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MCCCD celebrates National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week

MCCCD celebrates National Hispanic-Serving Institutions Week

“We join an elite group of colleges and universities nationwide with this recognition that have made it their mission to break down barriers so that all students, regardless of their background, have the opportunity to pursue higher education,” said MCCCD Chancellor Dr. Steven R. Gonzales.
ALA Ironwood Elementary School to host 9/11 commemoration event

ALA Ironwood Elementary School to host 9/11 commemoration event

In addition to distinguished guests, students have been busy creating heartfelt tributes. They've been diligently coloring flags, each representing a life lost on that fateful day. These flags will be displayed outside the school, serving as a touching visual reminder of the significance of 9/11.
Empowering QCUSD students through leadership

Empowering QCUSD students through leadership

When students take on leadership roles in school, they gain valuable experience working with others, managing projects and making decisions. These skills are highly sought after by employers and can give students a competitive edge when entering the workforce or applying to post-secondary institutions.
Combs students, staff reap rewards from thriving community collaborations

Combs students, staff reap rewards from thriving community collaborations

As the local community and the district continue to experience growth, we look forward to future collaboration with the diverse business interests converging with our own. These partnerships are poised to yield mutual benefits for our students, staff and the broader community for years to come.
Queen Creek Bulldog alum makes MLB debut

Queen Creek Bulldog alum makes MLB debut

Kody Funderburk made his Major League Baseball debut Aug. 28, 2023, pitching two scoreless innings for the Minnesota Twins, earning his first relief pitching win with two perfect innings.
ASEC announces 2023 Ed Doherty Award Week 3 Watch List

ASEC announces 2023 Ed Doherty Award Week 3 Watch List

Program expanded with nearly 150 student-athletes showcased this season as potential nominees for award honoring state’s most outstanding high school football player.
Horne announces $40M tutoring program to raise academic outcomes, offer public school teachers more income

Horne announces $40M tutoring program to raise academic outcomes, offer public school teachers more income

Program begins Oct. 2. Additional details will be available for this specific program at azed.gov beginning Sept. 15.
MCCCD, AMR partner to expand Earn While You Learn program

MCCCD, AMR partner to expand Earn While You Learn program

To establish a Paramedicine Employee Sponsorship and degree pathway opportunities across the system, Maricopa County Community College District has announced a partnership with American Medical Response.
Portillo's now open in Queen Creek

Portillo's now open in Queen Creek

In honor of the opening, Portillo’s celebrated with a ribbon cutting ceremony where Michael Portillo, vice president of restaurant support, presented its charity partners, Queen Creek 4-H and Queen Creek Schools Education Foundation, with checks from funds raised during the restaurant's sneak peek training meals Aug. 21-22.
MCC dental hygiene students offer free dental screenings Sept. 9

MCC dental hygiene students offer free dental screenings Sept. 9

Students must pass a state licensure clinical exam that requires the advanced instrumentation skills developed during their last two semesters while treating more complex periodontally involved patients.