Category: Youth

Guest commentary: Four tips to help prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s young kids

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month Flagstaff  — Parents and caregivers are the first defense in helping prevent tooth decay in Arizona’s youngest children. February is National Children’s Dental Health month, which promotes the benefits of good oral health. Left…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Feb. 7

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Don’t Forget your Flu Shot! 4 Tips to Help Prevent…

Latino News Notes: American Immigration Council

New Immigration Court Directive Could Weaken Due Process The Trump administration released a memorandum this week–effective immediately–which orders the Department of Justice Executive Office for Immigration Review (which manages the immigration courts) to prioritize deportation hearings for certain groups, including…

NAU update for Feb. 2

NAU president invites Lumberjack community to celebrate Black History Month San Manuel Band of Mission Indians donates $1 million to NAU NAU scientist uses remote sensing technologies to detect groundwater in drought-stricken East Africa NAU Athletics honors girls and women…

Feb. 14 — Information event at NAU to focus on bill to restrict on campus living students ability from registering to vote

FLAGSTAFF — An information event at NAU to focus on bill to restrict on campus living students ability from registering to vote will be held from noon to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at the NAU University Union. “Our Rep. Bob…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 26

Click here to see the latest newsletter.   Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Feb. 2, Page Unified School District…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 24

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Save the Date! Child Abuse Prevention Conference! Holiday Star Fest…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Jan. 17

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Foster Community, Kindness in the New Year Crazy 8s Club…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 12

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates January, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events January, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events January, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events   Education Spotlight   FUSD January…

Feb. 4 — Build Bridges, Not Walls! A Rally for Compassionate Immigration Policies

FLAGSTAFF — The Immigration Awareness Series invites you to “Build Bridges, Not Walls! A Rally for Compassionate Immigration Policies.” In the politically divisive atmosphere in our state and nation, immigrants, both documented and undocumented, are bearing the brunt of nationalistic…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Dec. 29

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Upcoming Dates December, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events December, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming events Education Spotlight   Expect More Arizona:…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Dec. 13

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News Flagstaff Public Library Events and Calendar for December Bringing Hope…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Dec. 1

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates December, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events December, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events December, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming…

NAU update for Nov. 30

NAU ecologist’s predictions reach 9 million readers of popular science publication NAU’s American Indian School Leadership program earns $1.2 DOE grant award Bald, bright and beautiful—NAU joins UA and Lowell to unveil asteroid characteristics NAU fall commencement nears NAU moves…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Nov. 24

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates November, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events November, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events November, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events November, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming…

NAU update for Nov. 17

NAU graduating seniors earn distinguished awards NAU, UA health profession students collaborate to improve patient care AU student-athletes continue to graduate at a high rate NAU Holiday Arts and Crafts Fair benefits United Way NAU men’s cross country seeks NCAA…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Nov. 17

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates November, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events November, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events November, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events November, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming…

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

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Check Out the Latest News NewPac Fibre is Recruiting – Will be On-Site…

NAU students get hands-on lesson on making tamales

    FLAGSTAFF — It’s not only the aroma of roasting turkey that will soon be in the air. Tamales of all kinds will soon be cooking in large metal pots across Northern Arizona. Hoping to get a head start…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Nov. 3

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates November, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events November, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events November, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events November, Tuba City Public Library announces upcoming…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Nov. 1

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Arizona @ Work November Calendar Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona will Host Annual 5k at…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Oct. 6

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates October, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October, East Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events October, Page Public Library announces upcoming children’s events October, Page Public Library announces upcoming teen events October, Tuba…

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The Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ is now available in a growing number of locations throughout Northern Arizona. Want a free link to your business’ or organization’s website? Sign up to be a distribution point for AmigosNAZ…

Willow Bend: Frances Short Pond Bioblitz a HUGE success!

FLAGSTAFF — On September 27th Rocky Mountain Research Station, Willow Bend Environmental Education Center, Friends of the Rio de Flag, and multiple other partners organized a Bioblitz at Frances Short Pond. Stations were set up around the pond that collected information…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Sept. 27

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Sci Fest: Picking up STEAM: September 29th Healthy Living Workshop: September 30th Saturday Studio for Kids Starting…

Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for Sept. 26

FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Greetings! The volleyball schedule is out!  Click here to see. Stay updated about Cross Country events at the website. Here is the Flagstaff Library September Calendar of events.…

Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ now available throughout the region

The Hispanic Heritage Month special newsprint edition of AmigosNAZ is now available in a number of locations throughout Northern Arizona. Please see our list of growing distribution locations below. Also, send an email to fmoraga@amigosnaz.com if you wish to become a distribution…

In the News: FALA Volunteer Corps

FALA Volunteer Corps |  Our Mission Our group is new, and as such, most of our followers haven’t gotten an opportunity to learn WHY we exist.  In short, we love community and the arts, and believe in this school! Our…

Mountain Line, CCC partner in free bus pass program

FLAGSTAFF — The Northern Arizona Intergovernmental Public Transportation Authority (NAIPTA) and Coconino Community College (CCC) boards of directors have entered into a one-year agreement to provide Mountain Line transit passes to all CCC students and employees. This pilot program, which…

Coconino County Health District warns against mosquito-borne illnesses

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is reminding residents and visitors to Northern Arizona to take precautions to protect themselves from mosquito-borne illnesses. The abundance of rain during monsoon season has increased mosquito activity. The CCPHSD Environmental…

NAU update for Aug. 25

NAU welcomes new and returning Lumberjacks New NAU visitor center opens in Prescott Valley Autopsies reveal new information about the Sverdlovsk anthrax accident Construction continues on north campus pedway, phase one complete Reminder: NAU is now tobacco-free Spotlight: Jut Wynne • Brandon…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Aug. 25

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents   CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates August, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events August, Page Public Library announces upcoming events August, Tuba City Library announces upcoming events Through August 29, Free ‘Lowell Observatory Camps for…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 23

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Weekly Update. Click here to see the latest newsletter Last Movies on the Square: Hotel Transylvania 1 & 2 TLC Support Group at Killip – August…

NAU update for Aug. 18

High school students learn summer lessons at Northern Arizona University Michael Smith named director of NAU Cross Country and Track and Field Annual abandoned bike sale set for Friday, Aug. 26 Spotlight: Eric Yordy • Talima Pearson and Paul Keim • Bill Carter Read all…

Coconino County Public Health Officials urge caution due to increase in Cryptosporidium

The Coconino County Public Health Services District (CCPHSD) is advising the public to take precautions due to an increase in Cryptosporidium (Crypto) in Coconino County. Cryptosporidiosis, a diarrheal illness caused by a parasite Cryptosporidium. Cryptosporidium can be caused by germs…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Aug. 18

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Upcoming Dates August, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events August, Page Public Library announces upcoming events August, Tuba City Library announces upcoming events Through August 29, Free ‘Lowell Observatory Camps for Kids…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 16

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 16 Click here to see the latest newsletter Thunder Over Flagstaff: August 27th Children’s Music and Arts Festival: August 20th Movies on the Square: The…

AmigosNAZ to publish Hispanic Heritage Month Special Edition

  FLAGSTAFF — AmigosNAZ is accepting advertising orders and local community news for its Hispanic Heritage Month Special Edition. While many think of Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 through Oct. 15) as a time to attend cultural celebrations, it is also…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 9

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 9 Click here to see the latest newsletter 2016 Voting Records Coming Soon Preparing your child for kindergarten success starts early Family Game Day Thunder…

Flagstaff STEM City guest blog — Upward Bound at NAU

STEM City Stories Guest Blog by Karin Wadsack, Project Director, Northern Arizona University Northern Arizona University’s Dynamic and Active Systems Lab (DASL) in the department of mechanical engineering partnered with the NAU Upward Bound summer program to engage high school students in university…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Aug. 4

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates August, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events August, Page Public Library announces upcoming events August, Tuba City Library announces upcoming events August 5-7, Flagstaff…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 2

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for Aug. 2 Click here to see the latest newsletter Arizona @ Work August Calendar Movies on the Square: Zootopia (August 6th) Individuals In Need of Dental…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for July 28

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates July, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events July, Page Public Library announces upcoming events Through August 29, Free ‘Lowell Observatory Camps for Kids…

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

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 26 Click here to see the latest newsletter Children’s Music and Arts Festival Ice Cream Skate – July 30th Movies on the Square: Despicable Me (July…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 19

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 19 Click here to see the latest newsletter Expect More Arizona: Support Education By Making Your Voice Heard How the Every Student Succeeds Act will…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 12

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for July 12 Click here to see the latest newsletter Suddenlink / Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce seeking volunteers for the Teacher Supply Drive Movies on the…

Girls on the Run Seeking Coaches

Girls on the Run of Northern Arizona is looking for Coaches!! Are you passionate about healthy living, empowering girls to be their best, brightest selves, and giving back to your community?! If so, Coaching for Girls on the Run might…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for July 7

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates July, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events July, Page Public Library announces upcoming events July 16, Flagstaff Back-to-School & Community Health Fair July…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces celebrates ‘2016 Summertime Tardeada’

FLAGSTAFF — Even a little rain could not deter the celebrants and entertainers at the third annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada — Mariachi and Folklorico Festival” held Saturday, June 25 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Presented by Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces, the event…

Q&A with 2016 Coconino First Things First Champion for Young Children Theresa Kulpinski

By First Things First Theresa Kulpinski has been selected as the 2016 Coconino First Things First Champion for Young Children. The award is given to local champions who actively volunteer their time to raise public awareness of the importance of early…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for June 28

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for June 28 Click here to see the latest newsletter CCC&Y Survey Open until June 30th Asteroid Day at Meteor Crater Fireworks: Lights on the Lawn Next Foster…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for June 21

COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for June 21 Click here to see the latest newsletter CCC&Y Survey Open until June 30th Looking for Parade Volunteers & Walkers for 4th of July Parade –…

Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present 2016 Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada Mariachi & Folklorico Festival on June 25

Mariachi Mass to be held Sunday, June 26 at San Francisco de Asis Catholic Church FLAGSTAFF — To celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots, Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invite the public to attend its third…

Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for June 2

Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates June, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events Through June 3, FLG Code Camp Registration July 16, Flagstaff Back-to-School & Community Health Fair Through…