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health12 days ago•12 min saved

Herpes Outbreak Challenges Local District

An outbreak of herpes gladiatorum at Edison High School involving wrestlers has raised concerns, with health officials criticizing the school's lack of transparency and cooperation. The district has taken some measures, but communication issues persist, and the health department is considering ending its nursing services due to ongoing conflicts. The situation highlights the importance of prompt and transparent communication in managing public health risks in schools.

via Sandusky Register|

#edison-high-school #health #herpes-outbreak

news13 days ago•1 min saved

Parents Sue Campbell Hall Over Teen's Fatal Parking Lot Accident

Parents of 15-year-old Cosmo Silverman, who died after being pinned between cars in Campbell Hall School's parking lot, have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the school, citing negligence and unsafe parking lot design, and claiming safety improvements were only made after the incident.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#california-law #negligence #news

local-news14 days ago•3 min saved

Parents Sue Studio City Private School Over Teen's Fatal Parking Lot Crash

Parents of Cosmo Silverman, a 15-year-old who was killed in a school parking lot accident at Campbell Hall, have filed a lawsuit against the school, alleging negligence in failing to implement safety measures despite prior complaints, which they claim could have prevented the tragedy.

via Los Angeles Times|

#campbell-hall #cosmo-silverman #lawsuit

crime26 days ago•4 min saved

Seven juveniles charged in viral attack on mother and son outside South Side school

Seven minors have been charged with battery after attacking a woman and her child near a Chicago elementary school, with the incident captured on video and prompting community and official responses focused on safety and violence prevention.

via ABC7 Chicago|

#assault #chicago #crime

law-and-justice2 months ago•3 min saved

Teacher shot by 6-year-old student wins $10M verdict

A Virginia jury awarded $10 million to a teacher shot by a 6-year-old student, holding ex-assistant principal Ebony Parker responsible for ignoring warnings about the child's gun, highlighting concerns over school safety and supervision.

via The Detroit News|

#jury-verdict #law-and-justice #lawsuit

law2 months ago•4 min saved

Teacher shot by 6-year-old wins $10 million in lawsuit

A Virginia jury awarded $10 million to teacher Abby Zwerner, who was shot by a 6-year-old student at Richneck Elementary, finding the assistant principal grossly negligent for failing to act despite knowing about the firearm, highlighting issues of school safety and negligence.

via abcnews.go.com|

#jury-award #law #negligence

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Teacher shot by 6-year-old testifies in $40 million lawsuit

A teacher, Abby Zwerner, is suing for $40 million after being shot by her 6-year-old student at Richneck Elementary School in Virginia, with the trial highlighting alleged negligence by school staff and the circumstances leading to the incident, including the student's access to a firearm brought from home.

via ABC News|

#child-gun-violence #civil-trial #school-safety

us2 months ago•2 min saved

Teacher shot by 6-year-old testifies in $40M lawsuit over school shooting

A Virginia teacher who was shot by a 6-year-old student in 2023 testified that she thought she had died, describing her injuries and the traumatic experience. The incident led to a lawsuit against a former assistant principal accused of ignoring warnings about the student's access to a gun, and highlighted issues of school safety and gun access among young children.

via AP News|

#gun-access #lawsuit #school-safety

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Trial Begins in $40M Lawsuit Over 6-Year-Old's School Shooting

A $40 million lawsuit alleges that a former assistant principal at a Virginia elementary school ignored warnings about a 6-year-old student with a gun, who subsequently shot his teacher, leading to significant injuries and legal actions against school officials and the student’s mother.

via AP News|

#child-gun-access #lawsuit #school-safety

education2 months ago•3 min saved

Student Handcuffed After AI Mistakes Chips for Gun

A student at Kenwood High School in Baltimore County was handcuffed after an AI security system mistakenly identified a bag of Doritos as a gun, leading to a heavy police response. The incident has prompted calls for a review of the AI gun detection system and school safety procedures, with officials emphasizing the importance of safety and accountability.

via CNN|

#ai-security-system #baltimore-county #doritos-mistaken-for-gun

health3 months ago•2 min saved

Alabama High School Implements Deep Cleaning After Tuberculosis Case

Jasper High School in Alabama is undergoing deep cleaning after a student was diagnosed with tuberculosis, with public health measures including free testing for contacts, though officials state the risk of spread in the school is very low.

via AL.com|

#alabama #deep-cleaning #health

care-and-feeding3 months ago•4 min saved

Parents Clash Over School Safety Concerns

A parent advocates for his diabetic son to attend public school, emphasizing the importance of proper planning and legal accommodations like a 504 plan, while addressing his wife's fears about emergencies and safety.

via Slate|

#504-plan #care-and-feeding #diabetes

local-news3 months ago•2 min saved

Three Students Injured in Stabbing at Pittsburgh's Carrick High School

Three students were injured in a stabbing at Carrick High School in Pittsburgh; the suspect, who also sustained a hand injury, is in custody, and the school remains on lockdown with support services available for students.

via CBS News|

#high-school #local-news #pittsburgh

world3 months ago•5 min saved

Utah Valley University Reels from Charlie Kirk Shooting Incident

The assassination of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University has brought unwanted national attention to the campus, which is known for its safety. The university is now focused on healing and redefining its identity amid grief and fear, drawing on lessons from other schools that have faced tragedies. The incident has sparked discussions on campus safety, community resilience, and the importance of addressing difficult issues openly.

via AP News|

#campus-shooting #charlie-kirk #school-safety

crime4 months ago•3 min saved

Concerns Over School Security and Radicalization Following Evergreen High Shooting

Parent groups at Evergreen High School raised concerns about the lack of school resource officers prior to a shooting that critically wounded two students, highlighting issues with SRO staffing and school safety protocols amid budget and staffing changes.

via The Denver Post|

#crime #evergreen-high-school-shooting #jeffco-public-schools