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The results are in for Week One of Tackle Hunger III
ST. LOUIS — Operation Food Search officials have weighed the food donations for Week One of Tackle Hunger III, and the numbers are in. That means students and staff at two area high schools collected a total of 1,563 pounds worth of food. Operation Food Search officials say these donations are valued at $2,885.29 and they represent enough to help provide quality nutrition to 390 people for one day!
STL area high school football kicks off with referee shortage
The excitement of Friday night lights returned to the St. Louis area this weekend as high school football teams kicked off their season. Some organizations providing referees to area games wish they had more officials.
THE COUNTY LINE: Local kids learn the art of fighting at Festus studio
A black belt in taekwondo, Caitlin Johnson uses both her feet to repeatedly strike a padded kicking shield at her parents’ dojang (studio), Elite Taekwondo in Festus. The sound of her rapid strikes fills the room. Johnson, 12, just started seventh grade at Festus Middle School, but she sometimes...
NAACP demands action on academic inequality
Citing improvements in other cities, the St. Louis NAACP chapter will file a complaint with the U.S. Dept of Education Office of Civil Rights (OCR) targeting St. Louis area public schools, including charter schools, regarding the “Systemic Educational Inequities Affecting Black Students.”. According to the NAACP, “Data paints a...
Community ambassadors provide eyes and ears for St. Louis Public Schools
During the first two weeks of classes, St. Louis Public Schools worked with community ambassadors who reported back to district leaders about the overall functioning of schools. Acting Superintendent Millicent Borishade said earlier this week the ambassadors include volunteers from the community and school staff who have been providing feedback...
High school football season kicks off with heat precautions in place
ST. CHARLES CO., Mo. (First Alert 4) - Thursday night brought high-energy crowds and even higher temperatures to Viking Stadium for Francis Howell High’s home opener against the Eureka Wildcats. The temperature at kick off was about 90 degrees, triggering Missouri High School Activities Association’s guidelines for additional water...
Special education teacher receives special surprise
Special education teacher Heather Clausen was surprised with an award from the KMOV 4 Surprise Squad during the pep rally Aug. 23. The award, given out a few times a year, recognizes members of the St. Louis community who positively impact those around them. “To be honest, it was overwhelming,”...
Sikeston starts May-era strong, tops Crystal City 29-18
SIKESTON — Sikeston’s 29-18 season-opening win over Crystal City at Sikeston Public Schools Stadium on Friday, August 30, was a promising start and much-needed victory. While the Bulldogs (1-0) victory over a the smaller Hornets (0-1) doesn’t guarantee future success, it does provide a boost of confidence and momentum. The team’s performance on both sides of the ball was encouraging, and it’s clear that they’re making strides under the new coaching staff.
Pattonville and Fort Zumwalt North kick off Tackle Hunger on '5 On Your Sideline' Friday night
ST. LOUIS — High school football season is underway in Missouri and Illinois. Students and staff at two St. Louis area high schools have been competing all week to tackle hunger. Tackle Hunger III is made possible on 5 On Your Side by Neighbors Credit Union. Officials with Operation...
Cutting race-based scholarships blocks path to college, students say
The Hechinger Report is a national nonprofit newsroom that reports on one topic: education. Sign up for our weekly newsletters to get stories like this delivered directly to your inbox. Consider supporting our stories and becoming a member today. On the first day of seventh grade, Elijah Brown clambered onto...
Mehlville Panthers football aims to break old habits in new season
This season will be about breaking habits for the Mehlville Panthers football squad. Kurt Heinemann’s squad finished 0-10 in 2023 and will be looking to right the ship and prevent a repeat this fall. “We have to be cognizant of sliding back into old habits,” Heinemann said. “The kids...
NAACP St. Louis adds Special School District to literacy crisis complaint
The St. Louis NAACP has amended a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights, adding the Special School District of St. Louis County to a list of local districts they identify as experiencing a literacy crisis among African-American children.
High Schools in the Area Adjusting Practices to Keep Players Safe During Heat Wave
(Park Hills, MO) With the heat experienced in Missouri this week, local football teams have had to adjust practice times. The Central Rebels, being one of those teams, have pushed their practices back to 8:00pm. Teams north of the Parkland have shifted to morning practices. Webster Groves High School, for...
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