Education + Schools

Lia Smith, the new principal at Viewmont Elementary in Murray, speaks with KSL NewsRadio's Eric Cab...
Eric Cabrera

New Viewmont Elementary principal emphasizing inclusion and parental involvement

As Lia Smith begins her first year as Viewmont Elementary School's principal, she wants to help all children feel included.
11 days ago
Teachers have some worries as the new school year starts....
Kennedy Camarena

What teachers are worried about as students start the new school year

A new school year has started, and some teachers are a bit worried about some problems that may arise throughout the school year.
11 days ago
Donations at a kids' clothing distribution event in Roy ran out in just 20 minutes. (Canva)...
Britt Johnson

Donations at a kids’ clothing distribution event in Roy ran out shortly after opening

A kids' clothing distribution event in Roy meant to help moms and dads buy new clothes for their kids ended as a huge success.
13 days ago
scam targeting students...
Josuee Sanchez

A new scam is targeting students, BBB warns

The Better Business Bureau is warning of a new scam that's targeting students who seek tutoring help.
14 days ago
FILE: Fourth graders Jose Gonzalez, Austin Russ and Aaliyah Genao practice taking cover under their...
Tammy Kikuchi

How earthquake proof is your child’s school?

More than 100 schools in Utah could collapse in a major earthquake due to buildings having unreinforced masonry.
14 days ago
Bus ride offers are changing per the new bus transportation policy...
Heather Peterson

Parents question policy that denies bus transportation within 1.5 miles of school

A bus transportation policy says bus rides are only offered to elementary school students if they live more than 1.5 miles from school.
14 days ago
utah students walk outside of Lehi Junior High...
Adam Small

150,000 students return for new school year in Utah

More than 150,000 students from Utah's two largest districts returned to the classroom as several cities are contemplating breaking away from the Alpine district.
15 days ago
Intermountain Children's Health says emotional and mental distress often worsens as children enter ...
Eric Cabrera

Intermountain Children’s Health advises on back-to-school emotional wellness

Intermountain Children's Health says emotional and mental distress often worsens as children enter back-to-school season.
15 days ago
The Alpine School District Board of Education voted for a seven percent tax increase Tuesday, Augus...
Britt Johnson

Alpine School District Board of Education votes to raise taxes in Utah County

Taxes are going up for Utah County after the Alpine School District Board of Education voted for an almost seven percent tax increase.
15 days ago
School bus stop arms...
Eric Cabrera

Utah bus drivers urging drivers to respect flashing stop arms

School bus drivers hope drivers will pay attention to the flashing lights and stop arms for the safety of the students.
16 days ago
Full-day preschool preps for full-day kindergarten...
Aimee Cobabe

Many Utah students returning to school with no air conditioning

Kids across the Wasatch Front are returning to school this week; in many schools, they're returning to no air conditioning.
17 days ago
Volunteers in Davis County gathering the clothing they bought for students....
Karah Brackin, KSLTV.com

Davis County starts school year with ‘shopping spree’ for students in need

As students in the Davis School District head back to the classroom, hundreds of volunteers are shopping for students in need.
17 days ago
Parents say they have big concerns after hearing their fifth graders' classes at Farmington Element...
Tammy Kikuchi

Farmington parent expresses shock after learning class size

One parents says he has big concerns after hearing his fifth grader's class at Farmington Elementary will have 37 kids to one teacher.
21 days ago
Utah bus driver competition...
Heather Peterson

Utah bus driver wins third place in international safety competition

A Utah bus driver won third place in an international transportation safety award competition. He is now gearing up for back to school.
21 days ago
Record heat and bad air quality are here just in time for high school sports to kick into high gear...
Britt Johnson

High schools working to keep athletes safe amidst record heat and bad air quality

Record heat and bad air quality are here just in time for high school sports to kick into high gear, with student athletes spending hours outdoors.
22 days ago
Kenneth Rooks celebrates as he wins the Men's 3000m Steeplechase Final during the 2023 USATF Outdoo...
KSL Sports

Former BYU Athlete Kenneth Rooks Reaches Podium In Men’s Steeplechase

Former BYU track athlete Kenneth Rooks won a silver medal in the Men’s 3000m Steeplechase in a surprise win.
23 days ago
OTECH opening...
Eric Cabrera

Ogden college and high school share campus, preparing students for the future

The new OTECH High School in Ogden shares a campus with the city's technical college with the goal of preparing students for a career.
23 days ago
Back-to-school shopping can be expensive. Buying your kid a whole new wardrobe is not feasible for ...
Heather Peterson

Local thrift store asks for donations during back-to-school season

Back-to-school shopping can be expensive. Buying your kid a whole new wardrobe is not feasible for everyone. 
23 days ago
Alpine City Council members meet to vote on a resolution to place the creation of a new school dist...
Logan Stefanich, KSL.com

Voters in these 6 Utah cities will vote in November to split from the Alpine School District

Residents will have the opportunity to decide on whether or not their cities will split from Alpine School District.
23 days ago
America First Credit Union workers assemble meal kits, called 'pantry packs', for children in need....
Kyle Remund

Nonprofit hosts events to prep meal kits for kids in need

The Young Caring for Our Young Foundation is working to provide thousands of meal kits to children in need.
23 days ago
Alpine School District's proposed split has been blocked from the November ballot....
Heather Peterson

City councils to decide if Alpine School District split should be added to November ballot

Several cities from the Alpine School District will vote Tuesday on whether to put a school district split on the ballot.
24 days ago
The Ogden Diversity Commission tasked with representing the city's "diverse communities," faces cha...
Tim Vandenack, KSL.COM

Ogden Diversity Commission facing change due to Utah law targeting diversity programming

A new Utah law targets diversity, equity and inclusion programming at state-run institution, something that concerns Ogden city council members.
24 days ago
The Alpine School District pictured on May 12, 2023....
Bryanna Willis

Alpine School District proposing tax increase to fund new schools

Alpine School District officials say they need the tax increase in order to meet requirements from the state to get additional funding. 
25 days ago
PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 04: Courtney Wayment of Team United States competes during the Women's 3000m...
CHANDLER HOLT, KSL Sports

Utah local Courtney Wayment qualifies for Final in Birthday Olympics debut

26-year-old Courtney Wayment qualified for the 3000m Steeplechase Final at the Paris Olympics on her birthday.
26 days ago