Investing in Teachers, Investing in Futures | Tucson News

Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 2m

Arizona schools are racing to keep teachers—losing them twice as fast as the national average—and districts like Sunnyside Unified and Tucson Unified are hitting back with smart, creative solutions. Sunnyside funds teachers for dual-enrollment certifications, giving students college credits while boosting teacher morale. One teacher even repurposed a free curb-side dishwasher for his lab—proof of grit when resources are scarce. Meanwhile, Tucson’s Teacher Development Academy offers new teachers full pay, benefits, and tailored training in exchange for a two-year commitment, driving high…