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TUSD board discusses closing seven schools as parents push to keep them open
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The Tucson Unified School District Governing Board met Tuesday night to discuss school closures. After changes to the list, seven schools are now proposed for closure. The TUSD has said birth rates are declining and the district has lost enrollment to charter schools and Empowerment...
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TUSD alters school consolidation plans for Dunham, Magee
The Tucson Unified School District has announced five potential elementary school consolidation plans for the next two school years. Two middle schools are at risk of closing and merging onto high school campuses. The reconfigurations are contingent on the governing board’s Dec. 8 vote. On Friday, Nov. 6, TUSD...
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Military Times ranks University of Arizona as best public US college for veterans
The University of Arizona was dubbed the best public university in the nation for veterans by Military Times on Tuesday. The publication rated 370 colleges and universities in its Best for Vets: 2026 Colleges ranking. The Tucson-based university took the top spot among public universities but came in second overall.
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Arizona continues reliance on international teachers to alleviate shortage
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Teachers from overseas are filling Arizona classrooms to alleviate the teacher shortage, and one Tucson parent questions whether they receive enough training. The Arizona Department of Education has certified more than 1,600 international teachers since 2022, when lawmakers first required the department to track that...
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Canyon View defeats Ironwood Ridge in 5A playoffs
Canyon View defeated Ironwood Ridge, 66-21, in the first round of the 5A playoffs on Friday, Nov. 6. Canyon View (9-2) moves on to Round 2 on Friday, Nov. 13. Ironwood Ridge ends its season at 6-5. Key plays Canyon View's Brandon Arroyo scored the first touchdown of the game, setting the tone for the night. Zarin Robbins scored in the second quarter, cutting Ironwood Ridge's deficit. Jubie Pitre scored a touchdown right after halftime for Canyon View. Key players Canyon View's Braylon Anderson, who scored three touchdowns. Ironwood Ridge's Robbins also had three touchdowns. Arroyo added two touchdowns for Canyon View. Quotes "It's not always perfect, but we get it done" — Canyon View coach Manual Alcantar "It's focusing on what's at task, taking one step at a time." — Canyon View running back Braylon Anderson Upcoming Canyon View (9-2) plays Arizona College Prep (7-3) in the second round of the playoffs on Friday, Nov. 13. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Canyon View defeats Ironwood Ridge in 5A playoffs
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TUSD families look to other districts after school closure recommendations
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Families in Tucson Unified School District must decide whether to wait to learn if their school will close or look for a new one. TUSD has recommended closing eight schools. Along with each announcement, the district has named a receiving school where families can go. Some parents said that may not be their choice.
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Newcomer set to join TUSD board overseeing school closure plan
This is a developing story. Bright blue text on hundreds of white rectangles across Tucson point to Pilar Acosta Ruiz, the Tucson Unified School District board candidate who will likely take a seat alongside four current members come January. In the race for two spots on the governing board, incumbent...