In rural Arizona, internet connectivity – or lack thereof – has hampered student learning for years. And in a state where half of K-12 students attend a rural school, that divide is having a big impact on student growth and achievement. That’s why the Arizona Rural Schools Association has partnered with the Arizona Association of …
Good oral health in young children plays a critical role in a child’s overall wellbeing and education. Yet, tooth decay is the most common chronic disease faced by young children and is also 100% preventable. To help more families understand the importance of early oral health and what they can do to help prevent tooth …
Last updated 2/26/2021 The Arizona House of Representatives will soon be considering a bill that could have devastating consequences for public schools. Senate Bill 1452 (Arizona empowerment scholarships accounts; revisions) passed out of the Senate on Monday, February 15, and was transmitted to the House, where it will first be heard by the House Ways …
OVERVIEW While there are some incredibly impactful initiatives in the Governor’s budget proposal – like funding for early literacy and investments to accelerate student learning for those most impacted by the pandemic – there are persistent, systemic education issues that remain unaddressed. We still lack general fund support for early education; the formula to fund our community colleges …
2021 State of the State Summary Rather than the usual pomp and circumstance involved with the annual State of the State address, Governor Ducey delivered a shorter than usual speech virtually, acknowledging that Arizona is still in the midst of a raging pandemic. And, as expected, most of the remarks centered around the COVID-19 pandemic …
