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Arizona’s workforce future at stake as report warns of need for educated workforce
As Arizona’s economy races ahead, a new report from Maricopa Community Colleges and Arizona Town Hall warns the state may not have the workforce it needs to sustain that growth. Building … more
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Arizona's 'digital divide' highlights education needs in rural, urban areas
In many urban Arizona districts, students take advantage of digital tools like Khanmigo and MagicSchool to supplement learning. But in rural communities, limited bandwidth, aging infrastructure, and … more
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North Ranch Elementary School gifted teacher Leslie Martin works with fifth-grade students in Khanmigo.
Arizona educators explore using AI in classrooms to boost student success
In a typical fifth-grade classroom in the Paradise Valley Unified School District, students hunch over Chromebooks, whispering into headsets or typing out questions about algebra, ecosystems or … more
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Arizona tackles record-high chronic absentee rates
The Stats: Over 30% of students in some districts are chronically absent, missing at least 18 days of school per year. The Solution: Implementing early-warning systems, hiring family … more
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Low pay, high stress: Arizona’s teacher exodus
Educators are leaving the profession in alarming numbers, and those who remain say the job is no longer sustainable. “Teacher pay is a factor. Salaries have lagged behind inflation, and … more
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State schools chief Tom Horne at a press conference earlier this year. A three-judge panel rejected claims by Horne that there are legitimate reasons for the 2022 law that spells out that teams designated for women or girls “may not be open to students of the male sex.” (Capitol Media Services/Howard Fischer)
Arizona’s empowerment scholarship accounts: A lifeline or a loophole?
Supporters love the idea of choosing an education that best benefits their students' learning style and their parents' philosophies. Critics contend ESA programs may take funds away from public schools. more
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Gilbert Advocacy Center Foundation President Kathy Tilque, left, helps light a "Candle of Hope" for the community with Assistant Town Manager Leah Rhineheimer at the groundbreaking ceremony for the advocacy center.
Personal experience informs Gilbert leader's new mission
Before she was Kathy Tilque — the dynamic woman who has spent nearly three decades as a leading voice in Gilbert — she was Kathy, the married mother of a 2-year-old in 1980s small-town … more
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Ninety-nine new American citizens, from a total of 31 nations of origin, were sworn in during a naturalization ceremony held Jan. 18 before the start of downtown Chandler’s 30th Multicultural Festival.
Chandler naturalization event included 99 smiles
It wasn’t immediately known if Jan. 18 was the first time court had been held on the grass of A.J. Chandler Park. It might be the first time an outdoor court session in Chandler left 99 … more
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Independent Newsmedia has acquired four more Valley news publications.
INI acquires The Upper Westsider, Scottsdale North News, North Tatum Times and Paradise Valley View
Independent Newsmedia, Inc., USA, continues to expand its footprint in the Phoenix Metro market. The Arizona group, home of the Phoenix Daily Independent at YourValley.net , and the Fountain … more
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The Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes’ 1/1 Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card is generating a lot of buzz around the Valley as its value climbs.
Valley memorabilia shops sell out as collectors hunt for Paul Skenes’ rookie card
There’s a golden ticket hidden inside a case of Topps baseball cards somewhere on this planet and the Pittsburgh Pirates are hoping to turn one lucky person’s baseball dreams into a world … more
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Nominate your favorite business
The 2024 Valley Favorites nomination continues until Oct. 31, giving the public a chance to spotlight their favorite local businesses without any entry fees. Nominators can spotlight businesses … more
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Centennial High School Coach Richard Taylor has been named a Hometown Hero for lifetime achievement. This is a picture from the state Open Division final against Liberty Dec. 2 at Mountain America Stadium in Tempe.
Centennial High School legend: Taylor named Peoria Independent Hometown Hero for lifetime achievement
When it comes to competition on the football field, Coach Richard Taylor’s record at Centennial High School speaks for itself. more
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