A student at South Summit Elementary School in Utah tested positive for measles, prompting health officials to investigate and implement measures to prevent further spread, and they urge unvaccinated residents to get the MMR vaccine.
An investigation is ongoing into a second tuberculosis case involving a Pitt County student at D.H. Conley High School, with free testing and treatment being offered to those exposed, following a previous case at Farmville Middle School.
A former Stewartville student, Logan Moyer, shot and critically injured a juvenile student in the school parking lot before fatally shooting himself; classes resumed with support and counseling for students and staff.
A study finds that young children in pre-kindergarten and elementary school harbor the most respiratory viruses, with over 92% of these kids testing positive for at least one virus, highlighting their role in spreading illnesses like colds and COVID-19 during the fall season.
A former student allegedly stabbed three staff members at a Torrance school, attempted to stab a fourth, and made threats about bombs, leading to police response and investigation, with two staff members hospitalized and the suspect in custody.
An active tuberculosis case has been confirmed at Fennville Public Schools, prompting health officials to work with the district to identify and notify individuals who may have been exposed, while emphasizing that the disease is treatable and symptoms should be monitored.
A former teacher of Robin Westman, the church shooter, reported signs of self-harm and behavioral issues during her school years, highlighting concerns about systemic failures in mental health support for at-risk youth. Westman, who had a history of fascination with mass shootings, carried out a deadly attack at a Minneapolis church before dying from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
A first-grade teacher was shocked to find a pet snake in a student's backpack, which was brought to school without the parents' knowledge. The snake, named Aphrodite, was unharmed and returned home safely after the incident, prompting a discussion about the child's decision and safety concerns.
The US is experiencing a significant measles outbreak with over 1,350 cases this year, the highest in over 30 years, exacerbated by declining vaccination rates and the start of the school year, which increases the risk of spread among children, especially in states with vaccine exemptions like Wisconsin and Wyoming.
A man drove his car into a crowd outside a primary school in China, causing concern over public safety. Details about the incident, including the motive and the number of casualties, have not been fully disclosed.
A car drove into a crowd outside Yong’an Primary School in Hunan, China, injuring several students and adults. The driver, who was apprehended by bystanders and handed over to police, is now in custody. This incident marks the third random attack on crowds in China within a week, following a deadly car attack and a school stabbing. Discussions on social media highlight concerns over individuals attacking strangers as a form of "revenge on society."
Two school leaders in Oregon have been placed on administrative leave following the arrest of two teachers charged with sexual abuse. The decision comes as part of the school's response to the allegations, aiming to ensure a thorough investigation and maintain community trust.
A 21-year-old man was arrested after a stabbing attack outside a school in Wuxi, eastern China, resulting in eight deaths and 17 injuries. The suspect, a former student of the school, reportedly carried out the attack due to dissatisfaction with his academic and internship outcomes. This incident follows another violent event in Zhuhai, raising concerns about a trend of public violence in China.
A Taunton, Massachusetts, school crossing guard, Louis Chaves, was fired after allegedly attacking a mother and her child with a stop sign stick during an altercation outside Taunton High School. Chaves was charged with multiple counts of assault and battery with a dangerous weapon. The incident began when the mother stopped her car to sneeze, prompting Chaves to yell at her and then physically assault her and her child. The woman was hospitalized with cuts and abrasions. Chaves was released after arraignment and will return to court on August 8.