It’s almost that time again: the start of a new school year. For select Flagstaff students, that means attending one of the town’s charter schools, such as Pine Forest School, Mountain School and Haven Montessori Charter School. And for the charter schools, that means budgeting for another year of operations with limited government funds. While each school features its own unique educational methods and philosophies, one commonality connects them: the necessity of fundraising, yearly fees, and … [Read more...] about Charter Schools Facing Challenges
Local Teens Securing First Jobs
When Tiffany Halvorsen was 15, she applied for her very first job at Chick-fil-A. She recalls, “I was super nervous, and I don’t know why. When you first get a job anywhere, you just want someone to call you back.” Now 19 and studying forestry at NAU, she is grateful for the interviewing and time management experience she gained from her first job. And that experience has paid off: since Chick-fil-A, she has landed several other positions, including her current job as a front end team member at … [Read more...] about Local Teens Securing First Jobs
