Lincoln University holding in-person graduations over 3 days
Lincoln University in Jefferson City announced the dates and times for its in-person graduation ceremonies on Monday morning.
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University of Missouri settles knee surgery lawsuit
The University of Missouri has settled several lawsuits over its “BioJoint” knee surgeries for a reported $16.2 million.
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Columbia College to hold graduation at Mizzou Arena
A release from college spokesman Sam Fleury said two graduation ceremonies for 2021 spring graduates will be held on May 1.
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Columbia Public Schools superintendent candidates answer public’s questions during forum
These finalists include Dr. Harold Brian Yearwood (Manor, Texas), Dr. Chace Ramey (Iowa City, Iowa), and Dr. Erick Pruitt (Chicago, Illinois).
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Columbia Public Schools to host virtual public forum
Columbia Public Schools is set to host a virtual public forum Thursday for the district’s three superintendent finalists.
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Teachers union and Columbia Public Schools continue collective bargaining during COVID-19 pandemic
The Columbia Missouri National Teachers Association and Columbia Public Schools continued labor negotiations Wednesday night. The two groups are negotiating in good faith.
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Former University of Missouri baseball player files suit after being injured during game
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Former University of Missouri baseball player Cade Bormet has filed suit against the curators of the University of Missouri – University Athletics after being injured during a game in May 2018. According to the lawsuit, Bormet went for a foul ball at Taylor Stadium when he slid into a brick wall. Bormet
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CPS sees large jump in staff vaccination rate
Columbia Public Schools saw a more than 10% increase in its staff vaccination rate in just a single day.
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Staffing issues remain as CPS moves forward with a full return for students
Columbia Public Schools will welcome students back to classrooms full-time on April 5, but the district remains in need of bus drivers, nutrition service employees and substitute teachers.
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Moberly School Board accepts resignation of superintendent
A social media post on the school district’s Facebook page said Roling’s last day will be June 30.
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Jefferson City School District files eminent domain lawsuit
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ) Jefferson City School District has filed an eminent domain lawsuit for parts of lots 112 and 113 of the Woodcrest Subdivision. It is at 419 Union Street in Jefferson City. The district is looking to acquire the land for public school purposes including but not limited to parking facilities and/or athletic
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Missouri lawmakers consider bill to relax immunization rules
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — Missouri lawmakers are considering a bill that would relax the rules for immunizations. A House committee debated a proposal Tuesday that would require only students in public schools to have immunizations. and allow students to attend school without vaccinations if they have evidence of acquired immunity from a disease. The
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UM System puts online courses in one place with Missouri Online
The University of Missouri System launched a new website Tuesday that puts online courses from all four system schools in one place.
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Some Columbia Public Schools students to return to classrooms full-time while others remain online
Most students will return to CPS schools five days a week but some will remain online.
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Five-day week learning allows parents to fully return to work
A study from Brookings Institute said working parents are the key to recovering from the pandemic.
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Columbia Board of Education votes in favor of five-day week
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) The Columbia Board of Education voted Monday night to return to in-person learning five days a week. Students in all grades will return to the classroom Monday through Friday after spring break, which ends on April 2. The board voted unanimously to approve the return. Students that were already learning online-only will
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Educators in Missouri can try to schedule an appointment at certain pharmacies participating in the CDC’s Federal Retail Pharmacy Program after the White House asked teachers and staff to be prioritized.
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Columbia Board of Education narrows superintendent search; 3 candidates announced
The Columbia Board of Education announced its shortlist of superintendent candidates Monday.
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Columbia Public Schools seeing ‘substantial’ coronavirus transmission as five-day week decision looms
Columbia Public Schools is reporting a “substantial” level of coronavirus transmission under federal guidelines for reopening schools as the board of education decides whether to send students back to classes five days a week.
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Teachers eligible for vaccine at select pharmacies as CPS to consider five day weeks
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Select pharmacies across Missouri are currently offering coronavirus vaccines to teachers as local education boards look to get students back to in-person classes five days a week. President Joe Biden says vaccinating educators is a priority and hopes to have every educator get at least one coronavirus vaccine shot by the end
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