Cherokee County family throws at home prom for daughter

The morning of what was supposed to be Erin Wynn's senior prom, her family came up with an idea--why not host prom at home?  The event, along with all over school activities, was canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.  

Despite closure, work never stops inside Georgia Aquarium

Georgia Aquarium may closed to the public right now, but that doesn't mean there isn't plenty of activity happening inside.

Free online tutoring available during coronavirus outbreak

With school closures and shelter-in-place ordinances, online learning has become the norm. And parents are having to adjust from full-time parent to a part-time teacher.

Local author offers puzzling pastime to local families

By now, many of us have realized — keeping everyone busy and entertained inside the house isn’t easy.  But a local author’s popular book series might just offer the kind of interactive adventure both kids and adults are searching for.

PenPal Schools offers free access during COVID-19 pandemic

Through PenPal Schools, children collaborate through online projects ranging from human rights and the environment to robotics, all while practicing reading, writing, and technology skills.

Cobb Schools Foundation raising money to provide students with laptops

At least 1,000 Cobb County students aren't able to do digital learning due to a lack of equipment, but one foundation is trying to change that.

Stay home and take a virtual stroll through these art galleries, museums

Museums and art galleries that have been forced to temporarily close their doors to the public amid the COVID-19 pandemic are offering virtual tours.

Gov. Kemp closes K-12 public schools through April 24

Public schools in Georgia will remain closed through April 24 due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

Virginia governor urges Falwell to rethink welcoming students back to Liberty University

In light of the coronavirus pandemic, Virginia's governor asked Liberty University President Jerry Falwell Jr. on Wednesday to reconsider his decision to welcome students back to the Lynchburg campus this week after their spring break.

Minnesota school resource officer keeping up his daily doodles despite school closure

A school resource officer in New Brighton, Minnesota known for his daily doodles isn’t letting the fact that schools are closed keep him from trying to brighten students’ days with his drawings. 

Trump allows states to cancel school testing amid pandemic

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, President Donald Trump announced that states can cancel school testing that was previously required by the federal government.

Teachers dance, struggle with assignments and tech during quarantine

At Parkmead Elementary School in Walnut Creek, Calif., some educators are hosting dance parties online. Other students don't have access to tech at all.

Central Florida attractions help parents entertain kids at home

Area attractions offering parents resources to keep kids entertained while they are home due to the Coronavirus outbreak.