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ABEC To Transfer Assets to Education Forward Arizona to Expand Business–Education Partnership and Strengthen Arizona’s Education-to-Workforce Continuum
PHOENIX, Ariz. —Arizona Business & Education Coalition (ABEC) and Education Forward Arizona announced plans today to complete an asset transfer agreement under which Education Forward Arizona will become the aligned successor to ABEC’s mission and programming, with closing anticipated by the end of June...
Education Forward Arizona Announces 2025 Honorees for “An InspirED Evening”
Celebrating Leadership, Service and Impact in Education in Arizona Aug. 18, 2025 – Education Forward Arizona has announced the honorees for its 2025 “An InspirED Evening” celebration, taking place Wednesday, October 29 at the J.W. Marriott Camelback Inn in Scottsdale...
EDUCATION FORWARD ARIZONA CALLS FOR URGENT ACCOUNTABILITY FOR EMPOWERMENT SCHOLARSHIP ACCOUNT PROGRAM
Too many Arizona students and families are being left behind. Phoenix, AZ – In light of mounting reports of alleged waste, fraud, and a stunning lack of oversight in Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account (ESA) program, Education Forward Arizona once again calls for immediate and meaningful reforms that assure accountability and transparency for the outcomes families […]
Vince Roig awarded Valley Leadership’s Leader of the Year Award
Valley Leadership Honors Vince Roig for a Lifetime of Leadership in Education Education Forward Arizona is proud to celebrate Vince Roig, Past Chairman of the Board, for being named Valley Leadership’s Leader of the Year. This recognition honors Vince’s extraordinary dedication to improving education and fostering opportunities for Arizona’s communities over the course of his remarkable 50-year […]
Education Forward Arizona Celebrates Exceptional Leaders in Education
On Oct. 30, Education Forward Arizona hosted its annual “An InspirED Evening” fundraising event and education celebration at the J.W. Marriott Camelback Inn. The evening brought together leaders, educators and advocates from across Arizona to celebrate collaboration and innovation in education, from early learning through postsecondary attainment...
New Poll Shows Arizonans Demand Action on Increasing Access, Affordability to Education and Training After High School
Education Forward Arizona, as part of its Everything to Gain campaign, unveiled a new poll in an ongoing study regarding the state of attainment of education and training after high school. The results show that Arizonans overwhelmingly support specific policy actions from leaders and lawmakers to increase support and resources to help Arizonans attain a degree […]
Education Forward Arizona Welcomes Two New Board Members
Teniqua Broughton and Jason Coochwytewa bring fresh perspective to the organization Education Forward Arizona is pleased to announce the addition of two distinguished individuals to the organization’s board of directors. Teniqua Broughton and Jason Coochwytewa are eligible to serve up to three consecutive terms of three years each on the board...
Understanding Arizona’s Community Colleges and the Importance of Passing Prop 402 & 486
Arizona’s community colleges are vital to our state’s economy and educational system. They offer affordable, high-quality programs that range from vocational training to academic transfer pathways. These colleges provide opportunities for people to gain the skills they need for in-demand jobs, contributing to Arizona’s economic growth and individual upward mobility...
Education Explainer – Understanding the Ballot Measures That Affect Education in Arizona
Education Forward Arizona is committed to ensuring that public education remains a focal point across all levels in the state of Arizona. As a nonpartisan organization, we strive to be a trusted advocate for issues related to education leading to the Achieve60AZ goal...
Education Forward Arizona Announces Annual Benefit Event
Jeff Guldner of APS named Luminary Award honoree On Wednesday, Oct. 30, Education Forward Arizona will hold its annual “An InspirED Evening” fundraising event and education celebration at the J.W. Marriott Camelback Inn. This year’s event will bring together individuals and organizations from all over Arizona to celebrate collaboration and innovation in education, from early […]