Education + Schools
Heather Peterson
Local thrift store asks for donations during back-to-school season
Back-to-school shopping can be expensive. Buying your kid a whole new wardrobe is not feasible for everyone.2 years ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com
Voters in these 6 Utah cities will vote in November to split from the Alpine School District
Residents will have the opportunity to decide on whether or not their cities will split from Alpine School District.2 years ago
Kyle Remund
Nonprofit hosts events to prep meal kits for kids in need
The Young Caring for Our Young Foundation is working to provide thousands of meal kits to children in need.2 years ago
Heather Peterson
City councils to decide if Alpine School District split should be added to November ballot
Several cities from the Alpine School District will vote Tuesday on whether to put a school district split on the ballot.2 years ago
Bryanna Willis
Alpine School District proposing tax increase to fund new schools
Alpine School District officials say they need the tax increase in order to meet requirements from the state to get additional funding.2 years ago
Kennedy Camarena
Springville fire caused $100,000 in damages to school building
A school building for STEM students went up in flames on Sunday due to what firefighters believe was an electrical problem.2 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
More books banned from schools across Utah
More books are now banned from all schools across the state of Utah.2 years ago
Heather Peterson
UTA offers free transit passes again for those in Salt Lake City School District
Faculty, students and family members in the Salt Lake City School District can get free passes for UTA public transportation.2 years ago
Alexandrea Bonilla
FAFSA problems decline, but administrators and education officials may experience issues
The start of the school year has less students applying for FAFSA due to problems with the new simplified application.2 years ago
Amanda Dickson
How AI and education are used in the Jordan School District
The Jordan School District welcomes AI in education and says it is especially helpful for students who are struggling.2 years ago
Eric Cabrera
New foundation aims to pay off Utah’s school lunch debt
One Utah foundation is helping pay off school lunch debt.2 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
Utah school district leading the way in a lawsuit against social media
Social media harms kids and costs districts according to a lawsuit filed by the Jordan School District and others across the nation.2 years ago
Andy Cupp
Senate to vote next week on Kids Online Safety Act
The senate is set to vote on the Kids Online Safety Act next week, a bill that is meant to help keep children safe while on social media.2 years ago
Britt Johnson
Charity in need of backpack donations for Ogden kids
A local charity is asking for backpack donations in order to give back to up to 600 kids in need in Ogden before the school year starts.2 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
New student-run Pride center opening at University of Utah
A group of University of Utah students decided to put together a new student-run Pride Center after the LGBTQ Resource Center was closed.2 years ago
Emma Benson, KSLTV.com
Local program gives underrepresented kids chance to skate on Olympic ice
A summer sports camp program through the Kearns Rec Center gives kids a change to skate at the Utah Olympic Oval.2 years ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com
Utah seeking to dismiss Utah Education Association voucher lawsuit
The state's largest teachers union in May filed a lawsuit challenging the recently implemented Utah Fits All voucher program.2 years ago
Emma Keddington
Two Weber County schools may not open in time for upcoming school year
Two Weber County schools, West Field High School and Haven Bay Elementary are still in a construction phase. School starts August 21.2 years ago
Mariah Maynes
Winter Sports School receives donation from U.S. Ski & Snowboard
The Winter Sports School has been working to raise funds for campus upgrades. Thanks to U.S. Ski & Snowboard, it is closer to its goal.2 years ago
Josuee Sanchez
Are parents spending too much on back-to-school shopping?
Are parents spending too much? According to Nerdwallet, they are spending over $500 on back-to-school shopping.2 years ago
Taun Beddes, KSL Greenhouse
KSL Greenhouse: Everything to know about tomatoes
Want to grow tomatoes in Utah? KSL Greenhouse show host Taun Beddes has some tips and a bit of history about the plant to share.2 years ago
Heather Peterson
University of Utah offers new continuing education courses
The University of Utah is trying to "close the skills gap" by offering continuing education courses for busy professionals.2 years ago
Cassidy Wixom, KSL.com
US Geological Survey adopts BYU-made water cycle curriculum to be taught nationwide
BYU plant and wildlife science professor Ben Abbott discovered that only 15% of water cycle diagrams mentioned human impact.2 years ago