Phoenix Union High School District

ASU W. P. Carey School of Business and Phoenix Union launch financial literacy partnership

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Tuesday, August 15, 2023

TEMPE, Ariz., Aug. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- As Camelback High School students return to school this fall, 150 of them will complete a new program focused on improving financial literacy. The new partnership between Phoenix Union High School District (PXU) and the W. P. Carey School of Business hopes to boost practical financial knowledge in young people, leading toward better financial outcomes for students and their communities.

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  • The new partnership between Phoenix Union High School District (PXU) and the W. P. Carey School of Business hopes to boost practical financial knowledge in young people, leading toward better financial outcomes for students and their communities.
  • We hope early financial literacy education can play a role in breaking that cycle and teaching students sound financial habits."
  • "As a business school, we not only need to engage with banks and corporations, but also in helping individuals make better financial decisions.
  • Through the financial literacy program and our partnership with Phoenix Union High School District, we are investing in Arizona students and families."

EA SPORTS Madden NFL 23 Predicts Philadelphia Eagles To Win Super Bowl LVII 31-17

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Monday, February 6, 2023

Fans can interact directly with EA SPORTS online with today’s reveal of the official Madden NFL 23 Super Bowl LVII Prediction , in Madden NFL 23 with fresh Super Bowl content and new experiences, in person in Phoenix, Arizona at a community event that unites some of the biggest brands in sports to inspire the next generation of fans, and even more fan experiences around Super Bowl LVII.

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  • Fans can interact directly with EA SPORTS online with today’s reveal of the official Madden NFL 23 Super Bowl LVII Prediction , in Madden NFL 23 with fresh Super Bowl content and new experiences, in person in Phoenix, Arizona at a community event that unites some of the biggest brands in sports to inspire the next generation of fans, and even more fan experiences around Super Bowl LVII.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230206005435/en/
    Madden NFL 23 predicts the Philadelphia Eagles to win Super Bowl LVII 31 to 17 over the Kansas City Chiefs (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “Madden NFL has been the preeminent interactive entertainment brand tied to football culture for decades and the Super Bowl is the marquee event that brings all sports fans together around a shared love of world class NFL football,” said Julie Foster, VP of EA SPORTS Brand.
  • “We’re excited to be back in Arizona and to continue entertaining football fans everywhere through engaging experiences that only Madden NFL can deliver.”
    Here is a snapshot of how fans can engage with Madden NFL 23 during Super Bowl Week:
    WATCH: Leveraging the game-changing impact of the FieldSENSE™ Gameplay System, Madden NFL 23 predicts Jalen Hurts to deliver a Super Bowl MVP worthy performance leading the Eagles to a second Super Bowl victory, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 31 to 17 in Super Bowl LVII.
  • The crowning event of the Madden NFL 23 Championship Series will air on Madden NFL Twitch and YouTube with the winner taking home $250,000 of the $1 million prize pool.

Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI) to Reveal NABI Nation Brand Uniforms at Phoenix Suns Game

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

PHOENIX, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI), presented by Ak-Chin Indian Community will reveal its 20th Anniversary Edition NABI uniform on April 4 at a Phoenix Suns Originativ game.

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  • PHOENIX, Feb. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Native American Basketball Invitational (NABI), presented by Ak-Chin Indian Community will reveal its 20th Anniversary Edition NABI uniform on April 4 at a Phoenix Suns Originativ game.
  • The 2023 uniforms will be self-produced by NABI's own brand, NABI Nation.
  • The new design incorporates a theme that aligns with the Phoenix Suns community edition Native American-themed uniforms.
  • "Self-producing under NABI Nation brings both NABI and NABI Nation brands full circle."

Super Bowl LVII's Mission 57: End Student Hunger Completes 57-School Effort to Tackle Youth Food Insecurity in Arizona

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Today's grant marks the completion of Mission 57: End Student Hunger, a community initiative aligned with Super Bowl LVII which has – through additional support provided by BHHS Legacy Foundation, Fiesta Bowl Charities, Fry's Food Stores, and the ISA Foundation -- provided a total of 57 equipment packages to help tackle food insecurity and increase physical activity in high-need Arizona schools. Nearly one in five² children in Arizona are living in food insecurity yet the state ranks in the bottom half of all states in school breakfast participation³.

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  • Today's grant marks the completion of Mission 57: End Student Hunger, a community initiative aligned with Super Bowl LVII which has – through additional support provided by BHHS Legacy Foundation, Fiesta Bowl Charities, Fry's Food Stores, and the ISA Foundation -- provided a total of 57 equipment packages to help tackle food insecurity and increase physical activity in high-need Arizona schools.
  • Nearly one in five² children in Arizona are living in food insecurity yet the state ranks in the bottom half of all states in school breakfast participation³.
  • All totaled, Mission 57 will provide access to over 8.5 million school meals among 31,000 Arizona students.
  • For more information on Mission 57: End Student Hunger and to purchase tickets to Taste of the NFL, visit GENOUthNow.org and TasteoftheNFL.com .

Education Week Announces 2023 Leaders To Learn From

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Monday, February 6, 2023

WASHINGTON, Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Education Week released today its 11th annual Leaders To Learn From special issue, highlighting the work of 8 district leaders who have deployed innovative solutions to fix some of the most pressing challenges facing K-12 schools in this critical period.

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  • This year's EdWeek's Leaders To Learn From showcases leaders who have used their talents to get better outcomes for students.
  • These leaders represent one of the most diverse groups of honorees since Education Week first began elevating outstanding district leaders more than a decade ago.
  • "As our schools navigate a time of significant change and uncertainty, I am deeply impressed with the resilience and innovation of our 2023 Leaders To Learn From," said Education Week President & CEO Michele Givens.
  • To learn more about the 2023 Leaders To Learn From and to nominate future Leaders, please visit leaders.edweek.org
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HeroZona Foundation Announces 19th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

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Friday, November 18, 2022

PHOENIX, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce the 19th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, families in need will receive free turkeys beginning at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.) There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last. Fresh vegetables will also be given out to recipients, all provided by Diana Gregory Outreach Services.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce the 19th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. During the event, families in need will receive free turkeys beginning at the Travis L. Williams American Legion Post 65 (1624 E. Broadway Rd.)
  • There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last.
  • "We want to make sure that all our community members have the chance to eat hearty Thanksgiving meals with their friends and loved ones."
  • The HeroZona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education.

Boxlight Named “Overall EdTech Company of the Year” in 2022 EdTech Breakthrough Awards Program

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Thursday, June 9, 2022

Boxlights dynamic portfolio of breakthrough classroom technology empowers teachers with innovative solutions for classroom collaboration, real-time assessments, STEM-based learning and more.

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  • Boxlights dynamic portfolio of breakthrough classroom technology empowers teachers with innovative solutions for classroom collaboration, real-time assessments, STEM-based learning and more.
  • To help more districts, schools, teachers, and students implement their best-in-class edtech, Boxlight recently launched Boxlight Financial Services.
  • This program allows more districts and schools whatever their size to implement the edtech solutions they need.
  • Part of Tech Breakthrough , a leading market intelligence and recognition platform for global technology innovation and leadership, the EdTech Breakthrough Awards program is devoted to honoring excellence in educational technology products, companies and people.

HeroZona Foundation Partners with Community Groups for Holiday Heroes Giving Campaign

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Friday, December 17, 2021

PHOENIX, Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce it will partner with the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation to donate thousands of dollars to families in need ahead of the holiday.

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  • PHOENIX, Dec. 17, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce it will partner with the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation to donate thousands of dollars to families in need ahead of the holiday.
  • Other initiatives include Phoenix Tools 4 School, Holiday Bike Giveaways, MLK Celebrating the Dream, Play It Forward: Engaging Our Youth Through the Arts, Veterans Reach to Teach and the HeroZona Forgotten Heroes Breakfast.
  • The HeroZona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education.
  • The foundation's mission is to create opportunities for the brave men and women who serve their country, and community, every day.

Sons of American Legion, HeroZona Foundation Announce 18th Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway

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Thursday, November 18, 2021

PHOENIX, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce the 18th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway in a drive-thru format to ensure the safety of volunteers and individuals picking up the donations.

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  • PHOENIX, Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- HeroZona Foundation is excited to announce the 18th annual Thanksgiving Turkey Giveaway in a drive-thru format to ensure the safety of volunteers and individuals picking up the donations.
  • There will be a limit of one frozen turkey per family with no income requirements or ID necessary, while supplies last.
  • "We want to make sure that families have both hearty Thanksgiving meals and the chance to get vaccinated if they aren't already."
  • The HeroZona Foundation is a non-profit organization that empowers Heroes in the community through entrepreneurship, employment, and education.

Three Phoenix Union High School District Schools To Soar With New Athletic Fields By Hellas Construction

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Thursday, August 6, 2020

PHOENIX, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Phoenix Union High School District has selected Hellas Construction, the Official Artificial Turf Provider of the Las Vegas Raiders, to build the first three of 10 new synthetic turf fields for the district.

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  • PHOENIX, Aug. 6, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Phoenix Union High School District has selected Hellas Construction, the Official Artificial Turf Provider of the Las Vegas Raiders, to build the first three of 10 new synthetic turf fields for the district.
  • Phoenix Union High School District serves more than 27,000 students across 17 high schools, covering a 220 square mile area.
  • Hellas products are protected by one or more of the following patents: 6,800,339; 7,838,096; 7,249,913; 7,364,634. hellasconstruction.com
    Phoenix Union High School District is a high school only district in Phoenix, Arizona.
  • Alhambra High School, Phoenix Union High School and Carver High School are the three high schools in the district.