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health5 days ago•1 min saved

Lancaster County Student Confirmed with Measles Amid Ongoing Outbreak

A student at Bainbridge Elementary School in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, has tested positive for measles. The Elizabethtown Area School District notified families after an internal communication was leaked to media before the official release. The district urged households to monitor for symptoms, noting that measles is highly contagious and can spread through the air. This new case occurs during a significant regional outbreak that has already resulted in two infant deaths earlier this year.

via WGAL|

#health #lancaster-county #measles

sports17 days ago

Millbrook-Rolesville Football Match Abandoned in Overtime After Stadium and Parking Lot Brawls

A high school football game between Millbrook and Rolesville was suspended twice on Friday night after violent altercations erupted in the stands and parking lot. The match, which ended tied at 10-10 in overtime, was abandoned after police evacuated the stadium. Law enforcement remained on campus past 11 p.m. to restore order, and the school district is reviewing security protocols for future athletic events.

via ABC11 News|

#high-school-football #north-carolina #public-safety

educationlocal-news1 month ago•0 min saved

Jessamine County Schools Warn About Online 'Cat in the Hat' Trend

Jessamine County Schools in Kentucky say they are aware of a nationwide online trend involving the 'Cat in the Hat' and are prioritizing student safety; students are urged not to engage with the content and to report any exposure to a trusted adult.

via WKYT|

#cat-in-the-hat #educationlocal-news #parental-alert

crime4 months ago•38 min saved

Ex-Iowa school district superintendent sentenced to two years for fake citizenship claim

A former Iowa school district superintendent was sentenced to two years in prison for falsely claiming U.S. citizenship on employment documents.

via Yahoo|

#citizenship #crime #iowa

local-news5 months ago•13 min saved

GI Outbreaks Hit Five Washoe County Elementary Campuses, Echo Loder Affected

The Washoe County School District reports gastrointestinal illness outbreaks at five elementary schools—Libby Booth, Rita Cannan, Caughlin Ranch, Natchez, and Jerry Whitehead—with one Echo Loder Elementary classroom affected; heightened sanitation procedures have been put in place and families have been notified via Connect Ed with information on symptoms and exclusion guidelines.

via KTVN|

#elementary-schools #gastrointestinal-illness #local-news

local-news10 months ago•1 min saved

Missing Middle School Girls from Basketball Game Found Safe

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.

via Colorado Public Radio|

#elbert-county #local-news #missing-girls

health1 year ago•2 min saved

Pennsylvania High School Student Dies from Bacterial Meningitis

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.

via ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos|

#bacterial-meningitis #health #pennsylvania

education1 year ago•4 min saved

Des Moines Schools Sue Search Firm Over Superintendent's ICE Detention

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.

via AP News|

#education #immigration-issues #lawsuit

world1 year ago•4 min saved

Iowa School Superintendent Arrested by ICE and Stripped of License

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.

via 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS|

#ice #illegal-immigration #iowa

world1 year ago•3 min saved

Des Moines Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts Placed on Leave Following ICE Detention

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.

via AP News|

#des-moines #ice-arrest #immigration

education1 year ago•6 min saved

Des Moines Schools Superintendent Ian Roberts Placed on Leave After ICE Detention

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.

via The New York Times|

#des-moines-schools #education #ian-roberts

local1 year ago•2 min saved

Des Moines Schools Superintendent Detained by ICE and Placed on Leave

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.

via KCRG|

#des-moines-public-school #ice-detention #immigration

world1 year ago•2 min saved

ICE Arrests Des Moines Schools Superintendent Amid Protests

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.

via BBC|

#firearms-charge #ice-arrest #immigration-enforcement

crime1 year ago•5 min saved

Arkansas Teacher Resigns After 4 Days Amid Double Homicide and Arrests

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.

via CBS News|

#arkansas-double-homicide #background-checks #crime

education2 years ago•3 min saved

SoCal High School Yearbook Sparks Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Controversy

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.

via KTLA Los Angeles|

#antisemitism #education #free-speech