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I support this override and ask the community to do the same. I ask them to keep a wary eye on how these dollars are used, hold the district accountable and ensure we are putting our students first.

Mountain Trail Academy will feature a 90,000-square-foot facility capable of accommodating 1,000 students. The school will have 40 makerspace classrooms, which are equipped with collaborative seating arrangements to encourage creative exploration, hands-on learning and problem solving. In addition, the buildings will include 10 flex-use learning spaces with attached restrooms.

With the bond not passing last November, Queen Creek Unified School District is only using funds provided by the state Schools Facilities Division for new construction projects.

“Graduation is a time for celebration and we want to ensure everyone celebrates safely and responsibly,” said QCPD Chief Randy Brice. "QCPD will continue to deploy extra officers this weekend."

Channel the dedication you’ve shown through your academic years into finding the right career that feeds your passion and aligns with your long-term goals. Seize opportunities to gain experience and turn your dreams into a reality using careful planning into a successful and fulfilling career.

Over the school year, student-athletes at Queen Creek High School and Eastmark High School signed and committed to schools here in Arizona and all across the country.

"We are thrilled to welcome Peter and Carly to our leadership team for the upcoming school year," said Dr. Gregory Wyman, superintendent of the J.O. Combs Unified School District. "I know that their passion, knowledge and experience will offer invaluable contributions to our schools, students and families, and we look forward to working alongside these talented professionals as we continue to serve the Combs community."

The two issues on the Nov. 5 General Election ballot are a continuation of the existing 15% Maintenance and Override funding as well as a bond proposal for school safety projects, essential maintenance, school improvements and transportation investments.