Category: Youth

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for April 10 — 2019 Flagstaff Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, April 10, 2019 Connections Spotlight 2019 Flagstaff Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month The always moving Field of Hope Dedication put a poignant focus on annual…

Williams honors 2019 Child Abuse Prevention Month with placement of 79 pinwheels at city’s pocket park

Photos by Frank X. Moraga ©2019 By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth Pinwheels twirled in the breeze as guest speakers spoke of the significance of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month during a ceremony held Saturday, April 6 at…

2019 Field of Hope Ceremony puts spotlight on April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga ©2019 Flagstaff, Coconino County proclamations, upcoming events in Williams and Flagstaff keep focus on child abuse prevention efforts By the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth The always-moving Field of Hope Dedication put a poignant focus…

At CCC: Exploring how ‘She Belongs’

FLAGTAFF — “Those of you who think you can’t make a change will not know if you can’t try,” said Harriet Young, board member of American Association of University Women. Coconino Community College hosted an event called She Belongs, Celebrating Herstory, on…

Maya Lanzetta: Sharing the wonder of math

FLAGSTAFF — From beginning algebra to calculus – math is the language she’s most passionate about. And Maya Lanzetta teaches it all at Coconino Community College. “It’s a beautiful language,” Lanzetta said. “I want to share that passion with my…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for April 3 — NAU Starts a New Climate Action Plan

In This Issue -NAU Climate Action Plan -Flagstaff Climate Action and Adaptation Plan Update -Council Upholds P&Z Veto of new Cell Tower on Eastside -Community Involvement this Week Donate Now NAU Starts a New Climate Action Plan NAU held a…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for April 3 — Child Abuse Prevention Month (April 2019) kicks off with official City of Flagstaff proclamation

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, April 3, 2019 Connections Spotlight Child Abuse Prevention Month (April 2019) kicks off with official City of Flagstaff proclamation Variety of events planned throughout region including walk in Tuba City…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 1 — Next PTO meeting is April 17

Mustang Roundup – April 1, 2019 “Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Thanks for sharing your feedback and ideas with us at the popcorn event a few weeks ago. Here’s a few updates on some of the requests: a NASA speaker…

CHAC honors Purple Heart recipients, community and student leaders at 2019 César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga & Richard Eaton ©2019 AmigosNAZ FLAGSTAFF— Area Purple Heart recipients and their family members received a well-deserved community recognition, while a representative from the Cesar Chavez Foundation recounted the organization’s past while outlining the…

NAU Mariachi Mar y Sol to represent Flagstaff at the International Mariachi Conference in Tucson

FLAGSTAFF — NAU Mariachi Mar y Sol had a great performance on March 29th at the CHAC Cesar Chavez Recognition Breakfast. They donated their time and they brought joy to many with beautiful music early in the morning. The group will…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for March 29 — VITA Volunteer Spotlight: Cynthia Mackin

Click here for the entire e-newsletter VITA Volunteer Spotlight: Cynthia Mackin The story that sticks out for VITA volunteer Cynthia Mackin this year happened a couple of weeks ago, when a brother and sister in their early 20s came in…

NAU News update for March 29 — Flinn Foundation funds NAU microbiologist’s study to address health disparities through novel therapeutic for asthma

NAU   Friday, March 29 Flinn Foundation funds NAU microbiologist’s study to address health disparities through novel therapeutic for asthma Although there is no cure, Emily Cope launched a two-year clinical study to determine whether adding low-cost prebiotic soluble fiber…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for March 28 — Arizona Snowbowl’s World’s Best Spring Break

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 storefronts, and also available at the Flagstaff…

Antelope Point Marina continues to grow scholarships at CCC

FLAGSTAFF —  Antelope Point Marina has donated another $20,000 to the Coconino Community College Foundation to support scholarships for CCC students. “Our workforce is primarily from the Navajo Nation, and Coconino Community College is beneficial to help creating opportunities for that…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for March 27 — Coconino County proclaims April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 27, 2019Connections Spotlight Coconino County proclaims April 2019 as Child Abuse Prevention Month Variety of events planned throughout region in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month. Spaces…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for March 25 — Taking Nominations fo the 2019-2020 PTO Board

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By… Your Business Can…

Friends of Flagstaff’s Future update for March 20 — F3 Supports Building Code Amendments

In This Issue -F3 Supports Building Code Amendments -Elections 2020: What Might be Included on the Flagstaff Ballot? -Council Supports Ban on Uranium Mining around Grand Canyon -Community Involvement this Week Donate Now F3 Supports Building Code Amendments Flagstaff is…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for March 20 — Spaces filling fast so RSVP soon for 2019 Child Abuse Prevention Conference and Luncheon on April 18

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 20, 2019 Connections Spotlight More events planned in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month   Spaces filling fast so RSVP soon for 2019 Child Abuse Prevention Conference…

Cheshire Park playground construction

FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff Parks and Recreation department will replace the playground structure at Cheshire Park next month. The park will be closed from April 1 – 29 for this work. Beginning April 1, Parks and Recreation will remove…

Coconino County Parks & Recreation update — Master Plan Survey Closes March 17

CONNECTING PEOPLE, CULTURES & COMMUNITIES MARCH, 2019 Master Plan Survey Closes Mar. 17 Master Plan Survey Have you filled out the Parks & Recreation Master Plan Survey yet? Go to http://www.ccprsurvey.org/open. It only takes a few minutes. These are Your…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for March 18 — Spring Break This Week — March 18-22

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook ‌ If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By… Your Business…

CCC2NAU advisor connects with students

FLAGSTAFF — Students having a hard time finding a direction in school are not alone. Amanda Gonzalez is a CCC2NAU advisor at Coconino Community College. Amanda had troubles with school when she first started. She first went to Northern Arizona University…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for March 13 — Variety of events scheduled in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 13, 2019 Connections Spotlight  Variety of events scheduled in recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month   In recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, the following…

Coconino Community College update for March 8 — A quick word from the President

Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President “Diverse” is a powerful word to…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for March 8 — The State Street Ballet’s “The Jungle Book,” Ardrey Auditorium on March 10

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 update for March 6 — Apollo 16 astronaut will be keynote speaker for 10-day Flagstaff Festival of Science celebration Sept. 20-29

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, March 6, 2019 Connections Spotlight Apollo 16 astronaut will be keynote speaker for 10-day Flagstaff Festival of Science celebration Sept. 20-29. Applications are open to host a program for the…

CCC students selected for All-Arizona Academic Team Scholarship

FLAGSTAFF —  Two Coconino Community College students have been recognized for the prestigious 2019 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…

First Things First March Parenting Newsletter

March 2019 Children’s books open a world of words and ideas Read Across America celebrates the birthday of Dr. Seuss and encourages everyone to pick up a book and read with a child. No one knows more about children’s books…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for March 5 — Congrats to our Contest Winners

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook School Dance March 8th 5:30 to 7, dance ends *promptly* so please be ready to pick up your child. Don’t forget your lanyards! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this…

Museum of Northern Arizona update for March 4 — March is Arizona Archaeology and Heritage Awareness Month

It’s Archaeology Month and MNA has lots of ways to learn and celebrate. Sign yourself up for the Behind-the-Scenes Archaeology tour, come hear the history of Tim’s Cave from the man who found it, or bring the kids to STEAM…

KNAU update for March 1 — Possible Solar Outages

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 – March 1st, 2019 Possible…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Feb. 28 — 2019 Viola Awards, High Country Conference Center on March 2

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 update for Feb. 27 — CCC&Y announces 2019 Caring for Children Award winners

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019Connections Spotlight Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth announces 2019 Caring for Children Award winners   They include a policy leader who has advocated for early and developmentally…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for Feb. 27 — Register now for 2019 Recognition Event

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Our annual Recognition Event is just one week from today. We hope to see you on March 6 when we honor our workplace campaign coordinators, volunteers, partners and outgoing President & CEO Steve…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Feb. 25 — Supervisors unveil of the Grand Canyon Centennial Protection Act of 2019

February 26, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share Forward District 5 Highlights A Big…

District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Archuleta update for Feb. 21 — County Declares State of Emergency for Record Setting Storm

‌ Coconino County Board of Supervisors ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162 ‌ February 21, 2019 County Declares State of Emergency for Record Setting Storm The Coconino County Board of Supervisors are expected to affirm a…

The Literacy Center update for Feb. 20 — Mountain Spelling Bee Bash, Arizona Tax Credits, and Volunteer Opportunities!!

It’s that time of year… Mountain Spelling Bee Bash, Arizona Tax Credits, and Volunteer Opportunities!! 23rd Annual Mountain Spelling Bee Bash Save the Date and get ready for the F-U-N!  The 23rd Annual Mountain Spelling Bee Bash will be April 25th…

First Things First update for Feb. 20 — Veteran FTF Board members lauded for their expertise, insight and visionary leadership

News and happenings about First Things First February 2019 Veteran FTF Board members lauded for their expertise, insight and visionary leadership This year, three long-serving FTF Board members will complete their terms of service: Ruth Solomon, Gayle Burns and Nadine Mathis…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 20 — CAA opinion: Arizona Needs to Break Down Barriers Blocking Support for Kinship Families. See related stories here

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2019 Connections Spotlight CAA opinion: Arizona Needs to Break Down Barriers Blocking Support for Kinship Families. See related stories here   All children who live in foster care…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 18 — We want to See You at This Month’s PTO Meeting on Feb. 27

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Hope to see many of you at the PTO meeting this week! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 13 — Registration now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference on April 18

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2019 Connections Spotlight   Registration now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Conference on April 18   FLAGSTAFF— In recognition of…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Feb. 12 — County offices CLOSED in observance of Presidents’ Day

February 12, 2019 Please take a moment to read some of the latest news and upcoming events within Coconino County and it’s surrounding areas. Feel free to share this e-newsletter and encourage others to sign up! Share Forward District 5 Highlights County offices…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 11 — Final Call for Flagstaff Mall Receipts

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Mark Your Calendars! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By……

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Feb. 6 — Nominations now open for 18th Annual Arizona Out-of-School Time Awards of Excellence

Click here for the entire e-newsletter Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Feb. 6, 2019 Connections Spotlight   Nominations now open for 18th Annual Arizona Out-of-School Time Awards of Excellence   The Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence is seeking nominations for the “2019 Arizona…

Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Feb. 5 update

Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter Sharing the news throughout northern Arizona about what’s happening at your Community College. Coconino Community College: Education that works for you. Visit our website A quick word from the President Why do we use the term…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Feb. 4 — Receipt Contest Deadline Extended

“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Mark Your Calendars! If you have any more questions feel free to reply to this email and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can. Your SMS PTO This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By……