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Are Richland Schools Segregated? [POLL]

Andrew Kirk — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 13:56:48 +0000

Richland parents don't want their kids going to Chief Joseph Middle School because that's where the poor kids and minorities are. The school has a stigma. According to the story in the Tri-City Herald, the school district has hired great staff at the school. The only difference is the student body. Are the parents keeping their kids out promoting segregation? Tell us what you think:

Did an Oregon Kindergarten Teacher Make Students Wear Diapers as Punishment?

John McKay — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 14:00:10 +0000

Morrow County officials say there’s not enough evidence to charge a Boardman elementary school teacher. Morrow County District Attorney Justin Nelson says after interviewing numerous students and parents his office will drop the case. The unidentified teacher allegedly forced some students at Sam Boardman Elementary to wear a diaper over their clothes as punishment for [...]

Woman Busted for Driving on Sidewalk to Avoid Stopping for School Bus [VIDEO]

The Brad — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 03:00:42 +0000

Even before you take Driver's Ed or get your permit to drive a vehicle, you know to stop for school buses. Mostly because they are covered in flashing lights and a sign that says STOP is sticking out of the side (which you can partially see in the photo). It really is obvious. Apparently this Cleveland woman didn't have time to obey the law or worry about others safety.

Are School Pictures Obsolete And A Waste of Money?

Big Jim — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:54:08 +0000

We all have cameras on our cell phones. We have HD video recorders on our phones. Our kid’s lives are documented on Facebook. Is it really still important to order school pictures? I have kids who’ve probably been photographed more than the Kennedy children. Last week I got the dreaded order form for school pictures. [...]

Do School Food Laws Help Kids Lose Weight?

Shauna Wright — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 15:15:26 +0000

In an effort to curb rising child obesity rates, many states across the US have limited the unhealthy foods that kids can buy at school — and new evidence shows it could be paying off. Researchers followed more than 6,000 fifth and eighth-grade students in 40 states and found those who lived in states with [...]

When Does School End For The Richland School District?

Andrew Kirk — Fri, 30 Mar 2012 00:43:14 +0000

Fun things to do in the Tri-Cities when your kids are out of school!

Best Spring Break Activites in Tri-Cities

Iceman — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 12:35:01 +0000

Fun things to do in the Tri-Cities when your kids are home from school!

Driving The Kids To School Stressful?

Faith Martin — Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:39:22 +0000

I recently read a survey that was given to parents of school age children. 77% of those parents surveyed said driving their kids to school was THE MOST STRESSFUL event of the day! I found that funny because even though my kids are older now, I don’t remember that being a stressful thing to do. [...]

A Nine-Year-Old is Suspended from School for Doing a Crotch Grab During a Michael Jackson Lip Sync

Big Jim — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:38:13 +0000

Well this isn’t overreaction: Last week, at a school lip sync contest in Minnesota, a nine-year-old kid performed “Billie Jean”. And he mimicked Michael Jackson’s signature dance moves…including the crotch grab. So the school immediately suspended him indefinitley for gross misconduct. If this was your kid, how would you react?

Winter Weather Gets Kids Out Of School!

Faith Martin — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 22:06:09 +0000

It’s always a little exciting when the snow falls and people are doing out of the norm things; trying to get their cars out of the drive way, and slowly trying to get to work and school etc. I would imagine it’s fun for the kids to hear “It’s a snow day” and they don’t [...]

You Won't Believe What a Group of Parents Did to Get Better Schooling for Their Kids

Shauna Wright — Sat, 10 Dec 2011 15:10:18 +0000

Parents upset about the education their children are receiving at the Notre-Dame de Caderot school in southern France didn’t merely hold meetings or complain to the school board.

Instead, they stormed the building and took several teachers and the school headmistress hostage.

Kids With Smartphones Study More Often Than Kids Without Them

Big Jim — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 17:21:30 +0000

Man, if your kids hear this, prepare for this to be Exhibit A when they make their case to get iPhones. According to a new study, kids who have smartphones acually study approximately 40 minutes more per week than kids who don’t. And yes, it’s because they use their phones to study. Kids with smartphones [...]

School Delays for the Mid Columbia

Paul Drake — Wed, 16 Nov 2011 22:26:05 +0000

National Weather service is predicting snow throughout Eastern Washington and Oregon tonight and into the weekend. If for some reason we end up with a “freak” snow storm – you can count on Bi The KEY to give you up-to-date school delay information starting at 5am weekday mornings. Or you can check out updates at anytime HERE! [...]

Online Courses for Elementary and High School Students?

Shauna Wright — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 13:56:02 +0000

In an effort to accommodate students with varying levels of advancement and in reaction to state budgetary cuts, at least 30 states in the US now let elementary and high school students take all their courses online.

According to Evergreen Education Group, a consulting firm that works with online schools, an estimated 250,000 students nationwide are enrolled in full-time virtual schools, a 40 percent increase in the last three years. And the International Association for K-12 Online Learning, a trade group, says two million kids take at least one class online.

5 Ways to Get Your Kids to Do Their Homework

Paula Kashtan — Tue, 06 Sep 2011 20:05:35 +0000

Fall means school, and school means homework, and homework –- for many a family -– means stress and arguments. But getting homework done doesn’t have to be a daily battle. Here are a few easy ways for parents to make the routine a little easier for kids. 1 Study Daily Every day should [...]

5 Fun After School Activities That Keep Kids Learning

Stephen Lenz — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 17:55:06 +0000

A child’s day doesn’t end when the final school bell rings. In fact for many children it’s just beginning. Where to go for ideas? Oddly, pull from what your kids love most about school — and think outside the sandbox. From the physical, to the brain-challenging to the just plain fun, here are five after [...]

Back to School – 5 Tips for Kids Waiting at the Bus Stop

Chip Sandalwood — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:37:22 +0000

School is almost back in session, which means it’s time to start brushing up on tips for taking the bus. The school bus can be a great resource for time-strapped parents and independence-seeking children alike. But it also needs to be approached with safety and care.

Here are five tips to make your child’s bus ride the best it can be.

Best Places to Meet Singles in Tri-Cities – Our Top Five

The Brad — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 18:39:30 +0000

Single and ready to mingle…lame, cliche phrase I know, but when you are ready to go out and find someone to have a good time with, take a shot at some of these spots: Bars The obvious choice if you choose to booze. There are a more than a couple choices in the Tri-Cities. No [...]