Education

After nearly a decade leading the J.O. Combs Unified School District and more than 40 years in public education, Superintendent Dr. Greg Wyman is preparing to retire. His final day is expected to be at the conclusion of the 2025–2026 school year.The announcement, made public by the district, marks a significant transition for one of San Tan Valley'...

Massage therapists and rehab professionals in San Tan Valley and across Pinal County now have exclusive access to a nationally recognized continuing education program—thanks to a new partnership between Central Arizona College (CAC) and Niel Asher Education (NAE). Through its Workforce and Economic Development Division, CAC has been named the only ...

The Superstition Radio Control Helicopter Association (SRCHA) has partnered with the Central Arizona College (CAC) Foundation to create a new scholarship aimed at supporting students in CAC's upcoming drone program. SRCHA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the hobby of flying remote-controlled helicopters, hosts the annual Southwest H...

Two students from Central Arizona College's San Tan Valley Campus, Carina Tapia and Michal Sadilek, have been named to the prestigious Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society All-Arizona Academic Team. This recognition highlights their academic achievements, leadership, and commitment to service, earning them scholarship opportunities at Arizon...

Pinal County is excited to announce the launch of its Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), offering local youth a chance to gain valuable work experience and learn new skills over the summer. The program is designed to prepare students for future career success while earning a competitive wage. SYEP is a 7-week internship running from May 27 thr...

The J.O. Combs Unified School District (JCUSD) has announced a new partnership with Grad Solutions, offering students an alternative pathway to earn their high school diplomas. This initiative aims to support students who may be at risk of dropping out, providing a flexible and personalized approach to education. Grad Solutions specializes in stude...

Salman Rashid, a student from Harmon, won the Pinal County Spelling Bee last Friday, securing his place as the county champion. With this achievement, he will now represent Pinal County at the Arizona State Spelling Bee on Saturday, March 15. In addition to Salman's victory, another Harmon student, Liam Thompson, also competed in the county-level c...

Central Arizona College (CAC) is making it easier for high school students in Pinal County to transition into college and career pathways. Through a partnership with Pipeline AZ, CAC is rolling out the Bridge program, powered by My Future AZ—a tool designed to help students explore career options and connect them with real-world opportunities. Deve...

High school seniors in San Tan Valley have an exciting opportunity to secure financial support for their educational future, as Mediacom Communications announces its 24th annual World Class Scholarship program. The program will award 60 $1,000 scholarships to students planning to pursue college or vocational training after graduation. Key Deta...

The Central Arizona College Foundation has received a $50,000 donation from Cindy Schorr to establish the Joyce Amburgey Memorial Scholarship, designed to support Pinal County students pursuing higher education in the medical field.Joyce Amburgey, the scholarship's namesake, was raised in Middletown, Ohio. She left high school at 17 and dedicated m...

Central Arizona College (CAC) will celebrate the expansion of its Superstition Mountain Campus with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 10 a.m. The event will feature remarks from CAC President Dr. Jackie Elliott, Academic Dean Dr. Tina Berry, Andrea Ramos of McCarthy Building Companies, and Daniel Childers of Architekton. ...

Central Arizona College (CAC) has announced an exciting partnership with EPCOR to offer a groundbreaking Wastewater Career Exploration course. This eight-week program is designed to introduce participants to the dynamic and vital field of wastewater treatment and management.The Wastewater Career Exploration course offers attendees a range of unique...

The J.O. Combs Unified School District is calling on San Tan Valley businesses and organizations to join its upcoming Community CAFE Event on Tuesday, January 23rd, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. This dynamic event offers local leaders a chance to collaborate with the district, tackling critical challenges and supporting students, families, and school...

San Tan Valley high school students now have a unique opportunity to jumpstart their college education while saving time and money, thanks to Central Arizona College's (CAC) Dual Enrollment program. Offering a pathway to earn college credits during high school, this program is making higher education more accessible and affordable for local familie...

Exciting news for parents of young readers! Families residing within the boundaries of the **J.O. Combs Unified School District** can now access **three free, interactive reading apps** designed to make learning to read both fun and engaging for children from Pre-K through 3rd grade. These apps provide tailored lessons, games, and activities to hel...