Teachers, principals push back on NYC school reopening plan
A group of school Principals in New York City say their schools simply aren't ready to reopen on September 10.
NJ allows all-remote start for schools
In a reversal of plans, NJ Gov. Phil Murphy announced Wednesday that school districts can start the academic year in an all-remote learning environment.
Veterans organize summer camp for teens in Queens
A group of local veterans are running a special summer camp for underprivileged teens in their community in Queens.
NJ schools may go fully remote if they wish
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has cleared the way for all schools in the Garden State to start with 100 percent remote learning should they choose.
Gov. Cuomo: Many school districts still need to submit full plan
The governor says about 1 in 7 New York school districts still haven't submitted a plan to the state for the opening of the new school year, now just weeks away.
Summer camp for children with cancer goes virtual
The pandemic has forced the Sunrise Day Camp Long Island to go virtual.
'You're going to jail': 2018 video shows Key West police arrest 8-year-old boy
Newly-released body camera video from the Key West Police Department shows an 8-year-old boy being taken into custody after allegedly punching a teacher in the chest. The boy's family has since announced they will seek legal action.
West Point cadets train amid live-fire drills and a pandemic
The United States Military Academy has trained the future leaders of this nation's standing army from the school's campus on the Hudson River since 1802.
School district says no pajamas for online classes
The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.
No keg parties, no road trips: Colleges set coronavirus rules
As they struggle to salvage some semblance of a campus experience this fall, U.S. colleges are requiring promises from students to help contain the coronavirus — no keg parties, no long road trips and no outside guests on campus.
Cuomo says all schools in New York can reopen
Gov. Andrew Cuomo said Friday that he would allow children statewide to return to classrooms for the start of the new school year, citing the state’s success in battling the coronavirus pandemic.
Liberty University's Jerry Falwell Jr. taking leave of absence
Liberty University issued a one-sentence statement Friday announcing the decision.
NY teachers react to Cuomo
Some teachers told FOX 5 NY that they're concerned that when schools reopen, safety will be thrown by the wayside. Every district around the state has implemented some form of remote learning. Although research shows children do best in a classroom environment, one teacher said perhaps virtual learning is a better option under these circumstances. Reported by Teresa Priolo
Group photo of Georgia 3rd grade class without masks sparks controversy
A group picture of a 3rd grade class at Liberty Elementary School in the Cherokee County School District is getting criticism from some parents.
Undocumented families face immense challenges as virtual school year looms
There unforeseen challenges for those who don’t have the proper paperwork to live in this country and for those whose socioeconomic levels are at the bottom rung.
Debate over distance learning at NYC schools
Parents are debating the pros and cons of remote vs. hybrid learning in NYC schools. Lori Stokes spoke to Kimberly Watkins, the president of Community Education Council 3 in Manhattan, and Dennis Morgan, the second VP of CEC3.
Concerns over reopening schools
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo said that no school will reopen unless the COVID infection rate in its region is considered low. He also said he is waiting for New York City to deliver a more comprehensive plan.
Carnegie Mellon teams up with Facebook, Google for COVID-19 survey
The university’s goal is to collect information that could help researchers in forecasting the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Jay-Z teaming with Long Island University for new school
Jay-Z’s Roc Nation entertainment company is partnering with Brooklyn’s Long Island University to launch the Roc Nation School of Music, Sports & Entertainment.
Is it safe to reopen schools during the pandemic?
It depends on how widespread COVID-19 infections are in the community and the safety measures the school takes.