WEST AKRON: Police responded March 15 to a West Exchange Street home after man reported he heard a couple upstairs arguing and then heard a gunshot. Police spoke to the residents, who stated no shots were fired, and they found no evidence that a gun had been fired. While police were there, the downstairs neighbor
NORTON The Norton City Schools Board of Education discussed the progress made with the district 121 Program and integration of Chromebooks with students. Technology Director Angie Wagler said she surveyed students from grades three to 12 and teachers in all grades about the use of Chromebooks in the 121 Program. Both the majority of
The lawsuit claims the school district failed to protect Madison Sparks from sexual abuse by her former teacher and coach, who is currently facing criminal charges.
NORTON The Norton City Schools Board of Education reviewed a new program on emotional development for preschoolers and kindergarteners Feb. 13. According to district officials, the course will include eight weeks of lessons on social-emotional development, with students to learn skills for learning, empathy, emotion management and friendship skills. Officials added the program is
NORTON The Norton City Schools Board of Education introduced the new Big Ideas Math Program for students at its Dec. 12 meeting. Curriculum Director Amy Olivieri said the program, which will be implemented in K-12 classes, will help to advance students in classwork and in passing state tests, but also in applying lessons that