Oakland University first D-1 school to add varsity esports team in Michigan
Oakland University has become the first Division I university in the state of Michigan to formally announce the addition of a varsity esports team to its athletics program.
Oakland University has become the first Division I university in the state of Michigan to formally announce the addition of a varsity esports team to its athletics program.
Tri-county superintendents call on lawmakers to take action on school funding
With the first day of school now just weeks away, concern is growing among school leaders in Michigan that costs are accruing with no extra funds coming in.
With the first day of school now just weeks away, concern is growing among school leaders in Michigan that costs are accruing with no extra funds coming in.
Upland Hills prepares for outdoor learning with return to school this fall
Take what you think about traditional school and forget it. Upland Hills is putting kids outside - but that's nothing new.
Take what you think about traditional school and forget it. Upland Hills is putting kids outside - but that's nothing new.
Warren De La Salle preps for fall classes with pandemic safety measures like vinyl shields, class in the gym
He says they are following CDC guidelines and those of the Archdiocese of Detroit regarding COVID-19 safety protocols as well as consulting with physicians who are alumni of De La Salle.
He says they are following CDC guidelines and those of the Archdiocese of Detroit regarding COVID-19 safety protocols as well as consulting with physicians who are alumni of De La Salle.
Metro Detroit school districts release return to learning plans for fall amid COVID-19 pandemic
Here is a list of school districts in Metro Detroit, Michigan that have announced their return-to-school decisions for fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Here is a list of school districts in Metro Detroit, Michigan that have announced their return-to-school decisions for fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Is it safe to reopen schools during the pandemic?
It depends on how widespread COVID-19 infections are in the community and the safety measures the school takes.
It depends on how widespread COVID-19 infections are in the community and the safety measures the school takes.
Mother of young man with autism talks about the need for in-person classes to restore routine
Cindy plans on sending Aidan back to school this fall. Of course she says she fears the risk of the virus, but has confidence the school is taking proper safety precautions from temperature checks to social distancing and cleaning.
Cindy plans on sending Aidan back to school this fall. Of course she says she fears the risk of the virus, but has confidence the school is taking proper safety precautions from temperature checks to social distancing and cleaning.
Donate to Kits 4 Kids for Royal Oak kindergarten supplies
Two high school seniors in Royal Oak are raising funds for Kits for Kids to put together school supplies for kindergartners.
Two high school seniors in Royal Oak are raising funds for Kits for Kids to put together school supplies for kindergartners.
Education expert weighs in on making decision for returning to school amid COVID-19
FOX 2 talks with Dr. Annette Anderson, a professor of education from the Johns Hopkins School of Education said, about making decisions for returning back to school.
FOX 2 talks with Dr. Annette Anderson, a professor of education from the Johns Hopkins School of Education said, about making decisions for returning back to school.
Mom of teen with autism says need for in-person teaching for fall is even greater due to his disability
For some parents it goes beyond whether to send their children back, it is a safety concern. As the mom of a teenager who has severe autism, Kathy Leonatti is at a loss.
For some parents it goes beyond whether to send their children back, it is a safety concern. As the mom of a teenager who has severe autism, Kathy Leonatti is at a loss.
Twitch to help organize esports league, provide scholarships for students at historically Black colleges
The purpose of the league is to provide opportunities for HBCU students to compete within an organized esports league and gain access to educational and scholarship support, Twitch said.
The purpose of the league is to provide opportunities for HBCU students to compete within an organized esports league and gain access to educational and scholarship support, Twitch said.
Oakland University requires students wear BioButton for COVID-19 tracking in order to live on campus
With the fall semester just weeks away, Oakland University is announcing several new steps to keep students, staff, and faculty safe on campus, one of which is requiring residents wear a BioButton, which monitors vitals including temperature in real-time.
With the fall semester just weeks away, Oakland University is announcing several new steps to keep students, staff, and faculty safe on campus, one of which is requiring residents wear a BioButton, which monitors vitals including temperature in real-time.
Parents struggle as schools reopen amid coronavirus surge
Parents in some states are getting their first look at a new school year as the coronavirus continues to cause upheaval in school systems around the country.
Parents in some states are getting their first look at a new school year as the coronavirus continues to cause upheaval in school systems around the country.
Michigan Roundtable for Diversity and Inclusion organizes annual backpack drive
Coronavirus has cancelled plans and redefined everyday life, including going back to school.
Coronavirus has cancelled plans and redefined everyday life, including going back to school.
Oakland Co. epidemiologist talks contact tracing for classrooms
We talk with an Oakland County epidemiologist about how we can prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the classroom.
We talk with an Oakland County epidemiologist about how we can prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the classroom.
Dearborn Public Schools weighing three options for students come school time
Dearborn Public Schools has announced a variety of options for students to return to school in the fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dearborn Public Schools has announced a variety of options for students to return to school in the fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Detroit Schools to resume in-person school with measures that 'exceed' CDC recommendations
When students return to learning this fall, Detroit parents will have to decide if they want to send students to school or keep them home for remote learning.
When students return to learning this fall, Detroit parents will have to decide if they want to send students to school or keep them home for remote learning.
Oakland County teen incarcerated for not doing school work ordered to be released from juvenile custody
A 15-year-old girl who was ordered to be held in custody for violating her probation for not completing her schoolwork during the COVID-19 pandemic has been ordered to be released.
A 15-year-old girl who was ordered to be held in custody for violating her probation for not completing her schoolwork during the COVID-19 pandemic has been ordered to be released.
How Detroit teachers union leader feels okay sending son to class in the fall: "Absolutely Not"
When the beginning of class only a month away, there's still much hesitation among Detroit educators about returning to class in the fall. Chief among those is the executive vice president of the Detroit Federation of Teachers, who says he's
When the beginning of class only a month away, there's still much hesitation among Detroit educators about returning to class in the fall. Chief among those is the executive vice president of the Detroit Federation of Teachers, who says he's
Local nannies and tutors could help balance load for parents this fall
Local childcare expert Sharon Ragland-Keys with College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors talks with us about the options parents have this fall for getting help educating their children.
Local childcare expert Sharon Ragland-Keys with College Nannies, Sitters and Tutors talks with us about the options parents have this fall for getting help educating their children.