‘Be the change’: 4 high school students create a coloring book to teach kids about COVID-19
Four high schoolers decided that they could make a more entertaining and hands-on way to help kids understand a disease that confuses even adults — with a coloring book.
Four high schoolers decided that they could make a more entertaining and hands-on way to help kids understand a disease that confuses even adults — with a coloring book.
How does COVID-19 affect kids? Science has answers and gaps
The Trump administration says the science “is very clear,” but many doctors who specialize in pediatrics and infectious diseases say much of the evidence is inconclusive.
The Trump administration says the science “is very clear,” but many doctors who specialize in pediatrics and infectious diseases say much of the evidence is inconclusive.
Henry County Schools delay school start, followed by online-only classes
School leaders in Henry County say students will begin the 2020-2021 school year later than normal, but when they do classes will be completely online.
School leaders in Henry County say students will begin the 2020-2021 school year later than normal, but when they do classes will be completely online.
‘The science should not stand in the way’: McEnany says science is on side of reopening schools
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said scientific evidence is on the side of resuming in-person instruction.
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said scientific evidence is on the side of resuming in-person instruction.
Gwinnett County Schools moves forward with plan for in-person classes for fall, virtual learning option
The Gwinnett County School Board stands by its plan to return to in-person classes on August 12.
The Gwinnett County School Board stands by its plan to return to in-person classes on August 12.
Fulton, Cobb schools to start school year online-only
School leaders in Fulton and Cobb counties say students will begin the 2020-2021 school year completely online.
School leaders in Fulton and Cobb counties say students will begin the 2020-2021 school year completely online.
Douglas County schools to start year with remote learning for all students
The Douglas County School System has joined the list of school dsitricts starting the 2020-2021 school year with remote learning for all students.
The Douglas County School System has joined the list of school dsitricts starting the 2020-2021 school year with remote learning for all students.
In virus era, back-to-school plans stress working parents
For children, school is an opportunity to learn and make friends. For many parents, it’s more: a safe place for their children to stay while they are at work, or even a necessity for them to be able to work.
For children, school is an opportunity to learn and make friends. For many parents, it’s more: a safe place for their children to stay while they are at work, or even a necessity for them to be able to work.
Atlanta seminary leases iPads for virtual fall semester
As a mother, a Fulton County high school teacher, and a staff member at Sankofa United Church of Christ, Connie Moran does everything she can to avoid exposure to COIVD-19.
As a mother, a Fulton County high school teacher, and a staff member at Sankofa United Church of Christ, Connie Moran does everything she can to avoid exposure to COIVD-19.
Parents seek tutors, other resources to supplement virtual learning
Many Georgia families are gearing up for round two of virtual learning. With the start of fall semester just weeks away, school districts are unveiling their plans to ensure students still receive a quality educational experience while learning at home.
Many Georgia families are gearing up for round two of virtual learning. With the start of fall semester just weeks away, school districts are unveiling their plans to ensure students still receive a quality educational experience while learning at home.
3 more school districts work to solidify plans for upcoming school year
Three more school districts decided on back to school plans Monday, as several concerns remain at the forefront of parents’ minds such as the likelihood of virtual learning, and when classes will start.
Three more school districts decided on back to school plans Monday, as several concerns remain at the forefront of parents’ minds such as the likelihood of virtual learning, and when classes will start.
DeKalb school year to begin with virtual distance learning in mid-August
DeKalb County's new school superintendent, Cheryl Watson-Harris, said the district is taking every precaution possible to prepare for the return of school district staff this week.
DeKalb County's new school superintendent, Cheryl Watson-Harris, said the district is taking every precaution possible to prepare for the return of school district staff this week.
US pediatricians walk back support for in-person schooling as WHO warns against politicization
The American Academy of Pediatrics said in a joint statement that science must guide decisions on reopening in the fall after the White House cited its earlier guidance.
The American Academy of Pediatrics said in a joint statement that science must guide decisions on reopening in the fall after the White House cited its earlier guidance.
Google to offer career certificates it says are equivalent to a 4-year college degree
The tech behemoth will offer three new certificate programs in Data Analytics, Project Management, and UX Design, according to a July 13 news release.
The tech behemoth will offer three new certificate programs in Data Analytics, Project Management, and UX Design, according to a July 13 news release.
Atlanta Public Schools proposes virtual learning, start date delay
Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Lisa Herring is recommending that APS starts school on Aug. 24 virtually.
Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Lisa Herring is recommending that APS starts school on Aug. 24 virtually.
Cherokee County Schools approve August return
Cherokee County School District said parents have until July 17 to opt-out of in-class instruction.
Cherokee County School District said parents have until July 17 to opt-out of in-class instruction.
Trump asks Treasury to review colleges' tax-exempt statuses, threatens to revoke funding
Most universities and colleges in the U.S. are not required to pay federal corporate income tax.
Most universities and colleges in the U.S. are not required to pay federal corporate income tax.
Savannah superintendent: It's still unsafe to reopen schools
Soaring coronavirus infections in Georgia have made it unsafe to reopen classrooms for Savannah-area public school students in the fall, the local school superintendent said Friday.
Soaring coronavirus infections in Georgia have made it unsafe to reopen classrooms for Savannah-area public school students in the fall, the local school superintendent said Friday.
Bartow school board takes little action after social media post causes uproar
Bartow School Board takes little action after social media post by fellow board member causes uproar.
Bartow School Board takes little action after social media post by fellow board member causes uproar.
Trump threatens to cut federal aid if schools don't reopen
“The Dems think it would be bad for them politically if U.S. schools open before the November Election,” Trump said, “but is important for the children & families. May cut off funding if not open!”
“The Dems think it would be bad for them politically if U.S. schools open before the November Election,” Trump said, “but is important for the children & families. May cut off funding if not open!”