Queen Creek teachers resigning after district votes to head back to school Aug. 17
The district board for Queen Creek voted 4-1 to allow in-person classes to begin Aug. 17 despite concerns over the COVID-19 spread.
Chicago students push to remove officers from Lincoln Park High School
The local school council at Lincoln Park High School will vote Thursday on whether or not Chicago police will remain in their school or be removed.
Fisher-Price launches work-from-home toy set for preschoolers that features headset and wooden smartphone
The new “My Home Office Set” includes a smartphone, a headset for calls and a coffee cup.
Back-to-school tips and preparation during a pandemic
Sara Fisher, founder of 2 Moms Media, dishes out some back-to-school tips for the fall.
Charity launches teacher appreciation contest to support educators during COVID-19
Matthew Kurtzman, CEO of Back 2 School Illinois, talks about what they're doing to show support for teachers during the difficult times of COVID-19
Tips for keeping your kids motivated and focused during remote learning
Dr. Taz Bhatia dishes out some tips for keeping your children's attentive and alert during this difficult time of remote learning.
Cradles to Crayons provides crucial supplies to underserved children in the Chicago area
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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.
Illinois 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.
Chicago cops trying to raise $50k for shooting victim's education
Two Chicago Police detectives are going above and beyond for a shooting victim. They have also launched a GoFundMe to help pay for his private school education.
Suburban school district includes students of color in groups with first chance at in-person learning: report
A suburban Chicago school district has said students of color will get the first chance to return for in-person learning when schools reopen, citing "a pandemic" of "inequity and racism, and classism" that preceded COVID-19.
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.
Doctor issues warning as Illinois coronavirus numbers continue to climb
Thursday’s coronavirus numbers were the highest since May 24 and one Chicago doctor is hinting it could be unlikely kids go back to school this fall.
Loyola suspends on-campus housing due to COVID-19
Loyola University announced that the institution will not be hosting students in on-campus residence halls due to COVID-19 until "conditions are favorable."
Archdiocese to reopen classrooms to students this fall
Justin Lombardo, chief human resource officer with the Archdiocese of Chicago, talks about the decision to reopen classrooms to students this fall.
Krispy Kreme offering free coffee, doughnuts for teachers next week
Good teachers make learning sweet, inspiring Krispy Kreme to treat educators with free food next week.
CPS teacher talks about why remote learning will be much more efficient this fall
CPS teacher David Steiber reacts to the city's decisions to begin the school year with full-time remote learning.
Smaller Chicago-area schools return to in-person learning
Andy DeWitt, principal of Trinity Lutheran School in Burr Ridge, talks about the return to classrooms with added safety precautions for students.
CTU celebrates remote learning plan, calls for training
Setting standards, training teachers on virtual methods and equipping lower income CPS families with technology and internet access are all major challenges over the coming weeks.
Facebook removes video of Trump saying children are ‘virtually immune’ to coronavirus, Twitter follows suit
Facebook removed a video posted by President Donald Trump for promoting false and misleading information about the coronavirus pandemic, the company said Wednesday.