Coeur d'Alene School District dropping most COVID-19 protocols heading into new school year
The Coeur d’Alene School District plans to drop most COVID-19 protocols heading into the upcoming school year.
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'WSU has an obligation to serve the public': WSU President reaffirms vaccine policy as coach Rolovich opts out of shot
WSU President Kirk Schulz issued a statement reaffirming the school's vaccine policy, just hours after football coach Nick Rolovich announced he chose not to get vaccinated.
$2M grant increases learning opportunities for kids outside the classroom
Many summer camps are in full swing at various Spokane Public Schools. These camps keep kids engaged and stimulated, so they don't lose valuable learning when Fall rolls around. Now, programs like this will continue into the school year to better serve students.
American Academy of Pediatrics recommends universal masking in schools for everyone older than 2
The American Academy of Pediatrics released new Covid-19 guidance for schools on Monday that supports in-person learning and recommends universal masking in school of everyone over the age of 2 regardless of vaccination status -- a stricter position than that…
Students lead coffee production project at Hutton Settlement Children's Home
Students are roasting packs of fresh coffee beans at Hutton Settlement Children's Home and selling them to the community in a new project.
Schools face hurdles following CDC's new mask guidance for vaccinated students, teachers
The CDC just changed guidance for schools, saying that masks will not be required for fully vaccinated students and staff. With those new recommendations, schools have some hurdles to overcome.
New online portal allows WSU students to upload proof of vaccination, exemptions
Washington State University students can now submit proof of their COVID-19 vaccination through an online portal.
Idaho K-3 reading tests show decline from pre-pandemic
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The percentage of Idaho students in kindergarten to third grade reading at their grade levels this year fell nearly 5% compared to 2019, state education officials said. The State Department of Education told the Idaho Statesman…
WSU to hold all classes in-person this fall
PULLMAN, Wash. -- Washington State University announced that it will be holding all classes in-person this coming fall. "We are thrilled that we can now officially announce that Cougs at all our campuses across the state will be back in‑person…
Spokane Public Schools board supports school boundary changes
SPOKANE, Wash. -- After much debate and public input from the Spokane community, the Spokane Public Schools board decided to support the new enrollment boundary changes on Wednesday. This is the…
Spokane Public Schools board approves new mascots for local schools
SPOKANE, Wash. -- The Spokane Public Schools board approved new mascots for North Central High School and Garry Middle School on Wednesday afternoon. This move comes after Spokane Public Schools…
Spokane Public Schools board delays vote on school boundary changes
SPOKANE, Wash. -- On Wednesday night, the Spokane Public Schools board decided to delay the vote on school boundary changes until next week. The school board discussed boundary changes again, and at the end of the night decided to discuss…
Black cops seek $8M in University of Washington racism claim
SEATTLE (AP) — Five Black officers with the University of Washington Police Department have filed claims of racism against the department and are seeking $8 million in damages, alleging they were routinely insulted and demeaned by co-workers and supervisors. Some…
'We're finally done': Spokane Public Schools teachers, students celebrate last day of school
School's out Tuesday and now it's summer. Spokane Public School students and teachers finally ended a year they'll never forget.
WSU's Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine earns full accreditation
After six years, Washington State University Spokane’s Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine has been granted full accreditation.
Send us photos for your kid's last day of school!
It's been a long school year in the pandemic, but your kids made it and we are closing to putting this all behind us. The school year is finally over—share photos of your kiddos on their last day of school!
Hundreds of students leave Central Valley High School for the last time to attend new Ridgeline High this fall
Friday was the last day of school for the Central Valley School District. Hundreds of students stepped foot outside Central Valley High for the last time, and in September, will be walking into a brand new high school.
For 2020 high school grads, freshman year of college was crazy too
We check back in with Jacquelyn Jimenez Romero from Crosscut's 'Senior Year Was Crazy' documentary after her first year at the University of Washington.
SPS Board could vote on school boundary changes June 23
The SPS Board could vote on new school boundary changes on June 23.
Idaho Board of Ed drops college entrance exam requirement
The Idaho State Board of Education says higher education institutions no longer have to require entrance exams for admissions.
PHOTOS: An exclusive look inside the new Shadle library
Work is still underway on the new Shadle library, but construction is set to be complete by the fall.
Whitworth University requires students, staff to get COVID-19 vaccine by August 7
Whitworth University is requiring all students, faculty and staff by August 7.
Spokane Public Schools announces sites for Summer Meals Program
Local children who are hungry will be fed this summer thanks to the Summer Meals Program.
Online summer program through Spokane Virtual Academy starts June 24
There are credited courses for high schoolers and then non-credit courses for Kindergarten through high school.
