On March 26, 2018, Governor Ducey signed SB 1390, bipartisan legislation to extend Prop 301 for another 20 years.

On March 21, 2018, Santa Cruz Valley Unified School District was named College Board's AP District of the Year

Governor Ducey met with 4th grade students from St. Thomas the Apostle on March 15, 2018.

On March 12, 2018 Governor Ducey met with Cub Scout Pack 7 at the State Capitol.

Governor Ducey visited Sierra Verde STEM Academy on March 2, 2018 to celebrate Read Across America Day.

On January 24, 2018 Governor Ducey visited Phoenix Day School for the Deaf.

Students from Capitol Elementary School joined Governor Doug Ducey on December 11, 2017 to participate in the 2nd Annual Tree-Trimming held on the 9th Floor Rotunda of the Executive Tower. The tree-trimming experts are from Ms. Vetsch's third grade class at Capitol Elementary School. 

Governor Ducey visited the Phoenix Coding Academy on Monday, December 4th, 2017 to kick off Computer Science Education Week.

Governor Doug Ducey continued holiday tradition on November 30th, 2017 with the lighting of the Arizona State Capitol Christmas tree in the Executive Tower lobby.

On October 15, Arizona's Level II CSOs met with Governor Ducey at the state capitol. During their meeting, CSOs engaged with Governor Ducey on their collective and individual efforts to promote STEM education in their communities and across Arizona. CSOs also discussed public policy within the STEM fields with Governor Ducey.

Located at the Arizona State Capitol Historic Museum’s Senate and Supreme Court Chambers, this event provides Chief Science Officers with a unique opportunity to experience local government in action. CSOs  learn from legislative experts on how to take their collective action topics from ideation to implementation.

Governor Doug Ducey spent Halloween morning with children and staff at Phoenix Children’s Hospital (PCH). During his visit the Governor spent one-on-one time with children and their families at PCH’s new Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD).

Located at the Arizona State Capitol Historic Museum’s Senate and Supreme Court Chambers, this event provides Chief Science Officers with a unique opportunity to experience local government in action. CSOs  learn from legislative experts on how to take their collective action topics from ideation to implementation.

Governor Doug Ducey met with students from Salome High School, in Salome AZ, on October 5th, 2017 as part of his 3rd Annual Back to School Tour.

Governor Doug Ducey is proud to launch the Arizona Teachers Academy to improve education in Arizona

Governor Ducey visited Tres Rios Service Academy in Tolleson, AZ on September 26, 2017

Governor Ducey visited Lone Mountain Elementary School in Cave Creek, AZ on September 15, 2017 to celebrate Constitution Day.

Governor Ducey visited the Academy of Math & Science's Camelback campus in Phoenix, AZ on August 30, 2017 as part of his 3rd Annual Back to School Tour.

Governor Ducey spoke at Read on Arizona's Literacy Summit on August 29, 2017.

Governor Ducey visited Safford High School in Safford, AZ on August 28, 2017 as part of his 3rd Annual Back to School Tour.

Governor Ducey visited Lafe Nelson Elementary School in Safford, AZ on August 28, 2017 as part of his 3rd Annual Back to School Tour.

Governor Ducey visited Arizona School for the Arts in Phoenix, AZ on August 24, 2017 as part of his 3rd Annual Back to School Tour.

Governor Ducey visited Sunset Elementary School in Phoenix, AZ on August 22, 2017 as part of his 3rd Annual Back to School Tour.

Governor Ducey visited Sonoran Science Academy in Tucson, AZ on August 21, 2017.

On June 21, 2017 Governor Ducey met with the three winners of the 2017 #MyFavoriteBook Bookmark Design Contest.

First Lady Angela Ducey visited Mexicayotl Academy Charter School on May 10, 2017 as part of her summer reading initiative.

First Lady Angela Ducey visited Francisco Vasquez de Coronado Elementary School on May 8, 2017 as part of her summer reading initiative.

First Lady Angela Ducey visited All Aboard Charter School on May 5, 2017 as part of her summer reading initiative.

Students from Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies visit the Governor at the Old Capitol on May 5, 2017.

Students from St. John XXIII Catholic School visit the Governor at the Old Capitol on May 4, 2017.

Students from Most Holy Trinity Catholic School visit the Governor at the State Capitol on April 4, 2017.

Students from Grace Lutheran School visit the Governor at the State Capitol on March 31, 2017.

Students from Roadrunners Homeschool Co-Op visit the Governor at the State Capitol on March 31, 2017.

Governor Ducey visited Mountain Pointe High School on March 28, 2017. During his visit, Governor Ducey visited Mr. Waddell's government class, the on-site pre-k class, culinary arts, engineering and robotics, and had a Q&A with the Student Council.

As part of Read Across America Day, Governor Doug Ducey joined the Arizona Cardinals at the Salvation Army Kroc Center. As part of the celebration, Governor Ducey joined Arizona Cardinals players Hakeem Valles, Corey Peters and Drew Stanton in reading to over 250 students. he also visited Student Choice High School where he met with students for a Q&A.

Governor Doug Ducey visited Wilson Elementary School in Phoenix to launch Read Across America Day on Thursday, March 2, 2017.  Governor Ducey toured the school's producation studio and SMART lab, participated in a school wide assembly where he presented several student awards, listened to the school orchestra, and read excerpts from "My Many Colored Days!" by Dr.

Governor Ducey visited the Vail Pride Day Staff Appreciation Event on February 17, 2017. During his visit, Governor Ducey was toured by 3 students, rode in a mini school bus, and presented some of the outstanding Vail teachers and staff with awards.

Governor Ducey visited White Elementary School on February 17, 2017. During his visit, Governor Ducey visited a variety of classrooms, met with students and teachers, and had a Q&A with the Student Council.

Students from Imagine Rosefield and Imagine Prep visit the Governor at the State Capitol on January 25, 2017.

On October 28, 2016, Governor Ducey welcomed 200 Chief Science Officers (CSOs) into the AZ state capitol for the 1st Annual Arizona CSO Capitol Summit.

Governor Doug Ducey and Jake Steinfeld open Stanfield Elementary’s new DON’T QUIT! Fitness Center on October 25, 2016.

Third and fourth grade students from North Ranch Elementary School visited the Capitol on October 11, 2016 and spoke with Governor Ducey.

Governor Ducey visits J. Roberts Hendricks Elementary School in Tucson, AZ.

Governor Ducey visits Michael Anderson-Avondale Elementary School in Avondale, AZ.

Governor Ducey visits Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies in Mesa, AZ.

Governor Doug Ducey spoke at the launch of an initiative to boost post-high school attainment and workforce training for Arizonans, Achieve60AZ, on September 16, 2016 at Franklin Police and Fire High School.

Governor Ducey visits Phoenix's Burton Barr Library on September 6, 2016.

As part of his 2nd Annual Back to School Tour, Governor Ducey visited students and teachers at AAEC Early College High School in Phoenix, AZ on August 31, 2016. During his visit, Governor Ducey met with teachers and students, participated in a veterinary lesson, and talked with students about the amazing programs AAEC offers.

Governor Ducey visited Wickenburg High School in Wickenburg, AZ on August 30, 2016 as part of his 2nd Annual Back to School Tour. During his visit, Governor Ducey visited a variety of classrooms, met with teachers and students and learned more about the Move On When Ready Program.

Governor Ducey spoke at Read on Arzona's Literacy Summit on August 23, 2016, emphasizing the importance of early literacy and its long-term impacts for Arizona's children. During the summit, Governor Ducey accepted the Pacesetter Award on behalf of Arizona for statewide early literacy efforts.

As part of his 2nd Annual Back to School Tour, Governor Ducey visited  Arizona Autism Charter Schools on August 24, 2016. During his visit, Governor Ducey visited classrooms, met teachers and staff, and participated in a ribbon cutting to celebrate the school's new upper school campus.

Governor Ducey visited Legacy Traditional School in Maricopa, AZ on August 23, 2016 as part of his 2nd Annual Back to School Tour. During his visit, Governor Ducey visited classrooms, met with teachers and students and watched a musical performance.

Governor Ducey attended Prescott High School's 2016 Commencement Ceremony on May 27, 2016, where he delivered a commencement address and congratulated all 356 graduates of the Class of 2016.

Governor Ducey attended ASU Preparatory Academy's 2016 Commencement Ceremony on May 26, 2016, where he delivered his first commencement address and congratulated all 95 graduates of the Class of 2016. Prior to the ceremony's kickoff, Governor Ducey was able to meet with ASU Preparatory Academy students and staff.

First Lady Angela Ducey visited Escuela Manzo Elementary School  in Tucson, Arizona on May 19, 2016 as part of her summer reading initiative. The initiative encourages Arizona’s youth to stay sharp in their off-time by spending time every day reading and learning throughout the summer months. During her visit to Escuela Manzo Elementary School, Mrs.

First Lady Angela Ducey visited Sunridge Elementary School on May 16, 2016 as part of her summer reading initiative. The initiative encourages Arizona’s youth to stay sharp in their off-time by spending time every day reading and learning throughout the summer months. During her visit to Sunridge Elementary School, Mrs.

First Lady Angela Ducey visited Maryvale Preparatory Academy on May 12, 2016 as part of her summer reading initiative. The initiative encourages Arizona’s youth to stay sharp in their off-time by spending time every day reading and learning throughout the summer months. During her visit to Maryvale Preparatory Academy, Mrs.

Governor Doug Ducey awarded the Consular Corps of Arizona Governor's Scholarship to Arizona State University's Daniel Herder on May 9, 2016.  The Arizona Governor's Scholarship is sponsored by the Consular Corps of Arizona, an organization dedicated to civic engagement and fostering educational opportunity.

Governor Doug Ducey and First Lady Angela Ducey launched their summer reading initiative with a joint appearance at BASIS Phoenix Central school on May 9, 2016. The initiative encourages Arizona’s youth to stay sharp in their off-time by spending time every day reading and learning throughout the summer months.

Governor Doug Ducey visited Loma Linda Elementary School in Creighton Elementary School District on April 18, 2016. During his visit, Governor Ducey was able to observe Playworks, an innovative play-based learning program in its fourth year of implemenation at Loma Linda Elementary school.

Governor Doug Ducey was the keynote speaker at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce's National Conference on Talent Pipeline Management on Wednesday, March 23, 2016.To see Governor Ducey's remarks, click here.

Governor Doug Ducey kicked off Read Across America Day by visiting Encanto Elementary School in Phoenix and joining the Arizona Cardinals at the Salvation Army Kroc Center on March 2, 2016.

Governor Ducey spoke at Move On When Ready's 5 Year Celebration of Student Success on February 10, 2016.

Governor Ducey visited Southwest Junior High School in San Luis, AZ on February 8, 2016.

Governor Ducey Visit San Luis High School on February 8, 2016.

Yuma 4H Student Ambassadors Greet Governor at Yuma International Airport on February 8, 2016.

On January 29, 2016, Governor Ducey spoke at the National School Choice Week Rally at the state Capitol. The rally, part of school choice week celebrations happening nationwide, celebrated Arizona's vast array of school choice options.

On January 26th, 2016, Dawn Wallace, Governor Ducey's Education Policy Advisor and Director of the Governor's Office of Education, presented the Governor's Award at Arizona State University's Educational Excellence Impact Awards.

In January Google brought its Expeditions Pioneer Program to Arizona classrooms, giving Arizona teachers and students the ability to use this education technology to enhance lesson plans and participate in virutal reality tours.

Fourth Grade students from Challenge Charter School visit the Capitol on December 15, 2015 and speak with Governor Ducey.

Fourth grade students from St. John XXIII Catholic School visited the state capitol on December 14, 2015 and met with Governor Ducey.

Governor Ducey visited students at Peoria High School on August 28, 2015 as part of his Back to School Tour. During his visit, the Governor spoke at the Jobs for Arizona's Graduates (JAG) breakfast before touring Peoria High School.

Governor Ducey visited Sunset Hills Elementary School in Surprise, AZ on September 17, 2015 to celebrate Constitution Day.

Governor Ducey visited Alta Vista High School in Tucson, AZ on September 15, 2015. As part of his tour, the Governor visited classrooms, met with students and staff, and participated in a schoolwide assembly.

Governor Ducey visited Puente De Hozho Bilingual Magnet School in Flagstaff, AZ on September 9, 2015 as part of his Back to School tour. During his visit, Governor Ducey visited classrooms, met teachers and students, heard from parents, and learned about the bilingual educational opportunities that Puente de Hozho is providing its students.

Governor Ducey spoke at the ArizonaOn launch event at Carl Hayden High School in Phoenix, AZ on August 24, 2015.

As part of his Back to School Tour, Governor Ducey visited students and staff at Metro Tech High School on August 17, 2015. During his visit, the Governor toured several programs, including automotive, culinary arts, floral design, cosmetology, and Canyon State Credit Union, the only student run credit union on a high school campus in the state.

As part of his Back to School Tour, Governor Ducey visited students and teachers at Vista College Preparatory on August 13, 2015. During his visit, Governor Ducey participated in a ribbon cutting to celebrate the school's recent expansion.

Governor Ducey visited students at Phoenix Collegiate Academy on August 11, 2015, as part of his Back to School Program. During his visit, Governor Ducey read Dr. Suess' "Green Eggs and Ham" to 1st graders.

Governor Ducey with former recipients for the Teacher of the Year award.

Governor Ducey visits students and staff at Desert Voices in Phoenix.

The 2015 Rodel Exemplary Principals visit the Capitol and meet with Governor Ducey.

Governor Doug Ducey visited Copper Creek Elementary in Tucson to sign State Bill 1440, which made copper Arizona's official state metal.

First Lady Angela Ducey visits Arizona schools as part of the Governor's Summer Reading Program. 

Governor visits with students from Archway Classical Academy in Chandler

Students from Kiva Elementary School in the Scottsdale Unified School District visit the Governor at the State Capitol.

March 4, 2015 visit to Countryside Elementary School