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Crismon High's Ben Brandau finalist for Strength Coach of the Year

Crismon High's Ben Brandau finalist for Strength Coach of the Year

The National Coach of the Year is selected from among the top coaches across the country and receives a unique, personalized Coach of the Year Belt.
Celebrating the shining light of our students

Celebrating the shining light of our students

In times of tragedy, it is crucial to remember and honor the two outstanding young men, Jamiere Jenkins and Preston Lord, whose lives were tragically cut short. By celebrating the positive impact they had on their school, teams and classmates, we are able to continue to keep their bright lights alive. At the same time, we can also honor them by celebrating the innumerable other positive differences being made by students throughout our district and community.
EVIT offers new Surgical Technology associate degree

EVIT offers new Surgical Technology associate degree

The Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology program begins Jan. 3, 2024 with enrollment going on now.
Candlelight vigil in honor of Jamiere Jenkins set for Dec. 13

Candlelight vigil in honor of Jamiere Jenkins set for Dec. 13

The candlelight vigil will be from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday at the Combs High School football stadium, located at 2505 E. Germann Road in San Tan Valley.
Wilde Wealth Management Group contributes combined $15K to local mountain bike programs

Wilde Wealth Management Group contributes combined $15K to local mountain bike programs

Including Queen Creek's Casteel High. The donations are two of many made in partnership with Wilde Wealth Management Group and its Wilde for Arizona community outreach program.
Season of Giving at QCUSD

Season of Giving at QCUSD

There are many ways to get involved, whether it's donating your time, money or resources.
QCUSD opens enrollment at new college prep school

QCUSD opens enrollment at new college prep school

The specialized programming at Newell Barney College Preparatory School is designed to prepare young minds for future academic achievements.
Fantasy Hair Show turns EVIT Power Campus into living art gallery Dec. 8

Fantasy Hair Show turns EVIT Power Campus into living art gallery Dec. 8

Annual event features elaborate displays, posed models, avant-garde hairstyles
QCUSD College Fair helps students prepare for life after graduation

QCUSD College Fair helps students prepare for life after graduation

College and career advisors encouraged all high school students to attend the fair as it helped students who are still deciding on their post-graduation plans gain insight on what their future may hold.
Bullying associated with most common behavioral health issues affecting kids in school this year

Bullying associated with most common behavioral health issues affecting kids in school this year

In many instances, I've noticed that mental health issues are not the primary problem – children being bullied at school is the root of these mental health issues this year. Any sudden change in the child’s usual behavior could be a good indicator that something is going on. And these behavior changes can all affect performance in school.