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      About the Youth and Education Office

      Logo for the Youth and Education department which says, "PHX Achieves"

      The Youth and Education Office connects City services, community resources, and public schools to ensure K-12 students receive the support they need to succeed. A key responsibility is staffing the Youth and Education Commission, which includes community members who offer policy guidance, develop educational initiatives, and facilitate school-to-career transitions.

      The mission of the office is to create and promote strategies that work toward educational excellence for Phoenix youth from cradle to career by:

      • Increasing resources and partnerships to promote student achievement through innovative programs such as Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM), that link Phoenix with 21st-century global workforce initiatives.
      • Preparing youth for education, careers, and life by strengthening communication among children, parents, and educational stakeholders.
      • Ensuring educational equity among all youth to reach their fullest potential.

      Education Initiatives and Programs