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Five of the eight Chandler Unified School District policies listed for discussion at Wednesday’s governing Board meeting mention bullying. The eight policies will be addressed as an informational item requested by board member Kurt Rohrs, the agenda states.
Arizona schools grapple with uptick in cyberbullying
Educators, mental health advocates and school safety experts across Arizona say cyberbullying has evolved into one of the fastest-growing student safety concerns facing schools. This is especially … more
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Kimberly Yee and Tom Horne speak during Thursday’s Republican primary debate for Arizona superintendent of public instruction, focusing on school choice, academic performance and ESA accountability.
Horne, Yee clash over ESA oversight, literacy and teacher retention in Arizona debate
Incumbent Tom Horne and State Treasurer Kimberly Yee repeatedly clashed Thursday night over ESA oversight, academic performance and whether the Department of Education should aggressively interpret state law or more narrowly administer it. more
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Dr. Teresa Leyba Ruiz speaks during the Arizona Clean Elections debate for superintendent of public instruction.
Democrats focus on teacher retention, ESA oversight, rural schools in Arizona superintendent debate
Teacher shortages, ESA accountability and the future of Arizona public education took center stage during the recent Arizona Clean Elections debate between superintendent candidates … more
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Home financing remains big challenge in Arizona
For many residents, the cost of financing a home in Arizona remains a huge obstacle. more
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Arizona leaders discuss new models for college success
The event, titled "Higher Education Roundtable: Strengthening Pathways for First-Generation Students", brings together students, education advocates and nonprofit organizations to examine the less visible barriers that can derail college success. more
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High school athletes celebrate after a team victory. As Arizona’s school choice landscape expands, lawmakers and athletic organizations are debating whether ESA-funded and nontraditional students should have broader access to public school sports and extracurricular activities.
Arizona’s school choice expansion Is testing high school sports rules
A growing debate over ESA-funded students participating in district athletics is exposing larger tensions around fairness, funding and whether Arizona’s education-based sports system can adapt to a rapidly changing educational landscape. more
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WHO: Public School Educators and Retirees WHAT: March and Rally Against HCR 2040 WHEN: Friday, May 8, 2026 WHERE: Members will march from the southeast corner of Adams Street and 1st Street, down the south side of Adams Street (heading east) before gathering for a short speaking program in front of Symphony Hall
Arizona educators rally against HCR 2040 ahead of potential 2026 ballot fight
Because HCR 2040 is a concurrent resolution, it does not require Gov. Katie Hobbs’ signature if approved by the Legislature. Instead, Arizona voters would decide the proposal directly at the ballot box in November 2026. more
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Exchange the heat for ocean air
When summer temperatures begin to soar in the desert, many Arizona travelers start dreaming of cooler days, fresh ocean air, and a slower pace. Along California’s Central Coast, Sanctuary Vacation … more
Financial literacy begins young and a new banking app is designed to help young children become educated earners.
Summer jobs can offer lasting financial lessons for Arizona youth
Early experiences with money can influence how young people approach saving, spending and even work ethic long-term. Yet for many families, it’s not always clear how to turn those early paychecks into meaningful lessons rather than just extra spending money. more
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(The Associated Press/Ross D. Franklin)
Homelessness surges in Arizona during past few years
Arizona has experienced a significant rise in its homeless population over the past half-decade, according to data from the state’s department of economic security. The latest numbers show a … more
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Giovanni Sanchez Hernandez, a senior at Independence High School in Glendale, was one of the recipients of the Renaissance Scholarship by Stand for Children Arizona.
Arizona scholarship helps first-generation students turn college plans into reality
For many first-generation students in Arizona, getting accepted into college is only the first hurdle. Paying for it (and finishing) can be the bigger challenge. more
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Patrons read selections in the popular fifth floor reading room on Jan. 7 at Burton Barr Central, the state’s biggest library, located at 1221 N. Central Ave., in Phoenix.
Summer reading programs expand as Arizona targets literacy gaps
As the school year winds down across Arizona, educators and literacy advocates are turning their attention to a familiar seasonal challenge: how to keep students reading when the structure of school … more
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