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October 2024 - Superintendent's Update

Changing Lives - Superintendent's Update header image with Dr. Chad Wilson

Oct. 14, 2024

Foster scholar
Anthony Evans, an Electrical and Power Transmission student who lives at HopeTech, EVIT’s new housing for foster youth, has been awarded a $12,000 scholarship from Foster Love, an organization that provides academic assistance to college students who have experienced foster care. Anthony received Foster Love’s American Industries Scholarship for aspiring young trade professionals. Congrats, Anthony!

Leading Arizona
Superintendent Dr. Chad Wilson and Chief Academic Officer Dr. Ronda Doolen are being honored by Arizona Capitol Times for their achievements as leaders in state education policy. Dr. Wilson was recently recognized as a 2024 Leader of the Year in Public Policy. This is the second time that Dr. Wilson has received this award. Dr. Doolen has been selected as one of over 30 Women Achievers of Arizona in 2024 to be recognized for their perseverance through challenges and commitment to excellence.

New Fire Science Academy
EVIT is partnering with the Scottsdale Unified School District to open a new Fire Science Academy at Coronado High School. The program will include hands-on training and mentorship from the Scottsdale Fire Department and will give juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn certifications in emergency services. Enrollment is open to any student residing in the EVIT Career Technical Education District.

2025-26 enrollment
EVIT will begin accepting applications for its high school programs on Nov. 1 at www.evit.edu/enrollnow. New options for 2025-26 include apprenticeships in several programs and The STEM Academy at EVIT in partnership with tech industry leaders Boeing, Honeywell and Intel.

Your future, your way
EVIT offers an alternative to a traditional college education for high school graduates in Maricopa County. Pathways include paid apprenticeships and associate degrees as well as certificates in the trades. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3zWJnQK. Read more EVIT branded content on our azcentral.com page: www.azcentral.com/sponsor-story/evit/