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Trial by fire: Get to know the new Peoria Unified …

1/31/2024
It is not often a newly elected or appointed Peoria Unified governing board member goes straight to the seat of president in their first public meeting on the board.

Shelter-in-place implemented at Peoria Unified school

1/24/2024
A shelter-in-place was initiated at Sunset Heights Elementary School Jan. 24 when a student required medical attention.

Peoria Unified board mum on selection of president

1/24/2024
Newcomer Rebecca Proudfit will take over as Peoria Unified governing board president at the Jan. 25 meeting, but the discussion behind her selection is a mystery.

Student from Glendale school wins Peoria district …

1/19/2024
The winner of this year's Peoria Unified School District spelling bee is Salem Galaviz from Marshall Ranch Elementary School in Glendale. Galaviz won with the word “asthmatic,” at …

In surprising turn of events, Peoria Unified board …

1/11/2024
The usually routine election of governing board officers president and clerk at the beginning of every calendar year typically goes off with little fanfare. But for the second year in a row, the election took an interesting turn of events.

Peoria Liberty football coach up for NFL national …

1/4/2024
The NFL on Thursday announced the high school football coaches nominated by the 32 NFL teams for the Don Shula High School Coach of the Year Award, and Liberty High School coach Colin Thomas earned Arizona’s nod to represent the Cardinals.

Last-minute giving for the holiday season

12/18/2023
One way to get back and give back at the same time is to make a charitable donation during the holiday season.

Peoria Unified board approves contract for new …

12/15/2023
The Peoria Unified Governing Board unanimously approved a three-year contract for Kenneth Christopher “KC” Somers, to become Peoria Unified’s next superintendent.

Peoria Unified board member’s lawsuit against …

12/4/2023
There has been movement on a lawsuit filed by governing board member Heather Rooks alleging Peoria Unified School District infringed on her right to quote Biblical scripture during public meetings, but don’t expect to learn anything about it, as the information is private.

Peoria Unified youths take up gauntlet for …

12/1/2023
As the world becomes more and more dependent on the internet, the cybersecurity industry is going to need more good guys to take up the gauntlet and protect private information.

Peoria Unified names new superintendent

11/30/2023
Peoria Unified School District has named Kenneth Christopher Somers to serve as the district’s next superintendent, pending the result of successful contract negotiations and background check.

Peoria North Rotary Club recognizes students of the …

11/24/2023
Peoria North Rotary Club continued its recognition of student achievements by awarding Student of the Month honors to 11 students from five local high schools.