'We are missing games': Local school district challenged by referee shortages
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — The nationwide referee shortage is putting a strain on local school districts in Spokane. The schools are canceling several sports games…
Education
'As a mom, I'm terrified': Concerns arise following online threats at North Pines Middle School
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — Last weekend, a North Pines Middle School student made online threats of a school shooting. It was…
Parents address concerns with staff at Central Valley safety information night
LIBERTY LAKE, Wash -- On Thursday, parents gathered at Ridgeline High School for an Information Night on School Safety. For Maria Garcia-Bachman, safety is top…
Spokane Public Schools planning to have security cameras installed in parking area outside Lewis & Clark High School
SPOKANE, Wash. --- Spokane Public Schools has plans to install new security cameras across from Lewis & Clark High School to help address safety concerns in the…
Law enforcement responds to online threat made towards North Pines Middle School
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- Law enforcement responded to North Pines Middle School on Monday after…
College Success Foundation to host financial aid info sessions this week, through February
SPOKANE, Wash. --- High school seniors are just months away from making the transition to college and other post-secondary education. Now is the time to take advantage of free money and…
SPS High Schools offering free open gym on Sundays soon
SPOKANE, Wash. — Do you have a future basketball star or want your child to get some extra exercise this year? Spokane Public Schools is offering…
Central Valley schools focusing on student's math skills and mental health in upcoming year
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- Across Washington, students still struggle in schools when it comes to their mental health needs. The Central Valley…
With suspect in custody, U of I students hopeful for fresh start
MOSCOW, Idaho -- University of Idaho students left Moscow with limited answers and a suspect still at large. Now, they're returning for the spring semester feeling hopeful for…
Central Valley School District introducing new sexual education curriculum
SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. — 2023 starts with an old controversy for the Central Valley School District in Spokane Valley. At Monday night's board meeting, the new sex-ed…
Washington State Senator honoring Central Valley High School student this week
SPOKANE, Wash. — A Washington State Senator will honor a Central Valley High School student on Monday for winning a national essay contest. Senator Mike Padden (R- Spokane Valley) is honoring Lucy He, who won the Chinese American History Month…
What to do if your child is set to attend a different school next year due to boundary changes
Families whose children are set to attend a different school because of the boundary change have already been notified.
'It's devastating': Frozen pipes burst, causing damage to Stevens Elementary classrooms
Teachers at Stevens Elementary are without their classroom staples, but the community is banding together in hopes of getting all of their belongings replaced.
'Building relationships': Mental health clinicians coming to support local daycares
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Soon, there will be more team members at the Little Scholars Early Learning Center, putting an emphasis on mental health. Parents say it can't come…
Average salary for Idaho teachers increases 3.2%
IDAHO – According to the Idaho State Department of Education, the average salary for Idaho teachers rose 3.2%. The average salary for an Idaho teacher is now $54,806 for this school year. Since 2016-17, Idaho teacher's salaries have increases 18%.…
'If you respect, you don't hate': Holocaust survivor shares story with Ridgeline High School sophomores
Carla Peperzak turned 99 years old in October and is using her personal experience to educate people.
U of I increases safety services for students on campus
MOSCOW, Idaho -- While investigators work to find a killer in Moscow, the University of Idaho is working to calm the nerves of students. In November,…
Wilson Elementary requiring masks for rest of week
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Wilson Elementary recently announced that the school will require its students and staff to wear masks for the remainder of the week due to a…
Murder investigation takes a toll on University of Idaho's student journalists
MOSCOW, Idaho -- Several student journalists at the University of Idaho work for The Argonaut, the student newspaper. In Daniel Ramirez's time with The Argonaut, no story…
Numerica EWU student scholarship to honor Sandy Williams
SPOKANE, Wash. -- To honor the life of Sandy Williams, Numerica Credit Union is designating one of its annual scholarships to Eastern Washington University students who embody her legacy. Every year, five students from EWU are awarded tuition scholarships through…
Spokane Public Schools prepares for delays, cancellations as heavy snow approaches
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Winter weather could mean school delays and cancellations. Spokane Public Schools is getting prepared for the possibilities of both this week and…
Loan forgiveness in limbo: How to prepare financially for student loan uncertainty in 2023
SPOKANE, Wash. --- In nearly a month, it would have been time for those with student loan debt to start repaying it. But because of legal obstacles to President Biden’s student loan…
Local principal, veteran teaches students the importance of Veterans Day
SPOKANE, Wash. -- Veterans Day is November 11, a day to honor the sacrifice that service members made for the country. 4 News Now is highlighting…
Spokane high school students call out teacher for using N-word in class
SPOKANE, Wash. -- A Spokane Public Schools teacher used a racial slur in class and tried to justify its use because of the way…
