ESS Blog
Mon, Feb 23, 2026
The Arizona Department of Education (ADE) has paused the implementation of Non‑Fundable Interval (NFI) until further notice.
Thu, Feb 19, 2026
From Evaluation to Service Delivery: Research-Informed Practices That Empower SLPs to Navigate Tensions and Strengthen Collaboration with Marie Ireland
Thu, Feb 19, 2026
The Arizona Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArSHA) will hold its annual convention on March 27–28 in Mesa.
Thu, Feb 12, 2026
In accordance with A.R.S. §15-905(L), the FY 2025 BUDG-75 Expenditure Analysis Letters are now published.
Thu, Feb 12, 2026
Tue, Feb 10, 2026
New federal guidance cites Supreme Court decisionPHOENIX – The U.S.
Tue, Feb 10, 2026
Mon, Feb 9, 2026
Are you overwhelmed by professional development? Don’t have time for a 90-minute webinar?
Thu, Feb 5, 2026
DATA MANAGEMENT ALERT Special Education Data Updates Webinar: Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Wed, Feb 4, 2026
Superintendent Horne teams with universityPHOENIX - With the state’s teacher shortage at critical levels and with an eye toward improving student achievement, state schools chief Tom Horne
Tue, Feb 3, 2026
The National Resource Center for Paraeducators (NRCP) and the Center for Technical Assistance for Excellence in Special Education (TAESE), in partnership with the ADE/ESS, are offering monthly, low
Fri, Jan 30, 2026
PHOENIX – State Superintendent of Public Instruction has issued the following statement regarding potential student protests at Arizona public schools.<
Wed, Jan 28, 2026
Wed, Jan 28, 2026
Are you concerned about the current rate of suspensions and expulsions at your school or district?
Tue, Jan 27, 2026
Tue, Jan 27, 2026
Tue, Jan 27, 2026
Program has grown tenfold in three yearsPHOENIX – In a dramatic show of support for school choice in Arizona, more than 100,000 students are now enrolled in the Empowerment Scholarship Acc
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
Northern Arizona University’s IHD Evidence for Success Disability Conference showcases effective, evidence-based approaches, high-leverage practices, and research findings that result in improved s
Thu, Jan 22, 2026
All school districts, charter schools, secure care facilities, and the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (ASDB) are required to annually administer the State Performance Plan Indicat
Wed, Jan 21, 2026
BUDG-25 reports for all school districts have been posted to the School Finance website. FY 2026 January BUDG-25 reports have been calculated using the FY 2026 January BSA-55 information.
Wed, Jan 21, 2026
We have some exciting news! Secondary Transition Regional Trainings are back, and due to high demand, we’ve added a Tucson training date in April 2026!
Wed, Jan 21, 2026
Are You Ready to Lead Inclusion? Let’s Make It Happen! Still wondering how to make inclusion thrive in your schools?
Tue, Jan 20, 2026
Delivers remarks to state lawmakersPHOENIX – In his 2026 State of Education speech, state schools chief Tom Ho
Thu, Jan 15, 2026
The Transportation Routes submission window is now open.
Tue, Jan 13, 2026
PHOENIX – State Superintendent of Public Instruction and former Attorney General Tom Horne issued the following statement on the passing of former Attorney General Mark Brnovich: