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Spending Limit Puts more than $1.1B at risk for Arizona Schools
More than a billion dollars of existing school funding is in jeopardy if the legislature doesn’t allow school districts to spend it. How we got here In 1980, Arizona voters […]
Morning Scoop: Experts Discuss Moving Education and Workforce Development Forward
In a conversation hosted by Education Forward Arizona in partnership with the Arizona Capitol Times, leaders from across the P-20 education continuum shared their thoughts about what it will take […]
Gear Up for FAFSA Season: This Year’s Seniors Need It More Than Ever
By: Bill DeBaun, National College Attainment Network October 1 looms large on the calendar of every college access and success professional in the United States. No, it’s not the date […]
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
By: Selena Llamas, Southern Arizona Community Impact Manager Every year we have the opportunity to honor Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. This is the perfect time […]
Where Are They Now? Alumni Update – Naiby Rodriguez headed to residency
As you read this, Naiby Rodriguez is preparing for residency so that she can work in Yuma as a family doctor. Naiby is a member of our alumni board and […]
FAFSA is a Key Step to Reaching Our Attainment Goal
Arizona is one of the fastest growing states in the country and its continued economic growth depends on a successful education system leading to high levels of postsecondary attainment. Without […]
Donor Highlight: Carstens Family Funds
The late philanthropist William Carstens understood Arizona did not have enough graduating students to keep the state competitive and thriving. He knew the importance of education, both at the individual […]
College Knowing & Going creating a college-going culture in high schools across the state
Creating a college-going culture in high schools that serve large numbers of underrepresented students is critical to reaching our state’s attainment goal. Thanks to the Helios Education Foundation for the […]
In The News: Join us for a Morning Scoop
Moving Forward: Education and Workforce Development Only 46% of adults in Arizona have attained higher education, but in just a few years the overwhelming majority of jobs will require education […]
Welcome Back to School, These Resources Can Kick Off a Successful Year for Seniors
By: Bill DeBaun, National College Attainment Network The once-enticing prospect of a more normal, calmer start to the school year has evaporated in most parts of the country thanks to […]