I was also–for those following current events in Tucson–happy to see students from TUSD’s Ethnic Studies Program out gathering signatures to oust the school board that supported ending that highly successful program, as well as gathering email address for those of us who want more information about future chances to help.
Fellow Arizona writer azang (aka Angela Fox) took this lovely picture at the signing after the YA SF/Fantasy panel:
(left to right, top: Aprilynne Pike, Angela Fox, Zachary Fox; bottom: Janni Lee Simner (aka me), Cynthia Leitich Smith)
It’s hard to believe this event has only been a part of Tucson for four years, because it fits our city so well it feels like it’s always been here.