Protests at Whitney Young, UIC focus on relationship between students and police
Two protests Saturday focused on the relationship between schools, students and armed police officers. One was held at the University of Illinois-Chicago. The other was held at Whitney Young Magnet High School. There, speakers talked about the inequalities they've experienced at CPS.
Two protests Saturday focused on the relationship between schools, students and armed police officers. One was held at the University of Illinois-Chicago. The other was held at Whitney Young Magnet High School. There, speakers talked about the inequalities they've experienced at CPS.
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."
More than 300,000 student laptops won't arrive in time for school year
In Abilene (Texas), school official say they ordered 6,000 laptops in May -- but have been told they won't arrive until November. In Alabama, 20 school districts are still waiting on 33,000 laptops. Across the country, the story is the same -- and until those computers arrive, "online school" won't happen.
In Abilene (Texas), school official say they ordered 6,000 laptops in May -- but have been told they won't arrive until November. In Alabama, 20 school districts are still waiting on 33,000 laptops. Across the country, the story is the same -- and until those computers arrive, "online school" won't happen.
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.
U of Alabama bans student events, off-campus parties, fraternity parties
The University of Alabama has banned off-campus parties, frat parties and basically any other kind of event except for classes after huge crowds of students gathered at bars. Students are being arrested by Tuscaloosa police for mask violations.
The University of Alabama has banned off-campus parties, frat parties and basically any other kind of event except for classes after huge crowds of students gathered at bars. Students are being arrested by Tuscaloosa police for mask violations.
Notre Dame reports another 24 cases of coronavirus for total of 372 confirmed cases
Notre Dame University reported another 24 cases of coronavirus on Saturday, for a total of 372 cases.
Notre Dame University reported another 24 cases of coronavirus on Saturday, for a total of 372 cases.
Demonstrators demand colleges cut ties with CPD
Demonstrators took to the streets near Loyola University Friday demanding the school cut ties with the CPD.
Demonstrators took to the streets near Loyola University Friday demanding the school cut ties with the CPD.
Georgia teachers' back-to-school rap becomes viral hit
A pair of high school teachers in Georgia have become online sensations after they starred in a back-to-school rap video.
A pair of high school teachers in Georgia have become online sensations after they starred in a back-to-school rap video.
Video shows large group of Baylor students gathering amid social distancing restrictions
Video of the gathering shows a large group of people socializing.
Video of the gathering shows a large group of people socializing.
How to be properly prepared for navigating the 2020 school year
Carly Dorogi breaks down some helpful tools to safely and efficiently navigate the upcoming school year.
Carly Dorogi breaks down some helpful tools to safely and efficiently navigate the upcoming school year.
Illinois student moons Zoom class, uses racial slur as learning goes remote
On Tuesday, several e-learning classes at both Hinsdale Central and Hinsdale South high schools were interrupted by an image of a student mooning the camera and using an ugly racial slur.
On Tuesday, several e-learning classes at both Hinsdale Central and Hinsdale South high schools were interrupted by an image of a student mooning the camera and using an ugly racial slur.
Tips for teachers transitioning into virtual learning this fall
Nicole Dreiske, founder of International Children?s Media Center, dishes out some helpful tips for educators looking to enhance their remote teaching during the pandemic.
Nicole Dreiske, founder of International Children?s Media Center, dishes out some helpful tips for educators looking to enhance their remote teaching during the pandemic.
Students of color less likely to say they feel safer with police in schools, research shows
Amy Meek, senior counsel for the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, elaborates on research that shows police encounters place disproportionate amounts of stress and anxiety on Black and brown students.
Amy Meek, senior counsel for the Chicago Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights, elaborates on research that shows police encounters place disproportionate amounts of stress and anxiety on Black and brown students.
UConn students party during coronavirus pandemic, get kicked out of dorms
Several University of Connecticut students were kicked out of their dorm rooms this week after videos on social media showed them at a crowded party with no masks and even less social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Several University of Connecticut students were kicked out of their dorm rooms this week after videos on social media showed them at a crowded party with no masks and even less social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Lightfoot, CPS announce changes to having officers in schools
As Chicago Public Schools decide whether to keep police in their buildings, Mayor Lori Lightfoot is making changes to the city's School Resource Officer program.
As Chicago Public Schools decide whether to keep police in their buildings, Mayor Lori Lightfoot is making changes to the city's School Resource Officer program.
Pritzker touts U of I saliva test as possible ‘game changer’
Gov. J.B. Pritzker touted a University of Illinois saliva test on Wednesday as a potential “game changer” in the fight against COVID-19.
Gov. J.B. Pritzker touted a University of Illinois saliva test on Wednesday as a potential “game changer” in the fight against COVID-19.
Chicago schools issue 'final reopening framework' on operations for the year
Chicago Public Schools on Tuesday released a “final reopening framework” that gives specifics on how much time each grade will spend daily learning remotely as the coronavirus pandemic continues.
Chicago Public Schools on Tuesday released a “final reopening framework” that gives specifics on how much time each grade will spend daily learning remotely as the coronavirus pandemic continues.
Lincoln-Way District 210 votes to begin school year online
6,923 high school students in the district will begin classes August 31st online.
6,923 high school students in the district will begin classes August 31st online.
Notre Dame cancels classes for 2 weeks after COVID spike
Notre Dame University on Tuesday canceled in-person undergraduate classes for two weeks after a spike of coronavirus cases that occurred since the semester began Aug. 10.
Notre Dame University on Tuesday canceled in-person undergraduate classes for two weeks after a spike of coronavirus cases that occurred since the semester began Aug. 10.
Virtual learning poses struggle for students with autism
Arianna Esposito with Autism Speaks talks about the difficulties students with autism are facing amid the push for remote learning.
Arianna Esposito with Autism Speaks talks about the difficulties students with autism are facing amid the push for remote learning.