COOLIDGE — The Coolidge Unified School District will be installing a cell tower in downtown Coolidge to allow students to have access to the internet with school-issued iPads.
COOLIDGE — While there are a lot of unknowns of what the state Legislature will decide in regards to school funding, Finance Director Alyssa Garrett walked the Coolidge school board through possibilities Wednesday night.
COOLIDGE — After Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology student Damon Patterson participated in a Consumercon budget exercise on Feb. 28, he said he was going to thank his parents that night.
COOLIDGE — Imagine Prep Coolidge’s FFA chapter may be younger and smaller compared to other chapters in the state, but they are just as willing to battle it out on the state and national stages.
COOLIDGE — It’s currently fair season for one of the largest and oldest FFA chapters in the state, and many of its competitors have spots in the state FFA competition Feb. 24-25 at the University of Arizona.
COOLIDGE — Two Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology students competed at the Health Occupation Students of America competition.
COOLIDGE — Coolidge parents wanting to track their children once they board the school bus to go home will have that opportunity next school year.
COOLIDGE — With enrollment increasing at two Coolidge elementary schools, the Coolidge Unified School District Governing Board on Feb. 8 approved making the junior high school in essence a middle school.
COOLIDGE — An incumbent and newly elected member were sworn in and a president and vice president selected to lead the Coolidge Unified School District Governing Board at the first regular meeting of the year on Jan. 11.
COOLIDGE — Last November, decorated U.S. Naval Reserve veteran and retired Master Chief Petty Officer George Arredondo was elected to serve on the Coolidge Unified School District Governing Board.
COOLIDGE — Every year, the Arizona School Boards Association selects only one Career and Technical Education program in the state for the Golden Bell Promise Program Award. On Dec. 16, the ASBA presented Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology’s Veterinary Science program with the pre…
COOLIDGE — When local teacher Tristen Gillespie first spoke to PinalCentral in May, he was preparing for a transition as a fourth grade teacher and Botanical Club founder at West Elementary School to FFA adviser at Coolidge High School.
COOLIDGE — There are few as passionate about providing a quality music education and opportunities for students to shine as Imagine Coolidge Elementary’s Chris Steward.
COOLIDGE — Last week, the Arizona Board of Education released the first compiled list of A-F grades for Arizona schools since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020.
COOLIDGE — Vying for his third term on the Coolidge Unified School District Governing Board, President Michael “Mikey” Flores had a lead Wednesday morning of more than 500 votes, attributing the success to a strong campaign leading up to November.
COOLIDGE — For many high school students, an after-school club could be the start of a lifelong passion. It is often a place to test out interests, build skills and confidence or just make new friends.
COOLIDGE — It wouldn’t be a Coolidge High School Homecoming without a delicious tailgate barbecue and plenty of school pride. Luckily, the annual Coolidge FFA Homecoming barbecue combines both.
SIGNAL PEAK — It was a full crowd at Pence Center for the first Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology Cosmetology Student Showcase of the season on Monday.
COOLIDGE — On Friday morning, Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology welcomed all students, faculty and parents to the campus on West Coolidge Avenue to attend a memorial ceremony honoring those who lost their lives and served in response to the Sept. 11, 2001 attacks.
COOLIDGE — The Phoenix-based nonprofit Act One Arizona created virtual reality art immersion “field trips,” with the rural student and the challenges of a global pandemic in mind, according to Dempsey Wilken, one of two employees who led three classes at the Coolidge Public Library on Aug. 19.
COOLIDGE — Three Coolidge teachers are celebrating their victory in the APS “Supply My Class” sweepstakes this week.
COOLIDGE — School counselor Monica Garcia has enthusiastically dedicated the last three decades to helping high schoolers transition to the next stage in life and achieve their dreams. This year, she is piloting a new counseling program that will provide one-on-one support at least twice a y…
SIGNAL PEAK — Pinal County has new supervisor districts effective July 1, and the Central Arizona College Governing Board is using the same districts.
COOLIDGE — Coolidge Unified School District has only been back in session for about three weeks now, but the Governing Board and faculty have hit the ground running.
COOLIDGE — Parents and students got their first looks at the newly renovated campuses and locations for Coolidge Junior High School and Coolidge Alternative Program at both schools’ open houses on July 21.
COOLIDGE — A special literacy tutoring program is coming to West Elementary and Heartland Ranch Elementary for the new school year.
ELEVEN MILE CORNER — Even in the blazing heat of the summer, Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology veterinary science students and shelter volunteers are hard at work providing nutrition, socialization and general care to nearly 300 animals currently sheltered at Pinal County Animal…
COOLIDGE — Around November of last year, Imagine Prep Elementary School counselor Tanya Best began nominating a group of students for a special summer learning program. Of the 10 students she nominated, one was passionate enough to go through the lengthy application process and was accepted.
COOLIDGE — Over the summer, while some students may be traveling, relaxing by the pool or hanging out with friends, some in the Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology cosmetology program are hard at work earning the required technical experience they will need to enter the field of h…
SIGNAL PEAK — Central Arizona College will receive more than $1.4 million to help ensure low-income and first-generation college students earn a degree.
COOLIDGE — Students Against Destructive Decisions and Students Taking a New Direction Youth Coalition stood before the City Council last week to present facts and figures about tobacco-related house fires in recognition of May 31 as “World No Tobacco Day.”
COOLIDGE — It was an emotional night as students, faculty and families gathered on the Imagine Prep Coolidge football field May 24 to celebrate the accomplishments of the 2022 graduating class. Some students said farewell to a campus that has been their home since kindergarten.
COOLIDGE — Coolidge High School graduates celebrated the end of their public schooling on May 26 with a grand ceremony, featuring a boisterous crowd, fireworks and a lively after-party on the field.
COOLIDGE — Coolidge Junior High School will be returning to its original location, with a new principal, in July. After seven years closely neighboring Coolidge High School, the growing junior high will finally get the “opportunity to build their own, unique culture,” said district Director …
COOLIDGE — First-year school therapist Melonie Call is pioneering a new therapeutic photography group to help students dealing with difficult emotions brought on by the pandemic at Heartland Ranch Elementary.
COOLIDGE — Stacey Rich is only in her second year as career and technical education director and assistant principal at Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology. However, the enthusiasm she showed in her presentation at CAVIT’s May Membership Luncheon had the feeling of someone who has…
COOLIDGE – Imagine Prep senior, Kevin Miranda has had the Salutatorian distinction in his sights since junior year. Being notified he was very high in the running for the distinction last year gave him the motivation to finish his high school career strong.
COOLIDGE — The Coolidge Unified School District Governing Board held an especially celebratory and lively meeting with every seat filled in the large district auditorium.
COOLIDGE — Imagine Prep High School Valedictorian Diana Leon has dreams of following in her parents’ footsteps and starting her own business.
COOLIDGE – Coolidge High School senior Cheyenne Newton will be attending the University of Arizona tuition-free after graduating top of her class out of 120 students.
COOLIDGE – Aspiring travel nurse and 2022 Coolidge High School Salutatorian Alexis Borboa wants to thank the unsung heroes of public education in her salutatory speech on May 26.
Coolidge High School’s 2022 graduating class are the recipients of close to $2 million in scholarships. Here is the list of students and their awards this year:
COOLIDGE – Earlier this year, Coolidge High School teacher Michelle Gonzales partnered with Jobs for Arizona’s Graduates to bring an exciting new mode of learning to her classroom.
COOLIDGE — Another call for qualified individuals to join staff; a congratulations to students and parents for satisfactory state testing attendance; and an urge to be aware of bills aimed at removing public school funding, such as SB 1269, were all part of Coolidge Unified School District S…
COOLIDGE — Coolidge Unified School District has entered agreements to borrow another $7 million in bonds from the 2019 voter-approved $21 million school improvement bond authorization.
COOLIDGE — A 2014 Coolidge High School graduate is on track to become a veterinarian.
COOLIDGE — CAVIT hosted a Girl Scout Fire School for two troops in Florence and Coolidge as well as a troop from Marana on Saturday.
COOLIDGE — Both the city of Coolidge and the Coolidge Unified School District do not plan to let the increasing cost of fuel affect their operations.
COOLIDGE — At this week’s Pinal County Fair, 38 Coolidge High School FFA members will be showing their animals in the categories of carcass, showmanship and market.
COOLIDGE — Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology will likely have fewer students enrolled in the next school year as partner schools prioritize graduation.
COOLIDGE — The Coolidge City Council on Monday night did not want to suspend the late fees for library items without having more information.
COOLIDGE — The game between the Coolidge Bears and the Santa Cruz Valley Dust Devils was a testament to how quickly momentum can shift in a baseball game.
FLORENCE — The Coolidge baseball team has won one regular season game in the past two seasons, while those kinds of results would discourage anyone, Bears head coach Justin Rico said that this…
ELOY — Last season was brutal for the Coolidge softball program as the team’s only win came to close out the season
PRESCOTT VALLEY — Whether it be the long trip up north, the pressure of the moment or simply not playing to their potential, the Coolidge boys basketball team was a shell of itself in their qu…
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COOLIDGE — The Coolidge Unified School District will be installing a cell tower in downtown Coolidge to allow students to have access to the internet with school-issued iPads.
COOLIDGE — While there are a lot of unknowns of what the state Legislature will decide in regards to school funding, Finance Director Alyssa Garrett walked the Coolidge school board through po…
COOLIDGE — After Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology student Damon Patterson participated in a Consumercon budget exercise on Feb. 28, he said he was going to thank his parents that night.
COOLIDGE — Imagine Prep Coolidge’s FFA chapter may be younger and smaller compared to other chapters in the state, but they are just as willing to battle it out on the state and national stages.
COOLIDGE — It’s currently fair season for one of the largest and oldest FFA chapters in the state, and many of its competitors have spots in the state FFA competition Feb. 24-25 at the Univers…
COOLIDGE — Two Central Arizona Valley Institute of Technology students competed at the Health Occupation Students of America competition.
COOLIDGE — Coolidge parents wanting to track their children once they board the school bus to go home will have that opportunity next school year.
COOLIDGE — With enrollment increasing at two Coolidge elementary schools, the Coolidge Unified School District Governing Board on Feb. 8 approved making the junior high school in essence a mid…