2 students who migrated to Tucson are awarded for their success with English

When Makula Kaba and Francisco Josue Valencia Velderrain moved from the Ivory Coast and Mexico, respectively, and began their travels as new students in Tucson, neither knew how to speak English. The two recall how challenging and difficult it was to move to a new country during their first year of high school, enroll in … Read more

To choose! 15+ things to do on the weekend in and around Tucson

#ThisIsTucson July is winding down and back to school season in Arizona is in full swing. That means backpack and school supply giveaways, plus a HUGE sale on children’s clothing, toys, and books. Also this weekend: Monsoon Madness plant sale at Tohono Chul, meet Santa – uh-huh, Santa in July – free movie screenings, a … Read more