The Youth and Education Office also coordinates the Youth and Education Commission, which consists of community members who provide policy guidance, develop educational initiatives, and identify resources for school-to-career transition.
Overview
The Youth and Education Office builds connections between City services, community resources, and public schools for students in K-12 to receive the necessary support to succeed.
Highlighted Programs and Services
Volunteer with us or learn more about the work we're doing to improve education in the Phoenix community.
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Experience Corps
We need volunteers to help children become proficient readers by the time they finish third grade.
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PHX Arena Suite
Request tickets for youth to attend events at the PHX Arena.
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Great Start Program
The Phoenix Great Start Program gives Phoenix children in Title I schools and their familiefs ree admission to several education and cultural centers.
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Outstanding Youth Leader of the Year
The Outstanding Phoenix Youth Leader of the Year program recognizes and honors exceptional achievements by young people.
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Read On Phoenix
Arizona is battling a literacy crisis. Our goal is simple: Every third-grader in our city will read proficiently.
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Partner With a Principal
Between September 9 and October 18, corporate executives and community leaders work alongside public charter and private school principals for a day.
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Find a Phoenix School
Find school locations and district and attendance boundaries.
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Get Ready for Kindergarten
The Great Start Program gives pre-K children free admission to several educational and cultural centers.
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Enroll in Head Start
The Head Start Program provides early childhood development and support to income-eligible families.
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Find a Resource Center
Resource centers are safe community hubs for families with children from birth to age five and pregnant mothers.
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News
Contact the Youth and Education Office
General Inquiries: 602-262-6941
Email: mailbox.youth@phoenix.gov