St. Dominic Robotics Teams Shine in First Competition

The Junior/Senior Team finished 12th out of 35 with their robot Optimus on Jan. 14.

Fort Zumwalt ID Badge Policy Won't Change in Current Year

Board votes 6-1 in favor of not changing the ID enforcement policy immediately.

Four Candidates File For SCC Board of Trustees

Two six-year terms and one two-year term on the SCC Board of Trustees are on the April ballot.

Legislative Moves Continue Toward Retaining Three-Year Terms for Fort Zumwalt

Missouri House and Senate bills would allow Fort Zumwalt school board members to continue to serve three-year terms.

Fort Zumwalt Hosts Parent Coffee on Monday Night

The event is held from 7-8 p.m. at Fort Zumwalt South High School.

Fort Zumwalt Schedules Kindergarten Screenings

To schedule a child’s appointment or for more information, call 636-474-8445 between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Revised Fort Zumwalt Budget Reveals Bigger Deficit

Increased expenses lead to an increased deficit for current school year, but district says it should be fine.

Sports Report: Holiday Break Doesn't Stop Winter Sports

Week 5 of the winter sports season slows down, but doesn't shut down, as winter break approaches.

School Board Candidates Begin Filing for April 2012 Election

Filing opened Tuesday for school board candidate races in the Fort Zumwalt and Wentzville school districts.

O'Fallon Couple Runs Preschool and Child Care Facility On Faith

Mike and Cheri Price, owners of AmeriKids Christian Center, say their work is a ministry to O'Fallon area kids and families.

SCC Board of Trustees Approves Filing Dates for April Election

Filing begins Dec. 13 and ends Jan. 17.

Wentzville School District Sets Open House Dates to Address Boundary Changes

The construction of a new high school gives the district the chance to realign attendance areas.

Fort Zumwalt Hosts Parent Coffee on Monday Night

The event is held from 7-8 p.m. at Zumwalt West High School.

Fort Zumwalt Board Debates ID Enforcement

Board agrees to review policy of mandatory ID displaying by students.

Sports Report: Winter Sports Begin This Week

Temperatures are dropping which means the sports go indoors. Teams around St. Charles County will be starting season this week.

2011-12 High School Graduation Rates by District

See how the Fort Zumwalt School District compares to other school districts in the area.

New State Calculations to Lower Graduation Rates for Missouri School Districts

Missouri education officials say the new way of calculating graduation rates allows the state to compare how its students are doing with the rest of the country.

Substituting Brings 'Enormous Satisfaction' For Some

People see it as a chance to "try out" the profession before going back to school.

Hope High School Raises $1,100 for Local Food Pantry

Fort Zumwalt students and teachers hosted their seventh annual Empty Bowls service-learning project on Friday.

Hope High School Students Host Empty Bowls Fundraiser

Event is open to the public and runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday.

Districts Have More Options for Substitute Teachers

In the current economy, districts are seeing more people applying for substitute teaching jobs. Some districts are only interviewing certified teachers as many young teachers aren't able to find jobs.

Experience a Taste of Fort Zumwalt on Monday Night

The sixth annual event runs from 5-7:30 p.m. All proceeds benefit the district’s Grow Your Own Teachers Program.

Schools Weigh Pros and Cons of Student Cell Phone Use

St. Charles authorities and school officials must balance learning with the student use of cell phones, particularly in emergency situations.

Fort Zumwalt High Schools Host Annual Safe Halloween

Event runs from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday at all four Fort Zumwalt High Schools.

Fort Zumwalt Hosts Parent Coffee on Monday Night

The event is held from 7-8 p.m. at North High School.

New Head of Community College Plans Few Immediate Changes

Ronald Chesbrough, who started Oct. 3, plans to keep tuition low despite funding cuts from state.

Fort Zumwalt School Board Approves Zumwalt West Water Polo Team, Other Items

The Fort Zumwalt School Board worked quickly in October meeting.

SCC Board of Trustees Welcomes New President to Meeting

Ronald Chesbrough attended his first board meeting as president of St. Charles Community College Monday night.

Teachers, Lawmakers Grapple with Law Restricting Contact With Students

Local educators say new Missouri law restricting social media communications between students and teachers continues to raise questions. The law remains in limbo because of a recent court ruling and a revision by legislators.

Zumwalt North Honors Senior Band Members

Friday night's halftime show honored 21 senior band members and their parents.

Panther Defense Can't Stop the Wolves

Zumwalt North fell to Timberland Friday night, 26-38.

Fort Zumwalt School Board Sets Tax Rate, Buys Bus Routing Software

Superintendent Dr. Bernard DuBray said the district’s assessed value was about $1.992 billion—$57 million less than last year, when the levy was set at $4.597.

SCC Board Approves Tax Rate, Honors Retiring President

The tax rate will remain unchanged for the upcoming fiscal year, and college president John McGuire serves his last board meeting.

Fort Zumwalt North Cheer Captain Inspired to Spotlight the Devastating Effects of Bullying

Inspired by efforts of cheer captain, Maddie Howard, Fort Zumwalt North High School will host Cheer UP!, a cheerleading competition with two purposes.

St. Charles Community College Names New President

SCC Board of Trustees named Ronald Chesbrough, Ph.D., as the college's next president during a special closed session meeting on Aug. 27.

Teachers Awarded Injunction to Halt Facebook Law

The Missouri State Teachers Association just learned it was awarded an injunction to stop a new Missouri social networking law from taking effect Sunday.

SCC Board Preps for Accreditation, Names 6 Presidential Finalists

On Monday, the board heard a presentation on accreditation in preparation for a November visit from the Higher Learning Commission.

Fort Zumwalt District Starts 2011-12 School Year

Students and parents will notice changes to school facilities and policies as the school year begins Wednesday.

Fort Zumwalt School Board Hears Progress Report on Federal Academic Standards

Though data from 2010-11 is still being released, Dr. Jackie Floyd briefed the board on the progress of students according to the standards of No Child Left Behind.

SCC Board to Review 10 Presidential Finalists

The college's presidential search committee tries, tries again.