Middle school camp teaches students about STEM military testing
The military uses skills in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) almost every day, and it’s important to teach these concepts at a young age.
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AWC offers cash incentives for registered students
Those enrolled full time at AWC this Fall will receive $1,500 cash YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA) – A new incentive program at Arizona Western College is putting cash in the hands of students registering for the Fall semester. The Ca$h in Your Pocket Program gives anywhere from $400 to $1,500 in efforts to help students financially.
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Gila Ridge names Jessica Slaughter as new football head coach
Jessica Slaughter is the third female varsity football coach in the history of Arizona.
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YUHSD police flag decision sparks controversy during board meeting
Locals behind the “Back the Blue” movement attended Wednesday evening’s Yuma Union High School District (YUHSD) board meeting. This after the district’s decision to not allow the san Luis and Yuma Police Department flags in the graduation honor guards.
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U of A Yuma Alumni announce 2021-2022 scholarship recipients
The University of Arizona YumaCats Alumni Chapter announced 20 scholarship recipients for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Extra financial assistance on the way for struggling students at AWC
Arizona Western College (AWC) in Yuma is looking to help out students who might be struggling to afford an education amid the pandemic.
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Mounted Posse arranges 2021-2022 student scholarships
The Yuma County Mounted Posse (YCMP) announced plans to offer three $500 scholarships for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Three AWC District Governing Board members up for potential recall
A former employee claims that the Arizona Western College (AWC) District Governing Board is not proactive in addressing employee concerns.
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Yuma Elementary School District One faces sexual assault lawsuit
Two parents are coming forward to tell their story after filing a lawsuit against Yuma Elementary School District One after their daughter accused another student of sexually assaulting her.
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Free grab-and-go meals for children 18 and younger
The school year is coming to an end, but Yuma School District One Child Nutrition Department wants you to know its summer food program is back Tuesday, June 1, 2021.
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Yuma school districts offer bonuses to teachers and staff
A number of Yuma County school districts are now offering cash incentives to their staff to entice them to stay in their current positions
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It’s time for 2021 graduates to turn their tassels
High school graduates across Yuma County will soon be turning their tassels as a recognition of their achievements following a year unlike any other.
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Online school appeals to parents seeking education alternatives
An online school is offering parents a summer school alternative
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Local charter school gives students a second chance
For students at Yuma’s Aztec High School the reasons why they’re there will vary. But, what is true for all of them is that they’ve been given a second chance.
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Summer school gives students another chance to be back in the classroom
School districts across Yuma County are gearing up to welcome students back to the classroom for summer school programs.
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5th-grade essay contest
Students in the 5th grade have an opportunity to start saving for college through Arizona’s Education Savings Plan. It’s called AZ529. Students can win $529 towards a savings fund just by writing an essay.
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AWC graduates celebrated during ‘La Cosecha’ event
Graduation season kicked off in Yuma Wednesday night with a celebration of some of the Desert Southwest’s best and brightest college students.
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Multiversity Campus: ‘Our vision is not a mirage’
The Yuma Multiversity Campus (YMVC) has a vision to bridge higher education, industry and prospective talent to further expand skilled-labor opportunities both now, and in the future.
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Teen vaccinations planned for South County students
The City of San Luis and City of Somerton are planning a vaccine event for 16 to 18-year-old residents, Saturday, May 15.
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Yuma ballerina wins scholarship to School of American Ballet
Ballet Yuma company dancer Mia Williams earned a full ride scholarship to The School for American Ballet (SAB) summer program in New York City, Sunday, through the Arizona Dance Coalition.
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