Martha Harris

Chris Agnew, director of the Generative AI for Education Hub at Stanford University, called Utah’s approach to AI in education one of the most coordinated and strategic in the country.

The concern is greatest for areas of the state where a high percentage of students do not have the MMR vaccine, like the southwest corner of Utah.

In January, the Utah State Board of Education said students could not bring banned books to campus — even their own copies. But after more legal review, the board is reversing course.

Menzie's attorneys say the 67-year-old’s dementia has gotten significantly worse in recent months, but the state disagrees. His execution is scheduled for Sept. 5.

With a new state law in place, KUER asked all 41 school districts what their cell phone policies look like now.

Utahns ages 18-to-20 can already carry a concealed gun, but House Majority Whip Karianne Lisonbee’s bill would allow them to carry it openly.

The board unanimously voted on Dec. 10 to renew support for its 2017 Safe Schools Resolution. It was also reaffirmed in 2019 during the last Trump admin.

“There's a lot of anxiety out there,” said Michael Gowans, president of the Alpine Education Association teachers union and teacher at Westlake High School.

Teachers can face difficult behavioral issues in the classroom, but preparing for that in real life can be challenging. Researchers say virtual reality offers them the chance to practice in a “risk free environment.”

If the final vote passes in December, this will be the third year in a row that the Granite School District board has closed elementary schools. The schools on the block are Douglas T. Orchard, Redwood and Valley Crest.