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Education & Training
Encouraging professional development and opportunities for correctional educators to exchange knowledge, strengthen their skills, and grow in their roles.
Arizona Correctional Educators
Empowering
Educators.
Transforming Lives.
Connecting correctional educators and professionals across Arizona through collaboration, professional development, and a shared commitment to educational excellence.
Building connections. Supporting educators.
Strengthening communities.
PEOPLE · EDUCATION · COMMUNITY
OUR FOCUS
What We Do.
Supporting Arizona's correctional education community through professional growth, meaningful connections, and a shared commitment to educational excellence.
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Community Building
Bringing educators, administrators, and partners together to share experiences, build relationships, and strengthen professional collaboration.
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Recognition & Awards
Celebrating the dedication, achievements, and contributions of individuals who make a difference in correctional education.
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Advocacy
Promoting awareness of the importance of correctional education and supporting conversations that advance educational opportunities.
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Research & Resources
Encouraging the exchange of information, educational resources, and effective practices across the correctional education community.
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Career Pathways
Highlighting the role of education in personal growth, workforce readiness, and opportunities for successful community reintegration.
Discover the people and purpose behind ACEAZ.
More About ACEAZ
CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE
Honoring Those Who Inspire.
Celebrating the individuals and programs recognized at the 2026 ACEAZ Symposium for their dedication, innovation, and contributions to correctional education.
PRESIDENTIAL AWARD
2026 AWARD RECIPIENT
Julie Niven
Presidential Award
PROGRAM EXCELLENCE
2026 AWARD RECIPIENT
Hope School Pinal County Juvenile Detention
Innovative Program of the Year
EDUCATOR EXCELLENCE
2026 AWARD RECIPIENT
Alicia Buchanan
Outstanding Correctional Educator of the Year
SYMPOSIUM HIGHLIGHT
2026 RAFFLE WINNER
Mr. Indio
$100 Raffle Winner
Congratulations to our 2026 honorees, and thank you to everyone who helped make the symposium memorable.
2026 ACEAZ SYMPOSIUM
The Organizations
Behind the Experience.
Recognizing the Platinum and Gold exhibitors of the 2026 ACEAZ Symposium. Their participation and support contributed to an event that brought Arizona's correctional education community together.
Platinum & Gold Exhibitors
2026 Symposium Recognition
WITH APPRECIATION
ACKNOWLEDGING OUR EXHIBITORS
2026
Our 2026 Exhibitors
2027 ACEAZ SYMPOSIUM
EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES
CONNECT. SHOWCASE. ENGAGE.
Showcase Your
Showcase Your
Organization at
ACEAZ 2027.
Connect with correctional education professionals from across Arizona. Share your products, services, and resources with a community committed to supporting education and professional growth.
Exhibitor Registration Coming Soon
ARIZONA CORRECTIONAL EDUCATORS
PLAN YOUR PARTICIPATION
2027
Exhibitor Information
Everything you need to begin planning your participation in the upcoming ACEAZ Symposium.
EARLY BIRD DEADLINE
March 31, 2027
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EVENT LOCATION
Harrah's Ak-Chin
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EXPECTED ATTENDANCE
250+ Educators
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SILVER LEVEL EXHIBITOR
Starting at $350
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Registration is being prepared
Exhibitor registration details will be available through the 2027 Symposium page.
ACEAZ AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Excellence Deserves
to Be Recognized.
Great work in correctional education deserves to be seen. ACEAZ recognizes the educators, professionals, and programs whose dedication and innovation make a meaningful difference.
Know someone whose contributions deserve recognition? Explore our award categories and look for nomination information as it becomes available.
Nomination details will be announced.
RECOGNITION CATEGORIES
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LEADERSHIP & SERVICE
President's Award
Honoring distinguished contributions and service to the correctional education community.
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PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE
Professional of the Year
Recognizing a professional whose commitment and work make a difference in correctional education.
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CREATIVITY & INNOVATION
Innovation Program of the Year
Celebrating inventive approaches and programs that contribute to educational opportunities.
THE PEOPLE BEHIND ACEAZ
Meet Our Board.
Get to know the individuals who contribute their time, experience, and leadership to Arizona Correctional Educators.
LEADERSHIP & REPRESENTATION
DR
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Danna Rivera
Board President
DT
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Deborah Thompson
President-Elect
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Tarinda Craglow
VP of Professional Development
LP
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Lisa Preston
Secretary
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Deborah Thompson
Treasurer
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Brian Lawrence
VP of Membership
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Kellie Burns
Northern Region Rep
QB
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Qwaye Bright
Central Region Rep
MV
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Miranda Valencia
Southern Region Rep
EC
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Eva Carrillo-Dong
South Central Region Rep
JN
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Julie Niven
South Eastern Regional Rep
Dedicated to education, professional collaboration,
and the ACEAZ community.
CONNECT WITH ACEAZ
Let's Start a
Conversation.
Have a question about Arizona Correctional Educators, membership, professional opportunities, or an upcoming symposium? We'd love to hear from you.
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