Black History Mural Month Project to highlight pioneers of the Black community launches in Phoenix

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Update 2/1/21: Looking for local art to share with students as you celebrate Black History Month? Take a look at the Black History Month Mural Project to teach Phoenix residents about some pioneers in the Black community, that KJZZ 91.5 FM reports on.
The first day of #BlackHistoryMonth is also the kickoff of a project in Phoenix meant to educate residents about some of the pioneers of the Black community. @markwbrodie talked with project organizer Gizette Knight.https://t.co/ztpNNXjjJJ
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) February 1, 2021
The teacher shortage in Arizona classrooms has worsened even more as the COVID-19 pandemic has continued, The Arizona Republic reports.
NEW: Arizona schools are on the brink of crisis, as decades-long teacher shortage keeps pace https://t.co/NwB441TRvd
— Lily Altavena🌵 (@lilyalta) February 1, 2021
Teaching Black history includes what’s happening now, not just in the past, Stand for Children says.
Teaching Black history is not just looking at the past. It also means examining what’s happening right now. https://t.co/8rCOueIZSe
— Stand for Children (@Stand4Children) February 1, 2021
It’s time to teach future generations about the impact and achievements of Black Americans, Maricopa Community Colleges say.
Today commemorates the first day of #BlackHistoryMonth. It is a time to educate future generations about the impact of black heritage and pay tribute to the achievements of the fearless leaders that shaped American history. This month is a reminder to be great. ✨ #BlackHistory pic.twitter.com/9y6S9yr1pH
— Maricopa Community Colleges (@mcccd) February 1, 2021
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Arizona rose to 762,145 today from 758,404 yesterday, and 13,124 have died from the virus, said the Arizona Department of Health Services.
TODAY: A 2nd state-run #COVID19 vaccination site opens at @ASU Phoenix Municipal Stadium. Watch LIVE at 10 a.m. as a group of educators and @Arizona_DPS Troopers are vaccinated to demonstrate the drive-thru facility in action. https://t.co/mfdu0t9Cef @AZNationalGuard pic.twitter.com/FM6IYNIi6O
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) February 1, 2021
Why is Arizona worst for COVID-19 nationwide? Here are 7 contributing reasons https://t.co/eXJ3C74ZhL via @azcentral
— YvonneWingettSanchez 🏜 (@yvonnewingett) February 1, 2021
In Maricopa County, there are 475,261 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 101,961 in Pima County, 42,546 n Pinal County, 35,184 in Yuma County, 19,641 in Mohave County, 16,325 in Yavapai County, 14,565 in Navajo County, 15,274 in Coconino County, 10,469 in Cochise County, 9,638 in Apache County, 7,439 in Santa Cruz County, 6,031 in Gila County, 5,126 in Graham County, 2,250 in La Paz County and 525 in Greenlee County.
Free #Covid19 saliva testing continues throughout AZ in partnership w/@AZDHS:
— Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University (@ASUBiodesign) February 1, 2021
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Results typically < 48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Drive-thru/walk-up avail depending on location
– Arrive on time w/QR code (no ID req)
Register: https://t.co/ihRoN249yp #MaskUpAZ 😷
Arizona Dept. of Health Services Interactive Graphic: (Hover over counties and boxes for more info)
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Washington Elementary School District honors Flor Banuelos for her creative approaches to learning.
Please join us in recognizing Flor Banuelos, support instructor at John Jacobs Head Start as a January Employee of the Month. Flor looks out for the best interest of her students and finds creative approaches to learning. She is encouraging, creative and positive. #WESDFamily pic.twitter.com/oJSd7MU2uW
— WESD Schools (@WESDschools) February 1, 2021
Thank your school counselors this week during National School Counseling Week, Tempe Union High School District says.
National School Counseling Week 2021 (Feb. 1–5), sponsored by @ASCAtweets highlights the essential contribution of school counselors and the tremendous impact they have on students day in and day out. Take a moment to thank your school counselors this week!❤️💙 #TUHSDstronger pic.twitter.com/SbLlDIVk3s
— TUHSD News (@TUHSD_News) February 1, 2021
Tolleson Elementary School District honors Carter G. Woodson, founder of Black History Month.
Today marks the beginning of Black History Month 2021, & we honor the founder, Carter G. Woodson. The origins of this important month date back to 1915. In 1976, February officially became Black History Month. We are grateful for Mr. Woodson’s wisdom & inspiration! pic.twitter.com/FjFrycosau
— Tolleson Elementary School District (@TollesonESD) February 1, 2021
2,713 Dreamers have applied for DACA through Dec. 31, 2020, while they await a ruling in a lawsuit challenging the legality of the DACA program in Texas.
Thousands of #Dreamers have applied for #DACA since December. But a Texas judge could rule any day that the program is unlawful. https://t.co/LOo7FYc9p9 via @azcentral
— Daniel Gonzalez (@azdangonzalez) February 1, 2021
A bill at the Arizona Legislature would end suspensions and expulsions for Pre-K through fourth-grade students except for the following reasons.
New bill would essentially end suspensions/expulsions for PreK-Grade four students except for under the following criteria:
— Lily Altavena🌵 (@lilyalta) February 1, 2021
-possess a dangerous weapon
-use or sell dangerous drugs
-they pose a safety threat
-all behavioral and disciplinary interventions have been exhausted pic.twitter.com/BiaFcCvvno
Here’s how to make the most of parent-teacher conferences during distance learning, courtesy of edutopia.
“We can plan for connecting with families by anticipating some of the issues that have consistently surfaced throughout the past few months and, most important, highlighting some of the joyful spots.” @MsKass1 has 6 tips for caregiver-teacher conferences.https://t.co/gGVBSp3kZv
— edutopia (@edutopia) February 1, 2021
Black families‘ lack of trust in their public schools ability to keep their children safe is holding back schools re-opening, The New York Times reports.
‘Because I can’t see for myself what’s going on in that [school] building, I’m not going to trust somebody else to keep my children safe.’ Important story from @EricaLG @elizashapiro @julianahyekimhttps://t.co/uTTtCLPpKj
— Erik Robelen (@ewrobelen) February 1, 2021
Learn more about the training involved in East Valley Institute of Technology students earning their Medical Assistant certifications.
Valeria and Jenny completed the EVIT Medical Assistant program in 2017. Their training included externships at pediatrics clinics and preparation to earn their medical assistant certification. Read more: https://t.co/H2zQuZXElD #SchoolChoiceWeek #EVITChangesLives pic.twitter.com/UKzz3FZyTt
— EVIT Career & College Prep #WeAreEVIT (@EVITnews) January 29, 2021
Black History Month starts today and Read On Arizona provides these books for young readers to recognize Black achievements and contributions all year long.
Black History Month starts today. Check out these terrific picture books about Black people by Black authors to celebrate Black history all year long. https://t.co/o2LnKLwzrD @HelpingKidsRise #kidlit #picturebook #reading #BlackHistoryMonth
— Read On Arizona (@ReadOnArizona) February 1, 2021
Tucson Unified School District thanks The Toronto Zoo for a virtual field trip for students.
Thanks to @EBTSOYP for the virtual fieldtrip to the @ZooToronto. We loved meeting Poe& learning all about Zebras& the Mongolian horses! Mr. Escobar’s class from Bonillas and Ms. Alvarado Wells& Ms Dolan’s classes from Sewell appreciate this exciting opportunity! @tucsonunified pic.twitter.com/tVPKWIB954
— EdTech – TUSD (@EdTech_TUSD) February 1, 2021
Arizona State University‘s NASA Persevere will be arriving on Mars soon and the team will share what it finds.
In 17 days, @NASAPersevere will be arriving at Mars and we’ll be able to see through the “eyes” of a NASA rover! The ASU-led #MastcamZ team with @ASU professor and principal investigator @Jim_Bell have lots to share on the website. #CountdownToMars https://t.co/7pb3TTb0K1
— School of Earth and Space Exploration (@SESEASU) February 1, 2021
Update 1/29/21: Schools leaders say as more teachers and school staff get vaccinated for COVID-19, they’re hoping it will help them resume in-person learning for students and provide students and staff with another layer of protection, KJZZ 91.5 FM reports..
As Arizona continues to see high rates of COVID-19 infection and hospitalization, school districts hope the vaccine will help them resume in-person learning soon. @rociohzz reports. https://t.co/47549Srx6Z
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) January 29, 2021
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Arizona rose to 748,260 today from 743,232 yesterday, and 13,022 have died from the virus, said the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Friday news dump from Arizona Dept of Health: Arizona now has 3 confirmed cases of the UK variant of #covid19 (B.1.1.7) pic.twitter.com/Zzc7IAUreX
— Dillon Rosenblatt (@DillonReedRose) January 30, 2021
Today’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 5,028 cases and 203 deaths. Arizona has hundreds of COVID-19 testing locations. Get tested if you have symptoms, have been exposed to someone who is infected or think you’ve been exposed. Find a location: https://t.co/S7BH4SPyxt pic.twitter.com/OgV47YqsiV
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 29, 2021
Through Thursday a total of 592,288 doses of #COVID19 vaccine have been administered in Arizona. The map shows which phase each county is currently vaccinating. Visit https://t.co/M6L2T5O7FI for more details. pic.twitter.com/MDzslF31qh
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 29, 2021
In Maricopa County, there are 465,875 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 9100,272 in Pima County, 42,052 in Pinal County, 34,871 in Yuma County, 18,883 in Mohave County, 16,096 in Yavapai County, 14,229 in Navajo County, 15,021 in Coconino County, 10,365 in Cochise County, 9,482 in Apache County, 7,400 in Santa Cruz County, 5,934 in Gila County, 5,050 in Graham County, 2,214 in La Paz County and 516 in Greenlee County.
Free #Covid19 saliva testing throughout Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
— Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University (@ASUBiodesign) January 25, 2021
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Results typically < 48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Drive-thru/walk-up avail depending on location
– Arrive on time w/QR code (no ID req)
Register: https://t.co/ihRoN249yp #MaskUpAZ 😷 pic.twitter.com/seIFizZ5Yf
See some of the toys and tools created by seventh graders at Choice Learning Academy in the Alhambra Elementary School District c to help community members.
Choice Learning Academy 3D Printing For the Community https://t.co/FZSJNTGKtL via @YouTube
— Alhambra Elementary School District (@alhambra_esd) January 26, 2021
Schools that have successfully implemented personalized learning for all students have borrowed some tools such as Individualized Educational Programs from special education, according to The Hechinger Report.
What lessons does special education hold for personalized learning? https://t.co/pJ6oTpeJl9
— Cognia (@CogniaOrg) January 30, 2021
Peoria Unified School District reminds parents to check their email for an update about a potential change in instruction.
Parents, be sure to check your email for an update from our Superintendent regarding the framework for potential change in instruction. https://t.co/3DZE3gQleT pic.twitter.com/knXpF78HfO
— Peoria Unified (@PeoriaUnified11) January 30, 2021
A bill awaiting Gov. Doug Ducey’s signature would close a loophole that let some people accused of abuse continue working with children, The Arizona Republic reports.
In 2019, @lilyalta & I found Arizona’s educator disciplinary system was flawed & allowed some people alleged of sexual abuse to continue working w/ kids. Now there’s a bill in front of Gov. @dougducey that would close one of these loopholes. https://t.co/DRYfKQIXma
— Mariana Dale (@mariana_dale) January 29, 2021
Take part in the Connect2STEM virtual event online Saturday at 10 a.m.
RT @uazmedphx: #Connect2STEM returns this Saturday, Jan. 30 at 10 am MST! Join us for the online, interactive pavilion with a series of live virtual events! Learn more and register today: https://t.co/YsEbhkGSLE pic.twitter.com/M4AFrmbzYo pic.twitter.com/jDCCPGjsux
— Raising Arizona Kids (@RAKmagazine) January 30, 2021
Learn more about a movement to create housing options for adults with autism, intellectual disabilities and developmental disabilities.
.@ASU_Alumni Denise Resnik worked with @MorrisonASU to release a study that looks at the lack of housing options for adults with #autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities, and the need for more choices to support those diverse needs.https://t.co/cPesVjCDxV
— ASU Now (@asunews) January 29, 2021
Chandler Unified School District honors Laurie Croswhite who was named an Amazing Teacher by azcentral.com.
Teacher Spotlight: Laurie Croswhite from CTA-Humphrey was named an Amazing Teacher for the month of January by AZ Central. Learn more at https://t.co/wcU4aAIfVi. #CUSDStory @CTA_EPAHumphrey pic.twitter.com/bADjbWtQdm
— Chandler Unified SD (@ChandlerUnified) January 28, 2021
See how teachers are using data to see what works best in virtual learning, courtesy of WestEd.
💭 How are teachers leveraging data to inform what works in virtual #classroom settings? This new @REL_West blogpost digs into data-based inquiry cycles #distancelearning #eddata https://t.co/QLGtPnT3S2
— WestEd (@WestEd) January 29, 2021
Tolleson Union High School District is holding a virtual teacher interview fair on Feb. 20.
Know a teacher who is looking for a job? Send them our way! @TollesonUhsd is hiring. Schedule your interview now for our February 20th Job Fair. (https://t.co/0ZbZ7KvdY3). #TollesonDoItWithPride pic.twitter.com/fnxCivsZat
— Tolleson UHSD (@TollesonUhsd) January 26, 2021
Learn more about students’ entries that won Dysart Unified‘s National History Day Awards at 10 a.m. on Saturday.
Stay tuned tomorrow morning at 10am as we unveil the winners of the 2nd annual National History Day Awards! This year’s competition was done virtually with students submitting entries electronically for the judges. Check out the premiere tomorrow 👉https://t.co/rBTd1188eY pic.twitter.com/KGjdkGZQkg
— Dysart School District (@DysartUSD) January 30, 2021
Update 1/28/21: School districts are focusing on enrolling students for next school year as they deal with concerns over state funding shortfalls, ABC 15 Arizona reports.
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Arizona rose to 743,232 today from 738,561 yesterday, and 12,819 have died from the virus, said the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Every person vaccinated at @StateFarmStdm is guaranteed a second dose appt. We’ve begun scheduling second dose appts during initial visits to state sites. Visit https://t.co/5EHTKxxYPY for information for those who received their #COVID19 vaccine at the site before the change. pic.twitter.com/3ljQGWV7PY
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 27, 2021
In Maricopa County, there are 462,580 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 99,441 in Pima County, 41,829 in Pinal County, 34,762 in Yuma County, 18,741 in Mohave County, 16,025 in Yavapai County, 14,178 in Navajo County, 14,998 in Coconino County, 10,324 in Cochise County, 9,472 in Apache County, 7,383 in Santa Cruz County, 5,900 in Gila County, 4,872 in Graham County, 2,211 in La Paz County and 516 in Greenlee County.
Free #Covid19 saliva testing throughout Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
— Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University (@ASUBiodesign) January 25, 2021
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Results typically < 48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Drive-thru/walk-up avail depending on location
– Arrive on time w/QR code (no ID req)
Register: https://t.co/ihRoN249yp #MaskUpAZ 😷 pic.twitter.com/seIFizZ5Yf
Deer Valley Unified School District invites you to take part in a pandemic parenting and social media webinar this evening.
Join us TONIGHT January 28 for a Pandemic Parenting and Social Media Webinar! Specific strategies will be shared on how to cultivate a digitally well family! To view the event flyer and to join the webinar visit: https://t.co/herNo0Ccj3… #SEL #parenting #webinar pic.twitter.com/DYR4tG1sgQ
— ⚡️DSMS ⚡️ (@thunderbolt_ap) January 28, 2021
Teacher Lindsey Stillman talks about why it’s important to teach students about the Holocaust to KJZZ 91.5 FM.
Advocates plan to keep pushing for the Arizona Legislature to require students to learn about genocides, including the Holocaust. One of those advocates, teacher Lindsey Stillman, talked with @markwbrodie.https://t.co/LwmuCjy2C3
— KJZZ Phoenix (@kjzzphoenix) January 28, 2021
President Joe Biden’s plan for a path to citizenship represents hope for DACA recipients, also called Dreamers, but some immigrants remain skeptical about what’s next.
“Immigration policy has impacted my whole life,” @AlientoAZ’s @ReynaEMontoya said. She is one of more than 600,000 DACA recipients who are waiting for immigration reform. With President Joe Biden’s executive action, she may have a path to citizenship. https://t.co/jLlAOYKPAV
— Cronkite News (@cronkitenews) January 27, 2021
Former Marcos de Niza High School football team place kicker Krysten Muir partially paralyzed in collision, The Arizona Republic reports.
“There is some sensation in the right leg. Nothing in the left leg at this point. It’s still early and they’re hopeful. They don’t have a time frame when feeling will come back.” https://t.co/CLX5rPQpNv
— Richard Obert (@azc_obert) January 28, 2021
School staffing issues could slow down a plan to get students back in the classroom, Education Week says.
A new president has stepped to the nation’s helm and made it a top priority to get students back into classrooms.
— Education Week (@educationweek) January 28, 2021
But making it happen depends on one of the biggest uncertainties in K-12 right now: assembling enough staff to run the schools. https://t.co/yArQ1dxAOR
College applications this fall were lower than last year, especially among first-generation and low-income students, Achieve60AZ says.
According to @CommonApp, the number of college applications submitted during the fall semester was down compared to last year, and especially for low-income students. Read more here: https://t.co/0Ax4qeNDPn
— Achieve60AZ (@Achieve60AZ) January 27, 2021
Update 1/26/21: Diversity and inclusion experts say a key way to end racism in public health care is for medical schools to admit more students of color to improve care and outcomes for people of color, Cronkite News reports.
An @AAMCtoday report finds that 7.1% of students enrolled in medical schools are Black, 6.2% Hispanic & 0.2% Native American, something experts say must change. https://t.co/P4NO4phTZV
— Cronkite News (@cronkitenews) January 26, 2021
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Arizona rose to 732,643 today from 727,895 yesterday, and 12,448 have died from the virus, said the Arizona Department of Health Services.
#COVID19 Vaccine Update: Today Governor @DougDucey issued an advisory to accelerate the statewide distribution of the vaccine and move doses to where they can be rapidly administered. Visit https://t.co/6wcREYdEeJ for details. #RollUpYourSleeve pic.twitter.com/AzKnBkmKCn
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 26, 2021
In Maricopa County, there are 455,830 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 98,034 in Pima County, 40,533 in Pinal County, 34,543 in Yuma County, 18,528 in Mohave County, 15,929 in Yavapai County, 14,120 in Navajo County, 14,894 in Coconino County, 10,248 in Cochise County, 9,283 in Apache County, 7,355 in Santa Cruz County, 5,824 in Gila County, 4,832 in Graham County, 2,177 in La Paz County and 513 in Greenlee County.
Free #Covid19 saliva testing throughout Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
— Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University (@ASUBiodesign) January 25, 2021
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Results typically < 48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Drive-thru/walk-up avail depending on location
– Arrive on time w/QR code (no ID req)
Register: https://t.co/ihRoN249yp #MaskUpAZ 😷 pic.twitter.com/seIFizZ5Yf
Hear what parents are most concerned about during remote learning at Learning Heroes’ webinar at 5 p.m. Arizona time today.
What are parents & caregivers most concerned about during remote & hybrid learning?
— CCSSO (@CCSSO) January 26, 2021
Join @BeALearningHero TODAY at 7pm ET to find out during their 1st @RemakeDays Educator Webinar. Hear from directly from parents, @SarahBWessling, @kareem_neal & more https://t.co/EEE3vXVR9O! pic.twitter.com/2L1425uIm5
Arizona State University names it’s film school after legendary actor Sidney Poitier.
Arizona State University names film school after screen legend Sidney Poitier https://t.co/oF9JqymaTp via #12News #ASU
— Richard Prange (@Rich_NEWS_Dude) January 26, 2021
Chandler Police honored a student who alerted a homeowner after he saw a person stealing packages from doorsteps on his way to school.
#ChandlerPD had the honor of recognizing this 6th grader at Galveston Elem. He witnessed a subject stealing packages from a home while on his way to school. He quickly notified the homeowner who was able to successfully retrieve their packages from the subject. #appreciationpost pic.twitter.com/FF9CxscC4N
— Chandler Police (@ChandlerPolice) January 26, 2021
Discussing the Jan.6 attack on the U.S. Capitol in class must include the motives behind the attack and avoid simplifying to stop brushing racism’s role aside, The Education Trust says.
(2/2) will we continue on our path of simplifying stories to avoid the complicated reality of racism in our country? https://t.co/WFA9Mg45kj @ericduncan211
— The Education Trust (@EdTrust) January 26, 2021
Sunnyside Unified‘s Los Ninos Elementary Principal Dedee Krause says helping students build a strong social and emotional foundation helps them succeed in life.
Principal, Ms. Kruase, believes in building and supporting a strong social and emotional foundation for their learners so they can make their future dreams become reality at Los Niños Elementary.
— Sunnyside Unified School District (@sunnysideusd) January 26, 2021
Enroll your student today!
👉 https://t.co/rHemkRBdLD pic.twitter.com/HuAjBX4uu2
See how COVID-19 has impacted social emotional learning for students, courtesy of the National Association of Elementary School Principals.
Our latest Leading Lessons is out! This special issue, sponsored by @WallaceFdn, takes a close look at how the coronavirus pandemic has impacted social-emotional learning in schools and how principals have adapted grown as a result. Check it out: https://t.co/3HUDJqmu1e pic.twitter.com/iVTuKDDAwh
— NAESP (@NAESP) January 26, 2021
Take a look at USDA‘s online nutrition resources for kids.
Check out our digital nutrition resources for kids – find online games, books, songs and more! https://t.co/RHwoH2Ot5s pic.twitter.com/EYKirpDJcP
— USDA Nutrition (@USDANutrition) January 25, 2021
Update 1/25/21: Teachers and school staff see receiving COVID-19 vaccinations as a first step to get back into the classroom with their students.
Receiving the COVID vaccine is a ‘Light at the end of the tunnel’ for Arizona teachers @abc15 https://t.co/EPkQWx0VCA
— Adam Waltz (@Adam_Waltz) January 25, 2021
NEW: Everyone knows someone who died at the Hayden-Winkelman school district. On Thursday I went to eastern Arizona to watch educators there get vaccinated: https://t.co/xkPaFPcmnJ
— Lily Altavena🌵 (@lilyalta) January 24, 2021
SCHOOL VACCINATIONS:
— Danielle Lerner (@DanielleLerner) January 20, 2021
The @mpsaz district begins rolling out vaccines for staff today at all six of the district’s high schools. @PhoenixUnion and @ScottsdaleUSD have events scheduled this weekend and @PeoriaUnified11 is working to set something up for West Valley educators.
Teachers are getting vaccinated. Does this mean in-person school will be back everywhere? https://t.co/atUC6eAmeF
— azcentral (@azcentral) January 24, 2021
At the same time, the number of children in the hospital for COVID-19 has risen to levels not seen before in the state, The Arizona Republic reports.
NEW: “An ‘exponential increase’: More Arizona children are being hospitalized with COVID-19.” (via @stephanieinnes) https://t.co/kdPxu0A3Kc
— Dan Nowicki (@dannowicki) January 23, 2021
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Arizona rose to 727,895 today from 722,574 yesterday, and 12,239 have died from the virus, said the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Questions about how to use https://t.co/GXgJTzKRDV? Visit https://t.co/hLCIjJT3WE for FAQs on technical support, vaccine safety, priority groups, and distribution. pic.twitter.com/CVsYuoL4Bb
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 24, 2021
Our 24/7 #COVID19 vaccination site at State Farm Stadium operates in the rain. Do note that lightning or extremely severe weather may force us to briefly pause operations. If that happens during your visit, staff will advise you to put your vehicle in park until we resume. pic.twitter.com/REGE4OVkYU
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 24, 2021
In Maricopa County, there are 452,925 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 97,474 in Pima County, 39,842 in Pinal County, 34,422 in Yuma County, 18,398 in Mohave County, 15,838 in Yavapai County, 14,066 in Navajo County, 14,844 in Coconino County, 10,216 in Cochise County, 9,229 in Apache County, 7,312 in Santa Cruz County, 5,805 in Gila County, 4,833 in Graham County, 2,183 in La Paz County and 508 in Greenlee County.
Free #Covid19 saliva testing throughout Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
— Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University (@ASUBiodesign) January 25, 2021
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Results typically < 48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Drive-thru/walk-up avail depending on location
– Arrive on time w/QR code (no ID req)
Register: https://t.co/ihRoN249yp #MaskUpAZ 😷 pic.twitter.com/seIFizZ5Yf
VALLEY NURSES VOICES AMPLIFIED TODAY: If you turn on the radio in your car, you’ll likely hear on your drive, the message to not let your guard down and continue to wear your mask even though the vaccine is here. Heather Jordan supervises hundreds of RNs here at @valleywise_az pic.twitter.com/agx3bbZohr
— Maria Hechanova (@MariaHechanova) January 25, 2021
Just talked with a Valleywise Health RN explaining she’s the last line… not the front line of the pandemic. She’s the last person a COVID-19 patient sees before they die because loved ones are not allowed in the hospital. She says YOU are the front line. #AZFamily
— Maria Hechanova (@MariaHechanova) January 25, 2021
Why making mistakes and working through them is a good thing for learning and strategies to help with the process, courtesy of Arizona PBS.
Struggling and failing is all part of the learning process. @PBSKIDS writes about why allowing kids to make mistakes is actually a good thing + offers some strategies that work for adults too; find out more: https://t.co/PkLuPTEYaA pic.twitter.com/pCe4XGyvLQ
— Arizona PBS (@arizonapbs) January 25, 2021
Stand for Children Arizona seeks your input on reforming school push out and zero tolerance policies. Take a survey below.
We want to hear from you:
— StandforChildren AZ (@ArizonaStand) January 25, 2021
Stand AZ is working to reform school “push-out” and ineffective “zero tolerance” policies to ensure that all students have more opportunities to learn and grow.
Are you with us? Take our two-question survey here: https://t.co/VM20Fsnb5Y#AZEducation
Register now for webinars to explore restorative justice held today and Feb. 17 hosted by the Annie E. Casey Foundation.
Two new webinars for #juvenilejustice professionals! The first is today at 2 p.m.
— Annie E. Casey Foundation (@AECFNews) January 25, 2021
– Addressing Racial and Ethnic Disparities That Criminalize Communities of Color Through Restorative Justice
– The Importance of Community-Held Restorative Justice Programshttps://t.co/8pLdTcF6rP
One n Ten helps LGBTQ+ youth and young adults and empowers them to find their best life, through a community, youth center,s life skills training, educational programs, housing for homeless youth and a summer camp.
‘No wrong way to be queer’: Phoenix nonprofit One n Ten empowers LGBTQ+ youth https://t.co/ssvJAOo7r5
— azcentral (@azcentral) January 24, 2021
Arizona State University graduate students can apply for financial help as they manage their school, family and work demands, azfamily reports
ASU grad students can apply for some financial help while they juggle school, work, and often kids of their own.
— Spencer Blake (@spencerjblake) January 25, 2021
DETAILS: https://t.co/cEGMYbIP2I#azfamily @ASUGradCollege pic.twitter.com/Io9dhHuR0i
Update 1/22/21: Arizona Department of Health Services Dr. Cara Christ provided an update on COVID-19 vaccination availability and said confirmed cases of coronavirus remain elevated in the state “however, we are starting to see a little bit of a plateau” during a news conference she held today. Watch it live here.
In addition, hospital bed usage and COVID-like illness in the state is decreasing, Dr. Christ said.
AZDHS COVID-19 Vaccine Update – 1/22/21
“We have incorporated over the age of 65 within our state PODs so we’re very excited about the appointments that have been scheduled so we can begin serving that population,” Dr. Christ said.
“As we continue to get vaccine into the state we’ll continue to expand the number of places and providers who are administering that vaccine and increase our communications about who is eligible and where individuals can receive vaccine,” Dr. Christ said.
The federal government provides AZDHS with the amount of vaccine that the state will receive and AZDHS works with county health departments to determine where the vaccines will go, Dr. Christ said.
“We place the order to CDC and CDC directly allocates to the vaccine provider,” Dr. Christ said.
“By the week of January 24, we expect to receive a projected total of 733,350 doses out of 973,175 total,” Dr. Christ said. “Over the last two weeks we’ve gotten consistent doses of the Pfizer and Moderna and that does include both first and second doses.”
Dr. Christ also provided a breakdown of where the vaccine would be allocated throughout the state for the week of Jan. 24th, which includes the CDC pharmacy partnership.
Over 400 vaccination sites will receive vaccine this week, including Fry’s, Safeway’s and Albertson’s pharmacies, and Arizonans can go to azhealth.gov/findvaccine to locate where vaccine is available and a link to their COVID-19 vaccine registration site, Dr. Christ said.
The CDC’s partnership with Walgreen’s and CVS continues to provide vaccination residents of long-term care facilities.
More sites will be added as more vaccine becomes available now through March with more than 775 providers and more than 800 pharmacies registered to provide vaccine as well.
“As of today, 380,00 doses of the vaccine have been administered across the 15 counties,” Dr. Christ said.
Dr. Christ acknowledged the problems people have had with registering online for the vaccine and said the vaccine registration system was developed by Google and MTX “in a very, very short amount of time. They are continuing to provide support and ongoing enhancements based on customer feedback and some of the things that we have identified to be challenges in that system as well.”
In addition, as of today second dose appointment are being scheduled at State Farm Stadium in the wellness lot before a person leaves after the first COVID-19 vaccine appointment, Dr. Christ said.
“While there is a minimum interval between the first dose and the second dose, there is no maximum interval,” Dr. Christ said.
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Arizona rose to 708,041 today from 699,942 yesterday, and 12,001 have died from the virus, said the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Today’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 8,099 cases and 229 deaths. Arizonans should wear masks and physically distance if attending small gatherings with people who do not live in the same household. More #COVID19 prevention tips can be found here: https://t.co/YpPE6noLIC pic.twitter.com/ktSKew97e5
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 22, 2021
In Maricopa County, there are 439,743 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 94,697 in Pima County, 39,091 in Pinal County, 33,872 in Yuma County, 17,872 in Mohave County, 15,419 in Yavapai County, 13,791 in Navajo County, 14,512 in Coconino County, 10,014 in Cochise County, 8,837 in Apache County, 7,197 in Santa Cruz County, 5,641 in Gila County, 4,754 in Graham County, 2,100 in La Paz County and 500 in Greenlee County.
Free #Covid19 saliva testing throughout Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
— Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University (@ASUBiodesign) January 18, 2021
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Results typically < 48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Drive-thru/walk-up avail depending on location
– Arrive on time w/QR code (no ID req)
Register: https://t.co/ihRoN1MyGR #MaskUpAZ pic.twitter.com/e5bojqiwen
Updated 1/21/21: Not My Kid shares advice on how parents can start conversations with their kids and teens as drug overdoses and abuse increases dramatically during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Drug overdose and abuse spikes in pandemic. @notMYkidTweets with advice on the conversations parents need to have with kids & teens: https://t.co/Htbh2nr0dz#azfamily
— olivia fierro (@oliviafierro) January 21, 2021
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Arizona rose to 699,942 today from 690,544 yesterday, and 11,772 have died from the virus, said the Arizona Department of Health Services.
Through Wednesday a total of 347,013 doses of #COVID19 vaccine have been administered in Arizona. Information about vaccination sites across Arizona can be found at https://t.co/6mtZceLBoW pic.twitter.com/pRR2YiGNYa
— AZ Dept of Health (@AZDHS) January 21, 2021
In Maricopa County, there are 434,337 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 93,839 in Pima County, 38,477 in Pinal County, 33,707 in Yuma County, 17,586 in Mohave County, 15,248 in Yavapai County, 13,703 in Navajo County, 14,362 in Coconino County, 9,883 in Cochise County, 8,772 in Apache County, 7,149 in Santa Cruz County, 5,572 in Gila County, 4,721 in Graham County, 2,087 in La Paz County and 498 in Greenlee County.
Free #Covid19 saliva testing throughout Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
— Biodesign Institute at Arizona State University (@ASUBiodesign) January 18, 2021
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Results typically < 48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Drive-thru/walk-up avail depending on location
– Arrive on time w/QR code (no ID req)
Register: https://t.co/ihRoN1MyGR #MaskUpAZ pic.twitter.com/e5bojqiwen
Please be sure to check your email or visit https://t.co/TlWDffbHPZ for this week’s Health Metrics Update. With COVID-19 still prominent in our area, please continue to follow current guidance to protect yourself and those around you. Stay healthy and safe! pic.twitter.com/vnBVU9MZ08
— Glendale Elementary School District (@GESD40) January 21, 2021
Social studies and science teachers are encouraged to enter their 4th – 12th-grade students in a national contest by creating map products and story maps using GIS, says Arizona Department of Education.
ADE is offering two webinars to help teachers learn how to use the system and participate in the competition.
— AZ Department of Ed (@azedschools) January 21, 2021
➡️ Link to contest website: https://t.co/N4Lux32M03
➡️ Jan. 27 webinar: https://t.co/IpcHscRZXq
➡️ Feb. 3 webinar: https://t.co/CilszMtUP1
Social and emotional learning play an important role in civics education, teachers say.
Only 1 in 5 social studies teachers feel very well-prepared to support students’ civic learning. But those teachers also say promising practices for civics education include #SEL. Learn more from @RANDCorporation: https://t.co/HbSpXRwtk5
— NASSP (@NASSP) January 21, 2021
Here are some ways schools can help young adolescents who are most vulnerable to long-term problems from trauma, Education Week reports.
A new study suggests young adolescents may be the most vulnerable to long-term problems from trauma. https://t.co/Aru6a9Kv3o
— Education Week (@educationweek) January 21, 2021
Here are five teacher-tested ways to build connections with students, courtesy of edutopia.
Strong student-teacher relationships can be a big challenge during distance learning—especially with middle and high school students. Here are *5 teacher-tested ways* to strengthen connections with your students. pic.twitter.com/44ZiaMW9we
— edutopia (@edutopia) January 21, 2021
House Bill 2015, which was passed by the Arizona Legislature‘s House Education Committee earlier this week, would appropriate from the state general fund to the Arizona Department of Education amounts in fiscal years 2021 to 2023 to distribute in preschool development grants to eligible providers to replace federal monies no longer available to providers who participated in the grants program in fiscal years 2018 and 2019.
Did you know the current #NationalTeacherOfTheYear @TabathaRosproy is the first-ever #PreK teacher to hold this title? I was proud to quote her in recent testimony. Economists and educators know high-quality PreK is a sound investment. Please join us in passing #HB2015. pic.twitter.com/EqWZT9t4VI
— Rep. Lorenzo Sierra (@Sierra4AZ) January 21, 2021
Buckeye’s mayor visited West-MEC aviation programs for students today.
Buckeye Mayor Eric Orsborn visited our Central Campus today to check out the Aviation program on behalf of the City of Buckeye. Thanks for showing West-MEC and our students and staff your appreciation. Right back at you, Mayor! pic.twitter.com/KZ3QMUPjhh
— West-MEC (@WestMEC) January 21, 2021
Take a look at 10 ways schools and educators can help LGBTQ+ students feel safe on campus.
Most LGBTQ+ students (59.5%) indicate that school staff never intervene in biased remarks about gender expression. Nearly half (46.6%) say staff never intervene in homophobic remarks.
— GLSEN Research Institute (@GLSENResearch) January 19, 2021
This week, commit to kindness and put an end to name-calling, at https://t.co/MeHz5PeKHw https://t.co/Sgt0tQ9Jpu
University of Arizona Education hosts a panel discussion about how to discuss current issues for students.
Join the college this Tuesday, 1/26, for the first panel discussion of our new series about how best to frame the issues we face today for students.
— UArizona Education (@UAZEducation) January 21, 2021
This event, co-sponsored with @UAEdPolicy, is free and open to all! Learn more and register at https://t.co/Qml0iYCm5x. pic.twitter.com/UiG81zvcOV
Earlier coverage
Jan. 10 – Jan 20: How students engage with Inauguration Day
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: Coronavirus response: Cases rise; AZ Day of Giving