Education + Schools
Logan Stefanich, KSL
‘Best days at UVU are ahead’: Jon Anderson appointed president at Utah Valley University
The Utah Board of Higher Education on Friday voted unanimously to appoint Jon Anderson as the next Utah Valley University president.4 days ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL
12 Utah charter school hopefuls submit bids for approval
Twelve charter schools could soon join the Beehive State's existing network after submitting proposals for formal consideration last week.7 days ago
Bryanna Willis
To help students and to save money, Utah’s public colleges, universities now in regional groups
The Utah Board of Education has restructured Utah's 16 public institutes of higher education to more easily transfer credits and to increase access across rural communities.7 days ago
Becky Bruce
State audit finds ‘wasteful’ purchases with Utah Fits All scholarship money
A new limited audit of the Utah Fits All scholarship program showed most of the scholarship money went toward legitimate education expenses, but also that some of the money was spent in a "wasteful and extravagant" manner.14 days ago
Andrew Adams, KSL
East High coach hopes to boost nonprofit through new clothing line
A high school basketball coach with a nonprofit that helps financially challenged students said a new clothing line he started aims to help bolster the program and support more kids.19 days ago
Adriana Morga, Associated Press
Changes to student loans are taking effect July 1. Here’s what to know
Changes to federal student loans expected to affect millions of borrowers are taking effect July 1.20 days ago
Arianne Brown, KSL
This Utah school district is projected to be debt-free by 2031
An idea born in 2017 is closer to reality, as the Washington County School District announces its debt-free timeline.22 days ago
Jason Swensen, Deseret News
Why different literacy measures for Utah kids tell different literacy stories
For Utah youngsters finishing third grade without proficient reading skills, research warns that academic troubles await. And the consequences stretch beyond poor marks on report cards.23 days ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL
Utah Tech University to offer 19 new academic programs this fall
Utah Tech University introduced 19 new academic programs on Tuesday to be offered for the first time during the fall 2026 semester.26 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
SITLA agrees to sell over 50,600 acres in the Book Cliffs in ‘historic’ nearly $30M deal
School and Institutional Trust Lands Administration, or SITLA, agreed on Thursday to sell approximately 50,600 acres of land it manages in northern Grand County to the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources.1 month ago
Logan Stefanich, KSL
Nebo School District sued over allegations of failing to protect student from bullying, assault
PAYSON — Two Utah County parents are suing Nebo School District and two district employees, alleging their child was assaulted after school officials failed to act on a pattern of anti-LGBTQ bullying and harassment. The lawsuit — initially filed in Utah’s 4th District Court in March but later transferred to federal court due to the […]1 month ago
Jason Swensen, Deseret News
Utah’s new school cellphone prohibition is days away from becoming law — but will it succeed?
Utah's cellphone ban in K-12 schools starts July 1, aiming for improved focus. A Pew study found 74% of U.S. adults support banning cellphones during class. National research shows mixed results; initial discipline issues fade, but academic gains vary.1 month ago
Eric Cabrera
Utah education leaders roll out Google AI tools for schools statewide
Utah education leaders are partnering with Google to expand access to artificial intelligence tools in public schools, a move they said will help students develop AI literacy while giving educators new tools to support classroom instruction.2 months ago
Kennedy Camarena
Davis County students petition 3 schools over use of AI in graduation ceremonies. 1 of them worked
A new use of AI this graduation season has been hotly debated among high school students and the administrations in which they attend, with some schools halting their AI plans after student protests, and some proceeding anyway.2 months ago
Heather Peterson
Library books from closed elementary schools on to their next chapter
Hundreds of library books from four now-closed Salt Lake City elementary schools are getting a second chance at life — in the homes of students who need them.2 months ago
Pearl Ashton
Alta High School cancels classes Thursday as police investigate potential threat
Alta High School cancelled all classes and closed the school Thursday after police investigated a potential threat.2 months ago
The Associated Press
Some parents don’t want their kids to use tech at school. But districts are pushing back
Across the US, parents are voicing concerns about excessive screen time in schools and lobbying educators to go back to pencil and paper. Over 600 people in a Philadelphia suburb have signed a petition asking to preserve parents' ability to opt their children out of using digital devices during the school day.2 months ago
Annie Ma and Heather Hollingsworth, Associated Press
A Canvas outage tied to a cyberattack has wreaked havoc on colleges’ final exam season
Schools and universities across the country are recovering from an outage tied to a cyberattack that knocked down Canvas.2 months ago
Adam Small and Kennedy Camarena, KSL
Utah Taxpayer Association reports nearly $40k average pay gap between teachers and administrators
The latest annual report for Utah Schools by the Utah Taxpayer Association shows a pay gap between Utah teachers and school administrators to the tune of almost $40,000 a year.2 months ago
Heather Peterson
Weber School District launching new “catalyst” campus with 8 career pathways
The Weber School District is launching a new campus that will give students expanded access to career-focused education in some of Utah’s fastest‑growing industries.3 months ago
Debbie Worthen, KSL
Weber students restore bicycles, delivering opportunity through ‘Gearing Up for Good’
A group of Weber School District students gains hands‑on experience while giving back to their community through a growing service program.3 months ago
Deannie Wimmer and Pearl Ashton, KSL
Utah school cuts absenteeism in half with new incentives
Chronic absenteeism has become one of the top priorities in Utah schools, and a junior high school has cut its absenteeism in half.3 months ago
Kennedy Camarena
Utah deaf student, advocates share why Disney’s ‘Songs in Sign Language’ are so important
Disney is sharing new versions of its hit songs on Monday that incorporate ASL into the animation. A Utah student is sharing her connections with the performers who made it possible, and why their work is so important for understanding in her community.3 months ago
