Education + Schools
Emily Ashmead
Teacher Feature is back in session
After what felt like an extended summer vacation, KSL's Teacher Feature program is back in session. This year's Teacher Feature primary sponsor is Burt Brothers Tire & Service. The company has been involved with Teacher Feature for more than ten years, and says they are appreciative of a way to give back.6 years ago
Saige Miller, Becky Bruce and Paul Nelson
South Salt Lake police activity leads to shelter-in-place at junior high
A shelter-in-place order has been lifted at Granite Park Junior High School in South Salt Lake, where reporters witnessed heavy police presence earlier.6 years ago
Mark Jackson
Pac-12 announces departure of Commissioner Larry Scott
The Pac-12 announced on Wednesday night that conference Commissioner Larry Scott would not seek a new contract.6 years ago
Mark Jackson
Salt Lake middle, high school students to return to in-person learning
Middle and high school students in the Salt Lake School District will be returning to the classroom next month.6 years ago
Paul Nelson
UPDATE: SLC School officials vote to return to in-person learning 2 days a week
The Board of the SLC School District voted late Tuesday to return to classes twice a week, but a lawsuit still looms.6 years ago
Saige Miller
Weber County schools on a two hour delay due to high winds and widespread power outages
Weber County School District (WCSD) has issued a two-hour delay Tuesday for schools due to high winds and power outages.6 years ago
Cami Mondeaux
SLCC likely to begin offering on-campus housing on Taylorsville campus
Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) may begin offering on-campus housing at its Taylorsville campus, likely entering a public-private partnership to make it happen.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Vaccinations ramping up for Utah teachers and school staff
Vaccinations for teachers and staff across Utah are ramping up. Educators began receiving their first doses of COVID-19 vaccines this week.6 years ago
John Wojcik
Results expected soon on investigation into USU President Noelle Cockett
Results of an investigation into the conduct of Utah State University President Noelle Cockett are expected to be released this week.6 years ago
Paul Nelson
Davis School District rolls out COVID-19 vaccine for teachers and faculty
And Davis educators will have more chances to receive the COVID-19 vaccine on Friday and Saturday.6 years ago
Becky Bruce
University of Utah president to accept new job elsewhere
U. President Ruth Watkins plans to step down from the University of Utah in April, with a search beginning immediately for her replacement.6 years ago
Saige Miller
Utah Senate President: Salt Lake City School District should ‘step up,’ offer in-person learning
Senate President Stuart Adams is urging the Salt Lake City School District (SLCSD) to "step up" and resume in-person learning.6 years ago
Paul Nelson
SLCSD is trying to find out when their educators can get COVID-19 vaccine
The Salt Lake City School District (SLCSD) is trying to figure out when its educators can receive the vaccine in order to return to the classroom.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Heart of Utah: UVU online art gallery showcases works by people with autism
An online art display from UVU features the artwork of a five year old with autism -- and the art of dozens of other people finding new ways to thrive.6 years ago
John Wojcik
Salt Lake City School Board set to vote on in-person classes
The Salt Lake City School Board is voting on a plan to offer in-person classes for secondary students. Salt Lake schools have remained closed to in-person learning since the pandemic started.6 years ago
WFOR Staff
A kindergarten “gap year?” Pandemic has some families considering it
A recent survey of nearly 500 school district leaders and principals found more than half are seeing a decline in kindergarten enrollment.6 years ago
Colby Walker
Salt Lake City School District looking for input on new superintendent
The Salt Lake City School District is hosting a number of online forums for parents and community members as they continue their search for a new superintendent.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
BYU study: Kindness to neighbors helps fight loneliness
Brigham Young University , BYU, completed a study on kindness to neighbors reporting it improves feelings of loneliness and connections.6 years ago
COLLIN BINKLEY, ALEXANDRA JAFFE and JONATHAN LEMIRE Associated Press
Pres-elect Biden picks Miguel Cardona as education secretary
As an educator, Miguel Cardona has devoted his work to improving education for English-language learners and closing achievement gaps.6 years ago
KALYN BELSHA and GABRIELLE LaMARR LeMEE of Chalkbeat, and LEAH WILLINGHAM and LARRY FENN of The Associated Press Chalkbeat and Associated Press
US public school enrollment dips as virus disrupts education
Data from 33 U.S. states shows that K-12 public school enrollment has dropped across those states by more than 500,000 students, or 2%, since the same time last year.6 years ago
Becky Bruce
Salt Lake City to consider return to in-person learning, bonuses back on table
SALT LAKE CITY — The Salt Lake City School District will consider a return to in-person learning for middle and high school students as soon as next month, under a proposal from the interim superintendent. Additionally, a statement from a Utah legislative leader indicates if that happens, Salt Lake City will be included in bonus […]6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Utah Board of Higher Education backs Dixie State University name change
The Utah Board of Higher Education is throwing its support behind a plan to change Dixie State University's name.6 years ago
Cami Mondeaux
Lawmaker defends decision that may exclude Salt Lake City teachers from $1,500 bonus
Utah House Speaker Brad Wilson is defending a decision from lawmakers that may exclude Salt Lake City School District teachers from a $1,500 bonus.6 years ago
