Education + Schools
JOHN HANNA, Associated Press
A union is suing Texas’ education agency for investigating teachers over posts about Charlie Kirk
A Texas teachers union sued the state's education department on Tuesday, accusing it of an improper "wave of retaliation" against public school employees over their social media comments following the assassination of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk.7 months ago
Bryanna Willis
3 more books have been banned in Utah schools, bringing the total to 22
Three more books were added to a list of banned books across schools in Utah.7 months ago
Deanie Wimmer and Michael Houck, KSL
Musician surprises Herriman High School marching band while on tour
A Utah high school marching band that spent over 250 hours preparing a field show based on an indie-folk artist's music got a surprise they'll never forget.8 months ago
Jason Swensen, Deseret News
What’s the Trump administration doing to help college aspirants make informed money decisions?
The Education Department is now disclosing institutions where graduates earn, on average, less than high school grads.8 months ago
Kimberlee Kruisi and Jennifer McDermott, Associated Press
Authorities say they will release person of interest detained in Brown University shooting
Police in Rhode Island say they have a person of interest in custody after a shooting at Brown University killed two people and wounded nine others. The incident happened Saturday afternoon in a classroom during final exams. An FBI agent says the arrest took place at a hotel in Coventry, about 20 miles from Providence.8 months ago
Steve Bartle, KSL Sports, Utah Insider
Kyle Whittingham to Step Down as Head Coach of Utah Football
Whittingham, 66, has served in that role since 2005. He has guiding the program from the Mountain West to the Pac-12, and then again into the Big 12.8 months ago
Mike Anderson, KSL TV
Increase in drivers passing school buses draws safety concerns in Box Elder County
Box Elder School District says motorists are putting children at risk by passing stopped school buses along Highway 89 in Willard and Perry.8 months ago
Simone Seikaly
Alpine School District apologizes for “hurt feelings” after claim by Freedom From Religion group
The Freedom From Religion Foundation said the school showed a video with "overtly religious messaging" during class on Nov. 17.8 months ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL
University of Utah Health research funding reaches record $531M in 2025
University of Utah Health has amassed record research funding totals, surpassing the half-billion mark for 2025, reaching $531 million.8 months ago
Bryanna Willis
Utah’s most women-friendly workplaces still need improvement, USU study finds
In a final survey for USU's Companies Championing Women, researchers found a need for more part-time work, job sharing, and childcare.8 months ago
Debbie Worthen, KSL TV
Lomond View Elementary wins temporary reprieve as district orders independent review
The decision came after weeks of passionate pleas from parents who argued that Lomond View outperforms surrounding schools and provides a nurturing environment for their children.8 months ago
Arianne Brown for KSL.com
Iron County schools considering 4-day school week, seeking public input
The four-day week would add approximately 27 minutes to each school day and cut 8.22 hours over the course of the year, Iron County School Board member Stephanie Hill explained.8 months ago
Curtis Booker, KSL.com
New Millcreek initiative aims to expose youth to diverse career paths
The city of Millcreek is on a mission to invest in its community and help set its youth on the path to career fields that they may be interested in.8 months ago
Jeff Roberson
A cafeteria worker prepares a Thanksgiving meal to feed hundreds
The first year Shirley Mease cooked up a free Thanksgiving feast in the Reeds Spring High School cafeteria, icy weather kept most people away. But when her family knocked on doors to offer the meals, the gratefulness they found confirmed the need in her Missouri community.9 months ago
Michelle Lee
300 hams donated to Davis School District to support families in need during the holidays
The event was a partnership between Mercedes-Benz of Farmington and Utah Jazz shooting guard Sviatoslav “Svi” Mykhailiuk.9 months ago
Joe Wirthlin
Passing bus drivers can lead to thousand dollar fines, Box Elder County bus driver warns
A bus driver with the Box Elder County School District wants drivers to avoid heavy penalties for illegally passing buses stopped with flashing red lights.9 months ago
Pat Reavy, KSL.com
Former West High drama teacher convicted of sexually abusing teen student
Following the verdict, Sterrett "Rett" Oney Neale, 60, of Salt Lake City, was immediately taken into custody. He is scheduled to be sentenced on Jan. 5.9 months ago
Par Kermani, KSL.com
Tracy Aviary is opening Utah’s first nature-based preschool next year
Utah's first licensed nature-based preschool opens August 2026 at Tracy Aviary. Wonder Bloom aims to teach children through nature to become conservationists.9 months ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com
Audit: Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind needs increased oversight, better planning
A legislative audit is suggesting Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind need more oversight and better strategic planning.9 months ago
Kennedy Camarena
Deseret Peak High School put on secure and hold status after cocaine found in bathroom
Deseret Peak High School in Tooele was put under a secure and hold status on Tuesday as medical personnel worked to clean up an unknown substance inside the school. It was later found to be cocaine.9 months ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com
Granite School District holding public hearings to decide fate of 2 east-side elementary schools
Two elementary schools in Granite School District's east side could be closing after officials recommended they shut down.9 months ago
Michelle Lee
From West High School to Carnegie Hall: Utah choir receives opportunity of a lifetime
It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the West High School Choir: performing at Carnegie Hall in New York City.9 months ago
Heather Peterson
Students returning to Open Classroom charter school after major sewer repairs
Students from a Salt Lake City charter school that had a major sewer problem are finally heading back to their campus Friday.9 months ago
