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In Reversal, Trump Says Schools In Coronavirus Hot Spots Should Delay Reopening
The president linked billions of dollars in federal aid to school districts that reopen fully, but acknowledged that in some coronavirus hot spots, the start of the school year may need to be delayed.
U.S. Education Secretary Visits Columbus Area For Event But Local Leaders Say They Were Not Invited
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — U.S. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos came to a Columbus suburb to talk about school choice. And some local elected officials are miffed that they weren’t… Read More
Ohio Teachers Call For Federal Bailout To Help Schools Reopen Safely
Ohio teachers and union leaders called on the U.S. Senate to pass a COVID-19 relief bill immediately on Monday afternoon.As the U.S. Senate debates what to include in the “HEROES”… Read More
Gun Control Group Opposes Bill That Cuts Training Requirements For Armed Teachers
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — A bill that would give Ohio’s local school boards the power to allow employees to carry guns in school buildings gets its first Senate hearing… Read More
Many Ohio Teachers Are Apprehensive About Going Back To School
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — As school districts unveil their plans for resuming school this fall, some teachers are anxious about returning to their classrooms. Hilliard City Schools teacher Sherise… Read More
W.Va. Governor Sets September Reopening Date For Schools
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice says officials are working on plans to reopen schools across the state in early September as coronavirus cases rise to record highs…. Read More
Trump Pledges To ‘Pressure’ Governors To Reopen Schools Despite Health Concerns
The administration acknowledges the risk of students spreading the contagion to vulnerable populations but emphasizes that school closures disrupt “critical services to children and their families.”
How Schools Can Help Students Experiencing Racial Trauma
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — With protests shining a light on deeply rooted racial inequities, school leaders are being asked to be on the lookout for racial trauma when students… Read More
DeWine ‘Fully Intends’ For Schools To Reopen In Fall
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine says the state fully intends for schools to reopen in the fall. The governor said Tuesday the goal is to have kids… Read More
Ohio Supreme Court Upholds State School Takeover Law
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The Ohio Supreme Court has let stand the law that allows the state to take over failing school districts, starting with the Youngstown City… Read More
Federal Rules Give More Protection to Students Accused of Sexual Assault
Education Secretary Betsy DeVos announced what she called historic changes Wednesday to Obama-era guidelines that she said will make the process fairer.
WATCH: The Challenge of Distance Learning for Parents of Children with Special Needs
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NewsHour) — Roughly 14 percent of students enrolled in U.S. public schools receive special education services. As families across the nation grapple with home learning, what are the… Read More
Feedback from Businesses Led DeWine to Reverse Ohio’s Mask Rule
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCPN) — Ohio officials said on Wednesday that they reversed course on a requirement for all customers to wear masks before entering stores when they begin to reopen in May based… Read More
Secretary DeVos Forgoes Waiving Disability Law Amid School Closures
Special education advocates are relieved that the federal law that guarantees a free public education to students with disabilities will remain.
WATCH: School Closures Leave Homeless Students Even More Vulnerable
There are more than 1.5 million homeless public school students in the United States. But with many of those young people relying on school for safety, stability and food, the… Read More
W.Va. School Will Remain Closed for Rest of Year, Due to Coronavirus
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WVPB) — After holding out for weeks on making a decision, Gov. Jim Justice said today that schools will be closed for the rest of the year. The… Read More
Ohio K-12 Students to Continue Learning Remotely for the Rest of the Year
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WKSU) — Ohio schools will continue teaching students remotely for the rest of the school year. Gov. Mike DeWine announced the decision Monday, two weeks before his school… Read More
To Stay in Touch With Students, Teachers Bypass Computers, Pick Up Phones
School districts are going to great lengths to keep students and families engaged and connected. But when it’s not possible to get all online, they’re turning back to an earlier device: the telephone.
4 In 10 U.S. Teens Say They Haven’t Done Online Learning Since Schools Closed
A new national survey also suggests most teens are following coronavirus news closely — and they’re worried.
9 Out Of 10 Children Are Out Of School Worldwide. What Now?
Recovery will take years, and other lessons from “education in emergencies” around the world.
DeWine Extends Order to Close Ohio Schools Through May 1
Gov. Mike DeWine has extended his order to close all Ohio K-12 schools from April 3 through May 1. And he’s hinting that another extension is possible. DeWine said he extended the… Read More
Trimble Local Schools Provides Broadband Hotspots for Families Without Internet Access
GLOUSTER, Ohio (WOUB) — The Trimble Local School District is providing internet access to students who do not have an internet connection at their home. John Hurd, superintendent at Trimble… Read More
Athens City Schools Adjusts Remote Instruction Tech Delivery Plan
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — The Athens City School District announced it has adjusted the delivery plan for students to receive the necessary technology for remote learning while schools are closed due… Read More
3-week School Closure Begins; Election Day Prep Underway
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – Ohio is making final preparations for the Tuesday primary as the coronavirus pandemic spreads. Secretary of State Frank LaRose has ordered curbside absentee ballot drop-off stations… Read More
Coronavirus School Closures Send Teachers, Parents Scrambling To Adjust
School systems across the Ohio Valley are responding to the coronavirus pandemic by canceling face-to-face classes and extending spring breaks. That’s left teachers, administrators and parents scrambling to meet the… Read More
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