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A student participating in a class online during the pandemic.

Free tutoring now available to combat pandemic-learning loss in AZ

Sep 5, 2023 Students in grades one through eight, who failed state math, reading and writing proficiency tests, are eligible for free tutoring services.
Cochise College Director of Library Services Karly Scarbrough (left) and Cochise College Librarian Archivist Ashlee Gray (right) discuss the beginnings of their Archiving Project, which aims to build a travelling display of past commencement programs. August 31, 2023.

Cochise College Launches Archiving Project

Sep 5, 2023 The college is seeking to build a collection of past commencement programs
Old Main on the campus of the University of Arizona.

US government cancels loans for former Ashford University students and plans to recoup costs from UA

Aug 31, 2023 The university denies any liability for Ashford's actions and will be “assessing its options.”
A Tucson Unified School District Bus.

Tucson school ranked #25 in the country

Aug 31, 2023 University High in the Tucson Unified School District was recognized for its performance.
File image of an empty classroom at Sabino H. S.

New English language learning proficiency testing rules spark controversy

Aug 29, 2023 The new changes will effect Spring 2023 reassessment and the 2023-2024 placement.
Two children use computers to complete their school work online in a computer lab at the nonprofit Chicanos Por La Causa in Phoenix. August 2020.

More internet access for rural schools

Aug 29, 2023 The state Department of Education is expanding high speed internet.
University President Robert Robbins and Chief Safety Officer Steve Patterson sit at a press conference on Friday, Aug. 25, 2023.

UA Addresses Campus Safety in Back-to-School Briefing

Aug 25, 2023 University officials said safety relies on awareness.
Students walk near the fountain at Old Main on the University of Arizona campus. From August 2019.

UA launches standalone iSchool, first in the state

Aug 22, 2023 The program started in 2015 as a part of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Now it is on its own.
Transgender pride flags filled a Catalina Foothills School District Governing Board meeting on Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

Arizona schools chief targets transgender students and bathrooms

Aug 17, 2023 In a Thursday press release, Tom Horne said parents are expressing concerns over allowing transgender students to use bathrooms that align with their gender identity.
The west facade of Old Main on the campus of the University of Arizona. From August, 2019.

UA's top security officer: "campus is extremely safe" as school year and shooting anniversary looms closer

Aug 17, 2023 The University of Arizona has spent the summer implementing new security measures to prepare for a new year.
Old Main on the campus of the University of Arizona.

EPA awards UA $96,000

Aug 17, 2023 The funding comes from the Environmental Education Grants Program.
Boys and mentors enjoy their dinner around a campfire.

Group mentor program in Tucson teaches male youth about healthy relationships

Aug 13, 2023 Boys to Men Tucson has weekly talking circle support groups in 20 middle and high schools throughout southern Arizona.

Sierra Vista City Council approves decision to issue bonds to charter schools located in other areas

Aug 11, 2023 One charter school is located in Phoenix and the other is in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Demetria Warren, President of the Southwest Association of Buffalo Soldiers (right), read the 1948 executive order signed by President Harry Truman to integrate the armed forces during the celebration of Buffalo Soldiers Day at Camp Naco. August 5, 2023. *Photo by Summer Hom, AZPM News.*

Buffalo Soldier Day celebration at Camp Naco

Aug 7, 2023 The day celebrates the history of the Buffalo Soldiers

The Buzz: how dual language immersion is for everyone

Aug 4, 2023 We’re heading back to school to understand Arizona's various English language learning models and how dual language immersion is coming under fire.
A Speckled Rattlesnake on display during the annual Southwest Wings Birding and Nature Festival. Vice President of the Huachuca Area Herpetological Association Robert Troupe said that this snake is found in the lower desert mountain ranges, which include areas in northwestern Arizona, southern Nevada, Mexico, west-side of Tucson and Phoenix and the California cost. August 3, 2023.

Southwest Wings Birding and Nature Festival returns for 32nd year

Aug 4, 2023 The four-day long event offers field trips and free wildlife and nature talks

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