News and happenings about First Things First October 2018 Courting better outcomes for young kids in foster care As infants continue to be the largest group of children to enter foster care, it’s imperative to address the negative impact of…
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Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 16
Click here for the entire e-newsletter October 16, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Free Teen Brain Training Workshop Northern Arizona Early Childhood Symposium FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK A Taste of Flagstaff Celebraciones De La…
District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuelta update for Oct. 15 — Liz Archuleta Named Top Latino Leader
October has finally arrived and each day keeps getting colder. This month is going to be busy filled with events like: The Museum of Northern Arizona’s Celebraciones De La Gente, college night, and legal talks. Please read on for more…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Oct. 15 — Special PTO Meeting Oct. 24
Click Here for Mustang Roundup Packet Here’s all the info you need for this year’s Mustang Roundup: What’s Mustang Roundup? Mustang Roundup is our ONE AND ONLY Fundraiser of the year. This is ourBIG CHANCE to give generously to help Sinagua and raise…
CCC donates computers to The Literacy Center
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College donated six computers to The Literacy Center to help the organization continue its mission of “literacy for all.” Doug King, CCC’s Assistant Director of Client Services, said that over the past six years, CCC has…
CCC Associated Student Body gaining momentum
FLAGSTAFF — The Associated Student Body at Coconino Community College, after being inactive for a number of years, is up and running and gaining momentum. And the new officers are looking for all students to become aware of the ASB and…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 9
Click here for the entire e-newsletter October 9, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK Celebraciones De La Gente Trick Or Treat Monster Meet Warner’s Fall Festival Free Cosmic Bowling Free…
ECoNA update for Oct. 9 — Film on Oct. 17 illustrates teaching challenge in AZ
For many years, Arizona has been in the grips of a severe teacher shortage. A recent survey of school personnel administrators shows that 1 in 4 teaching vacancies remain unfilled. Meanwhile, an August report in the Arizona Republic noted that since…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Oct. 8
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook As always, let us know if you have any questions. Your SMS PTO Click here to check out the new PTO website – now updated weekly! This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored By… Key Links: SMS School Website…
March For Our Lives Arizona Launches Month-Long Get Out The Vote Effort in Flagstaff, Phoenix, Tucson
PHOENIX, TUCSON, AND FLAGSTAFF — March For Our Lives Arizona will kick off a month-long get out the vote effort. This Month of Action consists of voter registration, phone-banking, canvassing, and volunteering for local candidates. March For Our Lives Arizona is…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Oct. 4
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth October 4, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Candidates address youth education, child welfare issues with…
First Things First update for Oct. 3 — Not just a theory: Block play helps build STEM skills
October 2018 Not just a theory: Block play helps build STEM skills Young Albert Einstein spent a lot of time playing with blocks. It sparked his imagination and helped develop his scientific mind. While there’s no guarantee your little one…
United Way of Northern Arizona update for Oct. 2: How the Community Impact Fund is Changing Lives
Click here for the entire e-newsletter DONATE HERE At the heart of the United Way of Northern Arizona’s annual campaign is the Community Impact Fund, a volunteer-driven process that invests your donations into the proven programs, partnerships and initiatives that are…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Oct. 2
Click here for the entire e-newsletter October 2, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Stitching by the Books LEGO Club A Taste of Flagstaff FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK Steps for Becoming a Foster Parent…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Oct. 1
Mustang Roundup – October 1, 2018 “Like” SMS PTO on Facebook As always, let us know if you have any questions. Your SMS PTO Click here to check out the new PTO website – now updated weekly! This Week’s Newsletter Sponsored…
Oct. 31 — City of Flagstaff to celebrate Halloween Harvest
FLAGSTAFF — The city of Flagstaff Parks and Recreation department and the Downtown Business Alliance are hosting the annual Halloween Harvest on Oct. 31 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Heritage Square. Halloween Harvest was voted “Most Outstanding Community Event”…
Día de los Muertos Celebration to be held Nov. 3 at Killip Elementary School
FLAGSTAFF – Hermanas, United for Change will present a Día de los Muertos Celebration from 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 3 at the WF Killip Elementary School Gymnasium, 2300 E. 6th Ave., Flagstaff. Sponsored by WF Killip Elementary School, the Coconino…
Oct. 25 — Coconino Community College to present ‘Ofrenda 101’ with Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces
FLAGSTAFF — Coconino Community College will present “Ofrenda 101,” featuring a display and discussion of an altar as part of upcoming Día de los Muertos celebrations, from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25 at the Lone Tree campus Commons…
Oct. 24 — Sinagua Middle School PTO meeting
TOMORROW NIGHT – Don’t Forget! 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…
KNAU update for Sept. 28
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 – September 28th, 2018 Pledge…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth provides opportunities for candidates to address youth education and child welfare issues
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 27, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Candidates address youth education, child welfare issues with…
LAUNCH Flagstaff update for September
ADVANCING WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION This month I am pleased to share with you the amazing work of our partners, the renewal of broad community support for the infrastructure of LAUNCH Flagstaff, and a sneak peak of the Flagstaff premier screening of the documentary film Teaching in…
Flagstaff Festival of Science update of Sept. 26 — Thursday events
Get Program/Passport› Support the Festival › The 2018 Flagstaff Festival of Science is here! Here is a brief overview of some of Thursday’s events. Go to theprogram for the full listing, and remember, everything is free! Science Talks How Microbes Affect…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 25
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 25, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Service organizations play important role in supporting early learning Flagstaff Foster, Kinship & Adoption Support Group to meet on Oct. 14 Arizona’s Children Association…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 24
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Bond & Override Information Click the image to the left for a short video with details about the upcoming Bond and Override vote and plans to fund FUSD. As always, let us know if you…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth provides opportunities for candidates to address youth education and child welfare issues
Questionnaire webpage provides voters opportunity for one-stop information COCONINO COUNTY — Candidates running for elected office throughout Coconino County are encouraged to take advantage of an opportunity to get their message out to potential voters on youth education and child welfare…
Sedona Arts Center update for Sept. 21 — ‘Painting for all Levels’ by Gretchen Lopez
Upcoming at Sedona Arts Center Meet us at Winefest! Artists’ Paint Out at Sedona Winefest Sunday, September 23, 2018 Noon to 2 pm Visit Sedona Winefest on Sunday, September 23 from noon to 2 pm to see Sedona Arts Center…
KNAU update for Sept. 21
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 – September 21st, 2018 Pledge…
Flagstaff Festival of Science update for Sept. 21
Get Festival Program/Passport› Support the Festival › The 2018 Flagstaff Festival of Science Starts Today! Here is a brief overview of some of this weekend’s events. Go to the program for the full listing, and remember, everything is free! W. L. Gore…
CCC Volunteer program at Grand Canyon begins Sept. 21
FLAGSTAFF — The National Park Service and Coconino Community College have partnered for a Volunteer Training Program at Grand Canyon National Park. The program, which exposes volunteers to many aspects of the work by the National Park Service in the Grand…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Sept. 20
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 Sept. 20
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 20, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates September — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…
Flagstaff STEM City update for Sept. 19
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 19th, 2018 The best 10 days of the year are almost here!!! Over 100 activities, all free! Be sure you don’t miss out on any of the action (some events may require reservations). Click here for…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 18
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 18, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Meet Me Downtown Flagstaff A Taste of Flagstaff Neurosequential Model of Caregiving Training Early Childhood Fair Festival of Science: Science in the Park Cornucopia Festival…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 17
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook As always, let us know if you have any questions. Your SMS PTO Click here to check out the new PTO website – now updated weekly! Key Links: SMS School Website School Apparel Store FUSD Newsletter…
Local First ARIZONA Foundation update for Sept. 17
Pinetop-Lakeside Weekendzona: Escape to the White Mountains If you are in need of an Autumn getaway, you should join us in Pinetop-Lakeside for an exclusive weekend trip and leave the planning to us! You will be horseback riding, attending the…
First Things First update for Sept. 17 — 2018 Annual Report
Click here for more information News and happenings about First Things First September 2018 Annual Report Details Impact of Arizona’s Early Childhood Investments The number of children with access to quality early learning has doubled. Thousands of families have…
Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence update for Sept. 17
Click here for the entire e-newsletter STEM in OST Program Directory Resources Events Are you hungry for new ideas and resources to use in your Out-of-School Time program? Announcing the Professional Development Workshops for the School’s Out, Make it Count…
District 2 Supervisor Elizabeth ‘Liz’Archuleta: Be A Part of Shaping The Future of Parks And Recreation
Coconino County Government ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162 September 14, 2018 Be A Part of Shaping The Future of Parks And Recreation Coconino Parks and Recreation Needs Your Input Coconino County Parks and…
Flagstaff Festival of Science update for Sept. 14
The 2018 Flagstaff Festival of Science, Accelerating into the Future, will explore the astounding changes our lives may take in the next few years. The FREE, award-winning 10-day Festival, Sept. 21 – 30, 2018, will showcase signature events such as Science…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 13
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 13, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates September — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…
Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Sept. 12
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…
AARP Arizona Hispanic Connection Sept. 12 update — ‘EDUCATION – Student Loan Debt, FAFSA, Scholarships’
Dear friend and partner, greetings! The subject of our radio program on Sept. 12 is: “EDUCATION – Student Loan Debt, FAFSA, Scholarships” You can can here the program on Facebook HERE Programs of all our radio shows can be accessed on Facebook,…
Science Happens Here Expands to Verde Valley to Teach Kids about Science Happening in Our Everyday Lives
COTTONWOOD — Local First Arizona Foundation and the Arizona SciTech Festival are bringing Science Happens Here to the Verde Valley this school year. Science Happens Here is a program designed to advance STEM education in rural Arizona, launching first in Safford…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 11
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 11, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News A Taste of Flagstaff LEGO Club Stitching by the Books Unplugged Cosmic Family Time Early Childhood Fair Neurosequential Model of Caregiving Training Unleashing the…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 10
“Like” SMS PTO on Facebook As always, let us know if you have any questions. Your SMS PTO Click here to check out the new PTO website – now updated weekly! Key Links: SMS School Website School Apparel Store FUSD Newsletter…
LAUNCH Flagstaff Selected for Read On Arizona Acceleration Zone Project
Advancing World-Class Education LAUNCH Flagstaff Selected for Read On Arizona Acceleration Zone Project FLAGSTAFF September 6, 2018 Read On Arizona, thanks to partial funding and support provided by the Arizona Community Foundation and the Arizona Department of Education Early Childhood…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Sept. 6
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth September 6, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates September — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…
STEM City update for Sept. 5
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 5, 2018 Resource Library for Educators Did you know that the Coconino County Education Service Agency (CCESA) has a resource library for educators? Educators are able to check-out professional reading materials, science equipment, STEM…
First Things First update for Sept. 5
September 2018 Givers of a bright future Our new awareness campaign highlights that babies, toddlers and preschoolers learn and grow through their relationships with the caring adults in their lives. That’s parents, of course, and also grandparents, friends, family and child…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 5
It has come to our attention that there was an error in your weekly newsletter on Monday. Please note that the next PTO Meeting is Wednesday September 19th (not the 15th) at 5:15 in the commons. We’re sorry for any confusion and…
Northern Arizona Interfaith Council update for Sept. 5
Good Morning NAIC Leaders, We are almost exactly two months away from our Midterm Elections 2018 and much must be done to ensure everyone powerfully flexes their voting muscles at the local, state, and national level. Those same muscles need to be…
CCC students get 4-1-1 on resources
FLAGSTAFF — Starting college for the first time, or returning to college after a long break can be a daunting prospect for students. Coconino Community College helps to relieve some of that anxiety by getting students familiar with the resources available…
LAUNCH Flagstaff update for Sept. 4
ADVANCING WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION Summer 2018 has drawn to an “official” close so this is a wonderful opportunity to recap the work the partners of LAUNCH have accomplished during the summer break. I’ve recapped some of those highlight below. I’ve also…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 4
Click here for the entire e-newsletter September 4, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Call for Submissions: Fall 2018 Navajo Nation Early Childhood Newsletter Back-To-School Night Walk to Fight Suicide Early Childhood Fair FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 3
We Need Volunteers! Progress reports are coming out soon and we are looking for as many people as possible to come stuff envelopes. The more people the faster it will go so please give just a couple hours of your…
Oct. 5 — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces presents annual Sugar Skull Workshop at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cultural Center ‘The Basement’
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces will present its annual Sugar Skull-making workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Cultural Arts Center “The Basement,” 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Come learn the…
Through Oct. 19 — NAU Latin American Film Series
FLAGSTAFF — The NAU Latin American Film Series will take place through Oct. 19 in Liberal Arts (Bldg. 18), Room, Northern Arizona University. This film series is presented by Latin American Studies and is funded by a grant from Spanish Film Club and…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Aug. 30
Click here for the entire e-newsletter EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth August 30, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Expect More Arizona Vote4Education resources Upcoming Dates Aug. — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events…
Expect More Arizona update for Aug. 30
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…