Education + Schools
Aimee Cobabe
Tooele County students speak with International Space Station astronaut
The students gathered in the high school gym and communicated with the astronaut and the International Space Station via ham radio.2 years ago
Amanda Dickson
Dickson: What teachers say about culture wars in the classroom
'Concerns based on fear,' 'an adult problem,' 'a weed overtaking a garden,' are a few thoughts from Utah teachers on culture wars.2 years ago
Heather Peterson
Esports sanctioned as an official high school activity in Utah
Utah schools embrace esports as colleges and universities across the U.S. offer millions of dollars in financial aid for the sports each year.2 years ago
Amie Schaeffer
Utah students could soon earn bachelor’s degrees in 3 years
College students may be able to graduate with a bachelors degree in three years in some industries.2 years ago
Zenebou Sylla, CNN
Some New England universities, including Yale, break $90,000 barrier for total tuition cost in upcoming school year
Yale, Tufts, and Boston University are among a few private colleges that top the year's costs for tuition.2 years ago
Tammy Kikuchi and Emma Keddington
Cedar High School grapples with mascot name, five years after it was changed
The Iron School District Board of Education is grappling with changing the Cedar High School mascot back from "Reds" to "Redmen."2 years ago
Mariah Maynes
Study looks into Utah voters’ opinions on curriculum transparency in schools
A Sutherland Institute study found that a majority of Utah voters support curriculum transparency. However, fewer of them support mandating it with legislation.2 years ago
Britt Johnson
The cost of college tuition in Utah is going up
The Utah Board of Higher Education approved an average 3.3% percent college tuition increase, that will go into effect for the 2024/2025 school year.2 years ago
Michael Camit
Scammers are taking advantage of the demand for ACT and SAT prep
Scammers have noticed the demand for ACT and SAT prep courses. Here's how you can avoid the scam yourself.2 years ago
Heather Peterson
Utah’s public universities seek approval for tuition hikes
The University of Utah and several other public universities are asking the Board of Higher Education to approve tuition hikes for next year.2 years ago
Jessica Lowell
Utah Education Association opposes changes to education funding
The proposed ballot measure would change the way Utah funds education. Right now all of the funds from income tax go to education.2 years ago
Emma Keddington
High school students gather for SheTech Explorer Day
SheTech Explorer Day brought thousands of high school girls from all around Utah to Mountain America Expo Center.2 years ago
Amanda Dickson
Dickson: I’m committed to not texting my kids while they’re in school
Amanda Dickson says she's totally guilty of texting her kids while they're in school. She's committed to stoping it.2 years ago
Mary Culbertson and Debbie Worthen
Police: Online school shooting threat at Bingham High is not credible
Screenshots of an online school shooting threat circled in South Jordan Wednesday night. Police believe the threat came from outside Utah.2 years ago
Amy Donaldson
LISTEN: Utah high school sports group investigating ‘scholarships’ for international students
One student's struggles highlight lack of scrutiny, oversight and accountability on the part of private schools and prep academies.2 years ago
Peter Johnston
Utah’s school choice scholarship attracts more homeschoolers
Homeschooled make up over half of the applicants for the Utah Fits All scholarship program according to data.2 years ago
Heather Peterson
UVU offers freshman housing option for the first time
Starting this fall, Utah Valley University will offer on-campus housing to incoming freshman for the first time. The college says its in an effort to help freshman feel more connected to the UVU community.2 years ago
TAMARA VAIFANUA, KSL TV
Sixth graders in Clinton are learning about and celebrating women in STEM
Voyage Academy students from Clinton, Utah are celebrating women in STEM and learning about their history and contributions.2 years ago
Adam Small and Heather Peterson
Alpine School District meetings to provide public comment opportunity
This week, a company contracted with Alpine School District will hold the first public meetings on proposed reconfigurations of the largest district in Utah.2 years ago
Eric Cabrera
The hunt for child care in the summer has begun in Utah
Summer camps in Utah, along with other childcare options, might be in high demand this year amid a childcare shortage.2 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
Here’s why Spanish Fork High School was in lockout Thursday morning
The outside doors at Spanish Fork High were locked when, during a fight between students, someone thought they saw a gun.2 years ago
Don Brinkerhoff
Utah welding student will represent the U.S. in a world competition
A Utah student has made it to the world stage in France, where he'll show off his welding skills to everyone.2 years ago
Britt Johnson
Intense interest in the Utah Education Fits all scholarship leads to more availability
When first proposed, the Utah Education Fits All scholarship provided 5,000 scholarships. Now, the number has doubled.2 years ago
