Schools & Kids
Thursday, June 11, 2026 · Keokuk
Keokuk High School students earn sports referee certifications
Sixteen Keokuk High School students will earn referee certifications this spring through the Iowa High School Athletic Association RefReps program, helping address a shortage of sports officials.
Keokuk schools explore expanded partnerships with Lee County districts
Keokuk Community School District is seeking expanded partnerships with neighboring Lee County districts to combine athletic programs and course offerings.
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Keokuk Schools Open Aug. 24 for 2026-2027 Year
Keokuk Community School District sets the 2026-2027 school year to start Aug. 24, 2026, with Winter Break in late December and Spring Break in March.
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