NYC DOE has yet to release school bus plan
As parents prepare to send their children back to school, how they plan to get them there remains an issue for many.
As parents prepare to send their children back to school, how they plan to get them there remains an issue for many.
Outdoor learning safety concerns in the Bronx
A group of principals in the Bronx say that it?s unsafe for their schools to conduct classes outside because the neighborhoods around the buildings are riddled with drugs and violence. In a letter to Mayor De Blasio, educators are asking the city to reconsider a fully-remote approach.
A group of principals in the Bronx say that it?s unsafe for their schools to conduct classes outside because the neighborhoods around the buildings are riddled with drugs and violence. In a letter to Mayor De Blasio, educators are asking the city to reconsider a fully-remote approach.
Cuomo: Colleges in New York must go remote when cases surge
With coronavirus cases cropping up at colleges nationwide, New York will require schools to switch to remote learning for two weeks when cases surge, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Thursday.
With coronavirus cases cropping up at colleges nationwide, New York will require schools to switch to remote learning for two weeks when cases surge, Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Thursday.
Fifth grade San Leandro classroom shown porn during Zoom session
San Leandro School District confirmed the account of the incident.
San Leandro School District confirmed the account of the incident.
Computer science student gunned down while in prayer circle at friend's graduation
Investigators say Zavier Patton was in a prayer circle with other young people when he was shot.
Investigators say Zavier Patton was in a prayer circle with other young people when he was shot.
New York City teachers threaten to strike over coronavirus concerns
The union for New York City teachers continues to threaten to strike if the city's education department does not agree to certain safety measures.
The union for New York City teachers continues to threaten to strike if the city's education department does not agree to certain safety measures.
Jerry Falwell Jr. confirms he's resigned from Liberty University
Falwell confirmed his departure on Tuesday, a day after the school said he had submitted, then rescinded his resignation.
Falwell confirmed his departure on Tuesday, a day after the school said he had submitted, then rescinded his resignation.
Optimize your home space for remote learning
The remote school year is underway and if you’re still trying to figure out how to create the perfect space for your child’s distance learning, we have you covered.
The remote school year is underway and if you’re still trying to figure out how to create the perfect space for your child’s distance learning, we have you covered.
Dozens of USC students test positive for COVID-19
USC health officials reported an "alarming" spike of 43 coronavirus cases confirmed in off-campus housing facilities, along with 100 students in quarantine due to possible exposure to COVID-19.
USC health officials reported an "alarming" spike of 43 coronavirus cases confirmed in off-campus housing facilities, along with 100 students in quarantine due to possible exposure to COVID-19.
Utah teachers, students who defy mask mandate could be charged with misdemeanor
Utah officials say school staff and students can be charged with a misdemeanor if they do not wear a mask.
Utah officials say school staff and students can be charged with a misdemeanor if they do not wear a mask.
NYU student group demands Black-only campus housing
New York University officials signaled they are open to a student group's demands to create Black residence floors on campus next year, but the petition is already receiving backlash for proposing students segregate themselves.
New York University officials signaled they are open to a student group's demands to create Black residence floors on campus next year, but the petition is already receiving backlash for proposing students segregate themselves.
Liberty University official says Jerry Falwell Jr. resigning, but Falwell says he's not
A senior Liberty University official says Jerry Falwell Jr. has resigned from his leadership post at the evangelical Virginia college.
A senior Liberty University official says Jerry Falwell Jr. has resigned from his leadership post at the evangelical Virginia college.
Mayor encourages schools to hold outdoor learning sessions
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a plan to encourage outdoor instruction when schools start next month.
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a plan to encourage outdoor instruction when schools start next month.
Gov. Murphy: Most schools in New Jersey planning hybrid start
Most of the state's school districts are planning a hybrid start to the academic year, the governor says.
Most of the state's school districts are planning a hybrid start to the academic year, the governor says.
Among approaches to remote learning this fall, hiring private teachers
For parents choosing to stay exclusively online their approach of how best to do it varies greatly.
For parents choosing to stay exclusively online their approach of how best to do it varies greatly.
Tennessee mom says parents asked to sign 'ridiculous' waiver they will not eavesdrop on kids' online lessons
A Tennessee school district is under fire for asking parents to sign a form agreeing not to eavesdrop on kids' virtual classes over concerns they could overhear confidential information.
A Tennessee school district is under fire for asking parents to sign a form agreeing not to eavesdrop on kids' virtual classes over concerns they could overhear confidential information.
Teachers turn COVID-19 desk shields into Jeeps: 'Playful, not imprisoned'
"They are really kind of utilizing the concept of a vehicle for safety rules," the teacher said. "No one else can be inside your car, keep hands inside the vehicle, keep your mask on when you get out of your car. It's a way to make them feel playful rather than imprisoned."
"They are really kind of utilizing the concept of a vehicle for safety rules," the teacher said. "No one else can be inside your car, keep hands inside the vehicle, keep your mask on when you get out of your car. It's a way to make them feel playful rather than imprisoned."
Instagram deletes account advertising ASU COVID-19 parties
Instagram has removed an account that claimed to throw COVID parties at Arizona State University.
Instagram has removed an account that claimed to throw COVID parties at Arizona State University.
As more colleges stay online, students demand tuition cuts
In petitions started at dozens of universities, students arguing for reduced tuition say online classes fail to deliver the same experience they get on campus. Video lectures are stilted and awkward, they say, and there's little personal connection with professors or classmates.
In petitions started at dozens of universities, students arguing for reduced tuition say online classes fail to deliver the same experience they get on campus. Video lectures are stilted and awkward, they say, and there's little personal connection with professors or classmates.
CDC releases new guidance on reopening school buildings
As more districts in the tri-state area announce they will go 100 percent remote, New York City is still pushing ahead with its blended learning model, this as the CDC dropped new guidelines for schools to reopen.
As more districts in the tri-state area announce they will go 100 percent remote, New York City is still pushing ahead with its blended learning model, this as the CDC dropped new guidelines for schools to reopen.