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Recent Articles from Samantha Shotzbarger
MAKERSPACES: Libraries carve out areas for interactive learning focused on STEM skills
Makerspaces are areas where community members can gather and work individually or collaboratively to learn, invent or create. Most are specifically focused on the areas of science, technology, engineering and math, known as STEM. The spaces offer access to equipment, technology and knowledge through workshops and classes.
South Phoenix charter school doesn’t let student demographics dictate expectations
The students of Phoenix Collegiate Academy are used to high expectations. “Our students come to school at 7:30. They’re late if they’re there at 7:31,” said Rachel Bennett Yanof, the charter school’s executive director.
Arizona Disabled Sports gives opportunities to Valley athletes, volunteers
Now in its 25th year, Arizona Disabled Sports offers people with developmental and physical disabilities the opportunity to play and compete at the highest levels in sports such as basketball, floor hockey, kayaking, swimming, track and power soccer.
