Student Television Network officials announced Wednesday the annual convention was canceled amid the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak.
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Statewide bill could require period products in bathrooms
A local period poverty project in Columbia Public Schools (CPS) has become a state-wide phenomenon as students across the district advocate for the state capitol to consider a bill that would provide period products to students at no cost.
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A Missouri lawmaker filed a new bill aimed at preventing inappropriate content from getting in the hands of minors. Critics, however, argue the bill amounts to censorship.
Continue reading “New library bill receives backlash after critics say it amounts to censorship”High school students on track to earn associates degree under new partnership
Columbia Public Schools (CPS) is expanding the opportunity for students to achieve high education through a new partnership with Moberly Area Community College (MACC).
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Kelsey Pegg is among the thousands of people who conclude their emails with four simple words. They/them/their pronouns.
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The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will come out on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
Continue reading “FASFA to come out Oct. 1”Goodwill Excel Center gives adult students a second chance at earning a high school diploma
While Goodwill is known for its thrift stores, Cody Chamberlain remembers Goodwill for something much deeper– the chance to confront a lingering regret.
Continue reading “Goodwill Excel Center gives adult students a second chance at earning a high school diploma”CPS to implement no-backpack policy
In an effort to ensure more safety at football games, Columbia Public Schools (CPS) implemented a new no-backpack policy for all middle and high school sporting events.
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On Aug. 26, people started to gather on the streets of downtown Columbia. The annual PrideFest brought hundreds of people from around the community. The festival included live performances, a drag show, and a variety of food and activities. Organizations from the community showed their support by setting up vendor tables throughout the festival. There were over 80 vendors including Safe House, Vision Eye Care Center, Central Missouri Humane Society, and more.
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This year Columbia Public Schools (CPS) implemented a new schedule pick-up format. Unlike past years where students would come to school to pick up their schedules, all families needed was a computer and access to the internet.
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