Two Yuma students named Merit Scholarship finalists
Two local high school seniors became finalists in a competition for the Class of 2022 National Merit Scholarship…
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Yuma County retains teachers despite national teacher shortage
While the rest of the country is experiencing a teacher shortage, school districts in Yuma County tell us they are doing a good job holding on to our…
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Somerton High School receives new mascot
Yuma Union High School District made an announcement video unveiling the new mascot for Somerton High…
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Local 4th-Graders are learning about the ins and outs of adulthood
While traditionally schools teach students about math, science, and test-taking. Some educators want to make sure their students learn a little…
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AWC leaders attend National Legislative Summit, meet with Sen. Kelly in Washington, D.C.
Arizona Western College President Dr. Daniel Corr and AWC District Governing Board Secretary Olivia Zepeda attended the Community College National…
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AWC Foundation granted $3k from local business owner for South Yuma County Math Project
Nieves Riedel, longtime local business owner donated $3,100 to the Arizona Western College (AWC) Foundation for middle school students who are…
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Annual scholarship from Helios Education Foundation is now open for Yuma students
Students in Yuma Union High School District will now have an opportunity to apply for the 2022 Helios Education Foundation…
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Education first: Yuma’s East County to build two elementary schools
It’s no secret that East Yuma County is growing, and with it comes a demand for services. To meet those demands, the city of Somerton is set to build…
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Arizona Senate could allow students to bring guns on college campuses
The Arizona Senate Judiciary Committee is proposing a new law that would require public colleges and universities to allow anyone with a concealed…
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Arizona celebrates School Choice Week from January 23 – 29
January 23 through January 29 is Arizona School Choice Week which focuses on families and their decisions revolving around…
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Local school district responds to recent COVID-19 surge with rapid testing
In District One in Yuma this week more than 182 students and staff have tested positive for COVID-19. Educators at District One are following…
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The Yuma Union High School District is receiving funding to purchase new school buses
The Yuma Union High School District is receiving over $200,000 to help purchase new…
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Yuma High School earns award for safe learning experiences amidst pandemic
Yuma High School has earned an award as part of the Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) for…
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Yuma schools are still searching for bus drivers
School bus drivers are still in great demand throughout Yuma…
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Elementary students in Yuma go back to class with full COVID protocols
It’s back to class for thousands of elementary school students across Yuma County, and for now, not even COVID is stopping them from hitting the…
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Yuma students head back to school following Winter break
Students across Yuma County are returning to in-person learning after the Winter holiday…
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Local medical program educates medical students pursuing healthcare careers
We always talk about “shop local” but what about “stay…
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Yuma High senior appointed to Arizona leadership advisory committee
The Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA) Student Leadership Advisory Committee (SLAC) has recognized a Yuma High School senior for her advocacy…
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Yuma school districts remain cautious following dangerous social media trend
At least three of Yuma County’s school districts are remaining extra cautious, all because of a trend on social media that had students calling in…
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Local school district joins the Gifts of Hope program to help children in Arizona
A Yuma school district has partnered with the Arizona Children’s Association for the “Gifts of Hope” campaign to support children during the holiday…
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