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Carefree Kiwanis Awards Scholarships to Yavapai Students

Yavapai County Superintendent of Schools Steve King is pleased to express his appreciation and gratitude to the Kiwanis Club of Carefree and to honor the seven Yavapai County high school seniors who received scholarships from this charitable community group.

With 40 years of giving back to the community, the Kiwanis Club of Carefree annually celebrates student achievement during its scholarship awards ceremony. They recognize the talents and needs of students in rural regions and extend their generosity to outstanding graduating seniors in these areas.

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Posted May 25, 2026

Bagdad Unified School District Governing Board Appointment

Yavapai County School Superintendent Steve King is excited to announce the appointment of Megan Fain to the Bagdad Unified School Governing Board, effective March 24, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Due to a family emergency, this appointment was held and finalized after the typical March 1 cutoff for appointments during an election year. She fills the vacant seat opened by the resignation of Board President Holli Diehl. Superintendent King expresses his sincere appreciation for Diehl’s dedicated service.

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Posted March 30, 2026

Yavapai County Spelling Bee Results Announced

Twenty-four spellers qualified in this year’s county competition by winning their local school-based bee. The county bee is effectively a “Tournament of Champions,” with students coming from school districts, charter schools, private schools, and from the home school community. Heritage Middle School 8th grader, Rebecca Caulkins, emerged as champion in Round 11 during the 80th annual Yavapai County Spelling Bee, Saturday, February 7th, in the Phillip England Performing Arts Center in Camp Verde.

Three outstanding spellers finished second, third and fourth respectively: 6th grader Sierra Gagnon of Camp Verde Middle School, 7th grader AnnaBelle Gray of Bagdad Middle School, and 6th grader Miles Hall of Granite Mountain Upper Elementary School. Winners receive engraved plaques and checks totaling $750 that ranged from $300 to $100, based on place in the bee. All students received medals for competing.

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Posted February 12, 2026

Mountain Institute Career and Technology Education District (MICTED) - Seligman Governing Board Vacancy to Remain Open

The Yavapai County School Superintendent’s Office announced today that the current vacancy on the Mountain Institute Career and Technology Education District (MICTED) Governing Board, representing Seligman Unified School District, will remain unfilled through December 2026 and will instead be filled through the regular election process.

In light of the vacancy occurring close to the election filing period, it was determined that allowing the position to be filled by voters best supports transparency, continuity, and community participation. Individuals interested in serving are encouraged to seek the office through the election.

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Posted February 12, 2026

Seligman Unified School District Governing Board Vacancy To Remain Open

The Yavapai County School Superintendent’s Office announced that the current vacancy on the Seligman Unified School District Governing Board will remain unfilled through December 2026 and will instead be filled through the regular election process.

In light of the vacancy occurring close to the election filing period, it was determined that allowing the position to be filled by voters best supports transparency, continuity, and community participation. Individuals interested in serving are encouraged to seek the office through the election.

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Posted February 12, 2026

Bagdad Unified School District Governing Board Vacancy

Yavapai County School Superintendent Steve King has announced a vacancy on the Bagdad Unified School District Governing Board, effective February 28, 2026. The opening was created due to the resignation of Board President Holli Diehl, who is moving out of her district. We greatly appreciate the service that Ms. Diehl has provided to the school district and the community.

If you are interested in filling the vacancy, send a letter of interest and a resume to Mrs. Audrey Isley, Education Elections Coordinator, 2970 Centerpointe East, Prescott, AZ 86301, Email: Audrey.Isley@yavapaiaz.gov. Please include information about yourself, why you would like to be a board member, your residence and mailing addresses, and home/work phone numbers. Candidates may include letters of recommendation or support if they wish.

Deadline for receipt of letters of interest and resumes is Thursday, February 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Mr. King will interview candidates in Bagdad on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. The appointment should be announced by Wednesday, February 18, 2026, and be valid from the time of taking the oath of office until December 31, 2026. If the appointee wishes to continue beyond that date, they will need to run for the seat in the 2026 election cycle for a new term beginning in 2027. If you have any questions, please call Audrey Isley at 928-442-5138 or email Audrey.Isley@Yavapaiaz.gov.

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Posted February 10, 2026

Mingus Union High School District Governing Board Appointment

Yavapai County School Superintendent Steve King is excited to announce the appointment of Matt Chavez to the Mingus Union High School Governing Board, effective February 12, 2026, through December 31, 2026. He fills the position previously held by Ashley Koepnick, and Superintendent King expresses his appreciation for Koepnick’s dedicated service.

Mr. Chavez is a firefighter with Verde Valley Fire District, an active community member and parent, and long-time resident of the district having attended Cottonwood Elementary School, Cottonwood Middle School, and Mingus Union High School. He is a strong supporter of public schools, and proudly stated “between the afterschool programs, education, and consistency, public school saved me and my mother’s life.” Superintendent King is confident he will serve as a knowledgeable, dedicated, and competent board member.

The appointment comes after a comprehensive interview process and Mr. King was extensively impressed with the caliber of the candidates’ integrity and dedication that were interviewed. He is very hopeful for the future of the Mingus Union High School District. For further inquiries, please contact Education Elections Coordinator Audrey Isley at 928-442-5138 or audrey.isley@yavapaiaz.gov.

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Posted February 4, 2026

Mingus Union High School District Governing Board Interviews Rescheduled

Due to a family emergency for the School Superintendent, the Board interviews originally scheduled for January 26, 2026, for the Mingus Union High School District Governing Board are being rescheduled. Updated deadline for receipt of letters of interest and resumes has been extended to Friday, January 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.  Mr. King will interview candidates at Mingus High School on Monday, February 2, 2026. The appointment should be announced by Wednesday, February 4, 2026, and be valid from the time of taking the oath of office until December 31, 2026. If you have any questions, please call Audrey Isley at 928-442-5138 or email Audrey.Isley@Yavapaiaz.gov.

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Posted January 23, 2026

Mountain Institute Career and Technology Education District (MICTED) - Seligman Governing Board Interviews Rescheduled

Due to a family emergency for the School Superintendent, the Board interviews originally scheduled for February 2, 2026, for the Mountain Institute Career and Technology Education District (MICTED) Governing Board are being rescheduled. Updated deadline for receipt of letters of interest and resumes has been extended to Friday, February 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.  Mr. King will interview candidates in Seligman on Monday, February 23, 2026. The appointment should be announced by Wednesday, February 25, 2026, and be valid from the time of taking the oath of office until December 31, 2026. If you have any questions, please call Audrey Isley at 928-442-5138 or email Audrey.Isley@Yavapaiaz.gov.

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Posted January 23, 2026

Seligman Unified School District Governing Board Interviews Rescheduled

Due to a family emergency for the School Superintendent, the Board interviews originally scheduled for February 2, 2026, for the Seligman Unified School District Governing Board are being rescheduled. Updated deadline for receipt of letters of interest and resumes has been extended to Friday, February 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.  Mr. King will interview candidates in Seligman on Monday, February 23, 2026. The appointment should be announced by Wednesday, February 25, 2026, and be valid from the time of taking the oath of office until December 31, 2026. If you have any questions, please call Audrey Isley at 928-442-5138 or email Audrey.Isley@Yavapaiaz.gov.

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Posted January 23, 2026

Mingus Union High School District Governing Board Vacancy

Yavapai County School Superintendent Steve King has announced a vacancy on the Mingus Union High School District Governing Board, effective January 7, 2026. The opening was created due to the resignation of Board Member Ashley Koepnick. We greatly appreciate the service that she has provided to the school district and the community.

If you are interested in filling the vacancy, send a letter of interest and a resume to Mrs. Audrey Isley, Education Elections Coordinator, 2970 Centerpointe East, Prescott, AZ 86301, Email: Audrey.Isley@yavapaiaz.gov. Please include information about yourself, why you would like to be a board member, your residence and mailing addresses, and home/work phone numbers. Candidates may include letters of recommendation or support if they wish.

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Posted January 12, 2026

Mountain Institute Career and Technology Education District (MICTED) - Seligman Governing Board Vacancy -- Reposting

Yavapai County School Superintendent Steve King has announced a vacancy on the Mountain Institute Career and Technology Education District (MICTED) Governing Board, representing Seligman Unified School District, effective December 4, 2025.  The period for submitting applications has been extended.

The opening was created by the resignation of Board Member Edee Spain, who has moved out of the district. We greatly appreciate the service that Ms. Spain has provided to the school district and the community.

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Posted January 7, 2026

Seligman Unified School District Governing Board Vacancy -- Reposting

Yavapai County School Superintendent Steve King has announced a vacancy on the Seligman Unified School District Governing Board. This is a nonpartisan seat and appointment. The opening was created due to the resignation of Board Member Diane Pritchett, who has moved out of her district. We greatly appreciate the service that Ms. Pritchett has provided to the school district and the community. The resignation is effective December 11, 2025. The period for submitting applications has been extended.

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Posted January 7, 2026

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