CPS students will start school year at home with remote learning: report
Chicago Public Schools students will begin the new school year next month at home with full-time remote learning, according to a report.
Chicago Public Schools students will begin the new school year next month at home with full-time remote learning, according to a report.
'Above the Waves' app helps high school students address mental health
Ryan Hesslau, founder and CEO of 'Above the Waves,' talks about how his app is helping students confront mental health issues.
Ryan Hesslau, founder and CEO of 'Above the Waves,' talks about how his app is helping students confront mental health issues.
University of Illinois unveils coronavirus plan for fall semester
University of Illinois Chancellor Robert Jones talks about their plan for students and faculty this fall as the nation grapples with COVID-19.
University of Illinois Chancellor Robert Jones talks about their plan for students and faculty this fall as the nation grapples with COVID-19.
Chicago teachers adamantly against in-person learning: 'I do not want to be the sacrificial lamb'
Chicago Public School families are supposed to decide by Friday if they will send their kids to class next month. But teachers say it is not safe.
Chicago Public School families are supposed to decide by Friday if they will send their kids to class next month. But teachers say it is not safe.
260 Gwinnett County school employees not working due to positive COVID-19 tests, exposure
Around 260 Gwinnett County Public Schools employees have either tested positive for COVID-19 or are quarantining due to exposure, officials say.
Around 260 Gwinnett County Public Schools employees have either tested positive for COVID-19 or are quarantining due to exposure, officials say.
How to keep kids safe virtually during remote learning
Rich Wistocki, president of Be Sure Consulting Inc, talks about online safety precautions to take for your children as remote learning takes centerstage.
Rich Wistocki, president of Be Sure Consulting Inc, talks about online safety precautions to take for your children as remote learning takes centerstage.
As Trump insists schools reopen, son's school remains closed
President Donald Trump insists that schools reopen so students can go back to their classrooms, but the Maryland private school where his son Barron is enrolled is among those under county orders to stay closed.
President Donald Trump insists that schools reopen so students can go back to their classrooms, but the Maryland private school where his son Barron is enrolled is among those under county orders to stay closed.
Many teachers say they need more training to teach school online
WILL IT WORK? A poll of 1,500 teachers said 79% wanted more professional development or training on how to teach online before the start of the school year. Many teachers say they are concerned they don't have the right tools or training to be effective.
WILL IT WORK? A poll of 1,500 teachers said 79% wanted more professional development or training on how to teach online before the start of the school year. Many teachers say they are concerned they don't have the right tools or training to be effective.
Illinois State University to change floor names at dormitory
Illinois State University said it will rename floors in a residence hall that are named for U.S. secretaries of state who had slaves.
Illinois State University said it will rename floors in a residence hall that are named for U.S. secretaries of state who had slaves.
Natural Light is offering a mobile-dorm for 1 college student to enjoy ‘freedoms of college’ from home
Natural Light is giving one college student a mobile dorm unit with a flat-screen TV, gaming system, WiFi and, of course, a semester’s worth of Natty Light beer.
Natural Light is giving one college student a mobile dorm unit with a flat-screen TV, gaming system, WiFi and, of course, a semester’s worth of Natty Light beer.
Indiana student, staff member test positive for coronavirus on first day of school
Just days after public schools in Indiana reopened their doors for the first time since March, at least one junior high student and one school staff member have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Just days after public schools in Indiana reopened their doors for the first time since March, at least one junior high student and one school staff member have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Parents consider alternative schooling methods ahead of fall semester
Jessica Downes Stuebner, founder of The Pupil Pod, talks about her startup that offers an alternative home schooling method.
Jessica Downes Stuebner, founder of The Pupil Pod, talks about her startup that offers an alternative home schooling method.
Illinois teachers unions say strike is on the table without adequate COVID-19 protections
Dan Montgomery, president of the Illinois Federation of Teachers, talks about why many educators fear for their health and safety if forced to return to in-person teaching this fall.
Dan Montgomery, president of the Illinois Federation of Teachers, talks about why many educators fear for their health and safety if forced to return to in-person teaching this fall.
CPS hybrid plan brings students into school twice a week
The hybrid plan brings students into school twice a week in designated groups, with the remainder of the week being spent remote.
The hybrid plan brings students into school twice a week in designated groups, with the remainder of the week being spent remote.
Changes to fall high school sports affecting coaches and student-athletes alike
Brian and Natalie Papa talk about the impact of the state's COVID-19 restrictions on high school sports this fall.
Brian and Natalie Papa talk about the impact of the state's COVID-19 restrictions on high school sports this fall.
Illinois parents considering home schooling in wake of COVID-19
Rachel Coleman from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education talks about the movement by many parents to home-school their children in wake of COVID-19.
Rachel Coleman from the Coalition for Responsible Home Education talks about the movement by many parents to home-school their children in wake of COVID-19.
Some Illinois professors disagree with school reopening plans
Illinois’ college and university professors are pushing back against their school’s proposals for reopening schools amid the pandemic, prompting officials to adopt new norms to accommodate faculty recommendations.
Illinois’ college and university professors are pushing back against their school’s proposals for reopening schools amid the pandemic, prompting officials to adopt new norms to accommodate faculty recommendations.
National teacher union supports striking if it’s unsafe to return to school
One of nation’s largest teachers unions is authorizing its members to strike if their schools plan to reopen without proper safety measures.
One of nation’s largest teachers unions is authorizing its members to strike if their schools plan to reopen without proper safety measures.
Homeschooling gaining traction as uncertainty builds for fall reopening
Sarah Klein talks about the difficult decision on whether to homeschool her child in the fall.
Sarah Klein talks about the difficult decision on whether to homeschool her child in the fall.
Dealing with back-to-school anxiety in light of coronavirus
Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a nueropsychologist, talks about the best ways to address anxiety and uncertainty as some children will be returning to schools in the fall.
Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a nueropsychologist, talks about the best ways to address anxiety and uncertainty as some children will be returning to schools in the fall.