STEM Education

Students at the Metropolitan Arts Institute in Phoenix had an out-of-this-world experience recently. Participating in NASA’s In-flight Education Downlinks program, Metro Arts students spent 20 minutes asking questions of Astronauts Chris Hadfield and Tom Marshburn aboard the International Space Station. … Read more »

In order for students to be prepared for success in college and career, they need to be critical thinkers and innovative problem-solvers who are prepared for the jobs we want in Arizona and are prepared to strengthen Arizona’s global leadership … Read more »

Gone are the days when a high school education was enough to confidently secure career success. Today, fewer that 20 percent of jobs require no post-secondary education, and the unskilled positions that are available consistently offer lower pay, fewer benefits, … Read more »

Achieving world-class education for Arizona students is not only possible, it’s happening every day across our state.   Throughout Arizona, countless parents, educators, students, business leaders and community members are raising the bar to ensure students are prepared to succeed in … Read more »

In today’s reality of tight budgets, it is critical Arizona schools figure out ways to maximize existing resources and strategically invest new resources to improve student achievement and grow the number of world-class educators and schools.  Tempe Union High School … Read more »

One of the biggest challenges for students learning math concepts is understanding how concepts relate to the real world and how mastering math skills will help prepare them for jobs of the future.  However, through an innovative program in Tucson, … Read more »

Ensuring a world-class education for every Arizona student is Expect More Arizona’s mission.  By building engaged leadership and public commitment, we are working to ensure all Arizona students are prepared to thrive in college, career and life. This month, we … Read more »

Starting with the graduating class of 2013, Arizona high school students will be required to take four years of math to graduate.  The increased focus on math is part of an effort to ensure Arizona students are prepared for success … Read more »

The 2012 Summer Olympics begin today!  The games will run from Friday, July 27 through Sunday, August 12. The Olympics offer a great opportunity to explore other countries, learn about Olympic history and cheer on your favorite athletes as the US … Read more »

A few weeks ago, TIME Magazine reporter Joe Klein visited Arizona and chronicled his tours to the East Valley Institute of Technology in Mesa and a Career and Technical Education program at Monument Valley High School in Kayenta.   What he … Read more »