Education + Schools
Jeff Caplan
Opinion: The new normal for schools just isn’t the same
The new normal for schools means 2020's graduating class won't get its traditional commencement ceremony -- and other adjustments.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
West High School in Salt Lake City handing out laptops to students
SALT LAKE CITY – West High School in Salt Lake City had to move their classes online last month because of COVID-19. That posed a problem, according to Assistant Principal Ronald Litteral, because many students do not have a computer at home. “There are 600 students that haven’t logged on to the program that we […]6 years ago
Becky Bruce and Paul Nelson
Gov. Herbert announces COVID-19 to close schools rest of year
Gov. Gary Herbert announced a soft closure of Utah schools will continue through the remainder of the school year because of COVID-19.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Challenges and rewards for special education during remote learning
Students who rely on therapy or special services at school are working around these new challenges of remote learning.6 years ago
Mark Jackson
NCAA hockey star and Sandy resident gets unsung hero award
Sandy native Jared Pike gets what some consider the highest, most prestigious award a Division I hockey player can receive, the Derek Hines Unsung Hero Award.6 years ago
John Wojcik
Coronavirus drop out: Are online-only courses driving college students away?
Will college students drop out due to coronavirus? College and universities are trying to keep students motivated to stay in school.6 years ago
Mary Richards
Utah students not likely to return to school any time soon
It is looking more likely that Utah students won’t be back in a physical school classroom before summer vacation. State superintendent Sydnee Dickson joined KSL that while no final decision has been reached yet, there are talks about how to move forward if students don't return to the classroom before fall.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Medical students find ways to help during the COVID-19 pandemic
Claire Bensard is a third-year medical student at the University of Utah, and she hopes to become a vascular surgeon one day. But things have changed because of COVID-19. That's why Bensard and other medical students across the country are finding ways to help.6 years ago
Madeleine Porter
Remedies for dry hands caused by frequent handwashing
You know the drill: It's important to wash your hands! But dry hands are the price we pay. Here are some remedies.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
The Road Home needs donations for kids in their shelter
The Road Home tweeted out a request for people to donate family-friendly DVDs, books and games for kids staying at their Midvale shelter.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Viral April Fools Day post spooks Utah students and angers Governor Herbert
An April fools day post forced Utah Gov. Gary Herbert to take time from his daily COVID-19 coronavirus to assure Utahns the post was a fake.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Road Home: no positive tests for coronavirus at area homeless shelters
The Road Home says they are doing everything they can to prevent the spread of the coronavirus at homeless shelters in the Salt Lake area.6 years ago
Saige Miller
Weber State donates ventilators, medical equipment to healthcare facilities
Weber State University gave resources such as masks, ventilators, and gloves to McKay Dee Hospital, Midtown Community Health Center, and Ogden Clinic.6 years ago
TALI ARBEL and MICHAEL CASEY Associated Press
Those without broadband struggle in a stuck-at-home nation
The shutdowns of public institutions in the wake of COVID-19 is adding to the problems of millions of people in the U.S. who can't easily get online.6 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Free childcare program launched for healthcare workers, first responders
The State of Utah will offer free childcare to the children of healthcare workers and first responders.6 years ago
Colby Walker
This Israeli mom is all of us during the COVID-19 outbreak
Israeli mom of four Shiri Kenigsberg Levi filmed a video on a whim, voicing her frustrations in her car, and it has struck a chord with millions of parents.6 years ago
Amanda Dickson
Opinion: Keep a Coronavirus Journal
Utah Morning News Host Amanda Dickson offers tips on keeping a coronavirus journal and explains why your family might enjoy it later years.6 years ago
David Noriega
OPINION: Math is math, or, I am not a teacher!
"I am not a teacher and I can't play one at home for four children," admits KSL Newsradio host David Noriega, as he considers ending the school year.6 years ago
Colby Walker
BYU spring semester to be completely online, school says
BYU will be offering all of its classes for the 2020 spring term through remote instruction only, the school said in a news release Tuesday.6 years ago
Madeleine Porter
BYU student tests positive for COVID-19
Brigham Young University reports that a student has tested positive for the novel coronavirus on campus.6 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Utah schools to stay closed six more weeks
Utah Governor Gary Herbert says that Utah's K-12 public schools will remain closed for six more weeks.6 years ago
JENNIFER PELTZ Associated Press
School districts take unplanned plunge into online learning
With schools shut down for the coronavirus outbreak, districts and educators are launching a massive, unplanned test of virtual teaching.6 years ago
Cami Mondeaux
Weber State University reports first COVID-19 case
Weber State University confirmed its first case of COVID-19, reporting a student-athlete tested positive Friday and is currently self-isolating.6 years ago
