Arizona Educational Foundation

🚨 LAST CALL FOR REGISTRATION! 🚨

Don't miss your opportunity to join these engaging AEF Academy professional learning sessions designed to inspire, inform, and empower Arizona educators and school leaders. Registration is closing soon!

📚 Upcoming Courses:
🔹 Spelling Bee 101: How to Enroll and Get Started — August 18
🔹 National Board 101: Your Path to Certification — August 20
🔹 Pathway to Excellence: Using AEF A+ Program to Building Resilient Rural Schools — August 26
🔹 Giving Arizona Schools the Shine They Deserve: How the AEF Shine Squad Can Impact Your Campus — August 26

Whether you're looking to launch a successful spelling bee, begin your National Board Certification journey, learn from award-winning schools, or discover new ways to enhance your campus, these sessions offer practical tools and valuable insights you can put into action right away.

⏰ Seats are limited and registration closes soon—secure your spot today! Scan the QR code or visit https://azedfoundation.org/news-events/events/ to get enrolled now!

We are so excited to announce the 2027 Arizona Teacher of the Year is... LISA SCOTT from Esmond Station K-8 School in the Vail School District 🎉🙌❤️
She is entering her 22nd year as a teacher. Scott teaches 8th Grade Science and Social Studies. Learn more about her and the other Honorees at https://azedfoundation.org/news/arizona-educational-foundation-announces-2027-arizona-teacher-of-the-year-and-arizona-education-hall-of-fame-honorees/
Thank you so much to all that came to celebrate with us at our exciting Back to School Breakfast presented by Desert Financial Credit Union!

⚾🎉 Step up to the plate and celebrate Arizona's amazing educators! 🎉⚾

Get ready for an unforgettable Arizona Diamondbacks Teacher Appreciation Night! Celebrate Arizona's incredible educators, cheer on the D-backs, and make an impact while you're at it!

🎟️ Purchase your tickets through our special link and $5 from every ticket goes directly back to AEF, helping us continue to champion education and support educators across Arizona. https://www.gofevo.com/event/AZEF26

Baseball. Teachers. Giving Back. It's a home run! 💙🍎 Grab your tickets and join the fun!

🌟 Registration is NOW OPEN for AEF Academy's August Courses! 🌟

Take advantage of four exciting professional learning opportunities designed to support educators, school leaders, and school communities across Arizona.

📚 August 18th – Spelling Bee 101: How to Enroll and Get Started
🍎 August 20th – National Board 101: Your Path to Certification
🏫 August 26th – Pathway to Excellence: Using AEF A+ Program to Build Resilient Rural Schools
✨ August 26th – Giving Arizona Schools the Shine They Deserve: How the AEF Shine Squad Can Impact Your Campus

Whether you're looking to advance your career, strengthen your school, or discover new resources and opportunities, these sessions offer practical strategies, expert insights, and tools you can put into action immediately.

🎓 Don't wait—registration is open and spots are filling quickly. Secure your place today! Scan the QR or code or visit https://azedfoundation.org/news-events/events/ to register!

🎉 The countdown is on! 🎉

We are officially one week away from AEF’s Back to School Breakfast, presented by Desert Financial Credit Union, and the excitement is building! Join us for an inspiring morning filled with celebration, connection, and a shared passion for supporting Arizona’s educators! From honoring outstanding teachers to kicking off a brand-new school year, this is an event you won’t want to miss!

📅 August 7 — We’ll see you there! 💙

Meet our Back-to-School Breakfast emcee, Kim Covington! 🎤❤️

Kim’s work with the Arizona Community Foundation focuses on bringing together partners, leaders, and communities to create meaningful opportunities across Arizona. Her commitment to collaboration and positive change reflects the heart of what AEF stands for — bringing people together to support and uplift education.

Thank you to Desert Financial Credit Union for being the presenting sponsor of our Back-to-School Breakfast and helping us celebrate the incredible educators who make a difference in our communities every day. We’re honored to have Kim help us celebrate Arizona educators and the start of another exciting school year on August 7! The Covington Companies, LLC

It takes incredible partners to create incredible impact! A huge thank you to our Transforming Education sponsors, Northern Arizona University, Arizona K12 Center at Northern Arizona University, Salt River Project, Fiesta Bowl, Helios Education Foundation, and Maricopa County School Superintendent's Office for making our Back-to-School Breakfast possible. Your commitment to Arizona's educators and students is creating meaningful change, and we're so grateful for your partnership! ❤️🙌

✨ Join AEF's Shine Squad on July 20th! 🍎📚

Help teachers at Genesis City (Genesis Academy) move into their classrooms and get ready to welcome students for the new school year. Just a few hours of your time can make a lasting impact!

Sign up today and help us give our educators the support they deserve. https://www.justserve.org/projects/a6493fc1-987f-43ef-bbf7-5119773e46e4

The countdown is on, and we couldn't be more excited! AEF's Back to School Breakfast is just 1 month away! 🎉

On August 7th, we will come together to celebrate Arizona's incredible educators - our classroom heroes who inspire, educate, and empower students every single day. This morning of connection, celebration, and inspiration is the perfect way to kick off a brand-new school year! 🙌❤️

Thanks to our amazing sponsor, Desert Financial Credit Union we're able to create an unforgettable experience that celebrates the heart of our schools - our educators! You don't want to miss this inspiring event, get your tickets now! 🎟️❤️
Scan the QR code, or visit https://azedfoundation.org/events/back-to-school-breakfast-presented-by-desert-financial/

Calling all teachers! 🎉
Arizona Public Service - APS is proud to support the incredible teachers who inspire students every day! 🍎 If you're a K–12 teacher within the APS service territory, don't miss your chance to enter to win a $500 prepaid card for classroom supplies! Entries are open July 6–August 10, best of luck! https://www.aps.com/en/About/Community/In-the-Community/Education/APS-Supply-My-Class