Fun Kid-Friendly Stuff to Do at Home this Summer
Are you at your wit’s end trying to come up with ideas to entertain your kids at home while you try to get work done? We brainstormed some ideas that may help fill in a few gaps when you run ...
The Traditional Academy at Bellair Accelerates Learning, Even During Challenging Pandemic Year
While many schools across the state and country remain concerned about kids falling behind during the pandemic, one Deer Valley school is doing so well that its students have moved up to the next grade level. “Even with all of ...
Tails and Tales: Maricopa County Reads Continues the Summer Reading Program
Maricopa County Reads’ Summer Reading Program is a beloved tradition for many local families. Through August 1, children, teens and adults can read for enjoyment, earn prizes and avoid summer learning loss. Simply go to maricopacountyreads.org and click on the ...
New Playground Debuts in Jackrabbit Park
Jackrabbit Park Features New Equipment for Youth Located at 60th Street and Paradise Lane (6002 E. Paradise Lane), Jackrabbit Park is comprised of 17 acres. The basin-style park first opened in 1986, but recently, city officials and community members celebrated ...
What’s the Difference between Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Veterans Day?
Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Veterans Day confuse a lot of people because each of these federal holidays honors a group of people. Don’t worry, here’s how to distinguish between the holidays. Memorial Day: Honoring and remembering all of the ...
Summer Deals: Kids Eat Free in June at Morning Squeeze
The groovy breakfast and lunch spot Morning Squeeze is helping parents take a bit of the squeeze out of their wallet this summer. For the month of June, kids 12 and under can eat for free on weekdays from the restaurant’s Kids ...
Mercury Mine Elementary Wins $20,000 Box Top Extra Credit Sweepstakes
Natalie Taylor, a Montessori preschool teacher and parent at Mercury Mine Elementary School, won $20,000 for the school in the Box Tops Extra Credit Sweepstakes. “At first, I didn't believe it. I thought it was a gimmick,” she shares. “After ...
Indoor Museums for Cool Summer Fun
Five hot spots for educational activities for the whole family By Jill Frier Photos Courtesy of Featured Museums With the summer heat in full effect and monsoon on the horizon, it’s a great time to find fun and educational ...
New Exhibition Features the Artwork of Local Students
“Visions ’21,” a new exhibition featuring the artwork of local high school students who participate in Scottsdale Arts Learning & Innovation’s Visions program, opened May 7. The artwork will remain on display through Sept. 13 in the Center Space gallery ...
School Partnership Earns National Award
National School Board Association honors the school partnership between ASU Prep Digital and Pendergast for accelerating learning and opening the door to higher education opportunities for underserved students. A collaboration between ASU Prep Digital and Pendergast Elementary School District was ...
