Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Updated — Summer (camps) Almost Here Upcoming Dates May Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events May, Page Public Library announces upcoming events May, Page Public Library announces upcoming events for teens,…
Category: Youth
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 24
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 24 Click here to see the latest newsletter. Flagstaff Youth Investment KidsCare Accepting Applications July 26 Free Training on Infant Mental Health Prop 123 Passes –…
Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Inc. to present 21st annual Fiesta de Mayo on May 19-22
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association Inc. will present its 21st annual Fiesta de Mayo on May 19-22 at 2532 E. 7th Ave. at the Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños. The Carnival will be held Thursday and…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 9
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Outreach and Programs Update for May 9 Click here to see the latest newsletter. Pregnancy & Postpartum Wellness Group for Women: May 11th Next Kinship Workshop: May 12th Page Public Library…
NAU update for May 4
Northern Arizona University update for May 4: NAU brightens sustainable outlook with major solar panel agreement Celebrating the class of 2016 NAU signs MOU with CETYS for educational opportunities across the border NAU Fulbright student scholars awarded opportunities abroad Chief…
Bilingual report — Civic Academy: ‘I am an Immigrant and I Want to Go to College’ program to be held May 4
FLAGSTAFF — The Northern Arizona Interfaith Council will present the Civic Academy: “I am an Immigrant and I Want to Go to College” program at 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 4 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 224 S. Kendrick St.,…
NAU update for April 27
Northern Arizona University update for April 27: Outstanding seniors earn top honors Humanities professor recognized for scholarship Two Flinn Scholars to call NAU Flagstaff ‘home’ Public Affairs seeks input on NAU News Student-athletes exceed NCAA academic standards NAU researchers, computers…
Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 25
FLAGSTAFF — Sinagua Middle School Parent Teacher Organization update for April 25. Click here to see the latest newsletter. This week is College Week at SMS to get kids thinking about opportunities available to them after high school. They will be participating…
Bilingual report: Third Annual Killip Kindness Run/Walk 2K, 5K set for April 30
FLAGSTAFF — The Third Annual Killip Kindness Run/Walk 2K, 5K will be held Saturday, April 30 at the Coconino High School track. $5 suggested donation or canned food items All donations will go to the Flagstaff Family Food Center Wear your…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 24
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 24. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit March, Page Public Library announces upcoming events March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March 26, STEAM Early…
Early literacy starts before babies can talk
By Sam Leyvas / First Things First Every year, throughout March, classrooms across the nation celebrate the birthday of famed children’s author Dr. Seuss by hosting reading events for elementary school children. Did you know that early literacy starts way…
MEChA de NAU to present César Chávez Week March 30 through April 5
FLAGSTAFF — MEChA de NAU to present César Chávez Week March 30 through April 5. **Events free to NAU Students and Flagstaff Community** Wednesday March 30th: Gallery Day 1 Time: 6-8pm Location: LEADS Center (NAU Campus) Thursday March 31st: Gallery…
2016 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Kickoff Luncheon & Educational Conference to be held March 31
FLAGSTAFF — In recognition of April as Child Abuse Prevention Month, CCC&Y will present the 2016 Annual Educational Conference — “Strengthening Ourselves, Strengthening Our Practice,” and the 2016 Annual Kickoff Luncheon Fundraiser, on Thursday, March 31 at the Doubletree by Hilton, 1175 Historic Rte. 66, Flagstaff. Nationally recognized speaker…
Northern Arizona University proposal protects tuition Pledge, streamlines fees
Northern Arizona University’s proposed tuition and mandatory fees for the 2016-17 academic year maintain the Pledge guaranteed tuition program, resulting in no tuition increase for 96 percent of continuing undergraduate students on the Flagstaff campus. “We hold true to our…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Advocacy, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Programs Update for March 15
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Action, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Programs Update for March 15. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Dance Party at the Flagstaff Public Library: March 16th Pollinators and their Partners Workshop Save The Date: The…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 10
COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for March 10. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit March, Page Public Library announces upcoming events March, Flagstaff Public Library announces upcoming events March 26, STEAM Early…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Advocacy, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Programs Update for March 1
— CCC&Y COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Advocacy, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Programs Update for March 1. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Spring Break Circus Camp – 2 More Weeks! Flagstaff Public Library Events for March Upcoming Lunch…
Bilingual report: Tell us about your child’s health
Dear Parent/Guardian, The Arizona Department of Health Services has asked the Coconino County Public Health Services District for assistance in learning more about our children’s health. Children are our greatest resource and we care very much about their having access…
Flagstaff Public Schools to hold Kindergarten Open House & Registration on Feb. 24
FLAGSTAFF — Flagstaff Unified School District (FUSD) elementary schools are hosting Kindergarten Open House and Registration events for incoming kindergarten students and their families on Wednesday, February 24th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Students entering kindergarten in summer 2016 must…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 11
— CCC&Y COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Feb. 11. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Resources for Parents, CCC&Y’s Parent Tool Kit Feb. 24, FUSD to hold Kindergarten Registration March 7, 3rd Annual Flagstaff Community STEM…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Advocacy, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Programs Update for Feb. 2
— CCC&Y COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Advocacy, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Programs Update for Feb. 2. Click here to see the latest newsletter. FINAL REMINDER: Nominations Due for the 2016 Caring for Children Awards – Feb. For the Love…
Coconino Community College to hold Scholarship Seminar on Feb. 23
FLAGSTAFF — Scholarship season has begun and Coconino Community College would like to help students secure scholarship funding for the 2016-17 academic year. Representatives from the CCC Financial Aid Department and the Arizona Community Foundation will guide students through the process…
Canceled: Speak Up On Student Housing to hold roundtable discussion on student housing on Feb. 1
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future FLAGSTAFF — Due to the snowy weather forecast for the day, tonight’s Speak Up panel on student housing has been canceled. We are currently working to reschedule the event and will let you know as soon…
Sunnyside Drug-Free Awareness & Education Coalition seeking vendors for inaugural ‘Springing Youth & Families Forward Event’ on March 5
FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Drug-Free Awareness & Education Coalition is seeking vendors for its inaugural ‘Springing Youth & Families Forward Event’ from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 5 at the Sunnyside Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños,…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 28
— CCC&Y COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Education Update for Jan. 28. Click here to see the latest newsletter. Fredonia Elementary receives National Park Foundation grant Students, community leaders share their vision for Flagstaff in 2050…
NAU’s President’s Corner
A message from Rita Hartung Cheng The new year has gotten off to a running start, and this week we visited with elected officials as the Legislature began public hearings on the budget. We appreciate Governor Ducey’s budget recommendation to begin to…
Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Advocacy, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Programs Update for Jan. 26
— CCC&Y COCONINO COUNTY — Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth — Advocacy, Child Welfare, Events, Health, Programs Update for Jan. 26. Click here to see the latest newsletter. CCCC&Y Board Meeting – Monday, February 22nd, 2016 – with Expect More Arizona, FINAL REMINDER:…
Reminder About Continuation of Flagstaff Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting on The Hub Student Housing Development on Feb. 3
Friends of Flagstaff’s Future FLAGSTAFF — Reminder: The Planning & Zoning Commission did not make any decisions regarding the rezoning or conditional use permits requested by The Hub. The meeting on these topics will be continued on February 3 at…
12th annual Celebraciones de la Gente opens to the public on Oct. 24 for two-day celebration of Día de los Muertos
FLAGSTAFF — Final preparations were completed by Friday afternoon with the hanging of strings of papel picado and the adornment of nearly two dozen altars at the Museum of Northern Arizona as Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces prepared for the 12th annual Celebraciones de…
Guest commentary: More and more grandparents are helping raise the next generation
By First Things First The relationship between a child and a grandparent is a special bond. As the nation celebrated Grandparents’ Day this month, let’s take a look at those grandparents who are not only showering their grandkids with love,…
Volunteers needed for Suddenlink’s / Chamber’s ‘Flagstaff Teachers Supply Drive’ Aug. 5 through 8
By AmigosNAZ staff reports Final preparations are being made but volunteers are urgently needed for the upcoming Flagstaff Teachers Supply Drive. “All systems are go for the fourth annual Suddenlink / Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce Teachers Supply Drive on August 5-8,…
Flagstaff Police Department, FUSD announce arrest made regarding series of threatening telephone calls last spring
By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ The Flagstaff Police Department and the Flagstaff Unified School District announced late Tuesday that an arrest has been made regarding a series of threatening telephone calls last spring to a number of schools within the…
Flagstaff Back to School Fair to be held at Flagstaff Family Food Center on July 11
The Flagstaff Back to School Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 11 at the Flagstaff Family Food Center — Food Bank and Kitchen, 1903 N. Second St., Flagstaff. Sponsored by the Flagstaff Family Food Center, the second annual event will feature more…
Record crowd attends 2nd annual ‘Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada and Oldies Car Show’
AmigosNAZ staff reports Several hundred visitors flocked to the parking lot of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church throughout the day to attend the second annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada and Oldies Car Show” fiesta on Saturday, June 27. The free event…
Desierto de Colores Ballet Folklorico de Holbrook a colorful addition to Tardeada 2015
AmigosNAZ staff report Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces continues to expand its free line-up of entertainment at the “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada 2015” fiesta on Saturday, June 27 in the parking lot of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Joining the festivities this year was Desierto…
Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces to present ‘Summertime Tardeada’ on June 27 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church
FLAGSTAFF, AZ — Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and Flagstaff Nuestras Raíces invite the public to attend its second annual “Flagstaff Summertime Tardeada” fiesta from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday, June 27 to celebrate and recognize Flagstaff’s Hispanic roots.…
‘We Are Listening Tour’ comes to Northern Arizona
Click on photo above for a larger image Arizona Superintendent of Education Diane Douglas and other officials had the opportunity to learn first-hand about the challenges and opportunities facing education in Northern Arizona when the “We Are Listening Tour” arrived…
Guest commentary: First Things First’s Top 10 Ways to Help Your Child Prepare for Kindergarten
Summertime is a great opportunity to help kids prepare for their first day of kindergarten. Today’s schools expect 5-year-olds to arrive with basic academic and social skills so they are prepared on day one to start learning to read, write…
June cover story: Stopping the summer brain drain for students
While Hispanic students have been making gains in classrooms during the year, summer becomes a crucial time to maintain those educational achievements By Frank X. Moraga / AmigosNAZ Summer vacation time is upon us. K-through-12 schools are busy completing their traditional…
Volunteers needed to help plan for 2015 ‘Grad Night’ on May 29
FLAGSTAFF — Calling all parents, family, guardians and friends of this year’s Flagstaff area high school grads! Be part of creating a FREE, safe and fun event called Grad Night, for our high school grads (FUSD, charter schools and homeschoolers)…
Fiesta de Mayo returns May 16-17 to Sunnyside, Flagstaff
Carnival opens Thursday, May 14 FLAGSTAFF — The Sunnyside Neighborhood Association of Flagstaff Inc. will present its 20th annual Fiesta de Mayo on Saturday and Sunday, May 16 and 17 at the Greenlaw Village Shopping Center, 2160 N. 4th St., Flagstaff.…
Community health, information events set for May 16
FLAGSTAFF — “Ahoy to Summer — Anchors Aweigh to Health,” a Children’s Health & Wellness Fair, will be held from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 16 at the Flagstaff Aquaplex. Explore all of the fun summer activities and…
Arizona Board of Regents approve in-state tuition for some DREAMers
PHOENIX — The Associated Press, ABC15 and other media organizations are reporting that the Arizona Board of Regents voted Thursday to grant in-state tuition to DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) students. The decision comes one day after a Maricopa County judge ruled…
DREAMers, supporters celebrate judge’s decision on in-state tuition
Media conference and celebration to be held May 6 PHOENIX — An Arizona judge (on May 5) ruled in favor of the Maricopa County Community College Board and confirmed that DACA recipients have the basic right to in-state tuition, supporters…
Mercado de los Sueños getting ready for Mother’s Day
FLAGSTAFF — Children are invited to bring their piggy banks to the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños to buy a unique gift for mom, organizers reported in a media release. “There are many possible gifts at a variety…
Next ‘Paint & Wine in the Pines’ to be held May 1 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center
FLAGSTAFF — The next ‘Paint & Wine in the Pines’ will be held at 6:15 p.m. Friday, May 1 at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church & Cultural Center, 224 S. Kendrick St., Flagstaff. Artist Vangie Rodriguez will lead you…
Rally in support of tuition equality for DACA qualified students to be held April 30 at Flagstaff City Hall
FLAGSTAFF — A peaceful rally in support of tuition equality for DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) qualified students will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 30 at the Flagstaff City Hall, 211 W. Aspen Ave., Flagstaff, organizers reported in a…
Northland Family Help Center to present ‘YouthFest’ and ‘Clothesline Project’ at Heritage Square on April 24
FLAGSTAFF — Northland Family Help Center will present “YouthFest,” the NFHC Runaway/Homeless Youth Awareness performance event from 3 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 24 at Heritage Square, downtown Flagstaff. The event is designed to raise awareness about “Runaway/Homeless Youth & Child…
NAU Immigration Awareness Series to present ‘An Evening with Margaret Regan’ on April 2
FLAGSTAFF — The NAU Immigration Awareness Series will present “An Evening with Margaret Regan” at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 2 in Liberal Arts 120, Building 18. Regan will read from her new book, Detained and Deported: Stories of Immigrant Families under…
‘Cesar Chavez, a Servant Leader — An evening with Roberto Garcia’ to be held at NAU on March 27
FLAGSTAFF — MEChA and Inclusion and Multicultural Services at Northern Arizona University will celebrating Cesar Chavez with special guest speaker, Roberto Garcia, at 7 p.m. Friday March 27 in the University Union, Kaibab Room, organizers reported in a media release. Garcia…
CHAC to present inaugural ‘César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast’ on March 27
FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino County Hispanic Advisory Council (CHAC) will present its inaugural “César E. Chávez Community Recognition Breakfast” from 7:30 to 9 a.m. Friday, March 27 at Tacos Los Altos Westside, 2500 S. Woodlands Village Blvd., Flagstaff. The event will honor Hispanic…
Supporters of in-state tuition for DREAMers to attend Associated Students of Northern Arizona University Senate meeting on March 26
FLAGSTAFF — The Associated Students of Northern Arizona University (ASNAU) Senate will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, March 26 to discuss and vote on a resolution in support of in-state tuition for DREAMers with DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals). The…
Efforts to support in-state tuition for DREAMers set for March 10 at Flagstaff City Hall, March 11 at the Arizona Board of Regents meeting in Flagstaff
Community members also urged to sign petition supporting DREAMers AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — The Northern Arizona Interfaith Council has signed a petition asking the Board of Regents to allow DREAMers to pay in-state tuition, the organization reported in a media…
NAU Latin American Studies to present ‘Planting for Future Generations: Enviromental Justice in Guatemala’ on March 10
FLAGSTAFF — NAU Latin American Studies will present “Planting for Future Generations: Enviromental Justice in Guatemala” at 12:45 p.m. Tuesday, March 10 at SBS Raul H. Castro (Bldg. 65, Room 107 at Northern Arizona University. Presented by Jorge Armando Lopez Pocol, the…
San Diego-based Chican@ comedy troupe Teatro Izcalli to present free performance at NAU on March 10
FLAGSTAFF — Teatro Izcalli, a San Diego-based Chican@ comedy troupe, to present a free performance at 4 p.m. Tuesday, March 10 at NAU’s Ashurst Hall, organizers reported in a media release. Teatro Izcalli’s actos (sketches) address issues such as racism, identity,…
Summer job hunting season is almost here
From AmigosNAZ staff reports With March upon us it’s time to start thinking about the St. Patrick Day (March 17), the beginning of spring (March 20) and … the start in earnest of the search by youth for summer jobs.…
Guest commentary: Babies and toddlers need more reading time
A recent national study shows there’s good news and challenges when it comes to families reading daily with infants, toddlers and preschoolers. The good news is parents recognize that reading with young children is important in developing language and literacy skills. The challenge…
Tickets available for 2015 Child Abuse Prevention Kickoff Luncheon on March 26
From AmigosNAZ staff reports FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth (CCC&Y) will present the the 2015 Annual Child Abuse Prevention Kickoff Luncheon Fundraiser from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, March 26 at Little America, 2515 E. Butler Ave., Flagstaff, in…
Festival of Dreams shows off new marketplace. Continues Feb. 22
Hover above for a larger image and description of the photo AmigosNAZ staff report FLAGSTAFF — Members of the Market of Dreams / Mercado de los Sueños reported a steady stream of visitors and customers during the opening weekend of the new…
Bilingual report: CHAC to present College & Career Resource Fair on March 7
AmigosNAZ staff report FLAGSTAFF — The Coconino Hispanic Advisory Council will present its inaugural “College & Career Resource Fair” from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 7 at Killip Elementary School, 2300 E. 6th Ave., Flagstaff. The fair is…