While many school districts across the state struggle to offer electives to middle-school students, the Kyrene district is announcing an expansion, in both the number of choices and the frequency of the exploratory classes, for this academic year, 2016-17.

One of my earliest childhood memories floats back to me every now and then.

Overseeing the transition of Kyrene del Norte into a dual language academy is a job Principal Jaime Soto prepared for his entire life.

One of Tempe’s signature events that has raised big money for the Sister Cities program is undergoing substantial changes this year.

There seems to be very little disagreement: Tempe can be an exciting and safe place to visit, live and get an education, due in part to a longstanding collaboration between Arizona State University and the city of Tempe.

Registration is underway for adult and children’s classes offered at University Animal Hospital under auspices of the Tempe Parks and Recreation Department.