Schools & Kids
Thursday, June 11, 2026 · Altoona
Southeast Polk Students Design, Model Fashions at May 6 Show
Southeast Polk High School presents its second annual student-designed fashion show May 6 at 6 p.m. Admission is one canned good.
Southeast Polk Schools Receive Meta Grants for STEM Equipment
Four Southeast Polk schools received Meta grants to purchase VR headsets, a laser cutter, new computers, and support for the state science fair.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Southeast Polk Schools End Year on Schedule Despite Snow Days
Southeast Polk schools stick to their May 28 dismissal date despite missing two days to snow, thanks to built-in instructional hours that exceed state minimums.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Report projects 1.25 million young people out of work or school by 2031
A major report predicts the number of young people aged 16 to 24 who are unemployed, not in school, and not in training will reach 1.25 million by 2031, marking a shift that analysts say will narrow economic prospects for a generation.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Online Harassment Affects Majority of Teens Outside School
A recent study revealed that nearly two-thirds of adolescents who experience harassment do so online, independent of school-based bullying. This finding suggests a growing prevalence of cyberbullying extending beyond traditional schoolyard conflicts. The study highlights the need for focused strategies to address online aggression among teenagers.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Discussions Underway for New Blue-Blood College Basketball Event in 2027
An eight-team college basketball event, potentially named the 'Diamond Cup,' is in preliminary discussions for 2027. Kentucky, North Carolina, Kansas, Michigan, and UConn are reportedly engaged in the planning stages. Event organizers aim to create a marquee tournament featuring prominent programs.
Thursday, June 11, 2026