Education + Schools

Students at UVU...
Adam Small

Are more kids choosing apprenticeships over college?

According to The Wall Street Journal, apprenticeships have shot up 50% over the past decade. At the same time, college enrollment has dropped 15%.
3 years ago
Some Students at Bonneville High School received top honors for their skills in auto mechanics. The...
Mike Anderson

Bonneville High School auto mechanics program named best in country

Students at Bonneville High School received top honors for their skills in auto mechanics. Their program \now has the title of ‘Top Shop’ in the nation.
3 years ago
A Granit School District meet on May 4, 2021 ended due to disruptions over a mask mandate. (Screen ...
Emily Ashcraft, KSL.com

Two parents will pay fine for disrupting 2021 Granite School District meeting with mask protest

Several parents disrupted a Granite School District meeting by protesting a mask mandate.
3 years ago
Grantsville high school...
Amanda Dickson

Opinion: Leaving a legacy at Grantsville High School

Amanda reflects on legacy and reputation.
3 years ago
a teen is pictured looking at formal wear...
Elizabeth Weiler

Event offers free formal wear option for Utah teens heading to prom

With prom and other dance formals around the corner, buying brand-new formal wear is not always affordable or sustainable.
3 years ago
A female student at Westminster College has filed a Title IX lawsuit against the college and women'...
Simone Seikaly

Title IX lawsuit filed against Westminster College, women’s soccer coach

A senior at Westminster College claims in a Title IX lawsuit that she and other female soccer players were sexually harassed.
3 years ago
students walking new weber state administration building, higher education spending is in question...
Elizabeth Weiler

WSU’s female deans speak up about women in leadership

At WSU, seven of the eight deans are women. They want to reach other women who aspire to be teachers, educators, or leaders.
3 years ago
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Lindsay Aerts

Utah legislature gives $15 million for teen centers in high schools. How will they work?

Teen centers are a space in Utah schools where vulnerable students can go to address any physiological or mental health needs.
3 years ago
teacher in a calm room at sunset elementary...
Amanda Dickson

Opinion: The problem with teachers quitting is parents

Parents are failing, miserably, to teach their children respect. If we want to know why teachers are quitting, we need to look in the mirror.
3 years ago
Silver lettering and red bricks form the sign for the Alpine School District Education Center....
Allessandra Harris Gurr

Alpine District officials launch formal study to adjust school boundaries

Alpine Schools will conduct a school boundary and potential closure study, and as many as five elementary schools may close.
3 years ago
The parents of a 14-year-old with severe disabilities have filed a lawsuit claiming the Davis Schoo...
KAITLYN BANCROFT, KSL TV

Parents claim Davis School District denied their daughter lifesaving care, in new lawsuit

The parents of a 14-year-old with severe disabilities have filed a lawsuit the Davis School District saying it denied their daughter potentially lifesaving accommodations.
3 years ago
utah capitol - amendments b and c are expected to pass according to preliminary results...
Simone Seikaly

Final thoughts on the last day of the Utah 2023 Legislative Session

From the House Minority Leader to Gov. Spencer Cox, a look back at the 2023 Utah Legislative Session.
3 years ago
washington county school district...
Curt Gresseth

Does work stress qualify as a Mental Health Day? Email to teachers: No, it does not.

Don't use your sick days for a Mental Health Day, teachers in Washington County have been told by their district. If you are really experiencing a mental health emergency, use your sick days, but remember to get a doctor's note.
3 years ago
Western Governors University recently concluded a study which delved into Lightcast’s job-listing...
Aubri Wuthrich

Workforce options have changed in rural areas since the pandemic

Western Governors University recently concluded a study which delved into Lightcast’s job-listing data from the past five years in rural areas.
3 years ago
snowfall...
Waverly Golden

Recent snowfall causes school bus to get stuck in Mendon

A school bus carrying nine kids got stuck this morning in the snow while en route to school due to recent snowfall, 4-wheel district vehicles saved the day.
3 years ago
FILE - New graduates line up before the start of a community college commencement in East Rutherfor...
Ariane de Vogue, CNN Supreme Court Reporter

What to watch for as the President’s student loan debt relief plan goes to court

At the heart of the case is the Department of Education's authority to forgive the loans.
3 years ago
Utah Schools closures and delays...
Amie Schaeffer

Some Northern Utah school districts opt for a delayed or virtual day do to Monday storm

Stormy conditions on Monday morning have prompted some school districts to opt for a two-hour delayed start time.
3 years ago
Granite School District pictured. Truancy fees....
Devin Oldroyd

Granite School District teachers are prepared for “distance learning” school days, teacher says

Teachers in Granite School District are prepared for "distance learning" days caused by snow, according to second-grade teacher Gina Skeets.
3 years ago
Rep. Jeffrey D. Steinquist speaks to KSL NewsRadio Thursday at the Utah State Capitol. Photo credit...
Lindsay Aerts

New bill bans adult-led discussion on sexual orientation, gender identity for Utah’s K-3 students

A new bill bans adult-led "discussions or instructions" on sexual orientation and gender identity for Utah's school kids younger than third grade.
3 years ago
utah capitol pictured, a religious clothing bill just passed the legislature...
Allessandra Harris

Religious clothing for student-athletes bill passes through Utah Legislature

The bill allows student-athletes to wear religious or modest clothing when participating in sports that use public facilities.
3 years ago
Tooele County School District online learning....
Waverly Golden

School districts announce plans for Thursday

SALT LAKE CITY — Many school districts have announced late starts and virtual learning for Thursday, due to the snowstorm.  Stay with Utah’s Morning News for updates!   Remote Granite School District  Tooele School District Hawthorn Academy Summit Academy Schools Paradigm Charter Schools Jordan School District Ascent Academy (West Jordan) Delayed  Murray School District  Ascent […]
3 years ago
Road rage bill Utah...
Lindsay Aerts

Utah legislature takes first steps to propose eliminating public education constitutional earmark

The income tax change is attached to another bill, which would remove the state-imposed food sales tax.
3 years ago
a person shovels snow...
Amie Schaeffer

More schools announce delays, cancelations

The winter storm overnight is causing schools around the state to change schedules.
3 years ago
Remove food sales tax...
Lindsay Aerts

Bill removing state-imposed food sales tax moves forward in Utah legislature

Utah lawmakers are moving forward with a proposal to take the state sales tax off food items. H.B. 101 now moves to the full house for consideration.
3 years ago