Arizona holocaust education center

The Arizona Department of Education (ADE) has awarded a $7 million noncompetitive contract to the Arizona Jewish Historical Society for the establishment and operation of the Hilton Family Holocaust Education Center. The contract, identified as CTR073049, will support the development of a comprehensive Holocaust education curriculum and resource center targeting seventh and eighth-grade students across Arizona public school districts. The center is designed to provide educational materials, facilities, and curriculum focused on Holocaust education, with an anticipated annual student visiting capacity of 66,000 students.

The contract, effective upon execution and terminating on June 30, 2025, includes provisions for potential service delivery for up to ten years. Based on 2023 enrollment data, the project aims to serve approximately 168,297 students, with operational costs estimated at $14,979,000 for facility operations and maintenance. The education center is expected to accommodate around 300 students per school day during designated visiting hours, utilizing specialized educational services categorized under UNSPSC codes for vocational training, education and training services, alternative educational systems, and specialized educational services.