 million people would have their debt completely canceled, according to a senior administration official.
Borrowers who earn less than $125,000 a year, or families earning less than $250,000, would be eligible for the $10,000 loan forgiveness, President Joe Biden announced. For recipients of Pell Grants, the government would cancel up to $10,000 more. https://t.co/xT2mOACikp
— KTAR News 92.3 (@KTAR923) August 24, 2022
Student debt makes up the largest amount of household debt after home mortgages, WalletHub reports. As of the first quarter of 2022, outstanding college-loan balances were nearly $1.61 trillion, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
See their analysis of student debt by state and the unemployment rate for people 25- to 24 years old here.
For example, Arizona ranks 41st in the nation in student debt by state, and 39th in student loan indebtedness and 29th in grant and student work opportunities.
Which states have the most and least #studentloan #debt? WalletHub’s new study has the answer: https://t.co/OKoICNz3dg pic.twitter.com/KT7IlYwuRM
— WalletHub (@wallethub) August 24, 2022
In other education news …
The new home of the Arizona State University’s mens hockey team has been unveiled as Mullett Arena. Announced on Tuesday, the arena has been named after major boasters, Don and Barbara Mullett.
The home of Arizona State University’s men’s hockey team – and the temporary home of the Arizona Coyotes – officially has a name. https://t.co/TNDODzfdK4 #abc15 pic.twitter.com/moED0o5DvH
— ABC15 Arizona (@abc15) August 24, 2022
Described by some as the biggest school-choice victory in the nation, Gov. Doug Ducey has signed into law a bill that will expand school vouchers.
This law will allow parents to use school vouchers for private school tuition or other educational costs.
School vouchers have been expanded. The Gaggle finds out just what that means for Arizona https://t.co/lO9bdOH6Qv
— azcentral (@azcentral) August 24, 2022
It was a great end to a successful summer for Career Ready Tempe summer internship participants.
Congratulations to this year’s Career Ready Tempe summer internship participants! Students & businesses capped off a successful summer with a celebration on Aug. 16. Learn more about the program, which is supported by @tempechamber Foundation: https://t.co/mvPDn30d2y @TUHSD_News pic.twitter.com/GC6tJelc7A
— City of Tempe, AZ (@Tempegov) August 22, 2022
Chandler Unified School District 4th-grade teacher is awarded the highest Arizona Association of Teachers of Mathematics recognition for 2022.
4th-grade @GiftedWeinberg teacher Kerri Zitar was named the 2022 Arizona Association of Teachers of Mathematics (AATM) Copper Apple Award winner!
— Chandler Unified School District (@ChandlerUnified) August 24, 2022
This is the highest AATM recognition awarded annually to recognize excellence in mathematics education in AZ. #WeAreChandlerUnified pic.twitter.com/ocwqySlR2k
The latest Arizona Department of Health Services dashboard update shows confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona are 2,245,713 as of Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2022, up 8,505 cases from last week, and 31,047 in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
This week’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 8,505 cases and 65 deaths.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 24, 2022
People who are fully vaccinated and boosted have the highest level of protection against #COVID19 and its variants. Make sure your protection is up to date!
More info: https://t.co/q2kfD0trVQ pic.twitter.com/DJXHPTgTMm
Parents: If your child is sick with a cough, fever, sore throat, vomiting, or diarrhea, they should stay home from school to avoid getting others sick. If your child has symptoms of #COVID19, get them tested. Consult their doctor with questions. More: https://t.co/aAI5I6kzjs. pic.twitter.com/3CAzLjlMrD
— CDC (@CDCgov) August 24, 2022
In Maricopa County there are 1,410,942 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 286,501 Pima County, 145,664 Pinal County, 67,098 in Yuma County, 63,409 in Mohave County, 54,269 in Yavapai County, 49,100 in Coconino County, 43,537 in Navajo County, 35,546 in Cochise County, 30,440 in Apache County, 19,510 in Gila County, 18, 298 in Santa Cruz County, 13,250 in Graham County, 5,707 in La Paz County and 2,442 in Greenlee County.
REMINDER: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its #COVID19 guidance. #StayInformed and #StayProtected: https://t.co/SYbxP8KrJx pic.twitter.com/VNUO9bIDcI
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 24, 2022
A man suspected of bringing a gun to campus has been detained by University of Arizona police department Wednesday.
University of Arizona police have detained a man suspected of bringing a gun to campus Wednesday. https://t.co/xaKs2Tie0Y #abc15 pic.twitter.com/ZAqN8lSNwz
— ABC15 Arizona (@abc15) August 24, 2022
The Education Foundation of Sierra Vista, Inc. and Target partnered together to gift a Sierra Vista Unified School District student a $300 shopping trip.
For the first time in the century that the Tombstone Unified School District has existed, it now has an actual governing board room.
Aug. 22, 2022
The first class of new educators in training for Arizona Teacher Residency are instructing students in the classroom under the guidance of a veteran teacher and will lead their own classrooms in the spring.
Find out more about this program that’s based on a medical residency and offers subsidized tuition and mentorship in an effort to recruit and retain teachers.
Paid tuition and a mentor, too: Arizona program aims to support new teachers https://t.co/gx6G1Jqo6A
— azcentral education (@azceducation) August 22, 2022
Educators apply now for an opportunity to receive $600 for your classroom project funded by DonorsChoose and the Arizona Department of Education.
Projects are being funded on a first-come, first-served basis and applications opened today.
#Teachers register now for opportunity to receive $600 toward your #classroom project courtesy of @DonorsChoose & @azedschools. Link to apply at #AZEdNews. Projects funded first come, first served – https://t.co/H0pFjsoa9J pic.twitter.com/X2qdDjxH0l
— AZ Education News (@azednews) August 22, 2022
Monument Valley High School in Chinle, Ariz., held a dedication ceremony for the new Mustang Stadium, and Sports Coordinator Stephen Young says the investment will help bring the community together, as well as motivate and bring pride to student-athletes.
“Last Friday, Monument Valley High held a dedication ceremony for the new Mustang Stadium. The previous week, new turf was installed, featuring bright green with the MV logo in blazing red in the center and at the endzones.”https://t.co/PayN2o4Spl pic.twitter.com/91Q4XIoAoG
— Navajo Times (@navajotimes) August 19, 2022
Peoria Unified School District students are back in class after power was restored to campuses, after a microburst from a monsoon storm on Thursday knocked down trees and power lines.
Peoria Unified schools reopen following power outage from Thursday’s stormshttps://t.co/DR3Uog8Oxr pic.twitter.com/QmRlSbmQbX
— azfamily 3TV CBS 5 (@azfamily) August 22, 2022
Fifth graders around the state have an opportunity to earn $529 to be deposited in a new or existing AZ529 Education Savings Plan toward their future college and career goals by submitting an essay on “What Is Your Dream Job and How Do You Plan on Achieving It in the Future?” to AZ529, Arizona’s Education Savings Plan annual essay writing contest which launched today.
@AZ_529 essay #contest offers 5th graders an opportunity to #win $529 toward #education & #career goals. More at #AZEdNews – https://t.co/gnFC8s6hlU pic.twitter.com/4ip5f7gW1K
— AZ Education News (@azednews) August 22, 2022
See why many people may be covering up with a hoodie even when it’s hot outside.
A growing trend of covering up during high temps prompted meteorologist @DrShepherd2013 to reflect on the function of the humble hoodie.@offcentervoice spoke with him to learn how hoodies can help beat the heat — and emotional stressors, too.https://t.co/i9k1gXHrKt
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) August 22, 2022
Deer Valley Unified shares a glimpse of what students were learning and doing today.
The #Scorpions of Park Meadows @PMScorpionPride @DVUSD are enjoying a beautiful AZ day! #learning pic.twitter.com/JUwjaWLpBq
— Curt Finch, PhD (@DrFinchDVUSD) August 22, 2022
The latest Arizona Department of Health Services dashboard update shows confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona are 2,237,208 as of Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, up 12,244 cases from last week, and 30,982 in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
With children preparing to return to in-person learning, healthcare providers can communicate with families to add routine childhood and COVID-19 vaccinations to their back-to-school checklist. Learn more: https://t.co/HVOf3CNoDc. pic.twitter.com/scQ9lJrgP8
— CDC (@CDCgov) August 22, 2022
In Maricopa County there are 1,406,462 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 285,087 Pima County, 145,126 Pinal County, 66,857 in Yuma County, 63,221 in Mohave County, 53,939 in Yavapai County, 48,900 in Coconino County, 43,238 in Navajo County, 35,375 in Cochise County, 30,185 in Apache County, 19,363 in Gila County, 18,163 in Santa Cruz County, 13,164 in Graham County, 5,695 in La Paz County and 2,433 in Greenlee County.
#COVID19 community levels remain high in 4 Arizona counties. If you live in an area with high community levels, masks are recommended in public indoor areas.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 22, 2022
Check on your county’s level and mask recommendation here: https://t.co/pxxpWyul7C pic.twitter.com/CkKXbxr9ev
Find a free #COVID19 vaccine or testing site today, 8/22:
— Maricopa County Public Health (@Maricopahealth) August 22, 2022
Vaccinations:
⏰ 10am-2pm: Avondale Library, 11350 Civic Center Dr
⏰ 2-6pm: 1011 S McClintock Dr, Tempe
Testing:
⏰ 8am-2pm: Setay Dance & Fitness
⏰ 10am-4pm: DocGo in Mesa, appt required: https://t.co/2Bz34WMWPv pic.twitter.com/F6FU5dC3Xg
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How does #monkeypox spread? What does it look like? How can I prevent it?
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 20, 2022
You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers. Learn more in today’s blog:https://t.co/QJ2fhEOdzj pic.twitter.com/TtttUGVcUi
University of Arizona is welcoming it’s largest class of students to campus this year.
University of Arizona starts another school year with nearly 9,000 first-year students: https://t.co/GEFhTnstwj pic.twitter.com/UlCXkm7DMt
— azfamily 3TV CBS 5 (@azfamily) August 22, 2022
The City of Tempe celebrates youth who participated in paid internship opportunities for in-demand fields through their Career Ready Tempe initiative. Find out more about the program here.
Congratulations to this year’s Career Ready Tempe summer internship participants! Students & businesses capped off a successful summer with a celebration on Aug. 16. Learn more about the program, which is supported by @tempechamber Foundation: https://t.co/mvPDn30d2y @TUHSD_News pic.twitter.com/GC6tJelc7A
— City of Tempe, AZ (@Tempegov) August 22, 2022
You may be able to receive credit for student loan payments that previously did not qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Click below and find out.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness borrowers: Now through October 31, 2022, you may be able to receive credit for student loan payments that previously did not qualify for PSLF. Learn more & submit your waiver: https://t.co/hML8eDmgkb pic.twitter.com/5TheTSmNLr
— U.S. Department of Education (@usedgov) August 22, 2022
Phoenix Union High School District reminds students to focus on individual needs and projects from home or a safe space on campus during today’s iDay.
PXU Students, just a reminder that today is an iDay 💻 Today is a day to spend focusing on individual needs and projects from home or from a safe space on campus📍. For more info on what today will look like, visit https://t.co/IrQUlsh8da 😊 pic.twitter.com/CPh9tZdkWG
— PXU (@PhoenixUnion) August 22, 2022
See how you can become part of Education Forward Arizona’s advocates network to help support public K-12 education.
Earlier this year, we mobilized more than 200 community leaders to sign a petition urging lawmakers to take action on the K-12 Aggregate Expenditure Limit, and guess what?! They did! Join us in making a difference: https://t.co/AVphJQlfI2 pic.twitter.com/4T1bz090az
— Education Forward Arizona (@EdForwardAZ) August 22, 2022
See how Arredondo Elementary is a home away from home for students.
Arredondo Elementary is a learning community known as “a home away from home” for students. A school that prides itself in having a team of caring and dedicated school employees that believe every child should have the opportunity to do amazing things. ❤️ https://t.co/d0K5aA89qs
— Tempe Elementary (@TempeElementary) August 18, 2022
Enjoy working with students and looking for a career? Check out Peoria Unified’s KidZone with is hiring for before and after school care for students in kindergarten through eighth grade.
.@KidZoneAZ is hiring associates and substitutes for the 22-23 school year! Check out the positions on our website at https://t.co/61wcfrjsHH. Positions starting at $14.95 per hour! pic.twitter.com/Ahf2dxrVH2
— Peoria Unified (@PeoriaUnified11) August 22, 2022
Pima Traditional School in Scottsdale Unified School District honors students who are weekly word winners.
Weekly Word winners! These scholars were able to define and or use the word “bestow” in a sentence. pic.twitter.com/EJLYUMlkLB
— Pima Traditional School (@PimaSUSD) August 22, 2022
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See what the most popular majors are at Arizona State University, University of Arizona and Northern Arizona University.
For subscribers: What is the most popular field of study at Arizona’s universities? It hasn’t changed much in 20 yearshttps://t.co/ktwjjgRERk
— azcentral (@azcentral) August 18, 2022
D-Backs Give Back surprise Valencia Newcomer School students with school supplies, backpacks & hats as part of their Giveback to Education Week.
Today, @DbacksGiveBack visited the Valencia Newcomer School as part of their Giveback to Education Week. Each student received a hat, backpack, and brand-new school supplies! They also donated 15 iPads for students who meet their academic growth plans this school year!🎒 pic.twitter.com/Br2rd41AIH
— Alhambra Elementary School District (@AlhambraESD) August 12, 2022
Schools are still having difficulty finding enough educators – especially elementary, math, science and special education teachers.
Elementary teaching positions are some of the hardest jobs to fill for Arizona schools, according to a recent survey.@GriseldaZetino has the latest on the state’s teacher shortage: https://t.co/FbtCPItGkm
— KTAR News 92.3 (@KTAR923) August 18, 2022
Looking for school lunch tips? Check this out.
New on the blog: USDA Issues Helpful Reminders for Your School Lunch Prep. Learn more https://t.co/nTG3xxDjY0 pic.twitter.com/uWT8WB6X0b
— USDA Nutrition (@USDANutrition) August 18, 2022
Kofa High School celebrates it’s Marine Corps JROTC team for their accomplishments.
Kofa MCJROTC team finishes in Marine Corps top 4 at national championshiphttps://t.co/iAyUfbVqhO
— Yuma Sun News (@yumasun) August 18, 2022
The latest dashboard update shows confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona are 2,237,208 as of Wednesday, Aug. 17, 2022, up 12,244 cases from last week, and 30,982 in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
This week’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 12,244 cases and 81 deaths.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 17, 2022
Find out how you can #StayProtected and #StayInformed with the latest CDC guidance.
Learn more: https://t.co/YiAWAHqczm pic.twitter.com/GLNyNSz4gP
REMINDER: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its #COVID19 guidance.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 18, 2022
Find out how to #StayProtected: https://t.co/YiAWAHqczm pic.twitter.com/TZB6SMcJdV
In Maricopa County there are 1,406,462 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 285,087 Pima County, 145,126 Pinal County, 66,857 in Yuma County, 63,221 in Mohave County, 53,939 in Yavapai County, 48,900 in Coconino County, 43,238 in Navajo County, 35,375 in Cochise County, 30,185 in Apache County, 19,363 in Gila County, 18,163 in Santa Cruz County, 13,164 in Graham County, 5,695 in La Paz County and 2,433 in Greenlee County.
REMINDER 📣
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 15, 2022
CDC #COVID19 community levels are high in Apache, La Paz, Mohave, and Yuma counties, meaning masks are recommended in public indoor settings.
Learn more about your county’s community level and prevention steps: https://t.co/pxxpWyul7C pic.twitter.com/6fIDUsuFgq
Vaccinations help prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and even death from #COVID19 and its variants.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 15, 2022
It’s quick, easy and free. Find a provider near you: https://t.co/q2kfD0sU6i pic.twitter.com/NwouN1V10t
See what schools are doing to increase enrollment and student engagement after COVID.
COVID decreased enrollment & increased absenteeism in AZ. What are schools doing to reverse the trend? @Galveston_Lions in the @ChandlerUnified school district opened their doors to @azdangonzalez to see what they are doing about it. #COVIDLearningAZ https://t.co/95QR0AmfaG pic.twitter.com/B1eglTQcUz
— Helios Ed Foundation (@HeliosEdFnd) August 18, 2022
Peoria High School students learn about careers in the construction industry in their career and technical education classes.
Thank you to @DPRConstruction for starting off construction & welding classes @PeoriaPanthers by sharing the many career pathways available to students within the construction industry! #byfarizona #PeoriaCTE #PeoriaUnified11 pic.twitter.com/XlvSdFzx8u
— PeoriaCTE (@PeoriaCTE) August 17, 2022
Take a look at some of these ideas for book clubs that appeal to all students.
“There’s a gap between kids who love to read and those who find it difficult. Book clubs create good experiences for all.”
— ISTE (@iste) August 18, 2022
To create a successful book club that kids will love, here are some tips. #K12 #Education https://t.co/uqlkjXvwkK
A first year Marana Unified School District teacher has her wish list fulfilled thanks to Services for Education.
First year @degraziaMUSD teacher, Mrs. Ivy Clements, was selected to have her Amazon School Supply Wish List fulfilled with appreciation from SSC. #MUSDthanks Services for Education for their partnership supporting #maranaschools teachers and students! https://t.co/hvE4uvvAVV pic.twitter.com/2k8OWRtA1w
— Marana Unified (@MaranaSchools) August 18, 2022
Looking for a way to earn while you learn? See below.
Are you looking for an on-campus job this year? Federal Work Study encourages work related to your area of study or community service, so you can gain valuable experience, and learn while you earn. Check your eligibility and browse positions at https://t.co/nRv1sabKpz. pic.twitter.com/F7dx5Sx0mq
— Chandler-Gilbert CC (@chandlergilbert) August 18, 2022
Here are some ways to help young students with worries about going back to school, courtesy edutopia.
Help young learners manage any back-to-school anxiety they may have by sharing picture books about worrying. 📚💕https://t.co/6lSH0LKK0P
— edutopia (@edutopia) August 18, 2022
Washington Elementary School District welcomes new administrators for the school year.
Last night, the WESD Governing Board approved new principals, administrators and directors for the 2022-2023 school year! Please join us in congratulating and welcoming these dedicated leaders to their new roles serving the #WESDFamily! pic.twitter.com/mxTJk4qx7o
— WESD Schools (@WESDschools) August 18, 2022
See how you can help Chandler Education Foundation fund innovative projects in the school district.
We are grateful for community support of our #CashForClassrooms campaign to raise money for innovative projects in @ChandlerUnified classrooms. Donate at https://t.co/FrRdD4J3uD. $100 or more and receive a newly designed @StateFortyEight shirt as our thank you! pic.twitter.com/dE8egPkTWS
— ChandlerEdFoundation (@ChandlerEdFound) August 16, 2022
Volunteers helped Live and learn AZ put together busy kits for children whose mothers are starting school this fall.
Thank you @DesertFinancial for visiting our office and helping us put together busy kits for children whose mothers are starting school this fall. We had a great time!#volunteering #giveback #hopewithaplan #empowerwomen pic.twitter.com/1Bl0kto3Vl
— Live and Learn AZ (@liveandlearnaz) August 16, 2022
Looking for affordable preschool? See what Head Start has to offer.
#HeadStart programs care about your whole family! Staff members recognize families as their children’s first teachers and honor cultural perspectives when building relationships with families. Watch: https://t.co/RDFyByk2FT pic.twitter.com/93keOf9CdY
— Office of Head Start (@HeadStartgov) August 18, 2022
Aug. 15, 2022
Find out more about Phoenix Union High School District’s new safety division and it’s focus on lockdowns and preventing school shootings as well as supporting mental health and well being for students.
.@PhoenixUnion is debuting a new safety division focused on lockdowns and preventing school shootings, as well as things like mental health and well being for students.
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) August 15, 2022
The Show speaks with Claudio Coria, executive director of that new division. https://t.co/cROCXD9zdZ
Peoria Unified School District welcomes back a student who has now become a teacher in the district.
First a student, now a teacher! Welcome back to Peoria Unified Ms. Goodman! @CanyonEl is so happy to have you! #PeoriaUnifiedPride pic.twitter.com/DeemuSGCeN
— Peoria Unified (@PeoriaUnified11) August 15, 2022
See how Arizona celebrated Navajo Code Talker Day on Sunday.
‘We have three Code Talkers left, and it’s nice for them to have a legacy’: Arizona celebrated its first Navajo Code Talker Day on Sunday https://t.co/zOoh05WZiC via @ArizonaMirror
— Shondiin Silversmith⁷ (@DiinSilversmith) August 15, 2022
Arizona State University is projecting a record 140,000 students enrolled for the Fall semester.
ASU expects to set another enrollment record with 140,000-plus students this fall https://t.co/nmaODnGROC
— azcentral education (@azceducation) August 15, 2022
The latest dashboard update shows confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona are 2,224,964 as of Wednesday, Aug. 10, 2022, up 13,501 cases from last week, and 30,901 in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
This week’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 13,501 cases and 59 deaths.#HealthyReminder: A COVID-19 vaccine booster dose is available for everyone ages 5 and older.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 10, 2022
Vaccines help protect you and your family. Find a vaccine provider near you: https://t.co/q2kfD0sU6i pic.twitter.com/wuKeHkKFPZ
Get tested if you have #COVID19 symptoms or 5-7 days after exposure to someone who is positive or who you believe is positive.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 11, 2022
Find a testing location: https://t.co/MAXE8sHyT4 pic.twitter.com/39z3Rvc8Hw
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its #COVID19 guidance.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 12, 2022
Find out how to #StayProtected in today’s blog: https://t.co/YiAWAHqczm pic.twitter.com/gQWSweOLo0
In Maricopa County there are 1,399,709 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 283,188 Pima County, 144,191 Pinal County, 66,610 in Yuma County, 62,861 in Mohave County, 53,610 in Yavapai County, 48,679 in Coconino County, 42,901 in Navajo County, 35,115 in Cochise County, 29,781 in Apache County, 19,191 in Gila County, 18,036 in Santa Cruz County, 13,005 in Graham County, 5,669 in La Paz County and 2,418 in Greenlee County.
REMINDER 📣
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 15, 2022
CDC #COVID19 community levels are high in Apache, La Paz, Mohave, and Yuma counties, meaning masks are recommended in public indoor settings.
Learn more about your county’s community level and prevention steps: https://t.co/pxxpWyul7C pic.twitter.com/6fIDUsuFgq
Vaccinations help prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and even death from #COVID19 and its variants.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 15, 2022
It’s quick, easy and free. Find a provider near you: https://t.co/q2kfD0sU6i pic.twitter.com/NwouN1V10t
Avondale Elementary students enjoy a healthy breakfast to help them get ready to learn.
The breakfast club 🤩 pic.twitter.com/wrESNFGzpA
— Avondale District (@AvondaleESD) August 15, 2022
See how things are changing for students, courtesy of edutopia.
From cool-down corners to marking personal desk space with tape, lessons learned from a chaotic year in the early grades.https://t.co/DYdF05KTyx
— edutopia (@edutopia) August 16, 2022
See some solutions teens from Arizona YMCAs came up with to help the homeless in the City of Chandler.
A New Leaf is proud to offer housing for the homeless across the valley. We love hearing input from our community members and are proud of these teens work! For emergency placement at a shelter contact 602-595-8700 families and 877-211-8661 individuals.https://t.co/9ju4h5qgEd
— A New Leaf (@ANewLeafAZ) August 16, 2022
Public school advocates led by Save Our Schools Arizona is seeking to have voters decide on their ballot whether a universal school voucher expansion passed by Arizona Legislators this session should stand. Voters rejected the last ESA expansion 2 to 1.
Earlier this summer, the Arizona Legislature passed a universal school voucher expansion bill. Now, members of @arizona_sos are trying to give voters the last word. @NewsByBridget reports.https://t.co/coyGyPaeh3
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) August 15, 2022
Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman visited students and staff at two Tucson Unified School District elementary schools.
Thank you @kathyhoffman_az, Arizona’s Superintendent of Public Instruction, for visiting TUSD’s Holladay and Bonillas elementary schools! #Proud2BTUSD🍎 pic.twitter.com/XThKs3WHvy
— Tucson Unified (@tucsonunified) August 5, 2022
Tempe Elementary School District seeks to hire electricians, custodians, HVAC techs, groundskeepers, and more.
We are hiring! Our Facilities Management Department has openings for electricians, custodians, HVAC techs, groundskeepers, and more. Our facilities team keeps our schools up and running and is an integral part of our district!
— Tempe Elementary (@TempeElementary) August 12, 2022
View our open positions: https://t.co/MupQ7a5l9V pic.twitter.com/Mnx9oHgFqo
Chandler Unified’s Hamilton High is determining it’s response to an AIA ruling putting the school on probation and making the football team ineligible for postseason competition.
Hamilton High response to the AIA putting the football program on probation. #AZFamily pic.twitter.com/MYNFQoB2pf
— Mark McClune (@MarkMcClune) August 15, 2022
See why meaningful learning opportunities are key for English Learners and multilingual students academic growth, courtesy of WestEd.
Looking to provide high-quality instruction for #EnglishLearners & Multilingual students? 🔑 Aída Walqui shares why and how ambitious pedagogies are key to ensuring meaningful learning opportunities for all: https://t.co/qYlf8TipOs #BacktoSchool #ELL #ELLchat #duallang pic.twitter.com/Z6bb7ECpSS
— WestEd (@WestEd) August 16, 2022
Flagstaff Unified School District thanked Desert Financial Credit Union and AZTV Channel 7 for their generous donation of backpacks and school supplies to Marshall Magnet Elementary students.
Thank you to AZTV Channel 7 and Desert Financial Credit Union for generously donating 50 backpacks and school supplies to students at Marshall Magnet Elementary School! pic.twitter.com/BBBDtYxjiu
— Flagstaff Unified School District (@FlagstaffUSD1) August 15, 2022
Aug. 3, 2022
Schools across Arizona welcomed students back to the classroom today to start the new school year.
Las Brisas students tour their school to know where the cafeteria is, the nurses office, library and other important areas at the school. First day tours are the best! @DVUSD @LasbrisasS pic.twitter.com/UDuW1BziXh
— Gayle Galligan (@ggalligan) August 3, 2022
We had so much fun on the first day of school! 🔔 We’re thankful for our students, staff, families & community for helping us kick off the 2022-2023 school year. We hope you’ll join us in embracing our district theme for the year: Create A Legacy.
— Tempe Elementary (@TempeElementary) August 2, 2022
Watch: https://t.co/AYb1vCaAop
La Joya Community High School Principal Sorensen greeted Lobos as they came on campus with a SMILE! The entire LOBOS staff engaged with students across campus to start day ONE! @TollesonUhsd #OneTeamOneGoal #familia #firstdayofschool
— Christina Boston (@See_Boston) August 3, 2022
Schedules✔
Student IDs✔
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Let’s GO!🎯 pic.twitter.com/pG9m4KwDsX
The @SHESBobcats welcomed more than 930 students this morning with smiles, hugs and a few tears as parents sent their students off to the #FirstDayofSchool. We are so excited to begin the 2022-2023 School Year! #BobcatsROAR #DysartWelcome pic.twitter.com/JBnHZq739l
— Dysart Schools (@DysartUSD) August 3, 2022
It’s all smiles on the first day of school at SUSD! Thank you to our amazing teachers and staff who have worked tirelessly to start the school year strong!
— Scottsdale Unified School District (@ScottsdaleUSD) August 3, 2022
Let’s get ready for a great year! #WeAreSUSD #WorldClassFutureFocused pic.twitter.com/qkLcgMvoQ3
Glendale Elementary School District’s Welcome Back event energized teachers and staff before students returned to campus.
GESD Welcome Back Event with the amazing keynote @RJMotivates! Thank you Robert! Kindness is the new Cool! @SegottaJones @GESD40 pic.twitter.com/fs5iqv1RqR
— Cindy Segotta Jones (@SegottaJones) August 2, 2022
Temporary fixes to boost the number of school counselors to students throughout the state may disappear when funding ends the Arizona Center for Investigative Reporting’s Maria Polletta reports.
.@mpolletta looked into attempts to improve AZ’s ratio of students to counselors, social workers and psychologists — and found that temporary fixes are facing a funding cliff that could leave students out of luck. She talked with @laurengilger about it.https://t.co/s344On5DZ6
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) August 3, 2022
See what University of Arizona students and faculty found and how it will help fellow astronomers.
University of Arizona students have completed the first comprehensive brightness study to characterize mega-constellation satellites cluttering the skies. https://t.co/NzhKNLY5ff pic.twitter.com/kyb0igAlfO
— University of Arizona (@uarizona) August 3, 2022
Inflation is leading many families to carefully choose which back-to-school items their students need.
This back-to-school shopping season, parents — particularly in the low to middle income bracket — are focusing on the basics while also trading down to cheaper stores amid surging inflation. https://t.co/0o5NSwCVqD
— Arizona Daily Star (@TucsonStar) August 3, 2022
Cave Creek Unified School District honors a student for her achievements.
Congratulations to CSHS Falcon Aveeva, who won the 5th place trophy in the 2022 US Kids Golf European Championship Tournament in Scotland! @aveeva_golf @CSHS_Falcons @CSHSAthletics1 @cort_monroe @nancydiab11 pic.twitter.com/ZyWhO1PU1R
— Cave Creek USD (@CaveCreekUSD93) August 2, 2022
Teachers and staff at Chino Valley Unified and Prescott Unified School districts kicked off the new school year with a reminder that positive relationships and support for students boosts a sense of community and academic engagement.
“The relationships we make; they matter,” Schumacher advised, noting a teacher need not be a comic to encourage laughter, praise, encouragement and fun into their classroom culture. #CourierNews https://t.co/2mjUHLXH3X
— The Daily Courier (@TheDailyCourier) August 2, 2022
The latest dashboard update shows confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona are 2,211,463 as of Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022, up 15,034 cases from last week, and 30,842 in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
This week’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 15,034 cases and 74 deaths.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 3, 2022
Make sure your protection is up to date by getting a safe and highly effective COVID-19 booster dose. Choose from hundreds of providers: https://t.co/q2kfD0sU6i pic.twitter.com/peczylHMAF
In Maricopa County there are 1,392,047 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 281,185 Pima County, 143,145 Pinal County, 66,214 in Yuma County, 62,485 Mohave County, 53,247 in Yavapai County, 48,448 in Coconino County, 42,559 in Navajo County, 34,895 in Cochise County, 29,488 in Apache County, 18,943 in Gila County, 17,909 in Santa Cruz County, 12,876 in Graham County, 5,630 in La Paz County and 2,392 in Greenlee County.
In today’s blog, we’re highlighting data from our monthly report on COVID-19 outcomes by vaccination status which demonstrates that people who are fully vaccinated and boosted have a higher level of protection against #COVID19 and its variants.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 3, 2022
More: https://t.co/cZKqvdvubn pic.twitter.com/SEb911scaH
Chandler Unified students develop their design and engineering skills.
Our #PTLW students were practicing their design and engineering skills today! @ChandlerUnified @PLTWorg pic.twitter.com/v075m7kloW
— Andersen Junior High School (@AJHSJaguars) August 2, 2022
Prescott High School has partnered with Yavapai College to develop an early college program for students.
For years, Prescott High students have been able to enroll in dual- enrollment courses with Yavapai College. This goes a step farther. #CourierNews https://t.co/PdCASCNiXo
— The Daily Courier (@TheDailyCourier) July 31, 2022
Looking for a way to help student? Kyrene is hiring counselors, speech language pathologists and psychologists.
Make a difference in a child’s life! We are currently hiring Speech Language Pathologists, Psychologists and Counselors. Visit https://t.co/Ug4SxiwdJH to apply and see why people choose #TeamKyrene. pic.twitter.com/Zodd00UU1R
— KyreneSchools (@KyreneSchools) August 2, 2022
Arizona Department of Education congratulates school district for serving students farm fresh local foods.
The ADE Health & Nutrition Services team is excited to announce the Summer 2022 Farm Fresh Challenge winners! Congrats to @Humboldtunified, @tucsonunified & @PSD49 for serving locally sourced ingredients and engaging their students in activities to learn about AZ agriculture. pic.twitter.com/CtrfAOa0ez
— Arizona Department of Education (@azedschools) August 3, 2022
Cartwright School District welcomed staff back with an inspirational keynote speaker.
Today’s Cartwright Conference was amazing! A huge thanks to our keynote speaker @TeachMrReed for a spectacular and inspiring speech! It was such a great start to this school year! Get ready for meet the teacher night from 5:30pm-7:00pm tomorrow! #oneteamunfamilia pic.twitter.com/TFgAQUNpQT
— Cartwright District (@CartwrightSD) August 3, 2022
See how University of Arizona’s New Start program helps freshmen adjust to college life.
Starting college can be a difficult transition for incoming freshman.
— Arizona Board of Regents (@AZRegents) August 2, 2022
Since 1969, @UArizona‘s New Start program has given freshmen a glimpse into college life through a six-week summer program where they live in dorms, connect with a peer mentor and take two classes.
Sign up now for Poston Butte High School’s blood drive on August 18th.
Poston Butte H.S. will sponsor a life-saving blood drive on Thursday, August 18th from 3:30 – 7:30 PM in the small gym. You can make an advanced appointment to secure a time that works best for your schedule. @PinalCounty @santanvalleyaz @PBhighschool #fusd22 pic.twitter.com/bNQf0Or6q6
— Florence Unified (@Florenceusd) August 3, 2022
Aug. 1, 2022
Families who need help getting their students clothes for back to school, should look into the Assistance League of Phoenix‘ Operation School Bell, which helps students with clothing, shoes and hygiene items.
One local group is helping students get the resources they need to go back to school. We have a look at Operation School Bell, and how they’re giving back to the community. https://t.co/d36ptDf3jj
— 12 News (@12News) August 1, 2022
It’s primary elections day tomorrow Tuesday, Aug. 2. So vote or bring your filled-in early ballot to a voting center or drop box.
Election Day is tomorrow! Have you made plans on where to vote? Find the most convenient location to vote in person by visiting https://t.co/8YEmXbWyRL. pic.twitter.com/YL8M2LIVUk
— Maricopa County Elections Department (@MaricopaVote) August 1, 2022
The Arizona Secretary of State’s Office has released its statewide voter registration update. Here is a quick summary, but for more details you can see the full report here: https://t.co/nHH6Yghad3 pic.twitter.com/XPRXM6A8Yv
— Secretary Katie Hobbs (@SecretaryHobbs) August 1, 2022
As students go back to school, here’s a helpful guide to keep safe as they walk around their neighborhood.
Download & hit print! Grab your kiddos & coloring utensils 🎨 — spend a few minutes teaching them about street safety!⚠️ 🛑
— Phoenix Street Transportation (@StreetsPHX) July 30, 2022
FREE ACTIVITY BOOK: https://t.co/7aBmJrR4Qw#PHXSummer @CityofPhoenixAZ pic.twitter.com/OsHq82M4Qx
Learn more about a Navajo Code Talker who passed away this weekend and how critically important they were in World War II.
Samuel Sandoval, one of the last remaining Navajo Code Talkers, has died at age 98 https://t.co/s9EuTUBPDf
— American Indian Policy Institute (@AIPInstitute) August 1, 2022
It’s meet the teacher night at Deer Valley Unified School District.
The Traditional School at Bellair @TradAcadBellair @DVUSD are welcoming students to Meet the Teacher Night! #TEAM pic.twitter.com/McmHDWdzYh
— Curt Finch, PhD (@DrFinchDVUSD) August 1, 2022
Pendergast Elementary School district encourages families to make student attendance at school a priority.
As we get ready to start the 2022-2023 school year, we can’t thank you enough for your partnership in making daily student attendance a priority. Please see this video from Superintendent Dr. Cruz on the importance of daily school attendance. #pesd92 https://t.co/eMiNrSppXO
— PESD92 (@PESD92) August 1, 2022
See what students did to keep learning this summer.
#Students prepare for #college opportunities & build confidence at Camp Catanese – https://t.co/WdTImfNs0O pic.twitter.com/BTyWPZMnMY
— AZ Education News (@azednews) August 1, 2022
See how #students keep their #language skills fresh at @MadisonAZ Madison Heights Elementary #Spanish Immersion #SummerCamp – https://t.co/0B50fmEnPV pic.twitter.com/KlFYOFGNVT
— AZ Education News (@azednews) July 27, 2022
Take a look at what #students did to build skills & have fun at @KyreneSchools Summer Academy & Expanded #Learning Program – https://t.co/pbczziJAaE pic.twitter.com/12vpSiFi7V
— AZ Education News (@azednews) July 19, 2022
The latest dashboard update shows confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Arizona are 2,196,429 as of Wednesday, July 27, 2022, up 17,249 cases from last week, and 30,768 in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
Parents & Caregivers: If your child is younger than 5, they can now receive #COVID19 vaccines to protect them from severe illness.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 1, 2022
More info: https://t.co/Kd4hI8dDY9 pic.twitter.com/7TNDNRvb3l
PXU is here for our community ❤️ We will be having another vaccination event this Saturday, August 6 at Metro Tech HS for anyone ages 3 and up! No appointments necessary. Visit https://t.co/6e5hW1v5Nm for more info 💻 pic.twitter.com/xLB4zEzw4B
— PXU (@PhoenixUnion) August 1, 2022
Nearly 3,000 people visit Arizona emergency rooms because of heat-related illnesses annually.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 1, 2022
Learn how to protect yourself in extreme Arizona heat: https://t.co/9PaqebX1vS pic.twitter.com/eyACPrhz13
In Maricopa County there are 1,383,292 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 279,033 Pima County, 142,228 Pinal County, 65,768 in Yuma County, 61,998 Mohave County, 52,857 in Yavapai County, 48,160 in Coconino County, 42,174 in Navajo County, 34,557 in Cochise County, 29,107 in Apache County, 18,603 in Gila County, 17,720 in Santa Cruz County, 12,672 in Graham County, 5,586 in La Paz County and 2,374 in Greenlee County.
#COVID19 community levels remain high in 10 counties. For that reason, masks are recommended in public indoor areas.
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) August 1, 2022
Check on your county’s level & recommended prevention steps here: https://t.co/pxxpWyul7C pic.twitter.com/RQFdx5ejlP
See how you can help your child get ready for classes this week.
Get ready, WESD families! The first day of school is only one week away. Help your child prepare for the new school year by encouraging a healthy sleeping schedule so they are alert and ready to learn! #WESDFamily pic.twitter.com/rfSwbrQGq3
— WESD Schools (@WESDschools) August 1, 2022
See why teachers of color are so important for students.
“Studies continue to show the positive impact teachers of color have on academic, social-emotional, and behavioral outcomes for students of all races.” https://t.co/bfavrIM7ok
— Education Next (@EducationNext) August 1, 2022
See how students can prepare for careers in the sports industry.
Students from @davisgenerals in Compton, California participated in @ASUinCA‘s “Making Moves Beyond the Game”, a panel providing students with hands-on learning about careers in the sports industry. https://t.co/bjQllRN0Dz
— Arizona State University (@ASU) August 1, 2022
See how teachers are preparing for the school year that starts this week.
Team Hawks @ssrhawks workshopping through the complexities of our standards-based grading transition plan. Teaching and learning from one another is our most effective PD! #Day1ready💪🏻💪🏻 #SSRhawkspride @SSR_AP @DrFinchDVUSD @DVUSD #extraordinary @ggalligan @AdminLeadServe pic.twitter.com/sWyY4gBjVD
— Hawk Pride (@SSR_AP) July 30, 2022
See why being able to regulate their emotions is so important for students’ success.
Educators say that children, adolescents and teens learn better – in any subject – when they know how to regulate their own emotions. https://t.co/StIiFf0GzZ
— U.S. News Education (@USNewsEducation) August 1, 2022
Earlier coverage
2022
July 1 – July 31: Daily schools update: How to save money on back-to-school shopping
June 1 – June 30: Schools update: ASU professor shares how supply chain issues impact Independence Day fireworks shows
May 3 – May 31: Schools update: How to discuss traumatic events with kids
April 4 – April 30: Daily schools update: Chinle principal wins Milken Educator Award
March 1- March 30: Daily schools update: An event-filled weekend of school arts festivals and a CTE competition
Feb.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
2021
Dec. 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
2020
Dec. 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
Oct. 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
April 8 – 25: You can get tested now if you think you’ve been exposed to COVID-19
March 12 – April 7, 2020: Coronavirus response: Cases rise; AZ Day of Giving