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Attention Athletic Directors...Information on the 520 Form is now Available.......The National Federation of State High School Associations Coach Education Program was approved by the AIA Legislative Council on March 7, 2008......click here for more information

AIA Everyday Hero

Casey Lewis
San Simon Unified School District #18
Coach of the Year Finalist

Casey Lewis has been a head coach for the past 18 years, a teacher for almost 20 years, and a leader all his life. He has given San Simon 1A State Champion titles in track and volleyball with multiple semi final appearances in regional and state tournaments. His dedication and passion for athletics doesn’t stop there since he is also the head coach for the club volleyball team Borderline Peppers as well as track, volleyball and basketball at the junior high and the athletic direct at the high school. Casey’s leadership and hard work is recognized by his teams, community, and school through numerous awards including Coach of the Year, 1A South Athletic Director of the year, and Who’s Who Among American Teachers.

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AIA Student Spotlight

Tara Erdmann
Tucson Flowing Wells
Track & Field

Erdmann appears to be a heptathlete in the making. She hit personal records in the 800, 1,600 and 3,200, capturing titles in all three events at the Class 5A Division II championships.

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The 520 Form was adopted by the AIA Legislative Council upon the proposal from the 5A Conference. This form is in response to the continued concerns of the membership of students transferring for athletic reasons and to enhance the accountability of the membership, parents and students in fulfilling the mission of the AIA. More Information

NFHS Coach Education Program: The AIA has determined that the completion of the NFHS Fundamentals of Coaching Course is equivalent to eight (8) hours of in-service. The hours are generally acceptable for continuing education, professional development or recertification purposes. Please consult your school district policy for confirmation.

The AIA has approved two delivery systems for the training: online or blended formats. Please click below for further information.

Individual Online Purchase
Individual Online License Redemption
Blended License Redemption

If you are interested in hosting a blended training please consult the attached and then contact Michelle Byers at mbyers@aiaonline.org to schedule a session.

FAQs: Hosting Blended Training/Purchasing Bulk Online Licenses

In the news

Brophy's Tree having busy summer - Arizona Republic
06/26/08
Someone forgot to tell Mike Tree that summer is supposed to be a time to relax and kick back by the pool.

Local swimmer may surprise at Trials - Arizona Republic
06/25/08
Don't be fooled by the little girl with the braces. Ashley Evans can flat motor in the pool. Faced with a huge challenge, she usually comes through.

Ironwood Ridge hires Hisey - Tucson Citizen
06/23/08
After three years of junior college coaching, one of Arizona's winningest baseball coaches of the past 15 years is back in the high school game.

Buena High grad thrilled to be soccer pro in Germany - Tucson Citizen
06/19/08
Wolfgang Weber knew long ago that Luis Robles would somehow, someday find a way to make it in the world of soccer.

Apache Junction RB picks ASU - Arizona Republic
06/19/08
Running back Shane McCullen will probably hold all of Apache Junction's rushing records before he's done next football season, but he may never carry the ball for Arizona State.

PHS tapsvarsity assistant - Arizona Daily Sun
06/18/08
Jim Adkins, a fixture in Page High girls basketball for years, has been named interim head coach of the Sand Devils for 2008-09.

Santa Rita hoops star has college offers - Tucson Citizen
06/18/08
The mercury isn't the only thing on the rise in Tucson.

Dobson’s Carson is Gatorade Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Year - East Valley Tribune
06/18/08
Mesa Dobson’s Hannah Carson was named the 2007-08 Gatorade Arizona Girls Track & Field Athlete of the Yea today.

Arcadia QB likes new offense, coach - Arizona Republic
06/17/08
Colby Kirkegaard will be well-traveled before the summer is over.

Simply the best – Fowler named Nat'l Player of the Year - Tucson Citizen
06/11/08
A year ago Wednesday, Canyon del Oro ace pitcher Kenzie Fowler was allowed to return home from a 12-day hospital stay after life-saving surgery to remove seven inches of blood clots that had formed in her powerful right arm and worked their way toward her heart.

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