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The Great Arizona Teach-In

The Arizona Department of Education, Exceptional Student Services is excited to announce the Fourth Annual Great Arizona Teach-In. This event provides "One-stop" services offering resources to become an Arizona education professional. Schools from around the state will be at the Great Arizona Teach-In, looking for quality personnel to serve Arizona students.

Interview for an education career
Onsite certification information and fingerprinting services
Learn about degree programs/certificates offered by Arizona colleges and universities
Network with education professionals from around the state

This is a FREE event for current and future education professionals. No matter where you are at in the process of becoming an Arizona education professional, the Teach-In will have something for you!

When: Saturday April 18, 2009 from 10:00am - 2:00pm Where: Renaissance Glendale Hotel & Spa at 9495 W. Coyotes Blvd. in Glendale, Arizona 85305

Question or Comments - Please contact Joe Stubblefield at Joe.Stubblefield@azed.gov

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