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Program Spotlight — Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) highlighted during CCC&Y’s Coconino Prevention Council meeting
Families seeking affordable options to connect to the internet can now apply to the The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).
During a presentation at the monthly CCC&Y’s Coconino Prevention Council meeting held on July 6, Andrea Merrihew provided the nearly 40 Zoom participants with information on a program. Merrihew is the division manager at the Coconino County Health & Human Services.
The program, administered through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), supports eligible households struggling to afford internet service, she said. It is hope the program will help bridge the digital equity divide in our local communities.
Connections Spotlight — Coconino County Health and Human Services celebrates annual ‘Walk for Wellness’
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) celebrated the completion of Mental Health Month with the annual “Walk for Wellness!” held Saturday, June 10 at Buffalo Park.
Some of the groups presenting information at the event included the AZ Health Zone, the Arizona Dept. of Economic Security — Arizona Early Intervention Program (AzEIP), CCHHS’ Prescription Drug Overdose Prevention Program, First Things First, Forging Youth Resilience, the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth, girl scouts arizona cactus-pine and Native Americans for Community Action (NACA).
Education Spotlight — Coconino County Offering Paid Summer Internships for Local Teens Interested in Work Experience. See more local, state and national education news here
Coconino County Health and Human Services and the Coconino County Workforce Development Board are offering Youthworks, a 2023 summer work experience program for teens.
This program provides a unique opportunity for teens aged 15 to 18 to explore career pathways, make connections, and earn a wage.
Youthworks internships run from May 30 to August 1, 2023. The internship is designed to help teens discover what they might want to do in their future career. Participants will earn a wage of $16.80 per hour and work up to 40 hours per week.
Coconino County presenting 2022 Fall Clothing Drive through Nov. 30
Coconino County is holding 2022 Fall Clothing Drive through Nov. 30.
We are in need of new or gently used and clean winter coats, mittens, gloves, pants, long-sleeve shirts, hand warmers, beanies, scarves and socks.
Community members can drop off clothing at such locations as the Courthouse Lobby, Health and Human Services on King St., Flagstaff, Health and Human Services Page and Admin Building.
Local Partners Gearing Up to Stuff the Bus on Nov. 12-13 to Benefit Flagstaff Family Food Center
The annual Stuff the Bus event returns to Flagstaff on Saturday and Sunday, November 12 and 13, 2022. This collection event has long been a partnership between the City of Flagstaff, Coconino County, and the Mountain Line Transit System.
“The Mountain Line team looks forward to this event each year, and we are honored to work with our partners to fill a bus with good to help our neighbors in need,” said Mountain Line CEO & General Manager Heather Dalmolin.
For both days at the Safeway Supermarket, 1201 S. Plaza Way in Flagstaff, the public is invited to bring their donated non-perishable food and Thanksgiving turkeys to fill a Mountain Line bus. In 2021 the event collected over 8,000 lbs. of food and $80,000 in financial contributions. This year’s event sponsor, Desert Financial Credit Union, has pledged to match all food and cash donations up to $40,000.
Education Spotlight — Coconino County seeking nominations for 2023 Teacher of the Year. See more local, state and national education news here
By Coconino County The Coconino County Superintendent of Schools Cheryl Mango-Paget is looking for nominations for 2023 Teacher of the Year. The award is a distinguished countywide event created to celebrate, honor, and recognize full-time teachers from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade. To nominate a teacher and for other award categories, please submit a completed Coconino […]
Education Spotlight — Coconino School Superintendent Cheryl Mango-Paget Announces Nominations for 2023 Teacher of the Year. See more local, state and national education news here
The Coconino County Education Service Agency (CCESA) is proud to announce a request for nominations for the 10th Annual Teacher of the Year, 5th Annual Rookie Teacher of the Year, and 2nd Annual Lifetime Achievement Award.
The awards are a distinguished countywide event created to celebrate, honor, and recognize full-time teachers from pre-kindergarten to 12th grade. Even the simple act of nominating a teacher can mean the world to them. Nominating a teacher recognizes them for their hard-work and efforts throughout the academic year.
Bilingual update — Services Now Available for Students and Families Impacted by COVID-19
Coconino County Superintendent of Schools, Cheryl Mango-Paget, recently announced kindergarten through 12th grade students and families impacted by COVID-19 can now request wraparound support services, such as groceries, lodging, and laundry.
Families who have been impacted by a positive COVID-19 test result after July 1, 2021 can fill out a request form to be reimbursed for short-term lodging, laundry services, and groceries.
Education Spotlight — Join Us for the 2022 Community STEM Celebration. See more local, state and national education news here
Share your expertise at the 2022 STEM Celebration!
Saturday, April 30, 2022
1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Ft. Tuthill Fairgrounds
Join us as an exhibitor at the 2022 Community STEM Celebration.
This is the 9th year STEM City and its partners have worked to create this unique opportunity for all of Flagstaff to engage with the STEM community (K-12 schools, college and university educational institutions, businesses, government agencies, non-profit agencies and others).
Hands-on activities, demonstrations and conversations excite participants, expose the community to STEM educational and career opportunities in Flagstaff and celebrate Flagstaff’s designation as “America’s First STEM Community.”
Register here to participate in the 2022 STEM Celebration!
Coconino County Board of Supervisors Encourage Public Input on Redistricting Maps
The Coconino County Board of Supervisors encourage the public to attend the County’s Virtual Public Input Sessions. The next Virtual Public Input Session will occur on Thursday, March 17.
On Tuesday, March 8, 2022, the Coconino County Board of Supervisors proposed six draft maps for redistricting Coconino County’s supervisory districts. A public input period has begun.
