The beginning orchestra class performs for parents and guests at Wheeler Elementary in Tucson

Superintendent Horne toured the campus of Los Amigos Elementary School and sat down to read to first graders.

Teachers and students received in-person training from ADE staff to help inner-city students raise academic outcomes and scored tremendously higher in standardized testing

Legacy Elementary Charter School in West Phoenix revels in students (and their families) having the option to choose the school environment that suits them best.

Angelica Garcia’s Milken Award Surprise in Phoenix, AZ

The Milken Educator Awards tour stopped in Phoenix, Arizona this 2025-26 season, adding an incredible educator to the Milken family on January 15, 2026: Westwood Elementary School academic coach Angelica Garcia! We surprised the outstanding educator with the Milken Educator Award and a $25,000 cash prize in front of students, colleagues, veteran Milken Educators, and visiting dignitaries. Take a look at how the life changing surprise was revealed.