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This report includes news, entertainment, travel and business stories about Arizona history; a timeline of Arizona's early years; top 10 lists; a "did you know?" section; slideshows of people, places and things that define Arizona; and Arizona Storytellers - featuring Arizonans telling stories in their own voices.
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We know Arizona teachers are doing terrific things in their classrooms. And we want to share those stories. Do you have a story idea about yourself - or another special teacher? Want to tell us what's happening at your school, in your classroom?
The 2012 Echoes and Reflections Moral Courage Essay Contest asks students to use the lens of the Holocaust to learn about and reflect upon the meaning of moral courage, then choose a person from a historical or contemporary period to research. Cash awards will be presented to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each of three divisions: Grades 7-8, Grades 9-10 and Grades 11-12. Deadline is March 7. Click here for details.
Arizona is home to 21 federally-recognized American Indian tribes, and nearly 300,000 member live in the state, as their ancestors have for hundreds of years. Each tribe has its own rich history, distinct language and cherished ceremonies. Modern times have jeopardized some of them, yet many members of Arizona's tribes work tirelessly to maintain their connection to the past. It's those rituals that continue to enhance Arizona's rich culture.
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In celebration of Black History Month, we complied a selection of videos from NBC Learn's 'Finishing the Dream' to use as an aid to teach the struggles and celebrate the triumphs of the Civil Rights movement over the span of 60 years. 'Finishing the Dream' is a project by NBC Learn, the educational arm of NBC News, and the W.K. Kellogg Foundation
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