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Nathan, a Desert Edge High School student, said entering ninth grade brings new relationships, expectations and challenges.
Agua Fria turns to students to help freshmen make high school transition
Agua Fria turns to students to help freshmen make high school transition For freshmen entering an Agua Fria Union High School District campus, one of their guides through the unfamiliar hallways, new … more
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Governing Board President Libbie Acton, who said she is a nurse in the community, emphasized the need for more healthcare workers.
Agua Fria creates nursing pathway to address West Valley workforce shortage
Agua Fria Union High School District students are beginning college nusring prerequisites while still in high school through a partnership aimed at addressing a shortage of healthcare workers in the … more
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The PVSchools board unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding Sept. 3 with Paws for Youth, formerly known as Gabriel’s Angels.
PVSchools approves therapy dog partnership
The board unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding Sept. 3 with Paws for Youth, formerly known as Gabriel’s Angels. more
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The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board unanimously approves Superintendent Dan Courson’s goals and objectives for the 2026-27 school year during its Sept. 3 meeting.
PVSchools superintendent targets higher school grades, reading and career readiness
The Governing Board approved Courson’s 2026-27 goals Sept. 3 after reviewing earlier versions during study sessions in June and August. more
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Wildfire Elementary Principal Ryan Schoonover has spent his career helping students learn, lead and find confidence in themselves. A Kansas native, Schoonover began as a middle school social studies and science teacher before moving into curriculum development and school administration.
Inside PVSchools: Meet Principal Schoonover
Wildfire Elementary Principal Ryan Schoonover has spent his career helping students learn, lead and find confidence in themselves. A Kansas native, Schoonover began as a middle school social studies … more
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WestEd researchers Reino Makkonen and Alicia Okpareke presented their findings to the board.
How Arizona prepares teachers may affect whether they stay
Arizona's growing teacher-preparation alternatives may be helping schools keep teachers in their communities, but new research suggests programs offering more clinical classroom experience may better … more
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The State Board of Education unanimously approved the Arizona Department of Education's acceptance of a $100,000 Connecting Talent to Opportunity Challenge award Aug. 24.
Arizona accepts $100K federal grant aimed at connecting student credentials with employers
The State Board of Education unanimously approved the Arizona Department of Education's acceptance of a $100,000 Connecting Talent to Opportunity Challenge award Aug. 24. more
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More than 50,000 Latino students are enrolled as undergraduates at Arizona's three public universities, according to the universities' most recent demographic data. Latino students account for roughly one-quarter of undergraduate enrollment at ASU, NAU and U of A. 
Basic-needs crisis pushes Latino students to the brink of leaving college
Researchers found nearly two-thirds of Latino students had considered leaving college, while one-third had taken a leave at some point. About 85% reported difficulty obtaining affordable, healthy food. more
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"6-7,” despite being largely meaningless, was listed as the word of the year for 2025 by Dictionary.com. 
Decoding kids: The slang terms puzzling Arizonans
Each year, parents are met with a slew of new slang as schools open. If your child has shouted “6-7” while waving their hands up and down, relax - you’re not missing much. In fact, there may be … more
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Fireside Principal Shelly Richardson has served as assistant principal and principal in the Paradise Valley Unified School District and neighboring districts. She holds a bachelor’s degree in education and a master’s degree in educational leadership.
Inside PVSchools: Meet Principal Shelly Richardson
For Fireside Elementary Principal Shelly Richardson, leading the school is more than an administrative role — it is a homecoming. more
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PVSchools congratulates Shadow Mountain JAG teacher Krystal Booher on earning the Plus Wonder Impact Award for fostering strong connections and collaboration among students by encouraging them to focus on “something bigger.”
PVSchools renews career and graduation support at two high schools
Students facing barriers to graduation at Paradise Valley and Shadow Mountain High Schools will continue receiving academic, career and workplace support through Jobs for Arizona's graduates during the 2026-27 school year. more
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On Nov. 3, Arizona voters will decide whether to approve school district overrides and bonds for operating and capital expenses. What those measures would pay for, and how long taxpayers would pay, depends on whether the ballot asks for an override or a bond.
Arizona school overrides and bonds: What voters need to know
On Nov. 3, Arizona voters will decide whether to approve school district overrides and bonds for operating and capital expenses. What those measures would pay for, and how long taxpayers would pay, depends on whether the ballot asks for an override or a bond. more
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