Sun Valley
Sun Valley, AZ · Education
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Tucson native Jake Rogers looks to lead Chandler Basha to another open state championship
It was a happy homecoming for Tucson native Jake Rogers as the Chandler Basha quarterback threw for four touchdowns on Friday night. No. 4 Basha beat No. 19 Salpointe 35-0 in Jake Rogers’ return to his first high school. “It’s definitely a surreal feeling playing on this side of...
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East Valley Tribune
Most Mesa schools earn ‘A’ or ‘B’ from state
Last year was a strong year for Mesa Public Schools for the Arizona Department of Education’s letter grades as all its comprehensive high schools were among the 33 schools that earned an “A.”. The district overall received a “B,” as did 34 of its schools. Seven...
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ABC 15 News
Mesa Public Schools earns top marks statewide, with all six comprehensive high schools reaching A ratings
MESA, AZ — Report cards look strong across Mesa Public Schools, where staff and students at campuses like Dobson High School are being praised by the Arizona Department of Education. A total of 33 schools in the district now have A ratings — and for the first time ever,...
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Phoenix Jewish Student, 14, Faced Nazi Salutes and Camp Threats, Complaint Says
A 14-year-old Jewish girl at Desert Shadows Middle School in Phoenix was called “dirty filthy jew” and “ugly jew,” targeted with a Heil Hitler salute, and told her parents should send her to a concentration camp to be “gassed,” according to a 24-page federal civil rights complaint filed Oct. 16. The complaint alleges that when one of her classmates allegedly shoved her into a cabinet weeks later, a school administrator chalked the incident up to a crush.
Arizona Mirror
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Football in the West Valley
It’s crunch time for high school football teams all across the Agua Fria Union High School District. With the regular season ending soon, every game matters as teams fight to improve their records and earn a spot in the state playoffs. Football takes preparation beyond game night. Players spend time practicing plays, studying opponents, and working with coaches to correct mistakes from previous games. As the season moves forward, teams have to use what they learn each week to prepare for the next matchup. From Verrado and Desert Edge in the 5A to Agua Fria and Goodyear in 4A, Each team has a different path to the postseason, but they all have the same goal, make playoffs and most important, to finish strong!
West Valley View
Buckeye coach earns Cardinals weekly honor
For Buckeye Union High School head football coach David “Puni” Ellis, being named the Arizona Cardinals High School Coach of the Week represents more than individual recognition. It reflects the dedication of his players, coaching staff and a community that continues to support the Hawks. Ellis received the...
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Scottsdale district will close 2 schools, adding to Valley school closures
Earlier this month, the Scottsdale Unified School District board voted to shut down two additional schools after the 2026-27 school year. Both Copper Ridge and Laguna Elementary schools will close their doors, following last year’s closures of Pima Elementary and Echo Canyon schools. All four schools are a part of the Scottsdale Unified School District (SUSD).