Parents,
You may want to clear your schedules on Thursday, April 26th, just in case. Here is a note from Jennifer Chilton, of the SOCUSD.
Big Park PTSA
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As you’ve likely seen in the news today, Arizona teachers are uniting with others around the country to demand better education funding by the state legislature. Truly, it is not acceptable that Arizona’s education funding per student is the lowest in the nation. It was not always this way. Twenty years ago, Arizona provided median support for its children.
Teachers in Sedona and all of Arizona have been heroic, for decades now, in their everyday battle to maintain excellent instruction and high achievement despite the extreme, long-term collapse of financial support.
No teacher, no school or district, wants to disrupt a child’s day of learning or inconvenience parents. However, in efforts to make legislators listen and act, there is the potential for visible teacher “walk-ins” next Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and a “walk-out” on Thursday, April 26th.
Walk-ins are not intended to have any negative impact on instruction. In the event of a work stoppage, student safety will be the priority in District decision-making. Should it become necessary to close school next Thursday, parents and guardians will be notified as early as possible.
Thank you,
Jennifer Chilton
SOCUSD Communications
928-204-6766
Democrats of the Red Rocks
April 2018
–Attention All Yavapai Voters–
Yavapai County Jail Tax
DORR supports a “YES” Vote
An important vote is right around the corner. If you are a Yavapai resident, you may have already received (or will soon receive) a pamphlet describing the upcoming special election ballot. The purpose of this election concerns the renewal of an existing ¼ cent sales tax to continue the funding for the Yavapai County Jail. The Democrats of the Red Rocks urge you to vote yes and mail back your ballot as soon as you receive it.
This ¼ cent tax is not a new tax and it is not an increased tax.
It is a renewal of an already existing sales tax, at the same rate for another 20 years.
The jail receives almost half of its funding through this sales tax.
By continuing the ¼ cent sales tax, the cost of the jail is spread out fairly. If the sales tax continuation does not pass, the costs for the jail will be passed on to various municipalities that use the jail, and their citizens will bear the burden. It could even result in increased county property taxes. As it is currently set up, everybody pays a small ¼ cent per dollar of sales tax no matter where they live. This helps share the costs among residents and visitors alike in Yavapai County.
Please vote yes on renewing the ¼ cent jail tax. You will receive your ballot in the next few weeks. The ballots contain instructions for mailing them back and are due no later than May 15th.
If you have any questions, please call the Democrats of the Red Rocks at 928-212-1357. Thank you for supprting the ¼ cent sales tax renewal.
Democrats of the Red Rocks
P.O. Box 1165, Sedona, AZ 86339
928-212-1357
www.sedonadorr.org
The wonderful teachers of Sedona are arranging a March on Friday at 1 pm. Meet at the pool near the West Sedona School and walk down to 89A along Possee Grounds and along the highway to create a wall of RED to show our support for the teachers and public education?
Check Democrats on the Red Rocks Facebook for any updates
Schools remain closed
Karen McClelland
928 301-2914
School cancellation Monday, April 30, and until notification of reopening
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If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
#REDforED
Join our Sedona teachers along 89A at 1 pm Saturday, Sunday, Monday and maybe Tuesday and support their demands for a fully funded public education system and better pay for Arizona teachers. 1pm for the next 4 days. You can park in the lot at the closed Taco Bell location, 1490 W. 89A. WEAR RED and bring a sign. There will be chairs, shade and water.
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To grow the grass roots to slow climate change, we must reach out. Why and how do we do this? We will go through techniques and approaches to accomplish this, all under the urgency of slowing climate change. No other force can slow the climate change than ordinary folks coming together. this is a great training to gear you up for summer outreach to slow climate change!
The first training will be held in Sedona this Saturday April 28 3 to 5. If you cannot make this training, another training will be held on May 12 in Flagstaff at the East Library from 2 to 4 PM. pm. The exact location for the Sedona event will be provided by writing [email protected] or by signing up at https://www.meetup.com/N-Arizona-Climate-Change-Alliance-Sedona/events/249832742/
CALL TO COUNCIL 2018
League of Women Voters of Arizona Council 2018
April 28-29, 2018
Lodge on the Desert, 306 No. Alvernon, Tucson AZ
The League of Women Voters of Arizona invites all members of the League of Women Voters in Arizona to attend our statewide bi-annual meeting in Tucson Arizona. Our host League is the League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson. Freda Johnson, President and Judy Wood, President-elect along with a great team of League members have put together a special event.
The historic location at the Lodge on the Desert is an opportunity for League members from around the state to get to know each other, and to begin our work on the Arizona portion of the League of Women Voters’ Roadmap toward a stronger League. We will also do a small amount of business, and learn about using some of the newer technologies for League work.
Who can attend: We want any League member in Arizona to attend! We encourage any League member who is interested in how the League of Women Voters in Arizona will move from where we are today to where we want to be in the future.
Cost:
Registration Fee: $115 (includes lunch and dinner Saturday with vegetarian options, snack breaks, and Council Workbook)
Register Online at:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lwvaz-council-2018-registration-44473628821
Hotel Cost: $160 per night double occupancy (this council rate includes breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi) For those coming in Friday night, April 27 the hotel cost is the same. We are also making arrangements for a special dining room for dinner (at your own expense) at the hotel.
Please contact the hotel directly to make your room reservation.
Reference – STALEAL
Lodge On the Desert: 1-877-498-6776 or https://gc.synxis.com/rez.aspx?Hotel=17394&Chain=5334&group=STALEA
Hotel Reservations MUST be made by April 6, 2018
If you have any questions, please contact us at 480-966-0931 or [email protected].
League members from around the state at the March For Our Lives events
Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy.
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4:00 and 7:00
School cancellation Monday, April 30, and until notification of reopening
#REDforED
Join our Sedona teachers along 89A at 1 pm Saturday, Sunday, Monday and maybe Tuesday and support their demands for a fully funded public education system and better pay for Arizona teachers. 1pm for the next 4 days. You can park in the lot at the closed Taco Bell location, 1490 W. 89A. WEAR RED and bring a sign. There will be chairs, shade and water.
4:00 and 7:00
REPUBLICAN TEACHERS SPEAK OUT
Click to view:
https://vp.nyt.com/video/hls/2018/04/12/76186_1_arizona-teacher-conservatives_wg/master.m3u8
We Are Republican Teachers Striking in Arizona. It’s Time to Raise Taxes.
By Leah Varjacques, Taige Jensen and Japhet Weeks
We’re angry: Our classrooms are falling apart. We work multiple jobs. Our party must stop its war on public education.Published OnApril 26, 2018CreditImage by Ross D. Franklin/Associated Press
Tens of thousands of teachers are walking out of their schools in Arizona on Thursday. Arizona is the latest conservative state with protesters demanding an increase in teacher salaries and more resources for students. In this video op-ed, four conservative teachers lament the conditions in their classrooms and, in turn, wrestle with their political beliefs.
“I’m a die-hard Republican, and I’m dying inside,” says Allison Ryal-Bagley, an elementary school substitute teacher. “Republicans aren’t taking care of our kids.”
Over the last decade, Arizona has had the greatest decrease in per-student spending in the country — a 36.6 percent drop since 2008 — making it 48th in the nation. Arizona also ranks 43rd in teacher pay, at nearly $11,000 less than the national average, according to the National Education Association.
William Kimsey, who teaches English, is fed up and is moving for a teaching job in Indonesia. Laura Fox, a music teacher, works the late shift at McDonald’s to make ends meet. Jenny Bentley Ryan used to work as a Lyft driver to supplement her income teaching science. They are challenging Arizona’s Republican governor, Doug Ducey, to increase taxes and give public education the funding it deserves. — The Editors
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School cancellation Monday, April 30, and until notification of reopening
Register for tournament NOW:
Purchase Helicopter Ball Drop Tickets NOW:
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If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
Democratic Perspective – Progressive Talk Radio in Sedona and Northern Arizona on KAZM 780 AM every Monday at 8:15 a.m. Hear current local, state, and national office candidates and newsmakers discuss issues such as healthcare, prescription drug costs, poverty, climate change, local environmental, social justice, and a variety of other issues. See our archive of shows at http://verdevalleyindependentdemocrats.org/ or listen to the live stream at http://www.kazmradio.com/talkshows.htm
Keep involved and “Don’t Agonize, Organize!”
#REDforED
Join our Sedona teachers along 89A at 1 pm Saturday, Sunday, Monday and maybe Tuesday and support their demands for a fully funded public education system and better pay for Arizona teachers. 1pm for the next 4 days. You can park in the lot at the closed Taco Bell location, 1490 W. 89A. WEAR RED and bring a sign. There will be chairs, shade and water.
4:00 and 7:00
This event will be the every first Tuesday of the month, 6 pm, Talk Politics & Act.
At the DORR Office.
Description: A free flow sharing of issues in politics that we care about.
Followed by group suggestions for actions.
Join us to a fun evening of Wine & Cheese as we write postcards to voters in Pennsylvania to encourage voting for the March 13 Congressional election. This is a very important election! Republicans are pumping 1.5 Million into it! A young, progressive democrat is up for election. LET’S TURN PENNSYLVANIA BLUE!
Bring some cheese,crackers and wine to share with 5-6 people.
PLEASE SHARE, BRING A FRIEND…OR TWO!
Register for tournament NOW:
Purchase Helicopter Ball Drop Tickets NOW:
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If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
Register for tournament NOW:
Purchase Helicopter Ball Drop Tickets NOW:
https://form.jotform.com/80570849984170
If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
Register for tournament NOW:
Purchase Helicopter Ball Drop Tickets NOW:
https://form.jotform.com/80570849984170
If you don’t play golf and want to let teachers know they are VALUED
It’s time to Party for a Meaningful Purpose NOW!
https://www.wevalueourteachers.org/letsparty.html
Dear League Members and Friends,
The New Member Gathering will be Tuesday May 8 instead of Monday, May 7. Time is still 5-7PM and includes light supper. Location- at the home of Barbara Litrell, 75 Lolomi Drive, Sedona Please RSVP to 649-0135 or [email protected].
Barbara
Helicopter Ball Drop
If you purchased a Hole Sponsor sign it will be displayed.
Please arrive before 4:00 in case Sedona Air Tours is early.
Helicopter Ball Drops are very dramatic, however over quickly.
Ball Drop Tickets are still available: www.wevalueourteachers.org
If the 1st ball in the hole has your number on it you will win $1,000.00!
Dear Big Park Community School Supporter,
The Big Park Fun Run returns to Big Park on Wednesday, May 9th. Students, staff, families and general community members will walk or run for 30 minutes on our school course. Students will seek donations for their efforts during the three weeks prior to the Fun Run; Big Park Community School Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) is currently seeking event sponsorships. Your sponsorship dollars will help cover the cost of the Fun Run and increase our earning potential for this event. Together, we are raising funds for Big Park classrooms. We support Big Park Community School in its mission to provide students with a world-class education, right here in the Village of Oak Creek.
We anticipate more than 200 students taking part in this year’s Fun Run. In addition to seeking donations and running/walking on May 9th, students will explore the IB Learner Profile Traits, a cornerstone of Big Park’s emerging International Baccalaureate program. Each classroom forms a “team.” Each team has it’s own identity and will create a cheer to represent the IB Learner Profile Trait assigned to their class: Inquirers, Knowledgeable, Thinkers, Communicators, Principled, Open-minded, Caring, Courageous, Balanced and Reflective.
We are proud to raise funds in a way that engages our students, while supporting their health, vitality and emotional intelligence. We hope you’ll support our efforts through event sponsorship. Sponsorships range from $50 to $750, so there is something for everyone.
Big Park Community School PTSA is a local unit of Arizona PTA, a 501(c)(3) non-profit association. Big Park Community School PTSA is tax exempt under federal and state law; we will provide you with Tax ID information upon receipt of your contribution.
Thank you for supporting our students, our neighborhood school and the broader community!
Sincerely,
Big Park Community School Fun Run Committee
Katie Chorlton, Niccole D’Adamo, Amy Davis, Heather Hermen, Debbie Jones, Heidi Kenney, Viviane Kraus, Mariana Laas, Debbie Metzger, Karen Muschkat, Creed Ostler, Diane Schumacher, Theresa Weston-Morris
Fill out donation sheet:
TONIGHT IN SEDONA, come and support our next Governor, Steve Farley.
Posted by Karen McClelland on Friday, May 11, 2018
Join us in canvasing voters to sign petitions to get LD6 candidates on the ballot.
Wade Carlisle, Bobby Tyler, Felicia French
Meet at the DORR office on Saturday, May 12 at 10:00am.
Join us at 9:00 to meet Terry Goddard and sign or pick up petitions to Outlaw Dirty Money.
You’re invited to our monthly meeting on May 15, at 5:00, at the Old Red Rooster Cafe,
901 Main Street, Cottonwood.
Meet Candidates David Garcia; for Governor, Kelly Fryer; for governor, Mark Cardenas; for state treasurer; and David Schapira; for Superintendent of Public Instruction.
May 15th!!
JOIN US!!!!
Dr. David Brill, M.D. – candidate for U.S. Representative for Congressional District 4 is the first Democratic candidate to file with the Arizona Secretary of State for CD4, filing 2,000 signatures from throughout CD4 seeking the Democratic nomination for the August 28, 2018 Primary Election. Dr. Brill has been a Veterans Administration health care executive and the owner of three small businesses. He lives in Prescott.
Mark Robert Gordon – candidate for Arizona Secretary of State, the state’s No. 2 post. He is an attorney specializing in election and voting rights law. An Arizona native who attended school in Phoenix, he went on to earn degrees from Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson School of Public & International Affairs, Columbia Law School, and Harvard University’s Kennedy School of Government, and has had a career in entertainment as an actor, writer, director, and producer.
Felicia French – candidate for Arizona State Legislature in district 6, which includes Sedona, the Verde Valley, Village of Oak Creek, Flagstaff, Holbrook, Payson, Pine, Snowflake, Tusayan, Williams, and more. She is a Retired Army Colonel, Afghan War Veteran and Army medical evacuation helicopter pilot with 32 years of service. She is a Registered Nurse, an educator, and a hospice case manager.
Justin Clifton – Sedona City Manager, is the city’s chief administrative officer and is responsible for overseeing the daily administration of the city. He has held the position for three years and was formerly the City Manager of Delta, Colorado. The mayor and city council appoint the city manager, who reports directly to those elected officials. Mr. Clifton will speak on a variety of current issues in the City of Sedona, including the upcoming city election.
Join us for breakfast and learn about the critical issues affecting our world.
Visit DORR’s website at www.sedonadorr.org for more info!
JOIN January Contreras in Flagstaff!
Weatherford Hotel!
January Contreras, candidate for Arizona Attorney General, will talk about net neutrality, women’s rights, enforcing gun laws, and other reasons we need a good State Attorney General.
Posted by Coconino County Democratic Party on Thursday, May 10, 2018
Join us!
Contact Toby if you are not a member for information.
Our monthly meeting will be on Monday, May 21, from 1:30-3:30.
We will be discussing ideas that our group can take to get out the vote.
Join us!!!
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OHalleran Sedona Reception 5:30
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On June 2, Non-toxic Verde Valley will be presenting important information about pesticides used locally and the impact they have on the environment, water table and ecosystem.
Please attend to learn what we can do locally to safeguard our community.
Saturday, June 2, 2018
12:30 PM to 1:45 PM
Every 1st Saturday of the month
Add this to your calendar.
Cottonwood Public Library
100 S 6th Street · Cottonwood, AZ
How to find us
Room B
COME AND MEET OUR GREAT LINEUP OF DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES FOR GOVERNOR, US SENATE, CONGRESS, ARIZONA LEGISLATURE AND OTHER LOCAL AND STATEWIDE OFFICES
DORR SUMMER PICNIC
3-6 PM Sunday, June 3rd Save the Date!!
BIG PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL CAMPUS
25 SADDLEHORN, SEDONA AZ 86351
COME AND MEET OUR GREAT LINEUP OF DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES FOR GOVERNOR, US SENATE, CONGRESS, ARIZONA LEGISLATURE AND OTHER LOCAL AND STATEWIDE OFFICES
Enjoy some great potluck food and fellowship with your fellow Democrats and progressives.
PLEASE CONTACT JAN GRAHAM AT [email protected] IF YOU WANT TO VOLUNTEER.
PLEASE BRING A SIDE DISH OR DESERT TO SHARE.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO COLLECT RAFFLE PRIZES AND GIFT CERTIFICATES AND TO WORK ON THE DAY OF THE PICNIC.
Enjoy some great potluck food and fellowship with your fellow Democrats and progressives.
PLEASE CONTACT JAN GRAHAM AT [email protected] IF YOU WANT TO VOLUNTEER.
PLEASE BRING A SIDE DISH OR DESERT TO SHARE.
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO COLLECT RAFFLE PRIZES AND GIFT CERTIFICATES AND TO WORK ON THE DAY OF THE PICNIC.
If you are considering running for a schoolboard seat in a public school district in Yavapai County or for the Yavapai College board— please consider attending an information and training session offered by the Yavapai County School Superintendents office on June 4.
Sedona has 2 seats up for election.
The seat for the Sedona area on the Yavapai College Board is also up for reelection.
Governing Board Training for New and Prospective Members
The training will be from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM, dinner will be provided
Training will cover the following topics related to the role of a Board Member:
Powers and Duties of Governing Boards
Open Meeting Law
Policy Development
Budget Developement
Boardmanship
Board Member Ethics
Please complete the following form to register for this event. If you need assistance or have any questions contact Jenn Nelson at 928-442-5138
GO TO : http://ycesa.com/election-services/governing-board-training/ TO REGISTER FOR THIS TRAINING
Go to http://ycesa.com/schools-and-charters to find out open seats in your district. Petitions to run for school board must be turned in by August 8. There are 2 or 3 open seats on every Governing Board in November 2018. Get Involved! Run For Something!
NEXT WEEK!
Sedona International Film Festival
is proud to present
Teri Bays’ One-Woman Play
For 15 years Teri Bays’ beautiful voice was heard at the St. John Vianney Catholic Church. Though Sedona residents and visitors might miss her angelic voice, audience members across the country are thrilled to see her perform — and also hear her sing — in her one-woman play, “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story”.
Now, Bays is bringing her show back home to Sedona for a one-night performance at the Mary D. Fisher Theatre on Thursday, June 7 at 7 p.m.
A timely piece, “Joan Chittister: Her story, my story, our story” addresses issues around women, abuse, identity and overcoming adversity. Joan Chittister happens to be a Benedictine nun, an international speaker and author on subjects of peace, justice and women’s issues.
“Joan is a passionate and prophetic voice in the church today. It is the thrill of my life, to play this remarkable woman and speak her inspiring words,” said Bays.
One has to see the play to discover the connection between Chittister and Bays. But as the threads of their lives are revealed, audience members begin to see themselves in the story as well.
“The show has changed a bit from the first performance, Teri explained. “I added a song, I cut whole sections and changed the beginning.”
After reading the script Chittister wrote, “The work is seamlessly, artfully and movingly welded together. It’s a fresh and interesting approach to the notion of the universality of women today. It has heart and substance … great praise.”
Recently Chittister herself saw the play. When asked about that performance for Chittister, Bays said, “Performing ‘Joan Chittister’ the play for Joan Chittister was an emotional experience — for both of us.”
The Vatican tried to prevent Chittister from speaking in 2001, but she continues to be a sought-after speaker throughout the world, having written over sixty books and over seven hundred articles.Teri Bays performed in several off-Broadway shows in New York City including “The Duplex” and starred in several leading roles including Maria in “The Sound of Music”, Anita in “West Side Story” and The Witch in “Into the Woods”. Sedona residents might remember her playing opposite her Broadway-actor husband in Neil Simon’s “Chapter Two” at the Canyon Moon Theatre. Teri has written a book and recorded two CDs in addition to this play.
JOIN US!
Political Book Club
Contact:
Barbara
928.649.0135
JOIN US!
Grill for Brill the CD4, Democratic candidate for Congress!
Watson Lake, Upper Ramada, Prescott
Join Us!
Philosophy and Politics – “Abortion Ethics – Finding agreement between Pro choice nd Pro Life”
Bertha Manning Associate Professor, ASU School of Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Studies,
6:00 – 7:30pm
Join Wade Carlisle and Bobby Tyler for lunch on Thursday, June 14 at noon.
Join Us in Cottonwood!
Join us to plan events for the upcoming political season.
Contact Toby for more info @ 928.274.0389 or [email protected]
Join us at our monthly meeting at the Old Rooster Cafe in Cottonwood at 5:00.
901 Main Street
Candidates Kathy Hoffman for AZ Superintendent of Public Ed. and candidates Sandra Kennedy, and Bill Mundell, seeking Corporate Commission positions, will attend the meeting.
Everyone is welcome.
Please join The LWV and Barbara for a movie night at the home of a member. TBA
Contact:
Barbara Litrell
928.649.0135