South Lyon protests held against online learning for fall
"We just feel like there's got to be a better option," said parent Tammy Oliver. "Other schools in the area, other schools in other states, everywhere else, are getting choices and we just haven't felt that we're getting the right choice."
"We just feel like there's got to be a better option," said parent Tammy Oliver. "Other schools in the area, other schools in other states, everywhere else, are getting choices and we just haven't felt that we're getting the right choice."
South Lyon School Board votes to start class online after late-night zoom meeting
Outside of a handful of districts in Michigan who have already made a decision, the debate of how to start the school year this fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic rages on.
Outside of a handful of districts in Michigan who have already made a decision, the debate of how to start the school year this fall amid the COVID-19 pandemic rages on.
South Lyon school district votes 6-1 to start classes online
After a marathon-meeting on zoom, with protesters outside and officials discussing inside, school board members at South Lyon opted to start the school year online with the option of continuing in-person at a later date.
After a marathon-meeting on zoom, with protesters outside and officials discussing inside, school board members at South Lyon opted to start the school year online with the option of continuing in-person at a later date.
South Lyon school district votes to start year virtual
After a marathon-meeting on zoom, with protesters outside and officials discussing inside, school board members at South Lyon opted to start the school year online with the option of continuing in-person at a later date.
After a marathon-meeting on zoom, with protesters outside and officials discussing inside, school board members at South Lyon opted to start the school year online with the option of continuing in-person at a later date.
40% spike in known new child COVID-19 cases raises questions about school
With the start of the school year quickly approaching, doctors are racing to learn how the virus impacts children as an increase of about 40 percent in known new child cases was just reported.
With the start of the school year quickly approaching, doctors are racing to learn how the virus impacts children as an increase of about 40 percent in known new child cases was just reported.
School district says no pajamas for online classes
The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.
The school district in Illinois’ capital city has updated its school dress code policy for remote learning, saying students can't wear pajama pants, slippers or hats while on camera when classes start this month.
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.