Education + Schools
Aimee Cobabe
Orem City releases possible outcomes of a school district split
The outcomes are based on whether voters pass a $595 million bond proposed by the district for the Orem School District, along with the split.4 years ago
Martha Harris
School Board, Mayor Erin Mendenhall comment on superintendent leave of absence
A Salt Lake School District spokesperson confirmed Tuesday that Superintendent Timothy Gadson was on paid leave, but did not disclose why.4 years ago
Simone Seikaly
At ‘Show up for Teachers’ conference, a focus on teacher mental health
Meeting the mental health needs of Utah teachers will, said First Lady Abby Cox, better assure Utah of a bright and educated future.4 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Utah seeking to throw out lawsuit challenging the transgender athlete ban
Attorneys for the state of Utah are seeking to have a judge dismiss the transgender ban lawsuit.4 years ago
Mark Jones
Lt. Gov. Henderson announces one-time bonus for childcare workers
A one-time $2,000 childcare bonus will be given to all childcare employees around the state as announced Wednesday by Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson.4 years ago
Mark Jones
Feasibility study finds Orem School District would be financially viable and stable
It was announced Tuesday evening, a feasibility study found that a Orem School District would be financially viable and stable.4 years ago
Kira Hoffelmeyer
Salt Lake City superintendent placed on administrative leave
SALT LAKE CITY — The superintendent of the Salt Lake City School District has been placed on administrative leave. The district confirmed the news this afternoon, but would not provide a reason why Timothy Gadson was placed on leave. Gadson was just named the district’s superintendent around a year ago. This is a developing story […]4 years ago
Mark Jones
Search for new university president at SUU trimmed to three candidates
After a six-month search for a new university president, SUU has announced three finalists for the position.4 years ago
Mark Jones
Salt Lake City School District to conduct feasibility study on 2 high schools
A feasibility study will be conducted on West and Highland high schools of the Salt Lake City School District.4 years ago
Martha Harris
As the school year approaches, Utah schools are suffering a staff shortage
With the 2022-2023 school year on the horizon, some school districts in Utah are struggling with a staff shortage.4 years ago
Devin Oldroyd
Hogle Zoo welcomes new Red Panda in effort to conserve the species
Utah's Hogle Zoo welcomes a new red panda, Priya, to its Asian Highlands exhibit. It hopes to breed her with Mow Mow, a red panda currently living there.4 years ago
Michele Rowe
Flight instructor, student, die in crash of USU Aviation plane
Officials said a teacher and student affiliated with USU aviation were killed in a plane crash near Wellsville.4 years ago
Waverly Golden
Utah State University reports on Latina women’s status in Utah
The Utah State University Utah Women & Leadership Project researched disparities between Latina Women and all women in Utah.4 years ago
Martha Harris
Utah adults struggling in their civics knowledge, a UVU study said
Utah adults get an almost failing grade in their civics knowledge, according to a study from Utah Valley University.4 years ago
Aimee Cobabe
Utah State Board of Education drops support for risk prevention survey
Utah schools have given kids a health and risk prevention survey since 2003, but the State Board of Education recently pulled its support for the survey.4 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Utah student performance knocked down during COVID-19 restrictions
A review of multiple Utah student performance exams found "significant impacts" in mathematics achievement across grades.4 years ago
ELLIE COOK and MARK JONES
East High students walkout in support of gun control, honor Texas shooting victims
Students at East High held a walkout Friday morning in support of more gun control and to honor the victims of the recent school shooting in Texas.4 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Swastikas drawn in yearbooks at a Sandy school, administration investigating
Swastikas were drawn in some of the yearbooks at Waterford School, a private school in Sandy, school administrators are looking into the matter.4 years ago
Mark Jones
Salt Lake County Library’s summer reading program starts June 1
The Salt Lake County Library's summer reading program will begin June 1. This year's program is entitled "Oceans of Possibilities."4 years ago
Martha Harris
Free period product dispensers placed at Hillcrest Junior High
Utah lawmakers unanimously voted to pass a bill providing schools with free period product dispensers. The dispensers are starting as a pilot program in the Murray School District.4 years ago
Dan Bammes
Jordan District will temporarily allow leis, other cultural attire, at graduation
The Jordan district will allow items of cultural significance at graduation this year, and will revisit their policy again before next year.4 years ago
Martha Harris
Police investigate Ogden High attack of a student by another student
Police expect to file assault charges in the Ogden High attack this week. The victim's mother wants parents to talk to their kids.4 years ago
Amie Schaeffer
Utah sees steady increase in graduation rates
Utah saw a gradual overall increase in its graduation rate over the past eight years. Data released Tuesday, shows rates by school.4 years ago
