Scripps National Spelling Bee canceled for first time since 1945
This year's Scripps National Spelling Bee has been canceled after organizers concluded there is “no clear path to safely set a new date in 2020” because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Michelle Obama to read children's books on PBS amid coronavirus outbreak
Former first lady Michelle Obama announced Friday she’s partnering with PBS for the next month for a virtual storytime each Monday during the coronavirus outbreak.
Classes on TV in New Jersey drawing students
Using his cat’s blanket as green screen, history teacher Bill Smith recorded himself teaching a lesson on New Jersey’s underground railroad, taking student viewers on a tour of sites including a river where slave hunters would try to reenslave people attempting crossings.
Coronavirus throws college admissions into chaos for students
With high school seniors across the nation ready to decide where to go to college, the coronavirus pandemic has thrown everything into chaos with National College Decision Day beginning on May 1. FOX 5 NY speaks with one student about how she is approaching choosing a college.
NJ schools closed until at least May 15
Gov. Phil Murphy says New Jersey's schools will be closed because of the COVID-19 outbreak at least until May 15.
NYC Summer Youth Employment Programs cut due to coronavirus
The coronavirus pandemic has forced New York City to cut its Summer Youth Employment Program, which allows students to get on-the-job training along with a salary during the summer. The decision has drawn criticism from some quarters, however.
Twitter users ask Barack Obama to give national virtual commencement speech to Class of 2020
The request started getting viral traction on Wednesday, April 15.
Murphy: Decision on NJ schools likely on Thursday
New Jersey's more than 600 school districts are currently closed, with educators teaching remotely, because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus has killed 50 NYC teachers, DOE workers
More than four dozen employees of New York City schools have died of coronavirus-related causes.
Will NYC's schools stay closed?
The question of whether New York City's schools will remain closed still hangs in the air as Governor Andrew Cuomo and Mayor Bill de Blasio continue to discuss the future of the city's students and teachers.
Are schools open? Governor, NYC mayor give different answers
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio has announced that the public school system will remain shut down for the remainder of the school year.
Cuomo on De Blasio announcement on NYC schools
New York Governor Andrew Cuomo addresses New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio's announcement that New York City Schools would remain closed for the remainder of the school year.
Parents struggling with the rigors of homeschooling
Parents across the country have suddenly become confronted with the reality of homeschooling and digital learning seemingly overnight, and for some (or many), it?s proving?. challenging. FOX 5 NY takes a look at how some parents are coping with humor.
LIST: These states have closed all schools due to coronavirus
Several states have closed all schools in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19.
NJ offers educational enrichment on TV
NJTV is airing enrichment lessons for students in grades 3-6 weekdays from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
NYC DoE bans use of Zoom video conference software over cybersecurity issues
The New York City Department of Education is banning the use of the video conference software Zoom over the sudden rise of "Zoombombing", the practice of participants unexpectedly appearing in conferences and sending pornography or other offensive material to other attendees.
NYC Schools Chancellor: Remote learning will continue through Spring Recess
According to an statement by the New York City Department of Education, remote learning will continue for students and teachers through Spring Recess, which was originally scheduled for April 9 through April 17.
New York City to give out free meals to anyone, no questions asked
Starting Friday, all New York City residents can get free meals at any of the locations that are handing out food for students.
Cuomo warns of school aid cuts in budget deal amid outbreak
New York lawmakers were preparing Wednesday to work late into the night to pass a budget that is expected to slash school aid as the coronavirus outbreak roils the state's economy.
Medical students graduating early to battle coronavirus
Medical students from across Long Island are deciding to graduate early in order to get out onto the front lines of battling the coronavirus pandemic.