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From left are Jason Johnson and Sierra Gayle.
$2,500 ‘wish’ granted for supplies for Apache Junction special education students
Santa Claus is not the only one granting special wishes this holiday season. Jason Johnson, a special education teacher at Apache Junction High School, 2525 S. Ironwood Road, was one of 400 … more
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Ben Valenzuela catches a pass from Gavin Limongello.
Apache Junction Prospectors fall in first round of playoffs
The 4A playoffs began on Friday, Nov. 18, and the Apache Junction Prospectors (7-3) were looking to take down the Prescott Badgers (8-2) at home at Davis Field. The winner of this game was to play … more
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From left are Dena Kimble and Gail Ross.
Early results: Kimble, Ross leading in Apache Junction USD board election
Incumbent Dena Kimble and newcomer Gail Ross are leading in the election for two seats on the Apache Junction Unified School District Governing Board, according to unofficial results posted by the … more
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Apache Junction High School Junior RB Isaiah Savoie (No. 1) breaks loose for one of his four touchdown runs. Isaiah tallied 220 rushing yards on 17 carries and tied his AJHS record of 24 rushing touchdowns in the game.
Apache Junction Prospectors squeak out tough win against Benjamin Franklin on Senior Night
The Apache Junction Prospectors (6-3) played at home vs. the Benjamin Franklin Chargers (1-8) on Senior Night. The regular season came to a close for both teams on Thursday, Nov. 10. Coach Bruce … more
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Garrett Garcia, Apache Junction High School wide receiver, takes to the air to snag a pass against the Arcadia Titans.
Apache Junction Prospectors dominate Arcadia Titans
It was a big game for both teams heading into the end of the regular season. Both the Prospectors (ranked No. 6) and the Titans (ranked No 16) were 5-3 heading into the match up on Nov 4. This was … more
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Five candidates are vying for two Apache Junction Unified School District governing board seats.
Early results: Incumbent leading in Apache Junction USD board election
Incumbent Dena Kimble and newcomer Gail Ross are leading in the election for two seats on the Apache Junction Unified School District Governing Board, according to unofficial results posted by the … more
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The Superstition Mountain Campus of Central Arizona College is at 805 S. Idaho Road in Apache Junction.
Crime down on Central Arizona College campuses
One crime was reported in 2021 at one of Central Arizona College’s five campuses — compared to seven in 2020 at two campuses and 20 in 2019 at two campuses, according to a federally … more
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Peralta Trail Elementary School, 10965 E. Peralta Road in Gold Canyon, and Apache Junction High School, 2525 S. Ironwood Drive, both received a “B” letter grade for 2022
Apache Junction district schools make grades B and C
Apache Junction Unified School District has two “B” rated and three “C” rated school grades in the 2021-22 state accountability labels released Nov. 2. The system measures … more
Clockwise from top left are Chelsea Connolly, Valerie Fleming, Barbara Kanzler, Gail Ross and Dena Kimble.
Q&A: Apache Junction USD Governing Board candidates on rating superintendent
Five candidates for two Apache Junction Unified School District No. 43 seats have filed signatures to be on the ballot at the Nov. 8 election. According to the Pinal County Superintendent’s … more
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Clockwise from top left are Dena Kimble, Gail Ross, Chelsea Connolly, Barbara Kanzler and Valerie Fleming.
Q&A: Apache Junction USD candidates on preparing for student increase
Five candidates for two Apache Junction Unified School District No. 43 seats have filed signatures to be on the ballot at the Nov. 8 election. According to the Pinal County Superintendent’s … more
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SRP contributes more than $1.4 million to education initiatives, grants and partnerships throughout Arizona, utility officials said.
Tempe-based SRP offers grants to Pinal County, Phoenix teachers
Salt River Project is offering grants for teachers in Phoenix and Pinal County to teachers looking for ways to engage their students in the classroom. “Our educational programs are STEM … more
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Clockwise from top left are Barbara Kanzler, Dena Kimble, Gail Ross, Valerie Fleming and Chelsea Connolly.
Q&A: Get to know Apache Junction USD Governing Board candidates: Top 3 issues
Five candidates for two Apache Junction Unified School District No. 43 seats have filed signatures to be on the ballot at the Nov. 8 election. According to the Pinal County Superintendent’s … more
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A dented instrument. Internal damage more than external makes many instruments in need of repair.
Apache Junction school district launches 'adopt an instrument' program
Individuals and businesses in the community can support student musicians in junior and senior high through Apache Junction Unified School District’s newly launched “Adopt an … more
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Clockwise from top left are Valerie Fleming, Barbara Kanzler, Dena Kimble, Chelsea Connolly and Gail Ross.
Q&A: Get to know Apache Junction USD Governing Board candidates: Hopes for AJUSD
Five candidates for two Apache Junction Unified School District No. 43 seats have filed signatures to be on the ballot at the Nov. 8 election. According to the Pinal County Superintendent’s … more
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Central Arizona College's Signal Peak Campus is located in Coolidge.
CAC accepting applications for popular nursing program
Central Arizona College is now accepting applications for its new Licensed Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse Bridge Program. The program is designed for current Arizona LPNs looking to earn … more
Clockwise from top left are Chelsea Connolly, Valerie Fleming, Barbara Kanzler, Gail Ross and Dena Kimble.
Q&A: Get to know Apache Junction USD Governing Board candidates: Why better prepared?
Five candidates for two Apache Junction Unified School District No. 43 seats have filed signatures to be on the ballot at the Nov. 8 election. According to the Pinal County Superintendent’s … more
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J.O. Combs school board election officially canceled
The Pinal County Superintendent of Schools announced today that it has formally canceled the November governing board election for the J.O. Combs Unified School District, among others. The … more
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Patricia Smith, student wellness coordinator for Apache Junction Unified School District, with Lance Thonvold, a former MLB draft pick and motivational speaker.
Smith Apache Junction school district student wellness coordinator
Patricia Smith has been named student wellness coordinator for Apache Junction Unified School District. In her new, grant-funded role, Smith oversees, implements, monitors and reviews multi-tiered … more
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