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Recent ASU graduate Hunter Mantle, an electrical engineer, stands outside the Engineering building following his commencement ceremony.
Arizona universities deal with changes in student enrollment
After years of record-breaking enrollment, Arizona’s public universities are rewriting their playbooks. The University of Arizona is choosing smaller, better-prepared classes. Arizona State … more
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Privatize or modernize? Two views on the future of air traffic control
With the holiday travel season coming on the heels of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, the future of air travel and the controllers who oversee America's busy skies are on people’s minds. more
Nikki Wasilish (left) and her mother, Stephanie (Stacy) Wasilishin (right) on her 32nd birthday.
Cave Creek woman turns lifelong trauma into advocacy for murdered mother
Nikki Wasilishin’s life changed forever when her mother was murdered more than 32 years ago. Now the Cave Creek resident, a Cactus Shadows high school graduate who teaches Pre-K at Quality … more
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Volunteers creating projects as part of School Connect's "Love Our Schools" program.
Early learning centers see big impact from 'Love Our Schools Day'
School Connect’s statewide campaign mobilizes families, businesses and educators to improve learning environments. more
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Dr. Melissa L. Boydston
Duet hires Dr. Melissa Boydston as executive director
Duet: Partners In Health & Aging announces Dr. Melissa L. Boydston has been hired as executive director. “We are thrilled to welcome Melissa as Duet’s new executive … more
Valley Vista High School students talk to a banking professional during the Financial Fitness in Action program in this file photo. A state program is working to make sure ninth-graders are better prepared for success in high school.
Grants to help ninth-graders succeed now open to Arizona districts
The Arizona Department of Education has opened grant applications for school districts to implement 9th Grade On-Track programs, an initiative designed to help high school freshmen build a strong academic foundation and graduate on time. more
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GCU students listen to directions as they begin their Habitat for Humanity project in Phoenix.
GCU students build more than homes with annual revitalization projects
Early Saturday morning, Nov. 1, more than 180 Grand Canyon University students traded their backpacks for paint brushes and work gloves as part of the school’s 20th semiannual Day of Service with Habitat for Humanity Central Arizona. more
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PVSchools make a strong showing across campuses in Arizona's graded school system.
PVSchools builds a culture of growth
For Paradise Valley Unified School District, this year’s letter grades are something to celebrate — but the district says the true measure of success lies far beyond the alphabet. … more
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Teravalis celebrates official grand opening With Floreo Fest on November 15
Teravalis™, a Howard Hughes community, is proud to welcome the community to the official grand opening of its 37,000-acre master planned community in Buckeye, with a public celebration, Floreo … more
Jamie Maurer
Horizon Recovery names Jamie Maurer Head of Culture and Brand Integrity
Horizon Recovery, Arizona’s leading teen behavioral health organization, has appointed Jamie Maurer as Head of Culture and Brand Integrity, a newly created role focused on strengthening … more
Measures on the ballot range from teacher salary overrides to facility-improvement bonds, with several districts emphasizing that these funds support day-to-day operations rather than new construction.
Two-thirds of district funding proposals win support in 2025 election
November 4th’s election marked an important moment for Arizona’s K–12 public schools, where funding decisions lie directly in the hands of local voters. Measures on the ballot … more
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Sky Crossing Elementary School is one of many Paradise Valley Schools that received A-rating in 2025.
Arizona schools redefine accountability with broader measures of success
Arizona’s annual “A–F” school letter-grade system provides a broad snapshot of school performance, but relying solely on these ratings overlooks deeper factors essential for a … more
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