Category: Education

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuelta update for June 8

Coconino County Government ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162   Welcome Summer   Summer is here! Families and children are making summer plans and looking forward to a break. Many people will be enjoying time outdoors. In order to…

NAU update for June 8

Friday, June 8 President Cheng highlights NAU’s efforts in reducing degree gap in remarks to Phoenix-area civic leaders  The president discussed online programs, the Phoenix Biomedical Campus and partnerships with community colleges in Maricopa County. Life on Mars? NAU astronomy…

KNAU update for June 8

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for June 7

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth June 7, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates June — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events June — Page Public Library announces…

First Things First: Everyone can help young kids stay safe around water this summer

FLAGSTAFF — Pool weather and summertime go hand in hand. Especially since pools are everywhere—in your backyard, apartment complexes, neighbors’ homes. As the weather gets warmer, more and more families are using their pools or attending pool parties. But along with…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for June 5

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   June 5, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Circus Camptastic! FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – ASIST Teddy Bear Picnic Summer DIY for Kids CCC STEM Camps Family Science: Amazing Arthropods…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for June 4

Click here for more information   In This Issue New Acting Executive Director for F3 Your support is needed for the Attainable Housing Bond Donate Now New Acting Executive Director for Friends of Flagstaff’s Future! The F3 Board of Directors…

June 30 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection to focus on ‘The U.S. Constitution & Storytelling’

Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: “The U.S. Constitution & Storytelling” Ad on Facebook Ad on YouTube Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all…

July 5 — Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) to meet in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will hold its next meeting at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, July 5, 2018 at the Coconino County Administration Building, 219 E. Cherry Ave., Flagstaff, Arizona. * Time, location subject to change. Notice of changes will…

July 7 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection to focus on ‘Democracy: Civic Engagement’

Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: “Democracy: Civic Engagement” Ad on Facebook Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts, and Stitcher, all under AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection. Ways…

July 20 — Flagstaff’s lunar legacy celebration of the first Moon landing launch

FLAGSTAFF — Experience Flagstaff’s scientific role in the Apollo Moon missions and the Flagstaff Lunar Legacy 18-month celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the first Moon landing.  The celebration of the Flagstaff lunar legacy launches Friday, July 20 at 5 p.m. in downtown…

Expect More Arizona update for June 1

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   These programs are improving outcomes for students in Arizona  We believe it is possible for every student to receive an excellent education every step of the way. In order to get there, it…

KNAU update for June 1

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for May 31

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth May 31, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates May — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events May — Page Public Library announces…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitor’s Bureau update for May 31

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…

Sedona Arts Center update for May 31

First Friday in the Gallery Exhibition Features 7 Local Artists Opening Reception June 1, from 5 to 8 pm  June at Sedona Arts Center’s Fine Art Gallery features a brilliant group of artists who delight in presenting together! The Exhibition…

Bilingual report: July 15 — Volunteer on Trail Work Day as part of Latino Conservation Week in Coconino County

COCONINO COUNTY — Join the Arizona Trail Association in the Coconino National Forest in celebrating Latino Conservation Week building a new Arizona Trail on Sunday, July 15. Everyone is welcome for this fun day on the trail. Participants should be…

July 14 — AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection to focus on ‘LULAC: One for All & All for One’

Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject on Saturday’s radio program will be: “LULAC: One for All & All for One” Ad on Facebook Ad on YouTube Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook, YouTube, Podcasts,…

July 16 — Dr. Colleen A. Smith, president of Coconino Community College, to speak at next Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth monthly board meeting

FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth will hold its next monthly board meeting from noon to 1:30 p.m. Monday, July 16 at the County Health and Community Services Building, 2625 N. King St., Ponderosa Room, Flagstaff. Dr. Colleen A. Smith, president of…

July 16 — CCC offers science adventure for teens

FLAGSTAFF — Fresh air. Colorado mountain views. Time away from social media – and lots of time for science. Teens ages 13 to 16 have the chance for a non-credit, science-based adventure camp offered through Coconino Community College beginning July 16.…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 29

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   May 29, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Flagstaff Library Activities for Youth The Wonder Factory FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – ASIST Circus Camptastic! CCC STEM Camps Family Science: Amazing…

NAU update for May 25

Friday, May 25 NAU scientists publish first estimate of carbon emissions from 2014 mega-fires in Canada’s boreal forests Xanthe Walker, Michelle Mack and Ted Schuur of Ecoss collaborated with Scott Goetz from SICCS for the study, which quantifies how much…

KNAU update for May 25

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for May 24

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth May 24, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates May — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events May — Page Public Library announces…

Changes to plastic recycling in Flagstaff

FLAGSTAFF — Curbside plastic recycling in Flagstaff is changing. Beginning June 1, 2018, only plastic bottles and jugs, numbers 1 and 2, will be accepted for recycling. Previously, residents have been able to recycle all types of plastic, numbers 1…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 22

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   May 22, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Free Conference in Prescott June 8: AZ Families Thrive The Wonder Factory Science Saturday: Plant Power! Circus Camptastic! CCC STEM Camps Family Science: Amazing…

First Things First update for May 21

May 2018 Arizona kindergarten teachers share the scoop on what kids need to be ready for that first day First Things First asked kindergarten teachers from across Arizona: What’s the one piece of advice you’d give parents to help prepare…

Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence update for May 19

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Catalyzing Family Engagement in STEM The STEM Next Opportunity Fund is taking a leading role in raising awareness and inspiring programs, foundations, corporate partners and policy-makers to take action on family engagement. One component of…

Flagstaff High School celebrates 2018 Hispanic Convocation

  Photos by Ruth Eaton / ©2017 FLAGSTAFF — More than 50 students took part in the 2018 Flagstaff High School Hispanic Convocation held May 17 at the school’s Hurley Theatre. The event included opening remarks by Rosaría Acevedo, the invocation…

NAU celebrates 25th annual Hispanic Convocation

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ ©2018 FLAGSTAFF — So many graduates crowded the stage that parents and well-wishers had to scramble to the back of the Ardrey Auditorium at Northern Arizona University in order to take the entire group…

KNAU update for May 18

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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for May 17

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth May 17, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates May — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events May — Page Public Library announces…

CCC seeks nominations for Distinguished Service Award 2018

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College is seeking nominations for its prestigious Distinguished Service Award. The award recognizes outstanding service, leadership and support to the College and to the educational enrichment of Coconino County. Nominees must be a resident of Coconino County…

NAU study: Post-wildfire flooding to cost hundreds of millions

Williams and surrounding areas face severe economic impacts The Coconino County Board of Supervisors heard a presentation from the Northern Arizona University (NAU) Alliance Bank Economic Policy Institute (EPI) on the economic impact of post wildfire flooding to the City…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 15

CLICK HERE for the entire e-newsletter   May 15, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Universal Practices for Peace & Peace-Making: A Conversation Become a Foster Parent! Circus Camptastic! CCC STEM Camps STEAM Second Saturdays: Raising Reptiles Flagstaff Train…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for May 15

In This Issue City Council Members discuss including a Transportation Tax on the 2018 Ballot Your Input is needed on the Milton Corridor Master Plan Community Events Donate Now City Council members discuss including a Transportation Tax on the 2018…

STEM City Flagstaff update for May 15

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Tuesday, May 15th Concern: K-12 Science Standards The DRAFT Arizona Science Standards are available for review until May 28th.  Select “Draft w/Internal Review: AZ Science Standards” so you can see the changes made internally at the AZ…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuelta update for May 11

Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Keeping you up-to-date on News and Events Spring has come roaring in and we are still experience a very dry season. Please share information that you receive with your neighbors and friends and…

KNAU update for May 11

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Fox tests positive for rabies

COCONINO COUNTY — The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) confirmed today that a fox tested positive for rabies. The fox was found in a wooded area north of Interstate 40, west of Milton Road and south of University…

Sedona Arts Center update for May 10

Opening Reception May 11, 5–7 pm Sedona Arts Center proudly presents a special exhibition by renowned artist, Kevin Macpherson, Chinese Characters from May 11 to 28 in the Center’s Historic Art Barn in Uptown, Sedona. This unique collection of portraiture, all painted…

NAU update for May 10

Click here for the latest NAU news Thursday, May 10 NAU Fulbright student scholars awarded opportunities in Greece, Laos Alexandra Huff will study geology in Greece, while Margaret Wood will teach English in Laos. Both plan to use their Fulbright experiences…

Local First Arizona Flagstaff update for May 10

Spring is in full bloom and so is the Flagstaff event calendar! Check out all the upcoming markets and festivals below. Shop Local For Mother’s Day How do you celebrate Mother’s Day when your mom deserves a month-long vacation and…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for May 10

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth May 10, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates May — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events May — Page Public Library announces…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for May 8

United Way of Northern Arizona (UWNA) is working with its agency and government partners to help local residents coping with the destruction being caused by the Tinder Fire. The Tinder Fire has burned more than 16,000 acres in the Blue Ridge…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 8

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   May 8, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Become a Foster Parent! Meet Me Downtown Flagstaff FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK STEAM Second Saturdays: Raising Reptiles Healthy Kids Running…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for May 7

Click here for more information   In This Issue Tuesday May 8th Council Meeting: Peace Pole Apartment Application Fees Camping Ordinance Donate Now Council Meeting Tuesday May 8th Information about the possible funding and installation of a Peace Pole. The Peace…

Sedona Arts Center update for May 7

Free L’Auberge Community Plein Air Event May 16, 9 – 11 a.m. Explore a lovely creek side venue complete with artists working from nature! L’Auberge de Sedona is hosting and sponsoring the “Creekside Paint-Out” produced monthly this spring and summer…

RSVP deadline is May 4 for 2018 NAU Hispanic Convocation

FLAGSTAFF — The deadline is Friday, May 4 for the 2018 NAU Hispanic Convocation. The event will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, May 10 at the Ardrey Auditorium (bldg. 37A) The Hispanic Convocation recognizes and celebrates the achievements of our Latino, Chicano, and…

KNAU update for May 4

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NAU update for May 4

Click here for the latest NAU news   Friday, May the 4th be with you NAU student awarded prestigious Udall scholarship Danielle Curley is the second NAU student in a row to earn a Udall scholarship for her leadership, public service…