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Arizona Talks: The Future of Public Education

Friday, August 4 | 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

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Arizona Talks: The Future of Public Education

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What will the future of Arizona education look like? Join Arizona Talks for an evening of learning and discussion on the economic, political, and cultural topics that make up education policy. Listen to the best arguments for solutions and engage with the leading education organizations in Arizona. Live music, food, and great conversations. Register for FREE at ArizonaTalks.org


Schedule6:00 - Doors open, food, and and live music7:00 - Personal Stories: • Kathy Knecht, Immediate Past President, Arizona School Boards Association. • Marc Ashton, CEO The The Foundation For Blind Children. • Isela Blanc, AZ House of Representatives • Jon Gabriel, Editor-in-Chief of Ricochet.com & commentator on politics, culture, current events, and policy.7:40 - Introduction to AZ EducationAlia Rau, The Arizona Republic State & Legislative Reporter.
Geoffrey Esposito, Director of Policy and Programs - Expect More Arizona
8:00 - Panel Discussion : Moderated by Carrie Jung, Senior Field Correspondent, KJZZ's Education DeskJonathan Butcher - Goldwater Institute
Joe Thomas - Arizona Education Association
Beth Lewis - Save Our Schools Arizona
Zeus Rodriguez - Hispanics For School Choice

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Our vision is to promote free thought and discourse across Arizona. In order to make this event happen, we need generous supporters and sponsors! Please consider getting the "Event Supporter" ticket if you are attending as an individual; If you are part of an organization that is related to Education, consider sponsoring the event with us. If you would like to be a sponsor in the event please call Carlos at 480-270-0001

Event Location

FBCScottsdale

Scottsdale, Arizona, Scottsdale, Arizona

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