Springfield parents file lawsuit over school mask mandate
The Springfield News-Leader reports that the parents argue that the mask mandate in place since August is a legal overreach and infringes on the rights of parents.
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Missouri attorney general sues Moberly schools alleging Sunshine Law violation
Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt sued Moberly Public Schools on Tuesday, alleging the district overcharged for a public records request related to school policy about recording certain meetings.
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Some Missouri teachers are getting an extended Thanksgiving break while others are left frustrated
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Thanksgiving breaks began for some schools across Mid-Missouri Monday after some districts decided to extend the holiday break this year to provide some relief to staff and students. Jefferson City and Southern Boone are two of many that extended their break, saying that the demands of the past 18 months have worn
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University of Missouri’s Coalition of Graduate Workers urging university to stop the demolition of Manor House Apartments
The University of Missouri’s Coalition of Graduate Workers is speaking up about Mizzous’s decision to demolish Manor House Apartments.
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Mizzou hosts groundbreaking for new Stephens Indoor Facility
The University of Missouri is hosting a groundbreaking for the new Stephens Indoor Facility.
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Will snow days go extinct?
The policy began last year during the coronavirus pandemic after higher education and K-12 schools beefed up their remote capabilities as classes went online. However, most K-12 districts are keeping snow days. Districts plan their calendars to accommodate weather-related cancellations.
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MU board of curators approves 6% increase on room and board
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Board of Curators approved raising housing and dining rates for the M-U campus. A 6% increase will go into effect at the start of the 2022 summer session. Room and board will now cost students $10,509. Room will cost $7,319 and board will cost students $3,190. During the pandemic the budget
Continue Reading University of Missouri Board of Curators approves coronavirus vaccine requirement for federal contracts
The resolution requires the UM System and its four campuses to follow the executive order, which requires federal contract workers to be vaccinated against the coronavirus or be tested regularly. The board voted 7-1, with Curator Todd Graves abstaining. Jeffrey Layman, of Springfield, voted against the measure.
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Controversial courthouse murals may be moved to Columbia College
The Boone County Commission will introduce a potential plan to move the Boone County Courthouse murals to Columbia College, where the original artist was a faculty member.
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University of Missouri to use remote learning and work when campus closes due to winter weather
The University of Missouri will use remote working and learning during winter weather events to reduce interruptions for students and staff.
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UM Board of Curators to meet and discuss vaccine mandate, room and board
The UM Board of Curators are set to meet Thursday morning at 8 a.m. to discuss President Biden’s vaccine mandate and proposed room and board increases, among other topics.
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UM System Board of Curators set to vote on federal vaccine mandate Thursday
The UM System Board of Curators will discuss and could vote Thursday on how the system will implement the vaccine mandate for federal contractors, with some possible exceptions.
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Public gives feedback on Jefferson City Schools boundary adjustments
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City community will gave some input Tuesday night on possible boundary changes for Jefferson City Schools. The JC Schools Boundary Line Advisory Committee is proposing four preliminary attendance area changes. JEFFERSON CITY SCHOOLS ATTENDANCE AREA PRESENTATIONDownload The meeting Tuesday night was the second for the public to give feedback
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Southern Boone School District extends Thanksgiving break
BOONE COUNTY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Southern Boone School District announced Friday that schools will be closed the entire week of Thanksgiving “out of an abundance of concern for the mental and physical wellbeing of staff and students.” A Facebook post from the district says classes scheduled on Monday, Nov. 22 and Tuesday, Nov. 23 will
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Traffic impacts and cold weather expected for Mizzou Football game on Saturday
Tens of thousands are expected to make their way to Faurot Field this morning as The Missouri Tigers are set to host The South Carolina Gamecocks for its annual military appreciation game at 4 p.m.
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THURSDAY UPDATES: Columbia Public Schools reports all elementary and middle schools affected by coronavirus
Check back here for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic in Missouri.
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State offers credit and identity theft monitoring to 620,000 educators
Missouri is offering credit and identity theft monitoring services to 620,000 current and former educators who may have been affected by a data incident last month.
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Jefferson City School District looking to attract substitute teachers amidst nationwide shortage with incentives
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) The Jefferson City Board of Education has approved a new bonus pay incentive for substitute teachers. Beginning on Tuesday, substitute teachers will receive a $500 bonus for every 20 cumulative days they sub for the district. “Like schools all across the country, our district has been impacted by the ongoing substitute
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QUESTION OF THE DAY: Should Critical Race Theory be taught at the high school level?
Three state lawmakers addressed the Columbia Board of Education about Critical Race Theory at its meeting Monday night. Rep. Chuck Basye said that he felt that Critical Race Theory, often referred to as CRT, was being taught in Columbia Public Schools. The lawmaker said that he has proof it is being taught. Rep. David Tyson
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CPS parent wants better communication after incident at Battle Elementary
A parent at Columbia Public Schools is calling for better communication from the district after a scare at Battle Elementary School on Tuesday afternoon.
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