Maricopa County School Superintendent's Office

09/11/2026

🇺🇸 Today we honor the bravery of our first responders, the resilience of the American spirit, and the nearly 3,000 lives lost on September 11, 2001 — a day that forever changed our nation. May we continue to stand together as one nation, indivisible, with freedom and justice for all — and may we never forget the spirit and unity that carried us through the darkest of days. 🕊️

09/10/2026

🔓 Unlock Your Healthcare Career: Medical Assisting, Your Fast Track!

Medical assistants need strong writing, reading, and math. Accurate dosages and clear communication are vital. Clear handwriting ensures patients receive the right medication and information from their provider.

🎥 Watch the full Industry Spotlight (Senior Medical Assistant Banner Health)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wV1qBm_iEj0

09/10/2026

🕊️ Remembering Charlie Kirk.

Today, we remember our dear friend Charlie Kirk — a devoted husband and father, a man of deep faith, and a tireless champion for America's young people.
Charlie believed in the power of knowledge to change lives. He inspired a generation to think for themselves, to ask hard questions, to seek the truth, and to stand courageously for what they believe. His passion for learning and his conviction that young people deserve the truth touched millions.

May we do his legacy justice and carry it forward with honor: a commitment to our students, to honest inquiry, and to a hopeful future built by a generation unafraid to think, to learn, and to lead.
Charlie, your spirit and mission will never be forgotten. Thank you for showing us the way. 🇺🇸


Photo credit: Gage Skidmore

09/09/2026

📖 Here's a simple literacy habit with a big payoff: read together 20 minutes a day. It doesn't have to be fancy — take turns reading, talk about the pictures, or let your child 'read' the story to you. Library cards are free, and a trip to your local library makes a wonderful weekend adventure. Little readers become strong readers, one page at a time. 🌟

09/08/2026

📚 Today is International Literacy Day — a global celebration of reading and the doors it opens — and the perfect kickoff to Literacy Month! Reading together, even 20 minutes a day, builds vocabulary, imagination, and connection. Picture book, chapter book, or comic, the best book is the one your child loves. Curl up and enjoy a story today. 🥰

09/08/2026

🔧 Most phones, tablets, game consoles, and streaming apps come with free parental controls — and they're worth setting up. They can filter mature content, set screen-time limits, manage app downloads and purchases, and give you a window into activity. A weekend is a great time to explore the settings on your family's devices together.

09/04/2026

Superintendent Shelli Boggs is passionate about creating opportunities for every student.

Knowing that education can change the trajectory of a young person’s life, Superintendent Boggs fostered a partnership with ASU to give students in juvenile detention who have earned their GED or high school diploma the opportunity to begin taking college courses while in detention.

Because a student’s circumstances today should never define their future.

Education opens doors — and Superintendent Boggs is committed to making sure every student has the opportunity to walk through them. 🎓🔑

The new ASU program allows students with a high school diploma or GED to complete college-level courses.

09/04/2026

🎣 'You won a prize!' 'Your account is locked — click here!' Online scams and phishing messages are designed to trick kids (and grown-ups) into clicking or handing over information. Teach kids to be suspicious of anything that seems too good to be true, super urgent, or that asks for personal details or passwords. The safe move: don't click, don't reply, and check with a trusted adult. When in doubt, delete it. 🛡️

09/03/2026

👣 Every photo, comment, and post a child shares online leaves a 'digital footprint' — a trail that can last far longer than expected and be seen by people they never intended. A simple test to teach kids before they post: 'Would I be okay with my teacher, my grandma, and a stranger all seeing this?' Remind them that screenshots and reposts mean even 'disappearing' messages can stick around. Pausing before posting protects a child's privacy — and their reputation — for years to come. 🔒

09/03/2026

Photon Detectors: Saving Lives & Detecting Cancer?!

Photon detectors play a crucial role in both pulse oximeters and ventilators and can even detect cancer cells! ✨ This spotlight highlights how teamwork and advanced technology can help solve real-life problems in applications as diverse as the biomedical, automotive, and defense industries!

🎥 Watch the full Industry Spotlight (General Manager at Laser Components Detector Group)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aS_BmL5i_54