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Amid backlash, Proudfit, Rooks explain vote against …

9/17/2024
In the wake of a heated reaction from parents, two Peoria Unified governing board members who voted against a grant funding extension for student mental health services are explaining why.

Peoria Unified superintendent announces goals for new …

8/26/2024
Peoria Unified Superintendent K.C. Somers has finalized and presented his annual goals for the 2024-2025 school year.

Here's how a state-wide cell phone ban in schools …

8/23/2024
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne wants to ban cell phones from classrooms, and he’s looking for legislative help to do that.

Construction permits, development agreement approved …

8/21/2024
The new American Leadership Academy charter school has hit some milestones allowing it to begin construction on roughly 40 acres in Vistancia’s commercial core.

Campaign finance reports reveal allies in Peoria …

8/14/2024
With the stage now set for the Peoria Unified governing board election, campaign finance reports have revealed a couple candidates with prominent allies.

Get to know the Peoria Unified governing board …

8/13/2024
The stage is now set for the 2024 Peoria Unified governing board election.

Resolution to archaic long-term school spending cap …

6/27/2024
Arizona public school districts got a break from the newly signed state budget because it included a provision to waive the state constitution amendment known as the aggregate expenditure limit that restricts school spending.

11 potential candidates line up for Peoria Unified …

5/20/2024
With the deadline for candidate nomination packets for the Peoria Unified School District governing board election nearing, 11 potential candidates are considering running for a seat.

Peoria Unified governing board approves new department …

5/3/2024
The Peoria Unified governing board approved two new directors last month at public meetings.

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 Unified looks to put bond on 2024 ballot

11/20/2023
The Peoria Unified School District will jump back on the horse in the coming year and try to get a bond on the ballot for the 2024 November general election.

What grade did your Peoria Unified school receive?

11/7/2023
Peoria Unified has released letter grades for its 42 graded schools, with 85% receiving an A or B label for the 2022-23 school year.