The Talent Dividend
Posted February 24th, 2010 by Expect More Arizona
The latest video from the City of Phoenix’s know99 Television features Carol Coletta, president and CEO of CEOs for Cities, explaining her theory of “The Talent Dividend.” She says that an increase of only 1% in college degree attainment would … Continue reading →
"Move On" House Bill Provides Motivated High School Students with Way to Advance When Ready
Posted February 15th, 2010 by Expect More Arizona
An important piece of legislation that will enable high school students to progress to the next grade level once they’ve mastered the required concepts is making its way through the Arizona legislature. Sponsored by Rep. Rich Crandall (R-Mesa), HB 2731, … Continue reading →
Arizona Stands for Children
Posted February 15th, 2010 by Expect More Arizona
Arizona’s road to economic recovery continues to be filled with challenges, especially as it relates to education. As further education cuts loom on the horizon, I’d like to spotlight something really positive that arrived in our state with the New … Continue reading →
Arizona Republic Feature on Education
Posted February 15th, 2010 by Expect More Arizona
Yesterday, The Arizona Republic continued its special feature Arizona 2020: A Framework for the Next Decade. This week’s topic is one very close to all of us in the Expect More Arizona movement: Education. As you read through the section, … Continue reading →
MODELS OF EXCELLENCE: Helping Arizona Youth Prepare for Grade 13
Posted February 3rd, 2010 by Expect More Arizona
With a name like Prescott Winslow, you’d have to be deeply invested in the success of Arizona. Only, Pres – as he likes to be called – isn’t originally from the Grand Canyon State. A product of public schools in … Continue reading →