Category: Youth

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler weekly update

Click here for the entire e-newsletter     April 1, 2020 COVID-19 Information March 26, 2020 County Board of Supervisors issue statement to close Grand Canyon National Park March 26, 2020 County announces changes to drive-up specimen collections sites March 25,…

Coconino Coaltion for Children & Youth — Understanding How Positive Community Factors Can Prevent Substance Abuse in Youth

The Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth (CCC&Y) strives to prevent substance abuse and other negative outcomes in adulthood by understanding the effects of childhood traumatic experience and mobilizing community action. Research shows that Adverse Childhood Experiences, or ACEs, contribute to the likelihood of addiction. Sadly, however, Arizona ranks higher than the national average for children who have experienced ACEs. These can include childhood traumas such as abuse and neglect. In fact, according to the Arizona ACE Consortium, “It is estimated that nearly 70,000 children in Arizona have more than five ACEs.”

CCC President’s Office Update for March 31 — Students

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey issued an executive order Monday afternoon, requiring all Arizona residents to “Stay Home, Stay Healthy, Stay Connected.” In response to the governor’s order, instruction will continue at Coconino Community College, but starting today, March 31, 2020,…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Coconino County Counts: Take the 2020 Census!

March 31, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov Coconino County Counts: Take the 2020 Census! Coconino County…

City of Flagstaff announces playground closures

FLAGSTAFF — Effective April 1, 2020, the playgrounds, swing sets, rockers, ramadas, picnic tables and barbeque grills at all parks, the outdoor fitness center located at Bushmaster Park and the Parcourse Stations at Buffalo Park will be closed until further notice…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Governor Issued Stay-at-Home Order for Arizona to Combat COVID-19 Spread

March 30, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov Governor Issued Stay-at-Home Order for Arizona to Combat COVID-19…

Museum of Northern Arizona — Exploring MNA from home

Message from Mary – The museum’s exhibit building remains closed to visitors until city and state officials determine it is safe for gathering space to reopen. During this time of closure, it’s our intent to keep the museum staff working…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau — Find virtual events with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights Discover Flagstaff 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 storefronts,…

Coconino Community College Remote Academic Advising Available Now Through May 15

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College students can receive remote academic advising now through Friday, May 15, 2020. Students have two options to communicate with a CCC academic advisor: 1. The first option is to schedule a zoom advising appointment via Calendly.…

Office of U.S. Sen. Kirsten Sinema launches comprehensive online resource to help Arizona families and businesses navigate the COVID-19 outbreak

My team and I launched a comprehensive online resource to help Arizona families and businesses navigate the COVID-19 outbreak.     Our online resource can help Arizona families and small businesses navigate this challenging situation with up-to-date, accurate information. It…

CASA of Coconino County issues a Call to Arms for volunteers in response to the predicted impact of COVID-19

COCONINO COUNTY — CASA of Coconino County is in critical need to increase the number of dedicated members of the community to step up and become Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers, and help break the cycle of abuse and…

Flagstaff Family Food Center Needs Volunteers

By the Flagstaff Family Food Center The Flagstaff Family Food Center needs volunteers. Most critical needs: Emergency Food Box Program: Tue-Sat 9am-1pm Sandwich Making: Daily 10am-2pm Grab-N-Go Dinner Service: Daily 3:30-6pm Sign up at www.hotfood.volunteerhub.com or call 928-526-2211

Flagstaff Arts Council — Introducing #CreativeFlagstaff

#CreativeFlagstaff is a new social media campaign presented by the Flagstaff Arts Council. We are asking our community to engage in creative projects while we practice social distancing. Each week we will feature creativity prompts from Flagstaff artists and makers on our social media platforms to help inspire you to create. Post your creative projects with #CreativeFlagstaff to share with our community.

Pinecone Preschool in Flagstaff accepting new students

FLAGSTAFF — Pinecone Preschool is currently remaining open.  We are open 6:00 am to 6:00 pm Monday through Friday. We understand parents need to work, and will, in turn, need care for their children. Pinecone Preschool will continue to follow…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — Caring for Yourself and During This Time

March 25, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Contact Us Supervisor Liz Archuleta; (928) 679-7152; larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Theresa M. Munoz, Executive Assistant; (928) 679-7162; tmunoz@coconino.az.gov County adopts new office & building procedures County services…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler — COVID-19 Information

Click here for the entire e-newsletter     March 25, 2020 COVID-19 Information Coconino County Press Releases March 22, 2020 Evidence of COVID-19 community transmission in Coconino County March 18, 2020 Proclamation to mitigate spread of COVID-19 March 18, 2020 Presumptive…

Bilingual information: Coconino County Health officials confirm first death due to COVID-19

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) confirmed the first COVID-19 related death in Coconino County. The individual was a male in his 50s with underlying health conditions. CCHHS is working to identify and contact anyone who may…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — At Home Activities for Children and Adults!

Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Update from District 2 Greetings District 2, In an effort to be proactive and flatten the curve, District 2 employees will be working remotely from home.…

Flagstaff City-Coconino County Library launches digital library card

FLAGSTAFF — The Flagstaff City-Coconino County Library has instituted a digital library card that can be used to access the Libby app, which provides access to the library’s e-books and e-Audiobooks. Library patrons can sign up at https://cocolib.overdrive.com/. Access is…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News — County Courts modify schedules & procedures. Courts will remain open

Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website County Courts modify schedules & procedures Courts will remain open FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Under Arizona Supreme Court Administrative Order 2020-48 and Coconino County Superior Court Administrative…

Evidence of COVID-19 community transmission in Coconino County

County also changes specimen collection site and hours Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) officials have found evidence of community transmission of COVID-19 in Coconino County. Community transmission happens when there are confirmed cases of COVID-19 and there is…

Coconino County COVID-19 response exhausting resources and supplies

County requests support and supplies from federal and state government to continue response FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic will be impacted if supplies and financial resources aren’t replenished. Over the past week, the County has increased…

Bilingual report: Coconino Parks & Recreation announces operational changes to promote social distancing for COVID-19

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Parks & Recreation is staffing its office virtually to help protect the team and the public during the COID-19 pandemic. Virtual staffing at Parks & Recreation began on March 19 and will continue through at…

Coconino County Health and Human Services offers COVID-19 recommendations

COCONINO COUNTY — Now that positive COVID-19 cases have been identified in our community, CCHHS recommends people follow CDC recommendations for communities experiencing an increase in community transmission. Moving forward, individuals experiencing mild respiratory illness, such as a mild fever or…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuleta — Special Edition News

March 16, 2020 Coconino County Government ELIZABETH C. ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 Special Edition Visit our Website Coconino County Confirms 2nd Presumptive Positive COVID 19 Case These are the new numbers today for Coconino County and the State of Arizona…

Bilingual report: Presumptive positive case of COVID-19 reported in Coconino County

FLAGSTAFF — Coconino County Health and Human Services (CCHHS) confirmed the first presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Coconino County. The test was conducted by TGen North Clinical Laboratory. The individual is from the greater Flagstaff area and is over…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update — Have a Safe & Healthy Spring Break!

Happy Spring Break, SMS! No School Monday through Friday Send your Student an Encouraging Note for Student Testing starting March 31st Annual testing will begin March 31st for SMS students. We want to ensure student success by helping students study…

KNAU eNews: Anticipating Coronavirus in Coconino County, Resting Your Brain and more

Click here for the latest KNAU news   KNAU Insider March 13, 2020 This week’s Insider is brought to you by: Coconino County Health Officials Anticipating Local Coronavirus Cases Nine cases of coronavirus have now been confirmed in Arizona. In some…

A Message From Sedona Arts Center

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   A Message From Sedona Arts Center The health and safety of our Patrons, Students, Volunteers, and Staff are a top priority. Since COVID-19  first surfaced, our staff has been monitoring the situation closely…

Coconino Coaltion for Children & Youth — CCC&Y partners with Building Community to increase prevention initiatives

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 11, 2020 Connections Spotlight   CCC&Y partners with Building Community to increase prevention initiatives CCC&Y is excited to partner with Building Community.  Leadership expansion is an important pillar of…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau — Find art, music, writing workshops, and St. Patrick’s Day Activities with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights Discover Flagstaff 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 storefronts,…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update — Come out to the PTO Meeting (March 11)

YOUR OPINION MATTERS Come out to the PTO Meeting THIS Wednesday – March 11th – 5:30 pm Meet in the Commons THIS WEDNESDAY to participate in the nomination process for next year’s PTO Board AND stay up to date on…

LAUNCH Flagstaff — Monthly Update: 3 steps forward

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   THREE STEPS FORWARD Elevate PreK Up to now, the effort to expand equitable access to full-day, year-round, high-quality, free preschool to Flagstaff 4-year-olds living in families between 101%-250% of the Federal Poverty Level…

Coconino Community College — The Comet

March 1, 2020 Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Shaping the future of Coconino County. Empowering Individuals. Inspiring Communities. Education with Purpose! Visit our website A quick word from the President The students here at Coconino Community College continually inspire and…

CCC seeks nominations for Distinguished Service Award 2020

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…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Registration now open for the 2020 Annual CCC&Y Prevention Conference: “Finding My Strength; Hope In Connection”

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 4, 2020 Connections Spotlight   Registration now open for the 2020 Annual CCC&Y Prevention Conference: “Finding My Strength; Hope In Connection” FLAGSTAFF— In recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention…

CCC students selected for All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship

FLAGSTAFF — Two Coconino Community College students have been recognized for the prestigious 2020 All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship. The scholarship provides free tuition for 60 credit hours at the recipient’s choice of one of the three state universities – Arizona State…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitor’s Bureau — Find art, history and culture with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights Discover Flagstaff 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 storefronts,…

Sedona Arts Center — Don’t miss these inspiring art workshops coming up at Sedona Arts Center!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Upcoming Workshops at Sedona Arts Center Amazing Glazing! Ceramics Workshop March 21 – 22, 2020 Larron Lerdall You’re invited to participate in a 2-day, hands-on workshop with Larron Lerdall, Ceramics Instructor at the…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update — March 6 — 3rd Quarter Ends & School Dance

Important Events in March March 6 — 3rd Quarter Ends & School Dance March 11 — PTO Meeting March 12 — Oceanography Fundraiser Mar 16 – 20 — Spring Break (No School) School Dance This Friday 5:30 – 7:00PM Don’t…

Coconino County Health and Human Services Continues Novel Coronavirus Response Efforts

COCONINO COUNTY — Recent news has included much information about the outbreak of respiratory illness caused by a novel (new) Coronavirus, COVID-19, first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Coconino County Health and Human Services, in collaboration with state and…

American Sign Language and Interpreting Studies Launching Fall 2020 at Coconino Community College

By Coconino Community College Earn an Associate of Arts Degree or a Certificate in American Sign Language and Interpreting Studies at Coconino Community College.   Fall 2020 Registration Opens Tuesday, March 31, 2020   Fall 2020 Semester Begins Monday, August…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — CCC&Y Conducts Groundbreaking Assessment, more news

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020 Connections Spotlight   CCC&Y Conducts Groundbreaking Assessment, more news The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth has completed and released a Needs Assessment that connects much research around Adverse Childhood Experiences and…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update — Staff Appreciation Event – THIS FRIDAY

Staff Appreciation Event – THIS FRIDAY 7 Volunteers Needed! Sign up below! WE ARE STILL LOOKING FOR THE FOLLOWING HELP: 2 People to Help Setup (6:45am) 4 People to Help Cleanup (9:00 am) 1 Assortment of Fruit DELIVERY NEEDS TO…

Sunday’s (Feb. 23) AZ Snowbowl Community Giving Day supporting FUSD Foundation

FLAGSTAFF — On Sunday, February 23, 20% of all purchased lift ticket proceeds at Arizona Snowbowl will benefit the Flagstaff Unified School District Foundation as part of the resort Community Giving Day.  This is the first time the two organizations…

Registration now open for the 2020 Annual CCC&Y Prevention Conference on April 23: “Finding My Strength; Hope In Connection”

By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth FLAGSTAFF— In recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth will present the 2020 Annual Prevention Conference and Luncheon — “Finding My Strength; Hope In Connection” from 8…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — CCC&Y’s monthly board meeting to be held on Feb. 24

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020 Connections Spotlight   CCC&Y’s monthly board meeting to be held on Feb. 24 FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth will hold its next monthly board meeting from noon…

Sedona Arts Center — Don’t miss these inspiring art workshops coming up at Sedona Arts Center!

Click here for the entire e-newsletter Upcoming Crash Courses at Sedona Arts Center Fun with Art & Wine February 21, 2020 Melanie and Brian Gold Join Melanie and Brian Gold in this is a fun two-hour adventure, creating a 12×16…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitor’s Bureau — Find festivals and celebrations with Flagstaff 365 Happenings

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   This Week’s Happening Highlights Discover Flagstaff 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 storefronts,…