We wanted to share a couple of videos with you that will help you better understand two programs that will change education in our state, Move on When Ready and Common Core Standards. First, Dr. Debra Duvall, Executive Director of … Read more
On December 15, 2011, Expect More Arizona invited business, community, and education leaders to a breakfast in Phoenix to continue discussing the direct link between a strong education system and a thriving business community, and the role the business community … Read more
The Arizona Business & Education Coalition (ABEC) recently celebrated the 196 schools that made the National Center for Educational Achievement (NCEA) 2011 list of Arizona Higher Performing Schools. This school recognition is one piece of a partnership with NCEA, a … Read more
Lisa Budinger, President & CEO of The Arizona College Scholarship Foundation, talks to Sonoran Living about preparing your child for success in college and career. Higher education has never been more important to individual success, economic growth and global competitiveness … Read more
As you make your year-end charitable giving contributions and take advantage of state tax credits, elevate education and Arizona students to top of the list. Whether you choose to support early learning, K-12 or postsecondary programs, here are three easy … Read more
Rachel Bennett Yanof from the Phoenix Collegiate Academy talks to Sonoran Living about ways to help your child read at grade level. For more from Rachel’s appearance, scroll down.Reading at grade level is one of the most important factors leading … Read more
In the comments below this post, we encourage you to recognize an Arizona teacher who is raising expectations and has earned your “award of excellence.” The one common theme among discussions about improving education in our community is the importance … Read more
Recently, I attended a small dinner gathering at Vincent’s with five student leaders from Camelback High School, their principal Dr. Chad Gestson, and a few other community members who have taken an interest in partnering with the school to provide … Read more
Rhian Evans Allvin, CEO of First Things First, talks to Sonoran Living about turning everyday moments into learning moments. As parents, we want to do everything possible to help our kids get a smart start on their education. For some, … Read more
Maria Paredes, Sr. Program Associate at WestEd, talks to Sonoran Living about forming partnerships between parents and teachers. (Scroll down for more.) The average American student spends 14% of his or her time in a given year receiving direct instruction … Read more
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