Blythe Bernhard

Jazzmine Nolan-Echols, executive director of Voices since December, said the school board placed her on leave because she refused to participate in the closure process.

Atlas plans to start with 90 students across two pre-kindergarten and two kindergarten classes at Immaculate Heart of Mary school.

Missouri legislators are unlikely to fully fund the K-12 education system for 2026-27, which could lead to school closures and layoffs.

Access to an online system used by several St. Louis-area schools and universities was restored Friday after a cyberattack created nationwide panic and disrupted final exam preparations.

Karla Eslinger announced her retirement as commissioner during a state education board meeting at St. Louis Community College-Forest Park.

Montessori Adolescent Program (MAP) middle and high school will close this month with 26 students and seven staff members.

Boanerges Flores, of Nicaragua, was detained during a routine immigration appointment, and his wife, Alba Matamoro, received an ankle monitor.

Dozens of parents brought their children to the rally to show support for their schoolmate Mauren, who is going into third grade.

"He has a level of dedication beyond any teacher I've ever seen," one graduate said. "He's the one who taught us what the Sumner legacy is and how to fully

Former students and staff toured the 70-year-old Danforth Elementary building, sharing memories and signing commemorative ceiling tiles.