Friday, Aug. 24 Jacks are back! A look at the facts and stats of the incoming class, and campus move in (PHOTOS/VIDEO) NAU athletes, members of student organizations, sororities and fraternities all joined President Cheng in helping thousands of new…
Category: Education
Flagstaff’s San Francisco de Asis Catholic Preschool receives highest quality rating from First Things First
FLAGSTAFF — The San Francisco de Asis Catholic Preschool in Flagstaff recently achieved a five-star rating through Arizona’s First Things First Quality First program. The ratings is the highest available and a first for the Coconino region. “Quality First has been…
SBDC gives form to dreams at CCC
FLAGSTAFF — The concept part was easy, said Flagstaff resident Cecilia “Ceci” Findley. She envisioned that her “Beauty Enhancing Studio” would have a row of cosmetology stations. The studio would have an art gallery for artists to display their latest work.…
KNAU update for Aug. 24
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – August 24th, 2018 Proposal…
AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection ‘Legislation: How Bills Become Law’ update for Aug. 23
Dear friend and partner, greetings! Please know that our radio program no longer airs on Saturdays; it now take place on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm (at KNUV 1190-am and 107.5-fm; station has Spanish programing but our show is in English).…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 23
Click here for more information In This Issue F3 asks the Candidates about Water Snow Making at Ft. Tuthill Water Infrastructure and Workforce Housing Candidate Forum August 30th Donate Now F3 asks the Candidates About Water The human body is about…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 21
Click here for the entire e-newsletter August 21, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Tiny Tales at Museum of Northern Arizona FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK NACA Reach UR Life 2018 Northern Arizona Suicide Prevention…
Page CCC alum takes next step to physician
PAGE — Page resident Melody Billy started her classes at Coconino Community College while getting treatment for cancer. “My classes at CCC really got my mind off being sick,” she said. “It was my saving grace.” Her cancer is in remission.…
First Things First update for Aug. 20
News and happenings about First Things First August 2018 Family, friend and neighbor child care providers learn they are teachers, too More than one-third of Arizona’s children under age 5 are cared for in informal child care settings, better known…
Sedona Arts Center update for Aug. 20
School of the Arts Select Workshops and Classes Alok Hsu Kwan-han September 29 – 30, 2018 A Brush with Emptiness: Zen Creativity and the Art of Life This is the workshop Alok gives on his 80th birthday! He welcomes you…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Aug. 20
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook It was so good to meet so many of you at our PTO meeting last week! Thanks to all the parents and teachers that came out – we were WOWed to see more than 40 of…
CCC alum Richard Ramirez reaches for goal of impacting lives
FLAGSTAFF — Richard Ramirez had a good career with a structural engineering group, making good money and having room for advancement. Still, he wasn’t satisfied. “Looking toward my future, I didn’t see a personal satisfaction in that job,” Ramirez said, adding…
NAU update for Aug. 17
Friday, Aug. 17 Making conversation: NAU linguist studies how perceptions of accents affects communication Okim Kang, who spoke about her research on NPR podcast Code Switch, has found effective communication requires both clear speakers and unbiased, responsive listeners. Warmer temperatures…
STEM City update for Aug. 17
Click here for the entire e-newsletter August 17, 2018 Looking to schedule a field trip? Fall field trips are being offered at the Arboretum, but only for a limited time. Check them out now!
KNAU update for Aug. 17
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – August 17th, 2018 This…
Coconino Sheriff’s Office and The NARBHA Institute Partner for Mental Health First Aid Training
FLAGSTAFF — Recently the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and The NARBHA Institute sponsored five Sheriff’s Office employees in attending classes to become certified Mental Health First Aid instructors. It is well recognized that our society is facing a mental health crisis.…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Aug. 16
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth August 17, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Aug. — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Aug. — Page Public Library announces…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 16
Click here for more information In This Issue What do the Candidates Think about Proposition 422? F3’s Position on 422 Candidate Forum August 30th Support our gofundme campaign for the Forum Donate Now What do the Candidates Think about Prop 422?…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Aug. 15
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Aug. 14
Hope to see many of you tomorrow night! As always, let us know if you have any questions! Your SMS PTO Key Links: SMS School Website School Apparel Store FUSD Newsletter Tutoring and Club Schedule Free and Reduced Meals Arizona…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 14
Click here for the entire e-newsletter August 14, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Early Childhood Fair Become a Foster Parent! Steam Second Saturdays: The Buzz on Bees Coconino County Fair Tiny Tales at Museum of Northern Arizona…
New Community Welcome event on Aug. 27 connects NAU students with their Flagstaff Neighbors
The City of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona University are teaming up for a “Community Welcome” event to help foster a sense of community and build positive connections between NAU students and Flagstaff residents living near campus. Click on image for…
Flagstaff: Free backpacks with back-to-school shots and sports physicals on Sept. 8. See related back-to-school news here
The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) Clinic is providing free backpacks to students that come in for back-to-school immunizations or sports physicals while supplies last. Appointments are available at the CCPHSD Clinic, 2625 N. King Street, Flagstaff Monday…
KNAU update for Aug. 10
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – August 10th, 2018 This…
Protective measures against wildfire smoke impacts
Smoke from wildfires in northern Arizona are impacting several communities in Coconino County. The Coconino County Public Health Services District is encouraging individuals to take precautions to protect themselves from the health effects of wildfire smoke. Many factors influence a…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Aug. 9
Click here for the entire e-newsletter This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff, displayed in kiosks and…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Aug. 9
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth August 9, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Aug. — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Aug. — Page Public Library announces…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for Aug. 8
Click here for more information In This Issue What are the Candidates Top Three Priorities? Dawn steps down as Executive Director Candidate Forum August 30th Donate Now What are the Candidates Top Three Priorities? In an ideal world, our City…
Sedona Arts Center update for Aug. 8
School of the Arts Select Fall Workshops… Robert Burridge September 17–19 Loosen Up with Aquamedia Painting Burridge’s new three-day format brings his most popular workshops into a new focus. “Loosen Up” workshops nurture individual success and personal enrichment with a…
AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection moves to Thursdays. Next program on Aug. 9 focuses on ‘Veterans — Community Support Training’
Dear friend and partner, saludos! Please know that our radio program will no longer air on Saturdays; it will now take place on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm. The subject on Thursday’s show will be: VETERANS – Community Support Training. Catch the programs also…
Applications now accepted for Basic Business Empowerment Training
Training to be held Sept. 4 through Nov. 20 FLAGSTAFF — Applications are now being accepted for the Coconino County Community Services’ (CCCS) 12-week (36-hour) Basic Business Empowerment (BBE) training is offered for Coconino County residents 18-years of age and older. Its purpose is…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 7
Click here for the entire e-newsletter August 7, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Become a Foster Parent! FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK Join CFSS and Support Children and Families on their Journey to HOPE!…
Coconino County Low-cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic
COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is sponsoring a low-cost Rabies Vaccination Clinic from 1 – 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 11 at the Coconino Humane Association, 3501 E. Butler Ave., Flagstaff. Rabies vaccinations will…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Aug. 6
Mustang Roundup – August 6th, 2018 A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone that helped with registration last week! Your help is so much appreciated by the PTO Board and the entire SMS community. As always, let us know if you have any…
NAU update for Aug. 3
Friday, Aug. 3 Think twice before moving to Mars—NAU planetary scientist refutes terraforming in NASA study Christopher Edwards and his team found that making Mars more like Earth, so astronauts can explore without spacesuits, is unlikely to be successful even…
Washington Youth Leadership Seminar Student Application Available Now
Deadline: August 27, 2018 The LNESC National Office would like your help identifying outstanding Latino high school juniors and seniors for the 2018 Washington Youth Leadership Seminar (WLYS). This year’s seminar will be held from September 26, 2018 to September 30, 2018 in Washington,…
New café opens at CCC this fall
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Community College Café, or the 4Cs, will be open for business starting the first day of Fall semester classes. “We want to go fresh,” said owner Nabil Chadi of the new name. And a new menu of…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Aug. 3
Click here for the entire e-newsletter August 2-9, 2018 This Week’s Happening Highlights The Flagstaff CVB publishes Flagstaff 365 Happenings on a weekly basis to highlight local events happening in and around Flagstaff. It is distributed throughout Downtown Flagstaff,…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Aug. 2
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth August 2, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates Aug. — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Aug. — Page Public Library announces…
Sedona Arts Center update for Aug. 2
First Friday in the Gallery Exhibition Features 5 Local Artists First Friday Reception August 3, from 5 to 8 pm Join us for a spectacular First Friday, August 3 from 5 to 8pm, where you can explore mulitple shows on…
Aug. 31 through Sept. 3 — Coconino County Fair coming to Fort Tuthill County Park
FLAGSTAFF — The annual Coconino County Fair takes place Labor Day Weekend at Fort Tuthill County Park, 2446 Fort Tuthill Loop, Flagstaff. Since its establishment in 1949, the Coconino County Fair continues to promote community involvement and interest in agriculture, horticulture, livestock, household…
Sept. 5 — Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to meet in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next meeting at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018 at the Coconino County Administration Building, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. * Time, location subject to change. Notice of changes will…
Sept. 5 — Coconino County Tri-Diversity Council meeting to be held in Flagstaff
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Tri-Diversity Councils will meet from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 5 at the Board of Supervisors Chambers, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff. Download agendas, minutes HERE The councils include: The African American Advisory Council The Coconino Hispanic Advisory…
Sept. 7 — Situational Awareness Class Open to Public
COCONINO COUNTY — Join us for our upcoming Situational Awareness / Response to Active Shooter Class scheduled for Friday, September 7 from 6-9 pm. You can learn what people are saying about this class here. Pre-registration is required.
Sept. 8 — F.A.C.T.S. Lights On Family Carnival
Lights on! Celebrate Out-of-School Time at this free family carnival! Events: Climbing wall Carnival games Prize drawing every hour Free pizza 11:30am – 1pm Kiddie caboose trackless train When: Saturday, Sept 8, 2018 10am – 2pm Where: Bushmaster Park 3150 N Alta…
Sept. 8 — Bilingual report: Last Super Service Saturday of 2018
COCONINO COUNTY —Super Service Saturday is back this weekend with select services from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 8 at the County Health and Community Services building, 2625 N. King St. Flagstaff. This family friendly event will…
Sept. 19 — Coconino County Parks & Recreation Master Plan meetings to be held in Williams, Parks
COCONINO COUNTY — SHAPE YOUR PARKS, YOUR FUTURE Coconino County Parks and Recreation is updating its Master Plan and we want to hear fromYOU! What is a master plan? This master plan will shape the future of Coconino County’s parks,…
Sept. 29 — 2018 Sustainable Building Tour in Flagstaff
The self-guided tour is from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 29, at the Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, 703 E. Sawmill Rd. The Coconino County Sustainable Building Program, in partnership with the City of Flagstaff Sustainability Program…
FUSD Teacher Supply Drive to be held Aug. 10-12. See related news here
FLAGSTAFF — School is just around the corner and so is the Teacher Supply Drive presented by Suddenlink. You can drop off supplies at either Walmart on August 10th, 11th & 12th! #SchoolSupplies #FUSD1 Please assist our teachers by donating new and needed…
Aug. 16 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection to focus on ‘Adam Diaz: A Latino Historymaker’
Dear friend and partner, greetings! Please know that our radio program no longer airs on Saturdays; it now take place on Thursdays from 1 to 2 pm (at KNUV 1190-am and 107.5-fm; station has Spanish programing but our show is in…
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future ( Aug. 30 Candidates Forum) update for July 31
Click here for more information In This Issue F3 Flagstaff City Council Candidate Forum to be Held on August 30th Climate Action Plan: Give your Feedback Local First Friday Donate Now F3 Candidate Forum and Local Initiatives on August…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 31
Click here for the entire e-newsletter July 31, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Upcoming Free Parenting Class Children’s Music and Arts Festival Basic Archery Clinic Steam Second Saturdays: Monarch Madness Family Science: Rad Raptors! Movies on the…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for July 30
Mustang Roundup – July 30, 2018 As always, let us know if you have any questions, SMS PTO “LIKE” us on Facebook Key Links: SMS School Website School Apparel Store Amazon Smile FUSD Newsletter Tutoring and Club Schedule Free and…
KNAU update for July 27
Click here for the latest KNAU news Support Your Public Radio! Popular KNAU Links Like us on Facebook On-Air Schedule Follow us on Twitter Local Events Calendar Current News Stories Support KNAU! KNAU Insider prEview – July 27th, 2018 Native American…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for July 26
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth July 26, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates July — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events July — Page Public Library announces…
Guest commentary: Using technology to advance toddler and preschooler learning
By First Things First FLAGSTAFF — For families of babies, toddlers and preschoolers, saying no screen time is easier said than done. Technology isn’t going away and neither is the desire to make sure that kids are prepared for a world…
Free backpacks with back-to-school shots and sports physicals
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) Clinic is providing free backpacks to students that come in for back-to-school immunizations or sports physicals while supplies last. Appointments are available at the CCPHSD Clinic, 2625 N. King Street, Flagstaff…
United Way of Northern Arizona (Another Record Year for Vita) update for July 26
Click here for the entire e-newsletter Another Record Year for VITA It has been another record year for the United Way of Northern Arizona’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance(VITA) program. This year, 113 IRS-certified volunteers filed 3,268 returns for residents of…
City of Flagstaff requests arguments for and against November 2018 election questions
FLAGSTAFF — Prior to the November 6, 2018 election, each household with a registered voter will receive an informational pamphlet that includes arguments for and against proposed questions that have a local impact. Any person interested in submitting an argument…
Sedona Arts Center update for July 25
Click here for more information School of the Arts Ongoing Classes, Crash Courses, Workshops… August 4 iPhoneography Kelli Klymenko In today’s technological world, even professional photographers and artists are recognizing the iPhone as a useful (and even practical) photographic…