The Children’s Museum of Phoenix unveiled a $23.5M, five‑year plan to activate unused Monroe School space with new exhibits and more room for families. The project pairs public bond dollars with private grants to finish and open roughly 17,600 square feet of gallery space.

Surprise invites families to its Cookies and Crafts with Santa event on December 14, offering crafts and activities with Santa across six time slots. Registration is required, with a fee for residents and non-residents.

The Southern Arizona Research, Science, and Engineering Foundation (SARSEF) nurtures young minds in science and engineering, extending educational opportunities like the "Racing the Sun" program, and has been recognized with a community award.