Category: Youth

Rook takes knight for science at CCC

FLAGSTAFF — Shantia Nez, 12, seventh-grader from Kaibeto Boarding School, concentrated on her opponent’s move. Bishop overpowered pawn. “I like the curiosity of what’s going to happen next,” Nez said. Nez was one of more than 70 players at the…

Sedona Arts Center update for Feb. 1 — Join us (Feb. 1): Raffle Drawing at 7:00pm!

Join us tonight: Raffle Drawing at 7:00pm! Artists Reception February 1, from 5 to 8pm Sedona Arts Center is hosting an extraordinary legacy art exhibition in their Fine Art Gallery from February 1 through February 26, 2019. Featured artists include:…

2019 Coconino County Spelling BEE on Feb. 9

Coconino County students will vie for top spelling honors during the 2019 Coconino County Spelling BEE.  The 21 spellers will begin competing at 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 9, at Coconino High School located at 2801 N. Izabel St. in Flagstaff.…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Jan. 30 — ASU Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholars Accepting Fall 2019 Applications

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Jan. 30, 2019Connections Spotlight ASU Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholars Accepting Fall 2019 Applications The Nina Scholars program at Arizona State University is now accepting applications for students admitted for…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 28 — New Grading System

Mustang Roundup – January 28, 2019 “Like” SMS PTO on Facebook Thanks to everyone who came out to the PTO meeting last week! Principal Popham spent some time walking everyone through the new grading system and clarifying questions. You can…

CCC receives $1 million grant from Del E. Webb Foundation to upgrade construction facility, programs

FLAGSTAFF — Thanks to a $1 million grant awarded last week from the Del E. Webb Foundation, Coconino Community College’s Construction Technology Management program will be getting a makeover to help the College meet construction industry demands in the county for…

CCC students explore interests at Clubs and Organizations Fair

FLAGSTAFF — Students like Lacey Bienz flocked to the Clubs and Organizations Fair Wednesday, Jan. 23, held every semester at Coconino Community College. The fair helps students connect to their interests with 13 different groups. Among the Clubs and Organizations…

KNAU update for Jan. 25 — Love Public Radio Week is coming February 10th-16th

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 – January 25th, 2019 Possible…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Jan. 24

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 storefronts,…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth update for Jan. 23 — Deadline approaching (Jan. 30) for the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Caring for Children Awards

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Jan. 23, 2019 Connections Spotlight Deadline approaching (Jan. 30) for the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Caring for Children Awards COCONINO COUNTY — Do you know someone in Coconino…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Jan. 23 — Supervisor Lena Fowler attends the TCRHCC Grand Opening for new Oncology Center

    January 22, 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…

Sedona Arts Center update for Jan. 21 — Call to Artists — 39th annual members exhibition and sale

Click here for the entire e-newsletter Call to Artists! 39th Annual Member’s Exhibition 39th Annual Juried Members’ Exhibition & Sale March 1–31, 2019 PROSPECTUSArtists of all levels, working in all mediums are invited to enter into our Annual Juried Member’s…

U.S. Rep. Tom O’Halleran update for Jan. 18 — REMINDER: My offices are open during the government shutdown

WEBSITE | MEET TOM | CONTACT | ISSUES | NEWSROOM | HELPING YOU As this unfortunate, reckless shutdown continues, hardworking border patrol agents, corrections officers, park service employees, and thousands of other Arizonans are working without a paycheck until the…

NAU hosts MLK day celebration on Jan. 21

Courtesy photo. Northern Arizona University remembers the life and work of Martin Luther King Jr. with its annual day of celebration and service on Monday, Jan. 21. Though the university is officially closed for the holiday, the campus will be…

LAUNCH Flagstaff update for Jan. 18 — Collective Impact with Collaborative Action

Click here for the entire e-newsletter See previous updates here: The Cradle Through Career Continuum Our Impact Why does LAUNCH Flagstaff exist?   When it comes to cradle through career educational experiences, Flagstaff is program rich and infrastructure poor.  We have…

Sedona Arts Center update for Jan. 18 — Schall/Waddell Jazz and Concert Receptions Jan. 19 and Jan. 22

COMING UP AT SEDONA ARTS CENTER Schall/Waddell Jazz and Concert Receptions January 19 / 5–7pm and January 22 4-6 pm Join us for a special encounter between different art forms as we celebrate sculpture, painting and music in two unique…

First Things First: Call for Proposals – Early Childhood Summit 2019

First Things First is seeking proposals for breakout sessions to be presented at the 2019 Early Childhood Summit. The Summit brings together early childhood professionals, stakeholders and supporters to learn, share and grow. Summit breakout sessions present best practices, innovative and evidence-based approaches…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Jan. 16 — Flagstaff BrewHaHa, High Country Conference Center on Jan. 19

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 Jan. 16 — First Things First: Chores serve as learning moments for toddlers and preschoolers

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Jan. 16, 2019 Connections Spotlight First Things First — Chores serve as learning moments for toddlers and preschoolers As 2019 begins, millions of Americans set goals for themselves on things…

District 5 Supervisor Lena Fowler’s update for Jan. 15 — Coconino County honors Supervisor Lena Fowler for 10 years of service

    January 15, 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…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Jan. 14 — Next PTO Meeting Super Bowl Potluck on Jan. 23

“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…

Supervisors recognize Fourth Grade Water Ethic Contest winners

FLAGSTAFF — Art submissions are utilized for promoting water stewardship throughout northern Arizona. Posters are created for classrooms, events, presentations and are developed into bathroom water awareness signs. The Coconino County Board of Supervisors, the Coconino County Sustainable Building Program, the…

The Comet update for Jan. 11 — Coconino Community College’s Stellar Newsletter

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 As with many of you, I…

Guest commentary: Chores serve as learning moments for toddlers and preschoolers

FLAGSTAFF — As 2019 begins, millions of Americans set goals for themselves on things they would like to do or improve this year. For parents and caregivers of toddlers and preschoolers, this New Year’s tradition offers a wonderful opportunity to expand…

Expect More Arizona update for Jan. 10 — New Report Outlines Vision, Priorities for Education Funding

We recently shared new poll results that show education funding remains a top concern among Arizona voters. In response to the ongoing and increasing need to address education funding in Arizona, representatives of more than 80 education, business and community organizations…

Flagstaff Convention & Visitors Bureau update for Jan. 10 — Night at the Museum: Centennials Cocktail Party, Pioneer Museum on Jan. 11

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 Jan. 9 — Child advocate (and CCC&Y board member) Lina Wallen named Female Citizen of the Year

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Weekly Newsletter Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2019 Connections Spotlight Child advocate (and CCC&Y board member) Lina Wallen named Female Citizen of the Year Lina Wallen did not believe it when she received a call…

Feb. 13 — FUSD to hold rescheduled Kindergarten Registration

FLAGSTAFF — To assist families with the registration process, Flagstaff Unified School District elementary schools will be hosting Kindergarten Registration on February 13th from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at all District elementary schools.  The event had to be rescheduled due to…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Dec. 28 — Nominations now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Caring for Children Awards

Click here  for the entire e-newsletter   Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth Connect.  Inspire.  Engage.  Act. Is this email displaying correctly? If not, view this email in your browser EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth December…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Dec. 26

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   December 26, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Meet Me Downtown Flagstaff Free Parenting Workshop! Skate at the Station Read To Me Storytime Science Saturday: Water, Snow, & Ice Noon Year’s Eve…

District 2 Supervisor Liz Archuelta update for Dec. 21 — Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from District 2 and our families to yours

‌ Coconino County Board of Supervisors ELIZABETH “LIZ” ARCHULETA Supervisor, District 2 larchuleta@coconino.az.gov Phone: (928) 679-7162 ‌ December 21, 2018 Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from District 2 and our families to yours. Christmas time is oh so near…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Dec. 21 — Nominations now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Caring for Children Awards

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth December 21, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates December — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events December — Page Public Library announces…

Expect More Arizona update for Dec. 21 — Momentum continues to build around the Arizona Education Progress Meter

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Winter 2018 Momentum continues to build around the Arizona Education Progress Meter which is serving as a catalyst in driving conversations and action across the state. To date, 44 local governments have issued…

Nominations now open for Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Caring for Children Awards

COCONINO COUNTY— Do you know someone in Coconino County who makes a difference in the lives of children? Nominations are now open for the 2019 Caring for Children Awards, recognizing outstanding individuals from throughout Coconino County who work to make…

Pew Research Center’s Hispanic Trends update for Dec. 21 — U.S. unauthorized immigrant total dips to lowest level in a decade

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Hispanic Trends December 21, 2018 U.S. unauthorized immigrant total dips to lowest level in a decade The number of unauthorized immigrants in the U.S. fell to its lowest level in more than a…

United Way of Northern Arizona update for Dec. 19 — Help Keep Dolly Parton Imagination Library in Northern Arizona for Another Year

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   Greetings!  I hope you and your nearest and dearest are enjoying a wonderful holiday season. I wanted to reach out to you personally to ask for your support to sustain the Dolly Parton…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Dec. 18

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   December 18, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Steps for Becoming a Foster Parent Santa Saturdays at Aspen Place at the Sawmill Skate at the Station FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff…

First Things First update for Dec. 17 — Help families find early childhood programs in your Arizona community

News and happenings about First Things First December 2018 Help families find early childhood programs in your Arizona community First Things First’s new Find Programs tool is an easy way for you to help parents, grandparents and other caregivers search…

Downtown Flagstaff brightens up with 2018 Holiday Parade of Lights

  Photos by Frank X. Moraga / ©2018 AmigosNAZ.com FLAGSTAFF — Dozens of local businesses, nonprofit organizations, schools, public safety and other agencies took part in the 2018 Vora Financial Holiday Parade of Lights, held Dec. 8 in downtown Flagstaff. Joining…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Dec. 14

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth December 14, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents   CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates December — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events December — Page Public Library…

Community steps up to help CCC Food Pantry

FLAGSTAFF — When the word went out that the food pantry for students at Coconino Community College was running a little low on supplies, community members got busy. In no time, the pantry was full, and staff had to find more…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Dec. 7

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

The Comet — Coconino Community College’s Steller Newsletter update for December

December 1, 2018 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 I sometimes think that…

First Things First update for Dec. 5 — NEW! Find early childhood programs near you

December 2018 NEW! Find early childhood programs near you First Things First supports programs in communities across Arizona through grants to community organizations that provide services—at no cost—for young children from birth to age 5 and their families. Search by…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Dec. 4

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   December 4, 2018 Edition Check Out the Latest News Preschool Camp – Space Travel: Europa And Titan FREE Suicide prevention Workshops in Flagstaff – SafeTALK Winter Movie Series Holiday Parade of Lights Breakfast…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Dec. 3 — Christmas Shopping? Turn in your receipts from Flagstaff Mall

“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… Key Links: SMS…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth education update for Nov. 30

Click here for the entire e-newsletter   EDUCATION UPDATES From Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth November 30, 2018 Edition Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates December — Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events December — Page Public Library announces…

Expect More Arizona update for Nov. 29 — Flagstaff’s San Francisco de Asis Catholic School Bolsters Preschool Program

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…