CHANDLER - Much like the rapidly growing East Valley city surrounding it, Chandler's Hamilton High School finds itself in the midst of change... (read more)
Story: Hamilton High School "Saves Kids," Earns A+ Rating from Arizona Educational Foundation

TUCSON - For those who think kindergarten is about cookies and colors and naptime, Dana Islas would beg to differ. A kindergarten teacher at Pueblo Gardens Elementary School, Islas has her students working on math word problems... (read more) 

Story:  Kindergarten teacher in Tucson captures top presidential award

MESA - As the school year wound down to its final days, the Red Mountain High School AgriScience department and FFA began harvesting the fruits of their labors during the annual State Leadership Conference... (read more)

Story: Red Mountain FFA Experiences Great Success During 2008-2009 State Leadership Conference

TUCSON - When John Guerrero dresses for work these days, he swaps his button-down shirt for a reflective orange security vest. He's now armed with blueprints instead of lesson plans. And he's outside, building a school... (read more)

Story: Work-site training for teachers

Foundation Encourages New and Aspiring Principals to Take Part in Extensive Leadership Training

PHOENIX - The Arizona Educational Foundation (AEF) is now accepting applications for its 2009-2010 Principals' Leadership Academy of Arizona (PLAA). The Academy provides leadership training to new and aspiring principals that enhance their ability to lead their school communities to excellence. Participants have direct access to A+ School award-winning principals, the AEF Board of Directors, policymakers, and leaders in education and business.  

Applications for PLAA's upcoming 2009-2010 class are due by July 31, 2009. Tuition for the Academy is $1,000; scholarships are available. For applications or more information, please visit www.azedfoundation.org  or call (480) 421-9376.

 
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