Education
26
Jan
2012
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Nita Berrios -
The J.O. Combs District Spelling Bee was held on Tuesday evening, January 24th at the J.O. Combs Middle School. All participants were introduced and presented with a Certificate of Participation.
24
Jan
2012
by
Guy Harrison -
CASA GRANDE, Ariz. – Decorated Vietnam War veteran and esteemed psychologist and psychotherapist Dr. Larry Germanson will be teaching two classes at Central Arizona College’s Corporate Center this spring, each aimed at increasing awareness and preparation for domestic violence and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Each course, offered through the college’s Community…
24
Jan
2012
by
Guy Harrison -
PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Karen Hindhede, full-time professor of English at Central Arizona College since 2009, has been named one of five recipients of the college’s George Fridell Excellence in Teaching Award. Formerly known as the President’s Award, the George Fridell Excellence in Teaching Award is presented annually in memory…
23
Jan
2012
by
Guy Harrison -
PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Whether you’re a small business owner who is still acclimating themselves with local law or a Pinal County resident who feels that they have been a victim of any wrongdoing by a business or local entity, then consider attending County Attorney 101, the next installment in…
23
Jan
2012
by
Guy Harrison -
CASA GRANDE, Ariz. – With the mild temperatures of a Sonoran winter comes the opportunity to experience the various landscapes that the desert has to offer. Register for Central Arizona College’s Hiking group through the college’s Central Arizona Lifelong Learners program and you can do just that. The group will…
23
Jan
2012
by
Guy Harrison -
CASA GRANDE, Ariz. – Allison Sandblom, owner of the Casa Grande Holistic Wellness Center, will instruct members of the community wishing to make a mind-body-spirit connection with a series of eight classes. Each class, geared toward holistic living is offered through Central Arizona College’s Community Education department.
23
Jan
2012
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Guy Harrison -
PINAL COUNTY, Ariz. – Submissions are now being accepted for Central Arizona College’s 12th Annual Poetry Contest Celebrating Black History Month. This year’s theme is Beyond the Borders of Differences. The contest is open to the Pinal County community as well as all CAC students.
21
Jan
2012
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Sandra McKitrick -
At Coolidge Unified School District’s January 11th regular Governing Board meeting, Governing Board Student Character Awards were presented to students from San Tan Valley schools. The following students were recognized and given a bumper sticker:
21
Jan
2012
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Sandra McKitrick -
At Coolidge Unified School District’s January 11th regular Governing Board meeting, Outstanding Service Awards were presented to employees Margaret Nance, David Taylor and Tjeerd Alberda of Mountain Vista Middle School.
18
Jan
2012
by
Guy Harrison -
Kevin Shultz, who served as program manager and CEO of Shoshone Information Technology from 2004-10, was introduced as Central Arizona College’s new director of integrated technology systems & support during the Jan. 17 Pinal County Community College Governing Board meeting held at the Signal Peak Campus. An eight-year director of…
17
Jan
2012
by
Sandra McKitrick -
The spring testing season will soon begin for the Coolidge Unified School District. All students in grades 2 – 10 are expected to test during this time, as well as any 11th or 12th grade students who have not yet “Met” the Arizona Standards for Reading, Writing, or Mathematics.
17
Jan
2012
by
Dana Hawman -
Rodel Exemplary Principal Finalist, Chris Knutsen (FHS) on Being Inspired to Lead: "My dad was an English teacher, principal, and ended as a superintendent before he retired. He was my high school principal, and I saw first hand the impact he made in the lives of young people.
