Education
Mike Anderson, KSL TV
DOJ settlement highlights frustrations of parents, students in Davis
A settlement between the U.S. Department of Justice and the Davis School District is promising some big changes toward better treatment of students of color. Many of the parents who pushed for those changes, though, are disappointed it didn't happen sooner.7 months ago
Larry D. Curtis, KSL TV
DOJ investigation uncovers ‘serious and widespread racial harassment’ in Utah school district
The Davis School District agreed to take steps to address widespread racial harassment found in an investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice. It also found the school district persistently failed to respond to reports of race-based harassment.7 months ago
Larry D. Curtis, KSL TV
Utah teen girl arrested for planning mass casualty event at school
A Utah student was arrested for "potentially planning to carry out an attack" at Weber High School, according to district officials.7 months ago
Josh Ellis, KSL TV
Logan, Cache County schools starting late due to power outages, road conditions
Officials with the Cache County and Logan City school districts announced classes will start two hours late on Tuesday due to power outages and dangerous road conditions.7 months ago
Daniella Rivera, KSL TV
Utahns want full-day kindergarten, so why isn’t the state paying for it?
Research shows investing in early education is a smart idea. So why is Utah so far behind the rest of the country in full-day kindergarten options? KSL Investigates.8 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL TV
Schools warn of new TikTok trend that encourages assaulting teachers
A new TikTok challenge that encourages students to slap a teacher or sexually assault their classmates for likes and comments has some Utah educators worried for their safety.8 months ago
Dan Spindle, KSL TV
New study ranks Utah No. 2 in US for teachers
Utah landed one spot from the top, under New York, for the best state for teachers based on two dozen metrics within two categories: opportunity and competition, and academic and work environment.8 months ago
Mike Anderson, KSL TV
Students get hands-on experience building tiny home
249 square feet is not a lot, but's offering students gain mansion-sized amounts of experience they can take with them on the job.8 months ago
Debbie Worthen, KSL TV
Utah schools fall victim to TikTok trend encouraging vandalism
It’s called “devious lick” and it refers to kids damaging school property or stealing it. It’s a trending hashtag on TikTok and it’s a trend costing Utah Schools thousands of dollars.8 months ago
Ashley Moser, KSL TV
Salt Lake City Council votes to extend mask mandate for K-12 students
A mandate requiring masks for K-12 students in Salt Lake City will be extended for 30 days following a vote from the city council.8 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL TV
SLC mayor calls on city council to extend K-12 mask requirement
The 30-day emergency order issued by Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall requiring K-12 students to wear masks could expire in 10 days or be renewed by the Salt Lake City Council on Tuesday.8 months ago
Dan Spindle, KSL TV
Study: Utah ranks near bottom of US for teacher pay
We know good teachers are an invaluable resource in Utah, but a new study shows the Beehive State could be doing a whole lot better when it comes to teacher pay.9 months ago
Morgan Wolfe & Madison Swenson, KSL TV
Utah State Board of Education pens reprimand to Natalie Cline
For the first time ever, the Utah State Board of Education has sent a letter of reprimand to one of its members — Natalie Cline. It was very strongly worded, saying Cline, in part, "incited hate speech" through her posts on social media.9 months ago
Heather Simonsen, KSL TV
U. student in quarantine worries she’ll fall behind without Zoom options
A University of Utah student, who is sick with COVID-19, said she's concerned the school isn't doing enough to prevent quarantined students from getting behind in their coursework. KSL-TV spoke with a university official about their guidelines.9 months ago
Kelsey Ott, KSL TV
UVU announces vaccine mandate for spring semester
Utah Valley University announced it will require students to have the COVID-19 vaccine beginning in the spring semester.9 months ago
COLLIN BINKLEY, AP Education Writer
State mask bans face federal civil rights inquiries
The Education Department says it’s investigating five Republican-led states with universal mask bans, saying the policies could amount to discrimination against students with disabilities or health conditions.9 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL TV
Questions on mask mandate enforcement in Salt Lake City schools
Some parents are concerned about a letter the district wrote to principals before school started, which states they should not discipline a student if they’re not wearing a mask. District officials said it’s a matter of keeping children in school and not shaming them.9 months ago
Madison Swenson, Josh Ellis and Kelsey Ott, KSL TV
Several Utah colleges to require COVID-19 vaccines for students
The University of Utah, Utah State University and Weber State University have announced they plan to require COVID-19 vaccines for students after the Utah Board of Higher Education issued a letter urging schools and presidents to consider doing so under current legislation.9 months ago
Tamara Vaifanua, KSL TV
Clearfield students start year at new elementary school
Students at South Clearfield Elementary started their school year off in a brand-new building.9 months ago
Lindsay Whitehurst, Associated Press
School mask mandate ban challenged in new Utah lawsuit
A group of Utah parents is suing the state over a law that bans school districts from approving mask mandates.9 months ago
Robin Heiden, KSL TV
Safe in 60: Keeping children safe online during new school year
Students are heading back to school across Utah, and it's a good time for parents to talk with their kids about online safety.9 months ago
Dan Spindle, KSL TV
Back-to-school deals as Utah universities begin new year
The University of Utah and Utah Valley University students are heading back to the classroom Monday, and KSL's Dan Spindle gathered some of the top deals to help with all of the expensive campus life requires.9 months ago
Deanie Wimmer & Madison Swenson, KSL TV
New U of U president shares his goals, plans for the university
Classes begin Monday at the University of Utah, and with this new school year comes a new president. KSL's Deanie Wimmer sat down with Dr. Taylor Randall to talk about his goals for the university.9 months ago
