During their confirmation processes, dozens of his appointees refused to state publicly that they would uphold Brown v. Board of Education. I’m committed to appointing a diverse slate of judges, together with those that have a background in civil rights. And while it is stunning to wish to make this […]
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Tax perks await donors of gadgets, computers to public schools for new normal in learning
MANILA, Philippines—With blended learning and online classes in full swing, donors of computers and other gadgets to public schools will be rewarded with tax deductions under the Bayanihan to Recover as One Act, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) said on Thursday (Oct. 8). Revenue Regulations (RR) No. 26-2020, signed […]
how schools are meeting the need during remote learning
The two bright-eyed second graders huddled together looking at a laptop during music class in their makeshift remote classroom at the Boys and Girls Club in Paulsboro. © JESSICA GRIFFIN/The Philadelphia Inquirer/TNS Josciah engaged in a Zoom session with his music class at the Paulsboro Boys & Girls Club in […]
Wi-Fi buses gave students internet access, but schools now need their buses back
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Need to stay updated on coronavirus news in Texas? Our evening roundup will help you stay on top of the day’s latest updates. Sign up here. The sight became familiar across Texas after the coronavirus pandemic abruptly closed schools last spring — empty school buses rigged with Wi-Fi routers sat […]
As More Schools Move to Hybrid or Virtual Learning, Construct Working with Canvas to Improve Online Learning Experiences for Students and Teachers
With growing emphasis on virtual learning, online program enablement is more important than ever SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 7, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — As more schools respond to COVID-19 exposure with hybrid or virtual learning this fall, educational technology providers focus on delivering interactive online learning that engages students. That is why […]
Career, technology students return to school building for in-person classes | Schools
CENTREVILLE — After getting to know their teachers online for classes for two-weeks, the Queen Anne’s County High School Career/Technology Education students entered the high school building for their first day of face-to-face “hands-on, practical instruction” on Wednesday, Sept. 16. In all, 196 CTE students participated, entering the front door […]
Seattle Public Schools still doesn’t know for sure how many students have sufficient internet for school
Since COVID-19 first shut down in-person learning, Seattle Public Schools (SPS) has distributed devices and internet for thousands of students. But for months, district officials haven’t be able to answer these questions with certainty: How many kids actually need the technology? And does it work well enough to meet remote […]
COVID-19, online schools mean kids are skipping start of school
CLOSE As many schools start to opt for online learning, here are tips to minimize distractions at home. USA TODAY Before life went sideways in March, Jennifer Ludtke and her daughters were deeply rooted in the public schools in Las Vegas. Ludtke was a principal of a charter high school and […]
K-12 schools scramble for tech equipment this fall
Tens of millions of students across the U.S. risk falling farther behind this fall as schools struggle to secure the technology needed to effectively teach online. The state of play: Many schools across the country ordered child-friendly technology like Lenovo Chromebooks in the spring to continue classes virtually in the […]
Provide gadgets, internet to poor students: HC to schools
New Delhi: The Delhi high court on Friday directed private as well as government schools to provide gadgets and an internet package to poor students for online classes, saying the absence of such facilities prevent children from pursuing elementary education. A bench of Justices Manmohan and Sanjeev Narula said private […]
Manila to buy 27,000 more computer tablets for students enrolled in public schools
The local government of Manila will buy 27,200 more tablet computers to ensure that all the city’s public school students will have gadgets to use for the upcoming blended learning system. Manila Mayor Francisco “Isko Moreno” Domagoso (Manila City Public Information Office / MANILA BULLETIN FILE PHOTO) In his Facebook […]
Provide gadgets, Internet pack to poor students for online classes: HC to schools
The court said the committee shall also frame standard operating procedures. The Delhi High Court Friday directed private as well as government schools to provide gadgets and an Internet package to poor students for online classes, saying the absence of such facilities prevent children from pursuing elementary education. A bench […]
How schools are creating internet hotspots for students in the era of remote learning
After providing Wi-Fi buses for students at the end of last school year, many school districts are finding new ways to keep kids connected. (Photo: Getty Creative stock photo) With this unprecedented school year just beginning, many districts across the country have had to figure out ways to ensure their […]
Provide Gadgets, Internet Pack To Poor Students For Online Classes: High Court To Schools
Not providing gadgets, internet to poor students for online classes is digital apartheid, the court said New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has directed private as well as government schools like Kendriya Vidyalayas or KVs to provide gadgets and an internet package to poor students for online classes, saying not […]
Delhi HC to Private, Govt Schools
© Surabhi Shaurya | India.com News Desk New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has directed private unaided and government schools like Kendriya Vidyalayas to supply gadget/equipment of optimum configuration as well as internet package so that EWS/DG (economically weaker sections/disadvantaged groups) students have access to online learning. The court clarified […]
Texas Launches Website Showing COVID-19 Cases At Public Schools
AUSTIN, TX — State officials on Thursdy unveiled a website Thursday that shows the numbers of cases of the coronavirus reported at Texas public schools. The initiative is a collaboration between the Texas Education AGency and Texas Department of State Health Services on the latter agency’s website. The reported count […]
Hamden schools lost internet for nearly a full day on second day of classes
Photo: Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticut Media Photo: Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticut Media Photo: Arnold Gold / Hearst Connecticut Media Hamden schools lost internet for nearly a full day on second day of classes HAMDEN — Schools districtwide were without internet access on day two of the school year, […]
Jersey City superintendent says schools have enough laptops for students, but some parents say they’re still in the dark
The Jersey City School district says it now has enough Chromebook laptops to outfit students without computer access, but a breakdown in communication between parents and schools appears to be leaving some kids offline. © Reena Rose Sibayan | The Jersey Journal/nj.com/TNS Parents line up to pick up workbooks, textbooks […]
Flint schools families can still get free internet access, technology for students
FLINT, MI — No family could prepare for what the 2020 school year would bring. With the COVID-19 pandemic continuing to plague the country, most students in Genesee County are learning remotely. Flint is no exception. Flint Community Schools Superintendent Anita Steward is asking families still in need of access […]
Chicago Public Schools begins a new year amid scramble to get all students connected for remote learning
Surrounded by four computer monitors, Nightingale Elementary teacher Lauren Kullman joked that she felt like she was producing the Emmys. But it was just the first day of school. © Jos M. Osorio / Chicago Tribune/Chicago Tribune/TNS Javier Lopez, 8, a Chicago Public School student at Skinner North Classical Elementary […]