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The Office of Communications handles public relations and strategic communications for the Arizona Department of Education.

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From the Office of Communications Blog

DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION LAUNCHES “EMPOWER HOTLINE” Thu, Mar 9 2023 News Releases

Department of Education Launches "Empower Hotline"

Horne asks State Board of Ed. to strengthen operation of ESA program Tue, Mar 7 2023 News Releases

PHOENIX – State schools chief Tom Horne has sent the State Board of Education four proposals for changes to the handbook regarding the administration of the Empowerment Scholarship Accounts (ESA) program. This is with an eye toward improving service for parents and students and to comply with updates to state law.