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Investing in Arizona’s Future: What the FY2026 State Budget Means for Education
Education Forward Arizona’s mission is to advocate for and act on education improvements that advance the quality of life for all Arizonans. A thriving education ecosystem is a cornerstone of a successful state economy, healthy communities and an individual’s ability to support themselves and their families...
Supporting a Budget that Makes Sense for Education and Workforce Readiness
In the early hours of Friday, June 20, the Arizona Senate passed a budget for FY2026 and then adjourned. This was the product of bipartisan collaboration and negotiations between the Senate and Gov. Katie Hobbs. Critically, it includes funding for select programs that Education Forward Arizona has prioritized...
Honoring Arizona’s Class of 2025: More Graduates, More Opportunity for All
Graduation season is here and across Arizona, thousands of high school and college students are walking the stage and stepping into their future. At Education Forward Arizona, we are proud to celebrate the Class of 2025, including our scholarship recipients and student ambassadors as they celebrate this milestone...
Education Forward Arizona Announces 2025 Luminary Award Honoree
Paul J. Luna to be recognized for decades of leadership in expanding educational opportunity Education Forward Arizona will honor Paul J. Luna, President and CEO of Helios Education Foundation, with the 2025 Luminary Award at this year’s “An InspirED Evening” celebration on Wednesday, Oct...
Growing Arizona’s College-Going Pipeline Through CKG Student Ambassadors
The College Knowing & Going (CKG) program, an initiative of Helios Education Foundation, is helping build a stronger college-going culture in high schools across Arizona. Led by Education Forward Arizona, the College Readiness Team Project takes a comprehensive, data-driven, and student-centered approach to preparing more students for postsecondary success...
Education Forward Arizona Hosts Annual Etiquette Dinner to Support Student Professional Development
Education Forward Arizona recently hosted its second annual Etiquette Dinner at Metro Tech High School. This special event provided more than 30 scholarship recipients with a valuable opportunity for professional development, networking, and hands-on etiquette training...
Education Forward Arizona Calls on Federal Leaders to Demand Clarity on Department of Education Plans, Protect Arizona Students
Phoenix — Dismantling the Department of Education (DoE), despite its shortcomings, does nothing to support students. Increasing positive outcomes for students must always be our first priority – it’s what creates a better future for all of us...
Arizona Education Progress Meter 2025 Updates
Education Forward Arizona, in partnership with Center for the Future of Arizona, recently released its annual update for the Arizona Education Progress Meter. This nonpartisan data tool is used as a guide to show the growth needed to reach our state’s Achieve60AZ goal based on eight key indicators spanning early childhood, K-12, and postsecondary education...
TSMC Announces $100 Billion Investment: Why Preparing Arizona’s Skilled Workforce Is Critical
Arizona has just secured a historic victory with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC’s) massive $100 billion investment in the Phoenix area. This investment, which adds to the company’s $65 billion commitment, will fund the construction of three semiconductor fabrication plants, advanced packaging facilities, and a research and development center...
Education Forward Arizona Announces Scholarship Opportunities to Support Postsecondary Access for Arizona Students
Education Forward Arizona is offering multiple scholarship opportunities designed to empower Arizona students on their pursuit of postsecondary education. These scholarships, tailored to meet the diverse needs of the state’s student population, aim to reduce financial barriers and help students achieve their academic and career goals...