Be Awesome: 5 things parents should know about alcohol
By Priscilla Behnke
It’s the most popular drug. With all the talk about the latest epidemic, opioid abuse, it is important to remember that...
Kids get their kicks at Junior Olympics Skills Competition
The children of Maricopa got a chance to show off their athletic prowess on Saturday with the city's first Junior Olympics Skills Competition at Pacana Park.
Gandolfi sports winning attitude as new MHS athletic trainer
inmaricopa.com continues its look at people in the community making a difference. In this interview, we chatted with Maricopa High School Head Athletic Trainer Lisa Gandolfi.
Legacy Traditional School hiring, job fair this weekend
It's been a bumpy ride for Legacy Traditional Charter School in Maricopa. In the past few years, the Maricopa campus has gone from temporary trailers to a permanent campus now located off Porter Road. Through the long funding and permitting process, there have been times parents wondered if it would all materialize as promised.
Students hit golf course, field, court and track
This week in Maricopa Unified School District athletics for Maricopa High School and Desert Wind, Maricopa Wells middle schools:TodayBoys golf @ Dave White Golf...
Breakdancers take first at MHS talent show
Last week Maricopa High School students showed a wide range of talent in the first-ever MHS Talent Show.
Pima Butte offering free Family Fun Night
Kids already bored with summer vacation? Looking for a family event that is both fun and economical? Then Pima Butte Elementary School's Family Fun Night is the perfect outing opportunity for you.
CAC’s on-time registration starts fall semester
As part of an ongoing effort to prepare students to be more successful in the classroom, Central Arizona College is launching On Time Registration...
Maricopa overwhelms Florence, 66-52
The Rams jumped out to an early lead against the Florence High School Gophers and never looked back, as they eased to a 66-52 victory Tuesday night.
PTO President Appeals to Parents
The following letter is from the president of the Maricopa Unified School District PTO to Maricopa area parents. Hi all, ...
Applications being accepted to fill school board vacancy
Applications are now being accepted to fill the vacancy on the Maricopa Unified School District governing board created with the resignation of board member...
Swimmers host fun meet (GALLERY)
Marlins and Seals were spotted at Copper Sky Aquatics Center on Saturday during a fun meet that let the swimmers have a splash and...
District on hiring freeze, holding forum on budget cuts
Amid recent cuts to education budgets at the state level, the Maricopa Unified School District has instituted a hiring freeze.
District sticking with full-day kindergarten despite looming cuts
While many school districts across the state are looking to cut back programs due to looming budget cuts for education, the Maricopa Unified School District says it will be offering full-day kindergarten next school year at no cost to parents.
Lady Rams ready to take softball a step higher
After taking second place in the 2A region last season the Maricopa High School softball team is looking to make a similar showing in their first year of 3A level play.
Copa Cultural Night Market returns Saturday
Copa Cultural Night Market will return for a second year Saturday, April 22, at Copper Sky Regional Park to celebrate Maricopa’s diverse culture.
The market,...
Rotary honors students of the month
The Maricopa Rotary Club recognized its students of the month at the Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board meeting Wednesday night. From left: Maricopa...
Today is Fentanyl Awareness & Prevention Day
Today marks the inaugural Fentanyl Awareness & Prevention Day in Maricopa and around the country, and City Council issued a proclamation  to raise awareness...
Youth basketball camp starts June 10
Maricopa High School will host the 2013 Rams Basketball Camp 5 to 6 p.m. daily June 10 through June 13.The camp is for boys...
Lady Rams win 5th time in 6 outings
The MHS girls' varsity basketball team is off to a great 5-1 start with the only loss a 54-50 battle against Valley Christian.
MUSD blended-learning program to be offered at both junior highs
The Maricopa Unified School District announced it will offer the blended-learning program piloted this year at Maricopa Wells Middle School at both junior high...
Leading Edge Academy to perform ‘Annie’ (video)
Leading Edge Academy's middle school will perform "Annie Jr." on Wednesday, May 18, at 6:30 p.m. View some highlights and hear from the cast.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L09EeGNTQWY
Local coach re-connects with gymnastic prodigy
Two-year-old Allan Bower started doing flips on furniture, the floor and around the house. It was at that time his mother Jane Bower said she and his father knew his calling would be gymnastics.
MUSD facilities fees to increase
Church leaders and community members implored the MUSD school board Wednesday night not to raise fees for renting district facilities.While such an action is...
MUSD keeps COVID protocols, approves raises for staff
Despite all three secondary schools suspending in-person learning for a period of time since Feb. 3, the Maricopa Unified School District Governing Board chose...
Tempers flare at school board meeting
During a discussion about new positions in the district and a reclassification of the nursing departmentat Wednesday's school board meeting, board members became agitated, exchanging comments that many considered less than professional.
Salary schedules, potential bond sales go before governing board tonight
Maricopa Unified School District's governing board will meet tonight to hear reports, approve travel, including an eighth grade end of the year field trip, and the personnel schedule, as well as salary schedules and work calendars for the 2010-2011 school year.
MHS course catalogue reflects changes
Maricopa High School has made changes to the class catalogue for the new school year to provide a more accurate scope of what the...
Santa Rosa Elementary set to begin new school year
School starts at Santa Rosa Elementary on Tuesday, August 8. Before the big day, there are preparations to make, school supplies to purchase...
High school play tackles issue of school violence
The Maricopa High School will host its last play of the season, "Bang Bang You're Dead" May 21 through May 23.