Gov. Doug Ducey on May 28 announced ongoing plans for kids and teachers to safely resume school in the classroom this fall, with more details coming this week.
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Gov. Doug Ducey on May 28 announced ongoing plans for kids and teachers to safely resume school in the classroom this fall, with more details coming this week.
“Arizona continues to move forward with a calm and steady approach,” Gov. Ducey stated in a statement. “We’re tracking the data, following the guidance of public health officials, and planning ahead. We will continue to put health and safety first as we work to return stronger.”
Additionally, the governor signed an executive order protecting the health of kids in school-based child care while allowing for increased child care capacity. The order follows feedback provided at a meeting earlier in the week with Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman and school superintendents.
The Peoria Unified School District serves more than 37,000 students in Glendale, Peoria, Surprise and Youngtown in 34 elementary schools, seven high schools and one non-traditional high school. In addition, Peoria Unified was the first district in the state to receive the prestigious AdvancED Accreditation.
Steve Stockmar has been with the Independent Newsmedia team since 2017. An NAU alum and Peoria resident, Steve’s community journalism pursuits focus mostly on arts & culture, education, and profiles of neighbors making a difference. In his spare time Steve plays in a vintage baseball league using uniforms and rules from the 1860s, and also acts (badly) in community theater. In addition, he has an unhealthy obsession with baseball and the Chicago Cubs.
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