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Registration opened Saturday, April 30 at 10:30 a.m. for our full schedule of summer programs. You can choose from full-day supervised recreation programs at 12 locations this summer that will keep your kids active, engaged and safe over the break. Or you can choose from a full schedule of general-interest classes and programs from ballet to karate to sports clinics. You can view our full schedule right now and then register online starting at 10:30 a.m. Saturday. You also can register in person at any department community center.
Exact prices, dates, times and other details in the full-day recreation programs vary from center to center, however most are for kids ages 6 up to 12 and run from early June through July. Prices range from $280 to $350 for the seven-to-eight weeks. Some centers offer shorter duration program options at a reduced price. Many centers also are offering programs for teens. General interest classes are available in a variety of lengths, prices and schedules throughout the summer.
You can use any major credit card to register either online or in-person. Check out our department homepage or call 602-262-6862 for more information on parks and recreation in Phoenix.
Source: City of Phoenix
The Phoenix Union High School District Academic Letter Program is continuing thanks to Grand Canyon University, which will underwrite the student recognition events for the next three years.
The Academic Letter program, which began District-wide in 2003, rewards top performing students with school letters, similar to athletic letters, but with the word Academics embroidered on each. Students qualify based on cumulative grade point averages after the first, third, fifth and seventh semesters, and are honored at school ceremonies in the spring semester.
The un-weighted grade point average requirement is 4.0 for freshmen, 3.9 for sophomores; 3.8 for juniors and 3.7 for seniors. Freshmen receive a certificate, sophomores can qualify for the letter, and upper classmen that have already earned a letter, receive service bars for sustaining academic excellence in additional years. A unique feature of the program is the presentation of a lapel pin to the parents of the lettered students during the ceremony.
“This program was originally supported with funds that are no longer available, so we are grateful that Grand Canyon stepped up to help. Their involvement is a perfect connection to our mission of Preparing Every Student for Success in College, Career and Life,” Superintendent Kent Scribner said.
"Clearly PUHSD has a significant commitment to academic excellence, holding all students to the same high standards for performance and rewarding them for their hard work. With GCU's continual emphasis on strong academic achievement and merit-based scholarships, aligning with a program like this is an ideal partnership for us,” GCU Provost, Chief Academic Officer Cheri St. Arnauld said.
Approximately 1600 students are recognized each year through the Academic Letter program.
Source: Phoenix Union High School District
