Gov. Doug Ducey rescinds order that directs schools in Arizona to require masks for students
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey has rescinded an order that requires schools in Arizona to require masks for its students and staff members.
Nearly 50% of recent college graduates are jobless, survey says
A survey conducted by Monster found that nearly 50% of recent college graduates are jobless amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Grand Canyon University celebrates biggest graduating class in its history
2021's graduating class at Grand Canyon University is the biggest in the Christian college's history, and also includes an emotional moment for the family of a student who died in a car crash before he was set to take part in the ceremony.
Arizona students, teachers plead for more mental health resources on campus
Students and teachers say now that the entire education has been shifted, accommodations need to be made in terms of mental health. Otherwise, there could be another crisis in our schools.
NIH funds new COVID-19 testing initiative to get students back to classrooms in vulnerable areas
While other studies are looking at physical distancing and other ways to keep children safe at school, this NIH initiative focuses solely on how to best implement COVID-19 testing among the students, teachers and staff.
Little girl with cystic fibrosis designs superhero costume with ASU students
Meet one of Phoenix Children's Hospital's newest superheroes. Eight-year-old Ava has battled cystic fibrosis her entire life and has been picked to be featured in this year's virtual Power Play.
Gilbert Public Schools offer employee raises weeks after teacher layoffs
In March, Gilbert Public Schools laid off more than 150 teachers and staff just as schools began welcoming students and school employees back to campus, but now they're offering employees raises.
'Mesa College Promise': Graduating Mesa high school students can attend MCC for free
The "Mesa College Promise" is a program where eligible graduating Mesa high school students can attend Mesa Community College for two years for free. FOX 10's Anita Roman has the details.
Allure of leading Arizona pulls Lloyd away from Gonzaga
“This was the only place I would have left Gonzaga, to come to be the head coach at the University of Arizona,” Lloyd said Thursday as he was introduced at Arizona. “I can’t wait to start this adventure.”
Parents protest sex education bill at Arizona state capitol
A group of parents gathered on April 15 to ask Governor Doug Ducey to veto Senate Bill 1456, which they say is discriminatory.
Atlanta school named for KKK leader renamed for Hank Aaron
An Atlanta high school named after a Confederate general and Ku Klux Klan leader will change its name to honor late Atlanta Braves Hall of Famer Hank Aaron.
ASU study shows heat acclimation program may help boost athletes' performance
A new study out of Arizona State University shows how a heat acclimation program may benefit athletes. FOX 10's Tom Fergus has the story.
Arizona taps Gonzaga’s Lloyd to lead men’s basketball team
Lloyd replaces Sean Miller, who was fired after 12 years on April 7 amid an NCAA infractions investigation.
Conservatives propose revised Arizona sex ed rules in LGBTQ pushback
Two years after Arizona lawmakers repealed a ban on any HIV/AIDS instruction that “promotes a homosexual lifestyle" as they faced a lawsuit, they have approved revamping the state's sex education laws to make them some of the strictest in the nation when it comes to teaching about LGBTQ issues.
'Zoom in a Room:' California ranks last in the country for reopening schools
California, the most populated state is lagging the rest of the country in reopening schools — and in some cases offering options that parents say are unacceptable.
Chandler students get lesson in water conservation ahead of Earth Day
Kids at a Chandler school are getting a lesson in water conservation from a mobile classroom in advance of Earth Day. FOX 10's Ty Brennan has the story.
Aledo ISD students punished for ‘slave trade auction’ on Snapchat of Black classmates
After an investigation, the district says it disciplined the students involved for cyberbullying and racial harassment. They noted the incident caused a lot of pain for the victims, their families and other students of color.
Girl Gang Garage inspires women to explore skilled trades
The group's mission is to empower women's entry and advancement within the automotive and skilled trade industries. FOX 10's Ty Brennan reports. MORE: https://www.girlganggarage.com
Colleges in US divided over requiring student vaccinations
U.S. colleges hoping for a return to normalcy next fall are weighing how far they should go in urging students to get the COVID-19 vaccine.
Medieval Times resumes educational shows
Medieval Times in Scottsdale is resuming school matinees starting April 9. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.