Ridgeline Academy Soars to Victory: Girls Volleyball and Boys Flag Football Clinch State Championships
In a stunning display of athleticism and teamwork, Ridgeline Academy's sports teams have propelled their school into the spotlight. The Lady Eagles, Ridgeline Academy's Varsity Girls Volleyball team, clinched the Division 2 State Volleyball Championship title, marking a significant milestone ...
Nicholas Interviews Bestselling Author Dan Gutman!
I got the chance to interview one of my favorite authors, Dan Gutman, who wrote “The Homework Machine” and “Nightmare at the Book Fair.” He’s most known for the “My Weird School” series with 98 books (and more to come!). ...
Cactus High’s Star Student Dazzles as Keynote Speaker at National Cybersecurity Conference
Photo courtesy of Peoria Unified School District In a showcase of talent and expertise, Cactus High School senior, Cougarjade Reyes, was a keynote speaker at the prestigious NICE K12 Cybersecurity Education Conference in Phoenix this month. Held on December 4 ...
Hope Amidst Hardship: The Riley Family’s Fight Against Metachromatic Leukodystrophy
Hope Amidst Hardship The Riley family's fight against metachromatic leukodystrophy By Naya Seth Photos courtesy of the Riley family Three-year-old Keira Riley and her family have been on the rollercoaster of their lives since her diagnosis with metachromatic leukodystrophy (MLD), ...
Young Creatives Shine: Students Excel at Arizona State Fair Art Competion
Young Creatives Shine Students excel at Arizona State Fair Art Competition. In the halls of Creighton School District, two young artists, Tigireda Kibrom and Arlyn Aguilar Hernandez, are redefining what it means to be an artist. With their remarkable achievements ...
Meet 10-Year-Old Aaron Hollenback, a Talented Phoenix Boys Choir Member Balancing School and Song
Sharing Songs of the Season Meet 10-Year-Old Aaron Hollenback, a talented Phoenix Boys Choir member balancing school and song. Photos courtesy of the Hollenback family When you’re out and about this holiday season and joyful music fills the air, you ...
Teen Trailblazer Tackles Health Disparities with SPARKHope Initiative
In the heart of our community, a young visionary is turning the tide on health disparities that disproportionately affect our youth. Fatimah Amer, at just 13 years old, saw a gap in how societal challenges impact the health of her ...
Nicholas’ Holiday Picks: Cool, Creative, and Totally Epic Gifts!
Hey friends! I'm Nicholas, a 10-year-old fourth grader, and I've got the coolest holiday gift guide just for you! If you're stuck on what to ask for this season, check out these six super fun gifts that are on my ...
Hamilton High Huskies Swing to Victory in Division I Boys’ Golf Championship
Photo courtesy of Chandler Unified School District The greens have cleared, and the scores are in, marking an exhilarating close to this year's high school golf season. In a gripping two-day face-off, Hamilton High clinched the Division I boys' team ...
AIA Crowns First-Ever Girls Flag Football State Champions
Photo courtesy of Mesa Public Schools In a historic moment for the Grand Canyon State, Arizona has witnessed the crowning of its first-ever girls flag football state champions earlier this month! The inaugural AIA (Arizona Interscholastic Association) girls flag football ...
Young Girl Scout Debuts Bestselling Coloring Book on Amazon: Chisimdi Olusomi, a Girl Scout from Troop 4519, Celebrates Her First Published Work
Photo courtesy of Girl Scouts In a remarkable achievement for someone her age, Chisimdi Olusomi, a member of Girl Scout Troop 4519, has co-authored her first coloring book titled "Yummy Desserts Coloring Book." This creative endeavor has swiftly climbed the ...
Scottsdale Students Shine in Annual Constitution Contest
Photos courtesy Scottsdale Unified School District Scottsdale Mayor David D. Ortega hosted a vibrant and exciting celebration for the young winners of the annual “We the People” Constitution Contest recently. This special event, filled with joy and pride, took place ...
Student Surpasses Chess Milestones
By Amy Licht Photo courtesy of BASIS Chandler BASIS Chandler senior Sandeep Sethuraman has been playing competitive chess since he was 8 years old. Now, he’s the captain of the chess team at BASIS Chandler and is an International Master—the ...
Girl Power Galore! The B.I.G. Event – A Day of Discovery and Fun in Phoenix!
The Believe in Girls (B.I.G.) Event, hosted by the Girl Scouts-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council, was on Saturday, Nov. 12, at ASU Preparatory Academy. It wasn’t just a hit with Girl Scouts, but also a favorite for families and friends. The Epic ...
Fall Festival Fun: Superheroes, Fairies, and Dinosaurs – Oh My!
It was a wonderful time at the Fall Festival hosted by Macaroni Kid N. Scottsdale-PV at the Arizona Boardwalk on Saturday, Oct. 21. And guess what? Epic Kids was there too, bringing fun and games. Now, we have to talk ...
Just for Fun: November 2023
Why was the belt arrested? For holding up a pair of pants! What did the Dalmatian say after lunch? That hit the spot! How do you make a tissue dance? You put a little boogie in it! Some fun, non-traditional ...
A Zest for Business: Meet 6-Year-Old ‘Kidpreneur’ Marlee Rae
Social media and kids don’t always mix well, but TikTok is a secret ingredient inspiring one young Valley kidpreneur. Marlee Rae Cuff is well on her way to becoming a successful business owner – at the tender age of 6. ...
Small Hero, Big Heart: Carter’s Toy Drive Lights Up Phoenix Children’s Hospital
Small Hero, Big Heart Carter’s toy drive lights up Phoenix Children’s Hospital. By Sondra Barr Photos courtesy of the Cunnius family In North Phoenix, a young boy named Carter Cunnius is turning his past challenges into a mission of joy ...