“Skate after School” at Larry C. Kennedy school in Phoenix teaches intrepid students how to skateboard. Program directors say it’s important for the kids to have something to do when class is out.
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Local elementary school teaches mindfulness to improve mental health of students
VIdeoDavid Crockett Elementary School is helping to combat Arizona’s high rates of mental health issues by teaching students mindfulness techniques. Instructors say mindfulness teaches students how to deal with their emotions in a productive way.
Brophy Prep hosts fundraiser to help those deported to Sonora, Mexico
VIdeoBrophy College Preparatory and Kino Border Initiatives host a fundraiser for individuals deported to Sonora, Mexico. The fundraiser ultimately raised $150,000.
Arizona group supports upcoming female coders
VIdeoA group of female coders meet once a week at a Valley bookstore to create community and provide tutoring to one another. Currently, 73% of the coding field is composed of men.
ASU program integrates engineering and Navajo culture
VIdeoStudents at Arizona State University’s Polytechnic School have created a program designed to integrate engineering skills with traditional Navajo culture. Part of their program aims to encourage middle school Navajo students to take an interest in engineering.
Solar Spell digital libraries bring education to third world countries
VIdeoA team from ASU’s Polytechnic campus works on building digital learning libraries that work without an internet connection. Solar Spell libraries are already in places such as Vanuatu, Samoa, Micronesia and Tonga.
NAU a cappella teams to compete in international championship
VIdeoNorthern Arizona University will send four teams to the International Championship for Collegiate A Cappella this year. The groups credit their originality and group-dynamic for their season success.
