Education
Democrat Hoffman to take over as Arizona Schools Superintendent. See related news here
Democrat special education teacher and political novice Kathy Hoffman has won the race for Arizona superintendent of public instruction, beating an experienced Republican politician.
Hoffman was declared the winner Monday night as her lead over Frank Riggs grew insurmountable during Arizona’s lengthy vote count.
Hoffman was one of hundreds of current and former educator-activists on general election ballots across the nation following this year’s #RedForEd protests. Demonstrators called for support of higher teacher pay and increased public school funding.
Arizona schools chief says student safety goes beyond armed officer
Kathy Hoffman, Arizona’s newly elected superintendent of public instruction, said she believes keeping students safe goes beyond having armed officers present in schools.
Ensuring school safety, according to Hoffman, has as much to do with students’ mental health as their physical health.
“I think that student resource officers have a place in our schools but it shouldn’t be the solution in every school,” Hoffman, who was elected to the position on Monday, told KTAR News 92.3 FM’s Arizona’s Morning News on Wednesday.
Report: AZ Kids Need Support as They Age Out of Foster Care
A study out this week looks at challenges faced by foster children in Arizona and across the country, when they turn 18 and “age out” of the system.
The Annie E. Casey Foundation data found that overall, young people transitioning from foster care are falling behind others in completing high school, finding jobs and acquiring basic life skills.
Opinion: Whether they meant to or not, voters just cut K-12 funding. See other related election news here
Voters on (Nov. 6) resoundingly approved Proposition 126, which amends the state Constitution to bar lawmakers (and voters) from imposing any new taxes on services – things ranging from haircuts to health care, from accountants to attorneys.
The question now is, how long will it be before they regret it?
Prop. 305 defeat doesn’t end fight over voucher expansion. See related news here
More than 1 million voters rejected lawmakers’ attempt to allow every public school student in Arizona to attend private or parochial schools on taxpayer dollars – but the fight isn’t over.
NAU seeks ABOR approval for Fourth Street purchase. See more education news here
Northern Arizona University will submit a plan to purchase a 120-acre parcel of land at 1301 S. Fourth St. to the Arizona Board of Regents (ABOR) for approval Thursday.
Hopi High students take home awards at state journalism conference
Hopi High School won nine awards at the Arizona Interscholastic Press Association Conference Nov. 6 at Arizona State University in Tempe.
About 750 students from throughout the state attended the conference.
Hopi High was the only reservation school to win media awards and was one of the smallest schools represented.
You’re in Viking country: Students and city collaborate on new welcome signs. See more education news here
Visitors to Williams will have no doubt they are entering Viking country when they turn off the interstate.
Williams High School welders recently collaborated with the city of Williams to create three welcome signs that were placed at the entrances to Williams.
Book Review: Emerging readers in for a colorful treat with ‘Rosa Gets It Right’
Local author and longtime Grand Canyon resident Nancy Rivest Green invites emerging readers to step into the bright, watercolor world of rural Mexico in her newest book “Rosa Gets It Right”
Smart-as-a-whip Rosa, a feisty little girl with pigtails and an ever-curious attitude, is so tired of hearing, “Wrong again, Rosa!” A visit to her local library changes everything for Rosa, and she learns that reading can finally help her get it right.
Habitat Restoration Program for Youth in Glen Canyon NRA. See other Page area education news here
Flagstaff-based nonprofit Grand Canyon Youth (GCY) will engage Native American youth in restoring riparian habitats within Glen Canyon National Recreation Area thanks to a major grant from the National Fish & Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) and Wells Fargo.
