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2018 Legislative forecast: Finding money for public schools
Gov. Doug Ducey kicks off the legislative session Monday with a call for more education funding -- but not with the tax hikes that some say are necessary to provide truly adequate funding for schools.
A rundown of issues likely to rise in 2018 legislative session
While public education is expected to be the top issue when lawmakers return on Monday, a few other subjects are likely to command some attention.
Senate president sees tricky course to rein in tuition tax credit
Altering a cap on corporate tax credits for private school scholarships will require a two-thirds majority vote in both chambers of the Arizona Legislature.
Educators present plan to fund public schools without raising taxes
Hoping to set the agenda, a coalition of educators and others laid out options that could generate more than $950 million for education this coming year, all without a general hike in sales taxes.
Danny Adelman: Learning the law in the public’s interest
Before graduating from the University of Arizona with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Daniel “Danny” Adelman knew he wanted to study law. Accounting was something he “fell into,” but studying law was something he was passionate about.
Thunderbird move to ASU downtown stirs emotions for alumni
While the move has led some alumni to feel the school is losing its identity, school officials and former students agree that it’s a necessary step for ensuring the continued success of Thunderbird.
House Speaker gives tax increase proposal cool reception
House Speaker J.D. Mesnard, R-Chandler, said an all-or-nothing approach to the future of a sales tax benefitting public schools would present “a high-risk scenario that just is unwise.”
Teachers say low pay ends careers in Arizona, leaves some at crossroads
Arizona teachers have not been quiet about their reasons for abandoning the profession and even the state: high stress, low morale and low pay. Yet the state’s response has not been enough to end the ongoing crisis, a new report from a Washington D.C.-based think tank concludes.
Teacher shortage hits state’s schools for deaf and blind too
The Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and Blind have continually struggled to recruit and retain teachers who know their subject matter and are certified to teach students who are blind or deaf.
Coral Evans at home as Flagstaff mayor, represents even foes
Coral Evans grew up living in public, low-income housing in Flagstaff, a place her family has called home for three generations. Now, she is proud to represent her city as the mayor. But that isn’t the only thing on Evans’ plate.
Cost to fix millions in misallocations to schools $105,000 – so far
The Arizona Department of Education has spent more than $100,000 to correct problems that led to the misallocation of millions in federal funds, and those costs could continue to rise.
Juveniles in Maricopa County adult jail don’t receive accredited education
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office is not providing accredited educational services to the juveniles held in its adult jail, meaning the credits students earn may not be valid elsewhere.
