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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.

Arizona Department of Education Gets New Associate Superintendent

Heather Cruz will oversee English language acquisition and CTE, among other duties.

Tucson Unified Mulls More Options For Ensuring School Safety

One TUSD parent proposed situational training.

Arizona Supreme Court: Medical Marijuana on Campus Not a Crime

The state's high court ruled that the Legislature can't change the voter-approved law.

Science Standards Draft Changes Remove, Alter Evolution References

Arizona schools Superintendent Diane Douglas says evolution is an ongoing debate.

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

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

Education Association: Teachers Return to Work Thursday if Lawmakers Pass Budget

On fourth day of statewide walkouts, schools begin reopening.

Filings: No Teacher Donations to Ducey in 2018

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

Ed Group President: Walkout Duration Depends on Response

Governor, Legislature and state action will be "barometer" of the walkout.

Arizona Democrats' Letter Calls for Education Funding Plan

Minority party legislative leaders send a letter to Gov. Doug Ducey.

School Safety Bill Advances in Legislature

A Senate committee approved Gov. Ducey's proposal.

Governor's Office Gives Rosy Budget Forecast

Revenue growth is higher than originally expected.

Marana Unified School District Will Keep Thornydale Elementary Open

A tied vote leaves the school open despite years of declining enrollment.

Governor Lays Out School Shooting Prevention Plan

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

Arizona House Passes Bill Giving Teachers Classroom Dollars

The money plus tax credit was the best they could do, sponsors said in response to calls for more.

Arizona Teachers Wear Red for Higher Pay

Public educators statewide say #RedForEd, inspired by outcome of West Virginia strike.

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