Expect More Arizona

Expect More Arizona brings communities together to create positive change in education at all levels.

Over the last 10 years, Expect More Arizona has built the largest statewide network of Arizonans who believe an excellent education for all students can be a game changer for our state and are willing to take action to create change. We are recognized as a leader and convener. We are known for being a trusted source of credible, nonpartisan information and we have been at the forefront of challenging Arizona to build an education-first culture.

Our unique niche - and what makes us worthy of your donation - is our ability to bring seemingly disparate voices together to make change happen. We do this by bringing people and organizations together to find common ground.

We've done this with more than 200 partners in creating the Arizona Education Progress Meter, which is a set of goals and indicators for student outcomes by 2030. The Education Progress Meter provides a shared vision for the outcomes that we hope to see in education. It has been used by hundreds of organizations across the state, including elected leaders, educators, funders, business leaders, and 45 cities and towns that have adopted the goals. This collective effort through the Progress Meter demonstrates the power of bringing communities together to improve education.

We've also done the same in bringing more than 80 partners together to find common ground on education funding through the Roadmap for P-20 Education Funding. At the local level, we work with community leaders and more than 350 partners to make education a top priority across the state, with regular work in over 30 cities and towns. We share tools and information with our partners who use them to amplify their work and have a greater impact in their communities.

We are the only education organization in Arizona that works with partners and stakeholders around the state at every level of the education continuum. We are a trusted source of information about what's happening in education that people across the state find value in.

Your donation will help us continue our efforts to find common ground to support all of Arizona's students and educators across the state.

Testimonials

"Expect More Arizona is a crucial partner in raising awareness of early childhood's impact on success in school and beyond. From establishing early learning as a key indicator of Arizona's educational progress to sharing resources for families to support their young children's learning, they are a leading voice in advocating for the world-class education Arizona's children deserve, starting at birth!" - Marilee Dal Pra, Chief Executive Officer, First Things First

"Expect More Arizona has been an oasis of support in a thirsty Arizona desert for those of us who are passionate about education in this state. In the last few years where public educators like myself had wondered if we were all alone, or if anyone knew what was happening, Expect More Arizona spoke up. They spoke up with facts and data that have let folks know that we need to do better for our kids; our future. This is an organization that is leading crucial change in a positive and thoughtful way. Together, we are making a difference for our children." - Joe Howard, Superintendent, Prescott Unified School District

"Expect More Arizona has done an exemplary job of facilitating conversation and helping to build a coalition of community advocates for education in Yuma County. The organization is respected as a leader in education among parent groups, educators, businesses and elected leaders. Their staff is outstanding and has really contributed to our efforts to build our community coalition." - Tom Tyree, Yuma County Superintendent of Schools

"Expect More Arizona continues to be a valued partner of Pima Community College by providing important advocacy for community colleges and education in Arizona. Their support of all community colleges on key issues ensured successful passage of legislation benefiting students most in need in our state. Their organization is an exemplary model for how to engage all individuals to work together and find solutions to improve education for all." - Lee D. Lambert, Chancellor of Pima Community College

"Expect More Arizona is the entity that we look to for strategic leadership for the sector, particularly in terms of policy issues that will affect the communities we serve, but also for quality assurance from a programmatic standpoint. As a leader in the education space, I am proud to strive to meet their high standards, aligning our work and our outlook with their recommendations and metrics for progress. Their organization and their talented and committed employees have been a tremendous support and resource to promote our mission and strengthen our program and our organization...