If not for the Del E. Webb Family Enrichment Center (FEC) at Yavapai College’s Prescott campus in Prescott, two local women said it would be impossible for them to hold jobs, attend college and have their children in an early childhood education program. Sarah Martin of Chino Valley and Karely Rodriguez-Mata of Prescott are among dozens of parents who benefit from the FEC program as they balance work, college and parenthood. The program, now in its 15th year, provides a full week of early … [Read more...] about Del E. Webb Family Enrichment Center Providing Opportunities
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Yavapai College Training Nurses as High Demand Continues
As the extraordinary burden on healthcare systems continues, Yavapai County Community Health Services Director Leslie Horton is praising Yavapai College for its strong nursing program. “Because of recent strains on health care, due to the pandemic, and the shortage of healthcare workers nationally, it is more important than ever to provide a quality nursing program that not only educates and equips our local residents who want a nursing degree, it also attracts those seeking the degree to come … [Read more...] about Yavapai College Training Nurses as High Demand Continues
Teacher Shortage Having Dramatic Impact on Schools, Students
Yavapai County, just like the rest of Arizona, continues to have a shortage of classroom teachers. That is not just in public schools. The same shortages are affecting charter and private schools, as well. And the teacher shortage is not getting better. Yavapai County Superintendent of Schools Tim Carter told Quad Citis Business News that at the first of this month, Yavapai County schools had 48 unfilled vacancies. Statewide, the number was 1,790, not counting the charter and private … [Read more...] about Teacher Shortage Having Dramatic Impact on Schools, Students
ERAU Creates Unique Business College
Growing demand for increased knowledge of the interrelationship of business, security and cybersecurity prompted the administration at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) to create the College of Business, Security and Intelligence (CBSI). It is the only college of its type in the nation, said Chancellor Anette Karlsson. The unique college was announced formally during the annual Board of Visitors meeting Sept. 29 on the ERAU campus. During that afternoon meeting, Karlsson introduced … [Read more...] about ERAU Creates Unique Business College
Embry-Riddle Planning Major Expansion
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) Chancellor Anette Karlsson shared plans for major expansion on the ERAU Prescott campus in coming years with the Board of Visitors during its fall meeting Sept. 29. Karlsson said expansion proposals were prompted by the increasing enrollment on the Prescott campus. This fall, enrollment is approaching 3,200. In 2020, enrollment was 3,004; and in 2019, enrollment was 2,946. Those numbers include both undergraduate and graduate students. Major … [Read more...] about Embry-Riddle Planning Major Expansion
YC Considering Four-Year Degrees
Yavapai College (YC) leaders are taking advantage of an opportunity made available when the Arizona Legislature passed Senate Bill 1453 and House Bill 2523 allowing Arizona community colleges to offer four-year degrees. Gov. Doug Ducey signed the legislation in May, which offers state community colleges the option to consider such degree programs. YC president Lisa Rhine has formed a group that is exploring the possible launching of such degrees. However, the group must first fulfill … [Read more...] about YC Considering Four-Year Degrees
Ducey Issues Executive Order To Ensure Students Stay On Track
Governor Doug Ducey today signed an Executive Order directing the State Board of Education to study student assessment data and identify the learning loss that occurred during the pandemic so students and families can get the support they need. The issuance of the order followed the Governor’s signing of House Bill (HB) 2402, which ensures students continue to be evaluated and provides flexibility around the state’s school grading system. “This will ensure we continue to have … [Read more...] about Ducey Issues Executive Order To Ensure Students Stay On Track
Arizona Encouraging Families to Invest in Education with Tax Deductible Contributions
The State of Arizona is encouraging families to save for post-high school education expenses with tax-deductible donations. Arizona taxpayers can deposit into AZ529 educational savings plans set up for their children, grandchildren or friends and receive tax deductions. “My passion has been to help families across the entire state in every zip code. This is a wonderful opportunity to start saving early. When the student is ready to go off after high school, there is money for education,” said … [Read more...] about Arizona Encouraging Families to Invest in Education with Tax Deductible Contributions
White named CCC District Governing Board Chair
The Coconino Community College District Governing Board voted Wednesday to name Dr. Nathaniel White as its next Chair. “It has been a pleasure to work under the calm, steady leadership of Governing Board Chair Patty Garcia and with my dedicated Board members for the past several years,” White said. “It is an honor, and I look forward to being a part of the Governing Board and the CCC family as we optimistically move ahead in 2021.” White, who was voted into the position of Chair … [Read more...] about White named CCC District Governing Board Chair
ERAU Closes Out 2020 with Vigor
Despite a year of detours along the academic pathway, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU) President Barry Butler and Chancellor Anette Karlsson say 2020 ended with noteworthy achievements. Hundreds Graduate in Virtual Commencement Recognizing students by name, degree and academic honors, Chancellor Karlsson and other academic leaders granted degrees to 621 undergraduate and graduate students during virtual ceremonies Dec. 12. In addition, 50 students received military commissions – … [Read more...] about ERAU Closes Out 2020 with Vigor