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Education Funding in Arizona

Stories on the statewide debate over teacher pay and education funding.
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Striking Arizona Teachers End Walkout After Education Bill Signed

Teachers did not get everything they wanted, but they won substantial gains from reluctant lawmakers.

AZ Dept. of Education survey: teachers leaving due to low pay and student behavioral issues

The state department's survey also found that a majority agreed that they did not feel respected as K-12 teachers and felt burnt out.

AZ Department of Education under investigation for how it approves school voucher spending

The Arizona Attorney General's office sent a letter to the department on July 1 informing them of the investigation.

UA's fiscal woes improve: projected $52 million deficit after cuts

The announcement was made during the Arizona Board of Regents meeting on Thursday.

TUSD looks to reallocate $3.5 million out of its desegregation plan

The proposed changes come as the district looks to retain roles that were funded by pandemic era aid.

Pima Community College increases tuition, effective this fall

The college says its tuition increase is meant to better support its programs and give pay raises to its employees.

UA President takes 10% pay cut amid university fiscal woes

The Arizona Board of Regents will approve his pay cut at an upcoming board meeting.

Arizona Board of Regents Chair steps down

ABOR Chair-elect Cecilia Mata will "assume the responsibilities".

Arizona's public universities extend financial aid deadline due to federal delays

The board moved to extend the Arizona Promise Program deadline to May 1.

ABOR accelerates financial reforms amid UA fiscal woes

The Arizona Board of Regents swiftly implements financial reforms following the University of Arizona's financial troubles, amidst controversy over shared governance.
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