The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation is proud to launch ElevateEdAZ in Pima County, marking an exciting new chapter in our mission to prepare Arizona students for high-wage, high-demand career pathways.

Since 2019, ElevateEdAZ has connected more than 180,000 students across 27 high schools in 7 districts (including one charter network) with opportunities that link education to the workforce. Through career exploration, work-based learning, early college credit, and industry-recognized credentials, we help high school students graduate ready for college and career success while strengthening Arizona’s future workforce.

Our partnership with the Sahuarita Unified School District and the Green Valley/Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce Foundation represents a 2-year pilot program designed to refine and expand our framework for future collaborations across Arizona. By working together, we aim to empower students, strengthen workforce pipelines, and create economic opportunities for the entire community.

At Sahuarita High School and Walden Grove High School we are focused on the following metrics:

The collaboration between the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation and the Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber of Commerce Foundation reflects the power of community-driven solutions. By working alongside local schools and the business community, ElevateEdAZ ensures that programs are tailored to Southern Arizona’s unique opportunities and workforce priorities. Students gain access to ElevateEdAZ’s proven strategies that help them access to real-world learning experiences, educators benefit from stronger connections to industry, and businesses help shape a pipeline of skilled talent for the future.

This pilot program will inform how ElevateEdAZ grows across Arizona—expanding access to high-demand careers while creating economic mobility for students and strengthening communities statewide.

The map below highlights the schools and districts currently partnering with ElevateEdAZ. Each new school we serve represents stronger connections between students, educators, and employers. By expanding into Southern Arizona, we are extending this network of opportunity and building on a proven track record of impact across the state.

Stay tuned for inspiring stories and updates from our Southern Arizona Pilot Program, showcasing the transformative impact of this collaboration on students, educators, and employers.