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AZ Senate passes sex ed bill, again

A similar bill was vetoed by Governor Ducey last month.

Invest in Ed is headed to court, again

Two legal challenges argue that Proposition 208 unconstitutionally overrules the Legislature's taxing authorities.

People with disabilities face both unique and common challenges during pandemic

Educators and service providers discuss how the pandemic has impacted community members with disabilities in Arizona.

Poll finds division and common ground in what Arizonans care about

State residents placed issues like water and education among their highest priorities.

State superintendent of public instruction says state budget gives education short shrift

Superintendent Kathy Hoffman says the Legislature missed an opportunity to make a much-needed investment in the state's struggling education system.

Helping Migrants in Mexico; Arizona's New Superintendent; Education Funding

Plus, a journalist roundtable analyzing finalized election results.

Gubernatorial Candidates Clash Over Education in Phoenix Debate

The candidates will face off in Tucson Tuesday night.

Poll Shows Education Funding a Major Factor in Race for Arizona Governor

Poll shows education professor Garcia leading Democrats, unfavorable ratings for Gov. Ducey

Gubernatorial Candidate Bennett Wants Armed Teachers and Cops in Schools

The Republican former secretary of state unveils school safety plan.

Pima County Supervisors OK TUSD Desegregation Tax Plan, Defying Legislature

County plans to leave tax as a part of its primary property tax, bucking recently passed law.

Gov. Ducey: TUSD's Plan for Staff Raises "Disappointing"

TUSD Superintendent has expressed interest in using new money for staff and faculty raises.

Filings: No Teacher Donations to Ducey in 2018

No donors to the Ducey campaign listed an occupation in the public education sector.

Governor Lays Out School Shooting Prevention Plan

Plan focuses on modernizing databases, increase funds for schools and officer training.

Ducey Budget Proposal Includes Money for University Infrastructure

The program puts state money toward a bonding plan lobbied for by Arizona's universities.

Grijalva Calls for Investigation Into Halting of 2 Studies

Congressman suspects political motivation; Trump administration points to budgetary reasons.

UA's DACA Students Rally After Trump Ends Program

Students and supporters gathered in a show of solidarity for those whose legal status is now in limbo.

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