Local Education/Sports News

Arizona has a Bierman Autism Center in both Tempe and Scottsdale that provide one-on-one center-based care for children 18 months to 9 years of age. They use naturalistic teaching through play and learning to help get your child ready to transition to school.

Local high school student releases new song featuring a former Eminem signee.

Students participating in the competition were judged on their recipe, taste, healthiness, kid-friendliness, originality, ease of preparation and plate presentation. Culinary prizes were awarded to the top three chefs and the first-prize winner competed in Sodexo’s national competition.

Only first and second place schools received recognition in the competition, but even though these Firebirds didn't finish in the top two, they represented EHS to their fullest potential. They showed some of those other schools what they are capable of in representing the Queen Creek Unified School District.

These Firebirds achieved four first place, one second place and one third place finishes. They also took home Best Freshman female and male rankings and placed third in the women's team for the third year in a row.

In kindergarten, students receive comprehensive and challenging instruction in academic core areas including reading, writing, math, science and social studies. They also have college and career exploration opportunities, music classes, physical education courses and opportunities to participate in before- and after-school enrichment programs.

The students faced a few setbacks during the problem-solving process, including rearranging, disassembling and reassembling sections, all while trying to meet their deadline. The Ferris wheel is currently on display in the school's lobby.

“Many students don't realize that they qualify for these scholarships,” said Quincy Nelson, foundation secretary of QCSEF. “They should always apply. We have several scholarships to offer, and we are able to help many students whether they are going to a four-year university, a community college or a trade school.”