Who is James Knox? Queen Creek school district rocked by scandal over 'horrible' Kamala Harris posts
Scottsdale school district finally approves new sex ed course, but not everyone's happy
The decision was aimed at updating the district’s curriculum, which had not been revised since 2011.
Oct 23, 2024
Arizona has a teacher problem, so why doesn't the government just admit it
Data shows that 52.2% of vacancies are filled by teachers who do not meet the state’s standard.
Oct 19, 2024
Renée Cheng is new Dean of Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts
Cheng began her academic journey in Arizona back in 1996.
Oct 18, 2024
One school is using an abundant resource to tackle student safety, and it's working a treat
The program focuses on boosting school safety, reducing bullying, and providing male role models.
Oct 17, 2024
The 20 days that shook Arizona: Chilling statistics reveal extent of threats
The surge is raising concerns among law enforcement and school officials.
Oct 12, 2024
Investigation exposes major gun problem in Arizona schools, so why does no one seem worried?
The investigation found that since January 2019, at least 114 guns have been seized on campuses.
Oct 4, 2024
Arizona's controversial ESA program under fire from both sides as new lawsuit lands
The ESA program uses taxpayer funds to support over 75,000 students in private schools.
Sep 25, 2024
The Reality of Arizona Public Education: It all depends on who you ask, but one thing's for certain
The state offers the third-lowest teacher salaries in the country.
Sep 24, 2024
High school erupts as book controversy between parents and teacher goes 'criminal'
Police have since launched an investigation into the incident.
Sep 21, 2024
Dark clouds hang over Arizona schools as growing number of threats spreads gloom
The most recent case has been of a teenage boy who made making threats against 12 Valley schools.
Sep 21, 2024
Arizona ranked last in US when it comes to public education, here's why
State Superintendent of Education Tom Horne has expressed skepticism about the study’s findings.
Sep 17, 2024
Why one school district is taking the decision to end students' mental health support
The move came despite a last-minute appeal from the district superintendent.
Sep 14, 2024
As the country reels from another school shooting, Arizona looks to expand controversial program
One criticism is that SROs may escalate conflicts rather than de-escalate them.
Sep 6, 2024
Mesa expands its war on vaping with detectors in all middle and high schools
The initiative follows a successful pilot program launched last spring at Red Mountain High School.
Aug 27, 2024
Students from foster care get $150,000 boost as HopeTech set to open at EVIT
The improvements are being funded with Maricopa County Community Solutions Funding.
Aug 22, 2024
Maricopa BoS approves $2m rennovation of Cartwright Event Center
The gym will be used to host tournaments youth after-school and summer programs, and open gym time.
Aug 22, 2024
What is Prop 203? Battle over English instruction in schools heats up, but not everyone thinks there's an issue
This push comes in response to current policies that ASBA believes hinder effective teaching.
Aug 21, 2024
Tolleson nears cell phone ban in schools in line with Scottsdale and Gilbert
Scottsdale has a policy where students are not allowed to use cell phones during instructional time.
Aug 17, 2024
ASU sets new enrollment records as Fall semester set to begin
ASU President Michael M Crow emphasized the university’s commitment to serving Arizona’s residents.
Aug 16, 2024
$6m Tempe PRE given boost after study hails its impact on the community
The program offered free preschool to local families with the goal of increasing access to high-quality early education
Aug 16, 2024