TUSD hires Sanchez as superintendent

Tucson Unified School District's governing board voted 4-1 to name H.T. Sanchez as superintendent, with his contract and pay yet to be negotiated.

30 of 54 answering TUSD survey back Sanchez

The lone finalist for superintendent is a good fit for the Tucson Unified School District, if a survey of people attending a Wednesday forum is any gauge.

Tucson Unified School District finalist says communication key

TUSD superintendent finalist H.T. Sanchez says he doesn't believe in silver bullets that will solve all of education's challenges, but he does believe that communication is the key to addressing those problems head on.

Exclusive: H.T Sanchez, potential head of TUSD, hopes Tucson fits

“If this is where I’m needed, this is where I’ll be,” says H.T. Sanchez, the Texas native who hopes to take the top post at Tucson Unified School District.

TUSD to rehire 72 staff members

Six dozen TUSD teachers, librarians, counselors and others who were issued pink slips last month are being called back and offered contracts.

Sole finalist named for TUSD top post

Tucson Unified School District named only one finalist for superintendent.

TUSD names Texas educator as sole finalist for superintendent

Tucson Unified School District named only one finalist for superintendent.

Education notes

St. Gregory awarded grant to initiate a French club

TUSD board takes a look at top 10 hopefuls

Ten candidates vying to be the next leader of Tucson Unified School District were presented to the Governing Board on Tuesday for consideration.

Graduation failures decline

The number of high school seniors who did not graduate because of the AIMS test has been cut nearly in half in the Tucson area over the last two years.

Accept the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge

Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge

Vote aims to bring kids up to grade

A new promotion and retention policy that raises expectations in the Tucson Unified School District may also result in more students being held back a grade.

Education notes

UHS grads offered $31M in scholarships

Schools to feed needy students in summer

While school is out, Tucson-area districts are working to ensure breakfast and lunch programs continue for students in need.

Winner blends passions for both science, music

Tucson High Magnet senior Cathy Tran may be an award-winning science researcher, but don't be fooled. The 18-year-old can rock the steel drums, too.

Refugee from war-torn Somalia has ultimate goal of being doctor

When Aden Abdi first arrived in the United States at 9 years old, he and his family had hopes of a better life, education and success.

Education notes

Area teens honored at Intel science fair

Saguaro National Park fires volunteer over graffiti report

A Saguaro National Park East volunteer was fired from his job as a mounted trail patrol for contacting the news media about vandals painting graffiti on saguaros and boulders along one of the park's scenic trails earlier this week.

5 teams from Magee Middle School to compete in Odyssey of the Mind World Finals

For the 10th year in a row, Magee Middle School students will put their creative problem-solving skills to the test in the Odyssey of the Mind World Finals.

Illegal sale of property is alleged in Tucson Unified School District

TUSD's Property Control Department is under criminal investigation for allegations that employees have been selling district property illegally for six years.

Civil-rights complaint vs. TUSD settled

A civil-rights complaint regarding TUSD's treatment of Latinos has been resolved through a voluntary agreement with the district.

C.E. Rose, Desert Willow, FW High earn A+ honors

Three Tucson-area schools have earned the A+ School of Excellence distinction.

TUSD reverses decision on requiring 'culturally relevant' course

The Tucson Unified School District is backing down from requiring freshmen to take a "culturally relevant" course in the fall.

TUSD votes to lay off nearly 200 amid emotional pleas

The Tucson Unified School District Governing Board approved the layoffs of nearly 200 teachers, librarians, counselors and other certified employees Tuesday night.

Tucson Unified vote tonight may cut 187 jobs

The Tucson Unified School Distrct Governing Board will vote tonight on whether to issue pink slips to nearly 200 teachers, librarians, counselors and other certified employees.

Teacher Jaramillo 'radiates excitement,' wins award

Erickson Elementary School teacher Nora Jara-millo wears many hats.

Many TUSD programs won't get deseg funds

Many programs that once received desegregation funds in TUSD will no longer see that money under a new plan set to kick in next school year.

TUSD may spend $84.5 million on desegregation plan

The Tucson Unified School District may spend as much as $84.5 million on a plan designed to bring its schools into racial balance.

Education Notes

Tucson students named Flinn Scholars

TUSD plans new class to replace MAS

Freshmen at three TUSD high schools may be required to take a "culturally relevant" course in the fall as part of the district's effort to retain students.

Employee groups help TUSD bridge $17M deficit

TUSD has found a way to close what was once a projected $17 million budget deficit with the help of some recommendations from employee groups.

4 Tucson high schools score among top 10 in Arizona

A Basis Tucson charter school is ranked second-highest in the nation and its Scottsdale campus is ranked fifth, according to U.S. News & World Report.

More kids in TUSD could be held back

Tucson Unified School District could see a jump in the number of students held back a grade next school year if the Governing Board approves a new promotion and retention policy now being considered.

Students from outside Tucson Unified flock to University High

More than half of the freshmen who will enroll at the prestigious University High School live outside Tucson Unified School District.

Search firm for superintendent allays TUSD's fears

Amid concerns about whether Sunnyside's Manuel Isquierdo was properly vetted for a job in San Antonio, the search firm that is now charged with finding TUSD's next leader worked to alleviate the district's fears.

Search firm makes concessions, keeps TUSD's contract

Amid concerns about whether Sunnyside’s Manuel Isquierdo was properly vetted for a job in San Antonio, the search firm that is now charged with finding TUSD’s next leader worked to calm the district’s concerns.

Tucson Unified will allow charter school to lease closed site

Acknowledging TUSD has to be more open-minded if it's going to dispose of its vacant school sites, the Governing Board agreed to lease the shut-down Rogers Elementary to a charter school.

Education notes

Free McDonald's food for AIMS test takers

Education foundation marks 30 years of helping Tucson Unified students

Thirty years ago a group of local leaders came together with one common goal - to support the students and teachers of Tucson's largest school district.

Model school in TUSD is struggling

A new TUSD school, opened in 2011 with high academic expectations, is grappling with improving its performance.

Search firm that botched Texas schools chief hiring now looking for Tucson Unified's next boss

The search firm hired to find TUSD's next superintendent is the same one that recruited Sunnyside's Manuel Isquierdo to lead a San Antonio school district.

Tucson police seek help finding woman who steals Hondas

Police seek help finding woman who steals Hondas

Tucson police: Strip club workers sold drugs to customers

Police are investigating workers at a Tucson strip club after receiving a tip that employees were selling cocaine to customers.

TUSD enlists outside firm to find applicants for top job

The TUSD Governing Board has selected an external firm to conduct its search for the district's next superintendent.

TUSD board won't renew 23 administrators' contracts

The TUSD Governing Board decided not to renew contracts for 23 principals and assistant principals as a result of budget cuts and poor performance.

8 Pima County teens take culinary honors

Eight Pima County JTED students won scholarships at the Careers Through Culinary Arts Program final competition.

Principals at 4 Tucson Unified schools may lose jobs over their schools' performance

The Tucson Unified School District is recommending that contracts not be renewed for four principals in charge of schools that are at risk of being labeled failing.

TUSD recommending 4 principals' contracts to not be renewed

The Tucson Unified School District is recommending that contracts not be renewed for four principals in charge of schools that are at risk of being labeled failing.