Roosevelt 3rd grade class wins $500 Classroom Kindness Challenge
It was an unorthodox celebration, but Roosevelt 3rd grade teacher Deanna Bunch was awarded a $500 check from Camp Chevrolet as part of the Pizza Factory Classroom Kindness Challenge.
Education
Local libraries awaiting approval to offer curbside pickup
You likely will not have to leave your vehicle during your next trip to the library.
Spokane Public Library reopens book drops at select branches
Do you have some library books that have been gathering dust on your shelves? You can now return them to the Spokane Public Library.
Spokane teachers create competitive fundraiser for SNAP
COVID-19 cancelled all spring games and events for schools around the area this spring. To keep the rivalries alive, two Spokane teachers started a competition among all Spokane County high schools that helps support a local non-profit at the same time.
JK Rowling releases children's book 'The Ickabog' online for free
"Harry Potter" author JK Rowling has announced a new story called "The Ickabog" to entertain children during coronavirus lockdown. Rowling started writing "The Ickabog" while she was still completing the original Wizarding World series, and intended to publish it following…
Pizza Hut celebrating 2020 graduates with free pizza
Do you know someone in the class of 2020? Make sure they don't miss out on this deal!
Task force looking at options to get students back into classrooms this fall
State Superintendent Chris Rekydal said Washington leaders are getting a better idea of what school will look like for students this fall.
Schools will need to make these changes to protect students from coronavirus, expert says
When students finally return to school, sweeping changes will be in place to help stop the spread of coronavirus. Items such as masks and hand sanitizer will be familiar sights in stuffed backpacks. Classes and school buses will have fewer…
Priest River Lamanna High School approved to hold traditional, in-person graduation ceremony
Panhandle Health has approved Priest River Lamanna High School's request for an in-person, traditional graduation ceremony.
State of Washington filing court challenge against Dept of Education over COVID-19 relief for students
SPOKANE, Wash - A federal judge in Spokane will preside over a case in which the state of Washington alleges the U.S. Department of Education is denying COVID-19 aid to thousands of college students, including those with DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival) status.
Rathdrum parents, students protest graduation ceremony restrictions
Many graduations have been postponed or even canceled due to COVID-19. People in one Idaho community said their kids deserve better.
WSU's President asks all departments to prepare for COVID19-related budget cuts
PULLMAN, Wash - As the coronavirus continues to impact state and local budgets nationwide, Washington State University President Kirk Schulz is asking all departments to prepare for a 10% budget reduction.
Nine Mile Falls Elementary Principal builds lending library for students staying home
The rule is simple: pick a book, lend a book.
WSU aiming to offer in-person classes at all campuses this fall
Washington State University is working to plan what the fall 2020 semester -- and beyond -- will look like for students and staff.
Mathnasium helping students outside the virtual classroom
At this time, Mathnasium is offering a free trial for one session so parents can see if it's a good fit for their child.
Spokane Schools holds off on declaring financial emergency, will decide at later date
Spokane Public Schools pushed back the decision to declare a financial emergency on Wednesday, with board members saying they will re-establish the budget at a later date.
Krispy Kreme offering free dozen doughnuts to graduating seniors on May 19
Krispy Kreme is giving away boxes of a dozen doughnuts to graduating seniors on Tuesday, May 19.
Coeur d'Alene Tribal School reopening for students at higher academic risk
The limited attendance is in order to maintain social distancing guidelines, said Superintendent and Principal Tina Strong.
Spokane School Board to consider declaring financial emergency in the wake of COVID-19
The Spokane School Board is meeting Wednesday to discuss a possible financial emergency declaration, anticipating budget cuts following the COVID-19 pandemic.
University of California should suspend SAT and ACT admission requirement, university system president says
The University of California president is recommending the suspension of ACT and SAT tests as an admissions requirement until 2024. Under the recommendation to the board of regents made public Monday, submitting the standardized test scores would be optional for…
WSU graduates celebrate their accomplishments with virtual ceremony
Washington State University held a virtual graduation ceremony on Saturday and, while grads hope to toss their caps together this fall, the alternative celebration was still an important occasion.
Shadle Park staff celebrate seniors with 'graduation' celebration
Being out of school right now has been a strain for students and teachers.
Whitworth seniors surprised with exciting news during online classes
Whitworth University got creative to honor two of the school's standout seniors.
Post Falls private school returns to in-person classes with new safety measures
North Idaho is getting their first glimpse of normalcy during this pandemic. A private school in Post Falls started offering in-person classes again this week.
