Eye on Kids | WLFI TV

Thousands of free lunches to be served

Krista Henery — Wed, 22 May 2013 22:17:13 GMT

As students get ready to leave school for the summer, workers at Food Finders Food Bank in Lafayette is preparing to feed thousands of children throughout News 18’s viewing area.

Kids collect nearly 2K pairs of shoes

Elisabeth Rentschler — Fri, 17 May 2013 21:00:57 GMT

We all have shoes lying around the house that we don't wear anymore, and one group of students decided to collect those shoes and put them to good use.

New law fights against gang activity

Brittany Tyner — Thu, 16 May 2013 03:45:05 GMT

A bill to help keep gang activity out of Indiana schools has been signed by the governor.

Child left alone at school, calls 911

Wed, 15 May 2013 22:45:40 GMT

An investigation is underway in Anderson after second grader was left at school, nearly three hours after dismissal. No one knew the little boy was missing until he called 911.

Summer jobs important for teens

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:58:13 GMT

Schools will be letting out for the summer soon and that means it's time for teens to find a summer job.

Students raise money for cancer patient

Wed, 15 May 2013 21:58:00 GMT

Students at St. Lawrence Elementary walked or ran for an hour today to raise money for a Central Catholic student with cancer.

Still time to register for YWCA camp

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:53:09 GMT

The YWCA summer camp for kids is set to start soon and you still have time to register your kids.

Multiple problems for Frankfort schools

Dan Klein — Wed, 15 May 2013 03:32:24 GMT

The bad news was in abundance for the Community Schools of Frankfort, between accounting errors totaling more than $1 million, a big drop in test scores, the elimination of teacher jobs and a principal under investigation.

A gift in memory of Noah

Mon, 13 May 2013 22:29:28 GMT

Students at Clinton Prairie say the school has become a little brighter since coping with a fellow student's death. Students hope a gift can help raise the spirits of the Vaughn-Linderer family.

Kids learn fitness in Taulman Mile

Fri, 10 May 2013 20:18:32 GMT

Kids learning physical fitness and how to stay active took over part of Cumberland Avenue in West Lafayette this week.

Read to Succeed thanks volunteers

Fri, 10 May 2013 03:55:24 GMT

Schools in Tippecanoe County say thanks to volunteers and teachers for their work with the "Read to Succeed" program.

Gather donations for 'Stamp Out Hunger'

Thu, 09 May 2013 19:24:07 GMT

Mail carriers in Tippecanoe County will be picking up more than just outgoing letters this weekend.

Students learn the power of positivity

Thu, 09 May 2013 16:03:09 GMT

Students at Delphi Elementary got a special lesson in respect and positive attitudes this week from someone who knows a lot about the power of positivity.

Program instrumental in helping kids

Wed, 08 May 2013 03:57:04 GMT

There was a special musical program Tuesday evening featuring some very young students learning to play the right notes.

Puppets teach kids a lesson

Elisabeth Rentschler — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:15:53 GMT

Although summer is fast approaching, students throughout the county are still squeezing in their final lessons of the year. On Monday, Hershey Kindergarten teacher Connie Painter said her lesson didn't come from a textbook.

Aubrey Deno inspires community

Sun, 05 May 2013 22:48:19 GMT

A Newton County family is paying it forward to help children who are battling cancer.

ImPACT testing helps young athletes

Elisabeth Rentschler — Fri, 03 May 2013 22:50:20 GMT

It was nearly one year ago that 13-year-old Schuyler Cutchin experienced her second concussion while playing soccer. Yet, the memory is something she said is still fresh in her mind.

Free clinics offered to check car seats

Liz Nichols — Fri, 03 May 2013 09:30:00 GMT

The Kathryn Weil Center for Education is offering two free car seat clinics in May.

Camp gives grieving kids comfort

Thu, 02 May 2013 15:44:49 GMT

It’s hard enough to lose someone important to you. This week we talked to an expert about a camp that’s helping kids deal with the loss of a loved one.

Applications being accepted for RADKids

Liz Nichols — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 09:29:50 GMT

The West Lafayette Police Department (WLPD) will once again host a RADKids camp this summer.

Tournament raises donations for girl

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 03:48:24 GMT

Despite the rainy weather, about 50 people showed up for a softball tournament to raise donations for a special young girl.

Hundreds attend March for Babies

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 23:28:01 GMT

More than 650 people came out to the Tippecanoe County Fairgrounds Saturday morning for the annual March for Babies.

'Just' art subject used for good causes

Dan Klein — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 03:45:11 GMT

More than 50 artists took up a just subject for a good cause.

5 top teachers receive Golden Apples

Dan Klein — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 03:43:47 GMT

A handful of the area's top educators were honored Thursday at the 26th annual Golden Apple Awards.

No Ordinary Desk Job: Part 1

Dan Klein — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 03:42:34 GMT

For most, a desk job means the same humdrum and boring work every day. But there are a few whose employment requires them to do something that few others could, all in an effort to keep kids safe.

Clay bowls raise funds for YWCA

Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:09:27 GMT

Pottery bowls helped the YWCA of Greater Lafayette raise funds for their domestic intervention and prevention programs.

Prom and violent teen relationships

Krista Henery — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:46:22 GMT

Prom season is here for many area teens. Whether it means picking out the perfect dress or asking that 'special someone' to the dance, that special night typically writes positive life-time memories for teens.

Right time to start baby on solids?

Wed, 24 Apr 2013 16:00:52 GMT

A recent study published by the Centers for Disease Control shows 40 percent of parents are feeding their babies solid foods before four months of age.

Pizza party for PSA winners

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 21:44:58 GMT

Students at McCutcheon are treated to a pizza party after winning the WLFI Anti-Bullying PSA contest.

Kids learn realities of homelessness

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:12:07 GMT

Twenty-three children slept in cardboard boxes last night to raise money for those who find themselves homeless in the area.