Updated Dec. 28, 2021: Teachers and administrators at many Arizona schools are covering other classes during their prep periods or breaks when other teachers are out due to the shortage of teachers and substitute teachers.
Amid chronic staff shortage, Arizona teachers are being called to cover other classes https://t.co/RDr8EFNP4L
Parents can help children and teens deal with stress over winter break by planning ways to connect and raise their spirits and keeping academic concerns in perspective.
Throughout the pandemic, parents have reported unusually anxious, challenging, withdrawn or stressed-out behavior from their children. https://t.co/0GdhfHOUFU
Phoenix Union High School shared the graduation schedule for its seniors.
Our 2022 Graduation schedule is out 🗓! It is not too soon to make plans for the big day. To see when your school’s graduation is taking place, visit https://t.co/uExbjpg1WH 🎉 #ThisIsWhoWeAre pic.twitter.com/j5Bp6i9loz
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 1,364,669 in Arizona, up from 1,362,695 yesterday, and 24,144 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
Today’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 1,976 cases and 162 deaths. Hospitals are already strained by COVID-19 patients, the vast majority of whom are unvaccinated. Vaccines and boosters protect you and help with hospital capacity as Omicron spreads. More: https://t.co/Ir0LKn910i pic.twitter.com/TVox0Nf59m
FREE TEST DISTRIBUTION EVENT!!
Today from 3 to 7 p.m. you can pick up a rapid, antigen, self test kit at 3950 S. County Club Road. Each kit contains two tests, limit of one kit per person. Anyone receiving a test kit will be required to fill out a demographic information form. pic.twitter.com/gmtxQLt9U6
In Maricopa County there are 860,428 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 170,831 in Pima County, 88,173 in Pinal County, 44,127 in Yuma County, 38,576 in Mohave County, 35,946 in Yavapai County, 27,472 in Coconino County, 26,690 in Navajo County, 19,881 in Cochise County, 16,090 in Apache County, 10,369 in Santa Cruz County, 12,074 in Gila County, 8,939 in Graham County, 3,608 in La Paz County and 1,465 in Greenlee County.
A Message from Your Local Health Providers: pic.twitter.com/QopBoGaQ5i
Get tested for #COVID19 if you have symptoms or are 5-7 days past exposure to someone who is positive or who you think is positive. We have hundreds of locations listed and mapped at https://t.co/Y8JTEbxEFp. pic.twitter.com/9bIByIUT7V
*UPDATE – WEEK OF 12/26*
Free COVID-19 saliva testing continues in Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Drive-thru available
– Results typically 24-48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Bring QR code (no ID req)
Details/register/share: https://t.co/bogIAKKMgo pic.twitter.com/0PenoxxEpN
"Arizona hospital official: Avoid New Year’s gatherings." (via @AP)https://t.co/dxjy9nqE3s
Alhambra Elementary School District thanks generous donors who brought joy to students over the holidays.
A huge thank you to @SOArizona and @SandersonFordAZ whose recent toy donation allowed over 60 kids at James W. Rice Elementary School to receive new toys this holiday season! 🏎🏀🚲
Thank you for your continued partnership! pic.twitter.com/0MRBAgDOk4
How schools are adapting to all students having a laptop in the classroom.
"Students and teachers have become reliant on the flexibility and power of laptops and tablets…On the other hand, classrooms are not ready for the new power and data load all these new laptops have created."@PoeTexas #SponsoredContent #EdTech https://t.co/OfMRKdtKeh
Creighton School District shares how loving each child enhances connection and learning.
What's love got to do with it? Everything!
Superintendent Dr. Donna W. Lewis and Community Education and Outreach Director Ivan Carvajal presented at the @AzSBA Annual Conference on loving each child as our own through community and family outreach. pic.twitter.com/Mp4FI61fGX
See how Arizona schools are using federal grants to replace diesel school buses with buses powered by other energy sources.
The EPA is contributing $1.9 million to Arizona as part of $14 million in grants nationwide for Diesel Emissions Reduction Act projects.https://t.co/KxgAIaodQ5
Apply now for the Arizona Teacher Residency program that prepares recent college graduates and mid-career professionals to become effective classroom teachers,
This two-year program prepares recent college graduates from any degree program and mid-career switchers to be effective classroom teachers. Prospective AZ Teacher Residency candidates should apply by Friday, January 7th for this first cohort: https://t.co/CUpxh8WEbl. @NAU @azk12
Learn more about the career preparation that Pima JTED offers students.
Our Automation and Robotics program is a course where students learn design and operational testing of robotics. They also learn how to code specific actions to create an automated action loop. Enrollment opens January 18 at https://t.co/INxyCAfIhE.#IamCTE #robotics #automation pic.twitter.com/yMD6HtotO7
Washington Elementary School District celebrates Sunitha Sivakumar, a Sahuaro Elementary literacy lab paraprofessional for all she does for students.
We conclude our December Employee of the Month celebration by honoring Sunitha Sivakumar, paraprofessional in the literacy lab at Sahuaro Elementary! The staff at Sahuaro describe Sunitha as loving, supported and dedicated – a treasure to have as a member of the #WESDFamily pic.twitter.com/Fc4AD3l5L0
Roosevelt School District honors Spelling Bee winners.
Congrats to our District Spelling Bee participants! We'd like to celebrate our medalists from Lopez, Jorgensen and Campbell. Good luck to our top two spellers as they advance to the @Scrippsbee regionals! #WeAreRoosevelt #BeBoldRSD #SomosRoosevelt pic.twitter.com/I2o176qoaX
Schools across the country are working to diversify their teachers and principals to let students see leaders like them.
The “One Million Teachers of Color” campaign has a goal of adding 1 million teachers and 30,000 leaders of color to the workforce by 2030. https://t.co/YAYz4hhEMs
Learn more about snow and science at Arizona Science Center.
Skiing meets science with IF/THEN Ambassador Sarah Wilson ⛷️ Her experience as a skier has helped her as a biomechanical research engineer in injury prevention and recovery.
Learn more about snow science at Snow Week ➡️ https://t.co/0paTq5N4QK#ifthenshecan #genderequalitygrant pic.twitter.com/E1I06tEHEc
See why getting all students to talk in class is so important.
"Students and teachers have become reliant on the flexibility and power of laptops and tablets…On the other hand, classrooms are not ready for the new power and data load all these new laptops have created."@PoeTexas #SponsoredContent #EdTech https://t.co/OfMRKdtKeh
Updated Dec. 27, 2021: Arizona State University student Tierra Hopkins leads free workout sessions at local parks and asks participants to bring an item to donate to people without homes.
#Homelessness has been rising amid #COVID19, prompting organizations and individuals to do more to help. See the story from @PrinceJStory, in partnership with @Ezaffar and @TheDiffEngASU: https://t.co/hmYDGMa1Ql
Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Katherine Cooper ruled that a referendum that would let voters decide whether Arizona’s large tax cuts should become law will remain on the 2022 ballot, but critics said they’re appealing the decision to the state Supreme Court.
Judge allows challenge to tax cuts to proceed to November ballot, but more hurdles await https://t.co/RKSw8eWuZT
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 1,362,695 in Arizona, up from 1,355,052 yesterday, and 23,982 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
Today’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 7,641 cases and no deaths. Just as cases added were significantly lower yesterday, cases added today are much higher because there was no data processing on the holiday. Details: https://t.co/qAyQQ65pcP pic.twitter.com/zJ9eVzcRvK
One in every 300 Arizonans has now died from COVID-19. @KDYJournalist reports.https://t.co/12XpekYw4o
In Maricopa County there are 859,062 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 170,703 in Pima County, 87,931 in Pinal County, 44,105 in Yuma County, 38,519 in Mohave County, 35,891 in Yavapai County, 27,453 in Coconino County, 26,655 in Navajo County, 27,453 in Cochise County, 16,070 in Apache County, 10,359 in Santa Cruz County, 12,075 in Gila County, 8,936 in Graham County, 3,603 in La Paz County and 1,462 in Greenlee County.
*UPDATE – WEEK OF 12/26*
Free COVID-19 saliva testing continues in Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Drive-thru available
– Results typically 24-48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Bring QR code (no ID req)
Details/register/share: https://t.co/bogIAKKMgo pic.twitter.com/0PenoxxEpN
The CDC shortened the isolation guidance for Americans who test positive for Covid-19 from 10 days to five if they don’t have symptomshttps://t.co/fFRn6qFatT
Students in Madison Elementary School District’s Native American Program learn to Hoop Dance.
Madison School District’s Native American Program is designed to address the social and educational needs of Native American students. Recently, Camelview students learned Native American Hoop Dance! For more information visit: https://t.co/MTg3adbMTv pic.twitter.com/Bmsfc5BH4M
New COVID-19 policies could affect the Fiesta Bowl.
The College Football Playoff Management Committee has announced new COVID-19 policies, as concerns about the COVID-19 omicron variant continue to grow. These policies could affect the Fiesta Bowl. @vjonesradio reports.https://t.co/WSZFKReAIF
Students receive gifts in class from their teacher, his friends and family, and their gratitude and excitement is contagious.
Teachers will always have whole heart. ❤️ https://t.co/oxc2B2b3HE
Arizona has some of the lowest levels of prenatal care in the U.S.
Arizona outperformed the nation on its rates of premature births and infant deaths, despite having some of lowest rates of prenatal care among the states, according to a recent @MarchofDimes report. Story by @diannie_chavez: https://t.co/dP3zbMtKA8
Peoria Unified School District reminds you there’s still time to donate to your local schools and receive a tax credit for this year.
Consider making a year-end tax credit contribution! Tax credits are used to fund extracurricular activities & capital items which supplement the educational experience of the student. Learn more & make a year-end Tax Credit Contribution on our website at https://t.co/M3T4vasMdP pic.twitter.com/vinQ46SfeD
Marana Unified students can find a free, nutritious meal at Marana Cares Mobile stops during Winter Break.
Marana Cares Mobile will be on the streets again during #maranaschools 2021 Winter Break, Mon-Fri., Dec. 20-24 and Dec. 27-31, serving FREE, nutritious and delicious meals to ALL children. Visit https://t.co/LmITAz4EWz for times, locations & more! #childhunger pic.twitter.com/dilCjgR4kQ
Some Flagstaff Unified students are thankful for some generous holiday gifts.
Some special visitors delivered gifts to every student at Killip Elementary School today! Each student received a stuffed animal, a science kit, and a book. A huge thank you to Flagstaff Community Toys For Tots for generously sponsoring this holiday surprise. pic.twitter.com/tk37RRvGWi
Education Secretary Miguel Cardona introduces Innovat(Ed)
We have the opportunity to reimagine education & innovate towards a better future. That’s why we created, Innovat(ED).
Innovat(ED) will pair educational leaders with experts in the field to work towards solutions for student & educator needs. More coming soon! pic.twitter.com/D7RlbobCME
Tempe Elementary shares info about and upcoming registration event.
🌟 Save the Date! 🌟 On January 13, all TD3 elementary schools will host a showcase & registration event from 5-6:30 p.m. Tour the school, meet teachers, and register! We will be giving FREE kinder kits for incoming kindergartners while supplies last. https://t.co/EDrsZ7f2iF pic.twitter.com/IoSUJ7I3eB
Dysart Schools shares more info about their career and technical education programs and open enrollment.
Applying for open enrollment is a popular choice for students who wish to take advantage of one of our many #CTE programs. These include photography, engineering, culinary arts, and many more. The deadline for the priority period is Jan 14. Apply today at https://t.co/aCwKjUWlRs pic.twitter.com/VQ8gipFLaZ
Tucson high Magnet School students learn choreography from a Hamilton musical cast member.
ICYMI: @HamiltonMusical cast member, Alexia Sky Colon, taught choreography to dance students at Tucson High Magnet School! #PROUD2BTUSD 🍎 pic.twitter.com/H3adSdT6yB
West Point High School shares photos from it’s holiday concert.
West Point High School Holiday concert with Choir and Mariachi Fuego del Oeste #TollesonDoItWithPride pic.twitter.com/720zjZw2qg
Learn more about students and what’s happening on campus in Phoenix Union’s magazine.
Julissa Martinez is a Senior at Maryvale High School who loves her family and being involved on campus. She is the Battalion Commander of JROTC at Maryvale! Want to learn more about Julissa? Read about her in our magazine at https://t.co/xd7SKRGzJq 📰 pic.twitter.com/9ATqaTE8vn
Chandler CARE Center thanks the community for it’s generosity in providing gifts and hope for community members.
5,131 toys and over $5,000 in gift cards? Yep. That’s what we did today thanks to YOU, our community! Another successful toy distribution in the books! Thanks @ChandlerUnified schools, @ChandlerFire and all our amazing donors! pic.twitter.com/0E0dkHYeCL
The Arizona Dept of Education reminds you its time to apply for grants.
Next Monday, January 3rd, 2022, a Word version of the application, guidance, and resources critical for a successful application will be posted here: https://t.co/2lrUadNufW. The application due date is March 7th, 2022.
Mesa Public Schools reminds you there’s always someone you can talk to about what you’re experiencing.
The holidays can be hard, and it’s always ok to reach out and ask for help. If you or someone you know is struggling with depression, suicidal thoughts or other mental health concerns, please ask for help. The hotlines below are available for anyone who needs someone to talk to. pic.twitter.com/wykKIBA3zS
See what Arizona child care providers are doing to retain staff and fill open positions.
Child care providers across AZ, and the US, have been struggling to fill open positions since the pandemic. Find out what local centers are programs are doing to retain current staff.https://t.co/KWq7oqSZaU
Updated Dec. 21, 2021: Madison Elementary School District in Phoenix says it will use a new COVID-19 quarantine option is tested earlier this month with Maricopa County Public Health.
The Madison Elementary School District in Phoenix has announced that it will keep using a new quarantine option that it tested earlier this month with the Maricopa County health department. @rociohzz reports. https://t.co/bfgzvQP0rU
Parents are concerned about how to keep their children safe at school as confirmed COVID-19 cases due to the omicron variant increase, The Associated Press reports.
The quick spread of the omicron variant is stirring another reckoning in America’s schools, as parents wonder how to keep their kids safe and teachers worry about endangering their health by entering crowded schools. https://t.co/QGRUaCdsTW
A Phoenix mom of a son with Down’s syndrome who is at greater risk of complications from COVID-19 talks about what it has been like for her family since the pandemic began.
Nicole Wheatcroft is a working Phoenix mom. Her youngest son has Down syndrome and is at greater risk of complications from COVID-19, which makes school even more complicated.https://t.co/5aAYdtswDS
See what President Joe Biden said today about steps being taken to deal with the omicron variant of COVID-19.
President Biden announced several new steps to address the highly contagious omicron coronavirus variant, including plans to buy 500 million at-home COVID test kits and mail them to people who want them, with deliveries beginning in January. https://t.co/BarRIKD4Ga
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 1,341,377 in Arizona, up from 1,338,982 yesterday, and 23,742 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
Today’s #COVID19 dashboard update adds 2,395 cases and 223 deaths. Per @CDCgov, Omicron is extraordinarily contagious and has rapidly become the nation’s dominant COVID-19 variant. Get vaccinated/boosted to protect against severe illness and death. https://t.co/GICPW11Cn8
ICYMI: Dr. Sean P. Elliott explains why it’s safe and recommended to give other needed childhood vaccines at the same time as the #COVID19 vaccine, including a #FluShot. Get more answers to frequently asked questions about COVID-19 vaccines for kids at https://t.co/t78ZBcV2Ue. pic.twitter.com/4fyGBLZ6h1
In Maricopa County there are 844,498 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 168,481 in Pima County, 86,472 in Pinal County, 43,718 in Yuma County, 38,046 in Mohave County, 35,470 in Yavapai County, 26,808 in Coconino County, 26,309 in Navajo County, 19,599 in Cochise County, 15,924 in Apache County, 10,288 in Santa Cruz County, 11,886 in Gila County, 8,871 in Graham County, 3,566 in La Paz County and 1,441 in Greenlee County.
ADHS is urging vaccinated Arizonans to get the #COVID19 booster dose ASAP because of the Omicron variant’s rapid spread and the potential for more breakthrough cases. The unvaccinated should act now to protect themselves from severe illness and death. https://t.co/i0ra0S7rBr pic.twitter.com/Ty72AVsYo0
*UPDATE – WEEK OF 12/19*
Free COVID-19 saliva testing continues in Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Drive-thru available
– Results typically 24-48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Bring QR code (no ID req)
Details/register/share: https://t.co/bogIAKKMgo pic.twitter.com/olRGiS78zo
When a student lost his parents, students and school staff came together to ensure he and his siblings knew their school cares.
Recently one of our @CombsCougars students suffered a tragic loss after losing his mother to cancer and father to COVID. CMS banded together to ensure he & his siblings got everything on their Christmas lists plus gift cards. We love how deeply #CombsCares for our students. pic.twitter.com/LqhfQomARU
The Arizona Dept. of Education reminds Arizonans of ways to connect with resources they need.
Are you worried about yourself and your community? Emotional support is critical to increase resilience during this time. Call 2-1-1 or visit https://t.co/mLaJczxRjv to connect to 100% free and confidential support today. pic.twitter.com/1WZ0Rn9nAw
U.S. News & World Report shares what parents and students should expect in art schools.
Here’s what parents should know about arts-focused high schools. https://t.co/cfagKeng7M
Looking for something to do with your children over winter break, consider the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix.
Guests of all ages can try instruments from around the world in our Experience Gallery. Find and celebrate your inner musician as you explore musical sounds! 🎶
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We’re open daily 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Plan your visit and purchase timed-entry tickets: https://t.co/gvFlkQX3Cz pic.twitter.com/5uHSCD8SeB
Tempe Elementary students share some of their projects.
Thanks to all who came out to visit our ASPIRE Academy Showcase! Current students had some of their impressive projects on display, like these remote-control creations! Our students never cease to amaze us! 👏💜 ASPIRE info: https://t.co/Hu000E9ysg #projectbasedlearning pic.twitter.com/KU0X7bKBXo
Learn more about the AZ Promise Program to help provide financial aid for low-income students for their college tuition at Arizona State University, Northern Arizona University and University of Arizona from the Arizona Board of Regents.
The #AZPromiseProgram will provide scholarships for eligible low-income students to fully cover their tuition and fees if they enroll at @ASU, @NAU or @uarizona.
The goal is to make college more accessible, a necessary step for a strong future economy.https://t.co/22qdUrFjYd
Glendale Elementary School District students share their holiday houses.
Look at Ms. Moyer’s GEO class and their holiday houses! #familyfun @GESD40 @SegottaJones pic.twitter.com/CtRel89K0f
The New Jersey Legislature approved a bill that would require public schools to teach Asian American history, NBC News reports.
A bill that would require public schools to teach Asian American history has been approved by the New Jersey Legislature. https://t.co/0LntOOUIJT
Updated Dec. 20, 2021: Chandler High School will offer students new elective African American and Mexican American history classes that were proposed by teachers at the school where half of students identify as Black or Latino.
Next school year, @CHSWolvesAZ will offer two new electives focused on African American and Mexican American history. More than half of the school’s students identify as Black or Latino https://t.co/dX2OMRbH91
Confirmed cases of COVID-19 rose to 1,338,982 in Arizona, up from 1,336,806 yesterday, and 23,519 people in Arizona have died from COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
Today’s #COVID19 dashboard adds 2,176 cases and no deaths. Don’t risk it: COVID-19 boosters and vaccines will reduce the chance of severe illness and death and reduce the chance that you will contract COVID-19. #RollUpYourSleeve More: https://t.co/n6vDlhPBPQ. pic.twitter.com/utjj21pXej
BREAKING: Omicron is now most common coronavirus variant in U.S., accounting for nearly three-quarters of COVID-19 cases, CDC says. https://t.co/HkpbuaGcNk
If you received the one-shot J&J #COVID19 vaccine, it’s natural have questions about @CDCgov “expressing a clinical preference” for the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines over the one you received. Our blog explains what’s happening and what you should do. https://t.co/7W7f93o5ir
In Maricopa County there are 842,993 confirmed cases of COVID-19, 168,138 in Pima County, 86,345 in Pinal County, 43,694 in Yuma County, 37,919 in Mohave County, 35,384 in Yavapai County, 26,750 in Coconino County, 26,248 in Navajo County, 19,564 in Cochise County, 15,922 in Apache County, 10,270 in Santa Cruz County, 11,879 in Gila County, 8,867 in Graham County, 3,566 in La Paz County and 1,443 in Greenlee County.
The #holidays are right around the corner! We’re looking forward to this season filled with joy and quality time. Check out the following tips that can help ensure a happy and #healthy holiday 👇 pic.twitter.com/zZv6ld6gvQ
*UPDATE – WEEK OF 12/19*
Free COVID-19 saliva testing continues in Arizona in partnership w/@AZDHS:
– Use agency code SALIVATEST
– Drive-thru available
– Results typically 24-48hrs
– Ages 5+
– Bring QR code (no ID req)
Details/register/share: https://t.co/bogIAKKMgo pic.twitter.com/olRGiS78zo
Coconino High School‘s CocoNuts Robotics Team returns to in-person competitions this year.
The CHS CocoNuts Robotics Team is back to in-person action after two seasons of remote competition due to the pandemic. The CocoNuts hosted the Flagstaff FIRST LEGO League Qualifier, the first in-person event in Flagstaff since February 2020. Read more: https://t.co/jBnxtQ9RJJ pic.twitter.com/bZiFIMOmnG
Let a teacher know how much they mean to you.
Today, RSC encourages you to take a moment & reflect back on a teacher who changed your life for the better & consider reaching out to them! Educators do a tremendous amount for the betterment of their students & deserve our support: https://t.co/k7WqoMn0IR #SupportRuralTeachers pic.twitter.com/v3r1dnd1cA
Chinle Unified School District Supt. Quincy Natay named a finalist for National Superintendent of the Year.
Supt. Quincy Natay of Chinle USD named Finalist of @AASAHQ National Superintendent of the Year. https://t.co/u3RiutBRIH @AASADan @Supt_Hoffman @EdForwardAZ @AzSBA @azedschools @azedfoundation pic.twitter.com/p2CBp5Kwvr
Does judging students’ science projects sound like fun? Then sign up here.
Volunteers are needed to help judge student projects at the Paradise Valley Schools Science and Engineering Fair (PVSEF) running Jan. 31-Feb. 10. The fair is virtual with judges scoring projects presentations ahead of live, remote interviews. Register at https://t.co/wZAGLvoACN. pic.twitter.com/NkdEa9AWPZ
Madison Elementary School District celebrates cafeteria manager Katie Effa for all she does for students.
We’d like to recognize Katie Effa, cafeteria manager at Heights for being awarded the Shining Star Award! Ms. Effa brings enthusiasm and a welcoming atmosphere to all who enter the cafeteria. We are grateful to have her positive attitude and fantastic leadership at Heights!🎉 pic.twitter.com/1ybcJprI4A
Las Sendas Elementary students donated more than 855 books to students at Keller Elementary.
Students at Las Sendas Elementary held a book drive and donated over 855 books to students at Keller Elementary, so they could continue practicing their reading skills over winter break. Incredible work, Las Sendas Coyotes! pic.twitter.com/RmD7G7IkE9
Arizona State University students engineered microalgae to bind arsenic in water, something that could help reduce the contaminant in drinking water in communities in Arizona and around the world.
A team of biomedical engineering students at @ASU last month won a gold medal in an international synthetic biology competition.
Their accomplishment?
Engineering microalgae to bind arsenic in water, reduce it and sequester the toxic contamination. 🚰https://t.co/Qx0jcz47JB
Willow Canyon High School students share their talents during Winter concerts.
We were just in awe at the level of artistic talent during our winter shows! Check out these pics from @WillowCanyonHS Winter Choir performance last week and make a resolution to see and support the arts in Dysart Schools in the new year! #DysartArts pic.twitter.com/xKp5Bf2IHl
Orcutt Winslow and Chasse thanked Sundance Elementary School staff for all they do for students.
Thank you Orcutt Winslow and CHASSE for showing love to our Sundance staff! Lunch was great, received a much needed Dutch Bros gift card, and for our 5th grade teacher winning the gift basket raffle!
Happy Holidays from the Mustangs😊 @BuckeyeESD @orcuttwinslow @CHASSEteam pic.twitter.com/uiw6dr19S7
Students, consider taking part in the anti-bullying art contest.
Show off your artistic talent by participating in this year’s Anti-Bullying Art Contest! For more information, visit https://t.co/hTaN0lMl3s. pic.twitter.com/psB3nDeLJt
Nov. 23, 2021 – Dec. 17, 2021: Daily schools update: Tolleson Union uses grant to launch Uber-like ride share service for students
Nov. 9, 2021 – Nov. 22, 2021: Daily schools update: Education Advocates get Tax Referendum on 2022 Ballot
Oct. 27, 2021 – Nov. 8, 2021: Daily schools update: Mesa Mother Relieved to get her Young Child Vaccinated
Oct. 12- Oct. 25, 2021: Daily schools update: Supply chain issues cause problems for Arizona school cafeterias
Sept. 27 – Oct. 11, 2021: Daily Schools Update: How will children becoming eligible for COVID-19 vaccine change schools’ prevention measures?
Sept. 14 – Sept. 27, 2021: Daily schools update: Students decision to mask up may have stopped a classroom COVID-19 outbreak
Aug. 24 to Sept. 1, 2021: Daily schools update: COVID-19 outbreaks rise among students in Maricopa County
Aug. 17 to Aug. 23, 2021: Daily schools update: FDA approves Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine
Aug. 3 to Aug. 16, 2021: Daily schools update: Arizona school mask mandates receive presidential praise
July 19 to Aug. 2, 2021: Daily schools update: Teens struggle with mental health as school starts
June 20 to July 14, 2021: Daily schools update: Arizona lawmakers ban mask requirements in schools
June 14 to June 17, 2021: Tempe Union’s board approves comprehensive mental health policy
June 1 to June 11, 2021: It’s time to get students enrolled in school for fall & ready for in-person classes
May 17 to May 28, 2021: A year after George Floyd’s murder, a look at empathy, equity, what’s changed & what hasn’t
May 10 to May 14, 2021: Students ready for graduation ceremonies
May 4 to May 6, 2021: Amendment to bill would prohibit teachers from discussing controversial policy & social issues not essential to learning objectives
April 28 to May 3, 2021: Thank a teacher during Teacher Appreciation Week for all they do for students
April 21 to April 27, 2021: 3 years after Red for Ed there’s much left to do
April 12 to April 20, 2021: How & why teachers discuss trial with students; Schools keep masks after Gov. rescinds mandate
March 29 to April 9, 2021: Children, young teens may be eligible for COVID-19 vaccine before next school year
March 15 to March 26: Masks are still required in all schools; Video: Dr. Christ’s news conference today
Feb. 24 to March 11, 2021: COVID-19 aid funds will help AZ students, families & schools
Feb. 11 to Feb. 23: U.S. Dept of Ed: Students must take standardized tests, but there’s flexiblity on when & how
Feb. 2 to Feb. 9: Video: Supt. Hoffman gives State of Special Education address
Jan. 21 to Feb. 1: Black History Mural Month Project to highlight pioneers of the Black community launches in Phoenix
Jan. 10 – Jan 20: How students engage with Inauguration Day
Dec. 21, 2020 to Jan 8, 2021: Teachers help students deal with attacks on Congress, Capitol
Nov. 30 – Dec. 16: Watch it now: Dr. Christ asks people to avoid holiday gatherings with people they do not live with
Nov. 18 – 25: COVID-19 cases rise before Thanksgiving adding to school and hospital leaders’ concerns
Nov. 16: More schools return to online learning as COVID-19 cases rise
Nov. 2 – 13: $19 M grant would help schools with teacher development, stipends, reading & math curriculum, summer ed resources and more
Oct. 20 to Oct. 30: AZDHS amends COVID-19 school benchmarks
Oct. 7 – Oct. 19: What are teachers doing ahead of elections to support students afterwards
Aug. 25 – Sept. 8: Parents voice concern about online class size; school nurses prepare for students
Aug. 12 – Aug. 24: Students, teachers affected by Zoom outage
July 30 – Aug. 11: Parent organizes co-op for learners; group rallies for in-person school days after benchmarks release
July 13- July 30: Teachers prepare for digital learning and back to school
June 29 – July 12: Video: Gov. says ‘Goal is to get children back to school when it’s safe;’ Schools lay out learning models
June 29: Video: Gov. delays in-person classes to Aug. 17 due to rise in COVID-19
June 15 – June 29: Video: Gov. pauses re-opening of some businesses as COVID-19 cases rise
June 24: Plan provides more funding, flexible instruction as schools re-open
May 26 – June 12: Increase in COVID-19 cases marks a new daily high
May 20 – 25: AZ Dept. of Ed releases COVID-19 guidance to schools for summer programs, back to school
May 11 – 19: Arizonans consider workplace safety, what back to school will look like amid COVID-19
April 26 – May 10: Stores re-open, COVID-19 testing blitz resumes on Saturday
April 8 – 25: You can get tested now if you think you’ve been exposed to COVID-19
March 12 – April 7, 2020: Coronavirus response: Cases rise; AZ Day of Giving
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