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Mesa elects new governing board members

Congratulations to the newly elected Governing Board members Sharon Benson, Lacy Chaffee, and returning board member Courtney Davis.

By SE Valley Times | Nov 20, 2024

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Summit discusses classroom-to-career pathways connecting education with job markets

By SE Valley Times | Nov 19, 2024

Rio Salado College President Kate Smith participated in the "Raise the Bar: Classroom-to-Career Pathways" summit organized by the U.S. Department of Education on November 13, 2024, in Washington, D.C. The event aimed to highlight strategies that...

Euporea Dance Concert scheduled for this week

By SE Valley Times | Nov 18, 2024

The Euporea Dance Concert is scheduled for this Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m. Tickets are available for purchase online.

Rio Salado College receives $20K grant for student entrepreneur support

By SE Valley Times | Nov 18, 2024

Rio Salado College has been awarded $20,000 by the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship and Everyday Entrepreneurship (NACCE), with contributions from Chip and Stuart Weismiller.

Effective study tips from psychology expert Jennifer Moore

By SE Valley Times | Nov 17, 2024

In the quest to maintain focus amidst distractions, individuals often face both external and internal challenges.

Rio Salado College hosts International Education Week with diverse cultural events

By SE Valley Times | Nov 16, 2024

International Education Week is set to take place from November 18-22, and Rio Salado College has organized a series of events to mark the occasion.

Patricia Hernandez receives award for advocacy in addiction counseling

By SE Valley Times | Nov 15, 2024

Dr. Patricia Hernandez, Faculty Chair for Addiction Studies and Behavioral Science at Rio Salado College, has been honored with the 2024 Community Circle Award by the Arizona Association of Addiction Professionals (AAAP).

School encourages participation in 'Cans for Duds' charity drive

Thank you for granting me the privilege of working with your scholars.

Arizona honors Emmett Burnton as Teacher of The Year

Emmett Burnton, a history teacher at Deer Valley Unified School District and dual enrollment instructor for Rio Salado College, has been named Arizona's 2025 Teacher of the Year.

Gilbert High student wins silver award at national welding competition

Ryan Fifield, a junior at Gilbert High School, has been awarded the Silver Award at the J.F. Lincoln Foundation’s National Competition in the High School Welding Project Division.

Robotics team at Corona del Sol receives SRP grant for STEM project

Corona del Sol High School's robotics team has been awarded a grant from Salt River Project (SRP) for their innovative STEM project.

Gilbert Days Parade showcases student-led vision for future

The Gilbert Days Parade is set to return on November 23, 2024, celebrating the town's heritage with the theme "The Decades of Gilbert."

Rio Salado College named finalist for Arizona tech innovation award

Rio Salado College has been named a finalist in the Judges Award category at the Arizona Technology Council’s Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Awards.

Rio Salado College partners with UA to boost semiconductor education

Rio Salado College and the University of Arizona Center for Semiconductor Manufacturing have entered into a formal partnership to strengthen Arizona's semiconductor workforce.

Stevenson Elementary spotlighted by Mesa Public Schools for outstanding contributions

Mesa Public Schools recently highlighted Stevenson Elementary as the Spotlight School at their November 12 board meeting.

Rio Salado College launches new affinity groups for students

By SE Valley Times | Nov 12, 2024

Rio Salado College has announced the formation of affinity groups aimed at enhancing student engagement and community building.

Arizona-Mexico commission strengthens educational ties through new agreements

By SE Valley Times | Nov 8, 2024

Rio Salado College President Kate Smith participated in the 65th Annual Plenary Meeting organized by the Arizona-Mexico Commission (AMC) and Comisión Sonora Estados Unidos (CSEU) on October 24-25 in Hermosillo, Sonora.

Kyrene School District receives Navajo Nation grant for Native American student programs

By SE Valley Times | Nov 8, 2024

Native American students in the Kyrene School District are set to benefit from a unique grant partnership.