All articles tagged with #school district
Two middle-school girls who went missing during a basketball game in Elbert County were found safe after showing up at a residence several miles away, ending a search that involved about 30 people. The girls, visiting from Colorado Springs School, disappeared without their cell phones, and their disappearance prompted school closures and search efforts. They are now reunited with their families.
An 18-year-old high school senior in Pennsylvania died from bacterial meningitis caused by Streptococcus Pneumoniae, with the school district noting the disease is not typically contagious in school settings. The community mourns his loss, and health officials emphasize vaccination and proper treatment for bacterial meningitis.
Iowa's largest school district sued the consulting firm JG Consulting for negligence in vetting superintendent Ian Roberts, who was later arrested for immigration violations and firearms charges, revealing failures in the background check process and raising questions about accountability.
The Iowa Board of Educational Examiners revoked the license of Des Moines Superintendent Ian Roberts after ICE arrested him for living and working illegally in the U.S., revealing he had a final removal order and was ineligible to hold his position, leading to his unpaid leave and ongoing investigation.
The superintendent of Iowa's largest school district, Ian Roberts, was placed on administrative leave after being arrested by ICE for being in the country illegally, with authorities stating he entered the U.S. on a student visa and had a final removal order. The district was unaware of his immigration status, and Roberts has retained legal counsel as investigations continue.
The superintendent of Des Moines Schools, Ian Roberts, was placed on leave after ICE accused him of being in the U.S. illegally, leading to community and political reactions amid broader immigration tensions.
The Des Moines Public School Board placed Superintendent Dr. Ian Roberts on administrative leave after his detention by ICE for being in the U.S. illegally and possessing a loaded handgun, despite previous assurances of his citizenship; he is currently held in jail, and interim leadership continues.
The superintendent of Des Moines Public Schools, Ian Andre Roberts, was arrested by ICE for overstaying his visa, possessing a loaded gun, and a prior weapons charge, amid broader immigration crackdowns; he has been a key figure in the community for two years.
A man accused of a double murder in Arkansas, Andrew McGann, briefly worked as a teacher in North Texas for four days in 2024 before resigning. Despite passing background checks, concerns have been raised about his past conduct and the district's hiring process, especially given his previous employment and investigations for classroom management issues. The case has prompted calls for review of hiring practices and teacher misconduct reporting laws.
A Southern California high school yearbook article about the Israeli-Hamas war has sparked controversy, with critics claiming it contains misinformation and is harmful to the Jewish community. The article has led to emotional distress among Jewish students and raised safety concerns. While some argue for the student's right to free speech, others demand better education on antisemitism to prevent such incidents. School district officials have yet to address the community's concerns adequately.
A Boston-area fifth grade teacher has been placed on administrative leave for holding a mock slave auction and using the N-word in class, actions that the school district condemned as unacceptable and traumatizing for students of color.
A Michigan school district canceled a planned elementary classroom lesson on gender identity and pronouns after facing backlash from community members, including inappropriate and threatening communications towards staff. The lesson was intended to promote understanding and compassion, but the district decided to cancel it due to safety concerns and disruptions to the learning environment. The decision sparked mixed reactions from community members, with some emphasizing the importance of inclusion and others expressing concerns about the age-appropriateness of the lesson.
A Pennsylvania school district canceled a speaking event by "30 Rock" actor and children's book author Maulik Pancholy, who is gay, citing concerns about his "activism" and "lifestyle." Parents are petitioning to reverse the decision, with over 6,000 signatures gathered. Pancholy's books focus on themes of empathy and anti-bullying, but the school board expressed concerns about the topics he would discuss. The decision has sparked backlash from the community, with many criticizing the board's disapproval of LGBTQ+ stories and lives in schools.
A Pennsylvania school district canceled actor and author Maulik Pancholy's upcoming speech against bullying at a middle school due to concerns about his activism and "lifestyle" as a gay man. The decision sparked criticism and accusations of homophobia from parents, students, and community members. Pancholy, known for his roles in TV shows and as an advocate for diversity in children's literature, expressed disappointment and emphasized the importance of representation and empathy in his work.
Winslow Township schools in New Jersey will close early on Monday due to safety concerns about the solar eclipse, ensuring that all students are home safely and that buses will be off the road before the darkest part of the eclipse, joining a growing number of school districts announcing early dismissals and half days due to the event.