Arizona Republicans are messing with public schools
Arizona Republicans want to enshrine school vouchers into the state constitution. Here's how.
Jun
2025
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ARIZONA SCHOOLS
Jun
2025
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University of Arizona ranked in World’s Best Research Universities
University of Arizona ranks in the top 0.5% of best universities worldwide—discover what makes this globally recognized institution stand out.
Jun
2025
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Bill that would allow parents to sue teachers over ‘antisemitic conduct’ moves to governor’s desk
The bill passed by the Arizona Legislature would allow students and their families to sue educators for "antisemitic conduct" in the classroom.
May
2025
27
Arizona Republicans want to tie school vouchers to public education funding, jeopardizing Prop 123
Arizona Republicans are using Proposition 123, a large source of public education funding, to get the controversial ESA school voucher program enshrined in the state constitution.
May
2025
7
Far-right Mesa school board member proposes policy to out trans students, bringing national attacks local
Sharon Benson’s proposed restrictions on trans students clash with Mesa Public Schools' existing protections and sparked widespread backlash from students, parents, and educators at a board meeting.
Apr
2025
29
‘A complete disaster for Arizonans:’ Trump’s first 100 days hits employment, healthcare, and education
Since January, Trump has abducted or deported nearly 140,000 people, issued over 140 executive orders, and signed five bills into law.
Apr
2025
18
GOP legislators ignored this school safety bill for years
Republican legislators ignored this school safety bill for years. Now they're running it as their own.
Apr
2025
9
AG Mayes asks US Supreme Court to rule against creation of state-sponsored religious charter schools
Charter schools in Arizona are funded by tax dollars and are required by the state and US Constitution to provide an education free from religious influence.
Apr
2025
9
Bill to allow for immigration raids at schools, libraries, and other public spaces advances in Legislature
The Arizona ICE Act would give federal agents carte blanche to enforce immigration laws however they see fit and require local leaders like school board members, firefighters, and even librarians to aid them in their efforts.
Mar
2025
27
‘Tone deaf’ proposal to ban pride flags, among others, meets dead end
Rep. Nick Kupper quickly moved to block his own bill that aimed to restrict the display of all but a few specific flags on government property, bringing First Amendment violation concerns.
