New TUSD policy allows limited AI use in high schools
The Tucson Unified School District has approved a new policy allowing limited use of artificial intelligence tools in high school classrooms, with stricter controls for younger students.
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News about K-12 education, the University of Arizona and Pima Community College.
TUSD seeks voter OK for $45M in school funding
Tucson Unified School District has approved a $45 million budget override proposal—the first in 30 years—to boost teacher pay, expand student services and strengthen academic programs, pending voter approval in November.
UA fires Native Student Affairs Director amid cultural center consolidation
The University of Arizona’s firing of the Native American Student Affairs director and consolidation of cultural centers has sparked backlash from Indigenous students and leaders who say they were excluded from the decision-making process.
Pima County educators, students honored for empowering youth
The Metropolitan Education Commission honored outstanding students, educators, and community leaders in Pima County for their efforts to advance youth success and educational equity.
Friends still hopeful in search for missing UA grad
Friends, family and colleagues of Patricia Woo, a bright and beloved University of Arizona graduate student, are searching for answers and holding onto hope after her mysterious disappearance on Mount Lemmon last month.
UA climate plan stalls amid shifting priorities and federal DEI restrictions
Despite years of development, the University of Arizona’s Climate Action Plan has stalled amid shifting federal policies and administrative priorities, sparking student protests and concerns about the university’s commitment to sustainability.
TUSD moves forward with climate action plan after funding vote
The Tucson Unified School District voted to fund a student-written Climate Action Plan—hailed as the most comprehensive in the nation—that aims to make its schools net-zero and fully sustainable by 2040.
Events spotlight local efforts in Missing and Murdered Indigenous People crisis
Through walks, a symposium and community gatherings, Tucson advocates are building support networks and demanding justice for missing and murdered Indigenous people.
Engines roar and futures ignite at Baja SAE competition in Marana
The Baja SAE competition in Marana brought together 68 university teams to showcase their engineering skills and off-road vehicle prototypes, offering students hands-on experience while fostering community and collaboration.