Schools

Arizona’s state funding for education remains among the lowest in the country. The talent pool can make more money doing something else so recruiters must think outside the box to land them.

Dr. James Driscoll holds a bachelor of arts in elementary education, four master’s degrees (educational leadership, human relations, special education and business and administration) and a doctoral degree in educational leadership.

Charitable organizations are raising funds and providing clothing and supplies for school children who need them as the new school year is upon them.

Tempe’s AARP Foundation Experience Corps partners with Tempe Elementary School District to support students' early literacy skills.

Col. Wanda Wright, U.S. Air Force retired; national anthem by Sophia Pizzilo and Marine Corps Color Guard were part of festivities presided over by Tempe Mayor Corey Woods.

Tempe Prep dedicates 2-story, 20,000-square-foot Fine Arts and Sciences Center and 3,000-square-foot Athletic Performance Center on campus.

Teenager Sydney Storment's “Together We Go” is a colorful beacon of hope for Tempe and the East Valley.

Nevitt Elementary School fifth-grade teacher Samantha Kitchel raised $6,000 on DonorsChoose to fund a machine that dispenses books instead of food or drinks.