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School Closures for the Twin Falls Area

Brad Weiser — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 14:50:27 +0000

We understand how quickly a school closure can turn your day upside down so it’s important that you know about them as soon as they happen. Click here for the most recent school closures in Twin Falls and Southern Idaho. We hope you find it helpful.

Is There Anything Different In Local Schools Due To The Connecticut Shooting?

Jackie — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 13:42:10 +0000

If you have been in a school lately, you can’t help but think if the terrible tragedy that took place in Connecticut. Yesterday I went to talk to a teacher for a brief moment and while usually I just walk into the school and take care of business, things were a little different yesterday. I [...]

Is The Choking Game Happening In Twin Falls Schools?

Brad Weiser — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 16:03:10 +0000

Earlier, we reported about a young boy from Dietrich, who died late Saturday afternoon from self-inflicted strangulation after playing the choking game

According to the Dangerous Behaviors Foundation, the choking game is on the rise and children of all ages are participating in this fatal game as a means to get high without the use of drugs or alcohol.

O'Leary Middle School Track is in Really Bad Shape – You Can Help.

Brad Weiser — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 17:26:54 +0000

The OMS Track Project committee has begun a million penny drive to begin the fundraising necessary to redo the Vera c. O’Leary Middle School track. As a part of that fundraising effort two projects are slated for September. Mobile Device WALK A MILE ON OUR TRACK When: Friday, September 30 from 3:30 to 5:30 PM [...]

Robert Stuart Middle School Achieves New School Status [Audio]

Brad Weiser — Thu, 22 Sep 2011 17:15:03 +0000

Today, we were joined by Principal Teske and Mr. Harper from Robert Stuart Middle School and students Emily and Maddy.

Robert Stuart recently achieved "New School Status" through an application process and meeting certain goals. Principal Teske and Mr. Harper helped explain what that means and Emily & Maddy talked about some of the neat stuff they have seen happen as a result. Listen to the interview after the jump.

Tailgate Party for Canyon Ridge High School is Friday – Invite Everyone and Bring Empty Stomachs [Audio]

Brad Weiser — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 15:40:45 +0000

It’s always a blast having local students on our show. Today, Canyon Ridge Student Council members, Cable, Lindsay, and Sidney stopped by to talk about Homecoming Week at Canyon Ridge. Today’s theme is “Hero Day” (in case you didn’t notice) and tomorrow is Spirit Day. Students and faculty are encouraged to wear school colors. Tonight the [...]

Twin Falls High School Lockdown [Audio]

Brad Weiser — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 16:34:58 +0000

Yesterday, I saw a multitude of posts following the walkout at Canyon Ridge and many during the Twin Falls High lockdown. This morning we asked you what you thought. Hit the jump for audio from this mornings show. Twin Falls Police: GREAT work keeping everyone safe. I was very glad to hear that nobody was [...]

Children Walk Out to Protest Education Reform [Audio]

Brad Weiser — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 16:35:29 +0000

I was watching the news and spotted the story today about the children in Meridian and Nampa walking out in protest of education reform.

I’m a parent. I couldn’t help but think about how I would react if I saw one of my children ditching school to protest.