Education
Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence (AzCASE) — pring Professional Development for Youth Program Providers
We’ve put together workshops to give you and your staff a deeper dive on the hottest topics for youth program providers.
Sessions for both staff (CLASS) and leadership are available – Register today, space is limited.
Lasting Indigenous Family Enrichment (LIFE) Program January through April programing
We just hope you and yours will plan to partake in these awesome offerings. PLEASE share this information with anyone who is interested in the Flagstaff LIFE program.
STEM Saturdays — Talking to Kids About the Australian Bushfires
The massive wildfires sweeping across Australia have devastated the region – with entire towns ravaged by flames, billions of animals affected and 18 million acres burned. Here are some resources to support you in talking with youth about these fires and wildfires, more generally:
NAU conducting survey ‘Imagining a Better Flagstaff: Exploring Housing Solutions for Flagstaff’
You are being invited to participate in a research study titled Imagining a Better Flagstaff: Exploring Housing Solutions for Flagstaff, AZ. This study is being done by Kai Beattie and Leah Mundell PhD from Northern Arizona University.
This project looks to the gather the opinions that Flagstaff residents have on various affordable housing policies.
Jan. 28 — Screening of ‘California’s Forgotten Children’ to be held at Christ’s Church of Flagstaff
To coincide with January as “Human Trafficking Awareness Month!” a “California’s Forgotten Children” will be held from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 28 at Christ’s Church of Flagstaff, 3475 Soliere Ave., Flagstaff.
Feb. 18, 25, March 3, 10 — Arizona’s Children Association to present a ‘Free Parenting Workshop First Five Years’
Arizona’s Children Association Family Education & Support Services will present a “Free Parenting Workshop — First Five Years” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Feb. 18, 25, March 3, 10 at Williams Elementary/Middle School, 601 N. 7th St., Williams.
This 4-session series will help you nurture your child with “just right” combination of freedom and positive discipline.
Through Feb. 19 — BLOOM365 Trusted Adult Ally Training
BLOOM365 will present “Trusted Adult Ally Training” in Phoenix through Feb. 19.
This 16 hour training prepares school and community stakeholders with the knowledge, confidence, tools and skills to alleviate the barriers to safety, well-being and support for young people who have experienced or witnesses interpersonal violence (teen dating abuse, domestic/sexual violence, gender-based violence, cyber-abuse) victimization.
Feb. 29 and March 7 — 2020 Arizona Education Job Fairs to be held in Phoenix, Tucson
The 2020 Arizona Education Job Fairs to be held on Saturday, Feb. 29 in Phoenix, and March 7 in Tucson.
Arizona public schools are looking for general and special education teachers and related services personnel. Walk in with your resume; walk out with a job.
On-site resources for job seekers include fingerprinting, information about certification and loan forgiveness, and more.
April 23, 2020 — CCC&Y to present Annual Prevention Conference — ‘Finding My Strength; Hope in Connection’
The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth will present its Annual Prevention Conference with the theme “Finding My Strength; Hope in Connection” on April 23, 2020 in Flagstaff.
Join us for developing personal missions in our work, being agents of change, equity & voice in our community, and hope through the scientific healing power of the heart.
Education Spotlight: Puente de Hozho Awarded $11,650 from U.S. Soccer Foundation. See more local education news here
Puente de Hozho Elementary (on Jan. 7) announced it has been awarded a $11,650 grant from the U.S. Soccer Foundation, whose programs serve as the national model for sports-based youth development in underserved communities. This grant is intended to fund professional grade outdoor soccer court that will be available for community use. Puente de Hozho was one of nine organizations to receive grants.
“We are incredibly grateful for the support of the U.S. Soccer Foundation,” said Principal Robert Kelty. “This furthers our efforts in providing world class academic and athletic opportunities for our students and community.”
As a community tri-lingual school supporting learners in the areas of Navajo, Spanish, and English, Puente de Hozho seeks to create cultural bridges between students and there is no better way for those connections than through the world’s most popular sport – soccer.
