James Madison University shifts to mostly online after 'rapid increase' of COVID-19 cases
James Madison University will transition at least temporarily to primarily online instruction after experiencing a “rapid increase” in cases of COVID-19 among students.
James Madison University will transition at least temporarily to primarily online instruction after experiencing a “rapid increase” in cases of COVID-19 among students.
Maryland Board of Education standards on remote learning
Even with several schools already back in session, Maryland State Department of Education board members voted on a new set of guidelines for local school systems on Tuesday, giving them until the end of 2020 to meet certain, online learning requirements.
Even with several schools already back in session, Maryland State Department of Education board members voted on a new set of guidelines for local school systems on Tuesday, giving them until the end of 2020 to meet certain, online learning requirements.
Back to school parent panel
The Back to School Mommy Confidential Parents Panel joins FOX 5 to talk about the challenges they're facing in the new school year - and how they're overcoming them.
The Back to School Mommy Confidential Parents Panel joins FOX 5 to talk about the challenges they're facing in the new school year - and how they're overcoming them.
Maryland parents face frustrations as students return to virtual classes
Tens of thousands of kids in the D.C. region went back to school Monday – but from the inside of their own homes.
Tens of thousands of kids in the D.C. region went back to school Monday – but from the inside of their own homes.
Md parents surprised by Hogan’s announcement to safely reopen schools, 3 days before virtual start
Even after Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan’s announcement to allow schools to safely reopen, local school systems say they have no plans to make any changes to their virtual starts to the academic year, at least not immediate.
Even after Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan’s announcement to allow schools to safely reopen, local school systems say they have no plans to make any changes to their virtual starts to the academic year, at least not immediate.
Maryland Gov Larry Hogan authorizes all counties to reopen schools
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced on Thursday that all schools in the state had authorization to reopen.
Maryland Governor Larry Hogan announced on Thursday that all schools in the state had authorization to reopen.
Dozens of Montgomery County parents feel schools not ready for virtual learning
Dozens of frustrated parents don’t seem to think that schools in Montgomery County are ready to take on the first day of virtual learning on August 31. Many of them have been venting and sounding off on social media about not being able to navigate through some of the parent portals they need, in order to set up their kids for online learning. The frustration is mostly surrounding the portal called the Synergy ParentVue which is also linked to ‘MyMCPS.’
Dozens of frustrated parents don’t seem to think that schools in Montgomery County are ready to take on the first day of virtual learning on August 31. Many of them have been venting and sounding off on social media about not being able to navigate through some of the parent portals they need, in order to set up their kids for online learning. The frustration is mostly surrounding the portal called the Synergy ParentVue which is also linked to ‘MyMCPS.’
DMV schools prepare for virtual learning, some college students experience login issues
Virtual learning is all the talk these days as many schools in the D.C. region get ready to start the new school year, online.
Virtual learning is all the talk these days as many schools in the D.C. region get ready to start the new school year, online.
Gaithersburg mom organizes effort to build free desks for kids in need
For a lot of kids, the idea of distance learning may be a drag.
For a lot of kids, the idea of distance learning may be a drag.
George Mason University students return to campus with new guidelines amid pandemic
Already, we’ve seen universities and colleges open up, only to close due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
Already, we’ve seen universities and colleges open up, only to close due to a COVID-19 outbreak.
DMV families continue to receive technology for virtual school year but wonder about backup plans
A new school year like no other starts Monday for tens of thousands of students in the D.C. region, which has many families asking: is the technology going to work and will it stay that way for online learning?
A new school year like no other starts Monday for tens of thousands of students in the D.C. region, which has many families asking: is the technology going to work and will it stay that way for online learning?
Tennessee mom says parents asked to sign 'ridiculous' waiver they will not eavesdrop on kids' online lessons
A Tennessee school district is under fire for asking parents to sign a form agreeing not to eavesdrop on kids' virtual classes over concerns they could overhear confidential information.
A Tennessee school district is under fire for asking parents to sign a form agreeing not to eavesdrop on kids' virtual classes over concerns they could overhear confidential information.
Confusion reigns as schools reopen amid COVID-19 pandemic
For countless families across the country, the school year is opening in disarray and confusion, with coronavirus outbreaks triggering sudden closings, mass quarantines and deep anxiety among parents.
For countless families across the country, the school year is opening in disarray and confusion, with coronavirus outbreaks triggering sudden closings, mass quarantines and deep anxiety among parents.
VCU confirms more than 2 dozen COVID-19 cases among students after reopening
Virginia Commonwealth University says it has confirmed 25 student cases and 11 employee cases of COVID-19.
Virginia Commonwealth University says it has confirmed 25 student cases and 11 employee cases of COVID-19.
UConn students party during coronavirus pandemic, get kicked out of dorms
Several University of Connecticut students were kicked out of their dorm rooms this week after videos on social media showed them at a crowded party with no masks and even less social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Several University of Connecticut students were kicked out of their dorm rooms this week after videos on social media showed them at a crowded party with no masks and even less social distancing amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Fairfax County law firm allows staff to choose own work schedule due to virtual school
As working parents try to figure out how they will help their children with virtual learning this fall, one local law firm is trying to set an example.
As working parents try to figure out how they will help their children with virtual learning this fall, one local law firm is trying to set an example.
PGCPS educators call for better internet for students and staff
In Prince George’s County, as teachers begin the school year Thursday and students prepare to start in less than two weeks, internet access remains a struggle for some students and staff.
In Prince George’s County, as teachers begin the school year Thursday and students prepare to start in less than two weeks, internet access remains a struggle for some students and staff.
Two staffers at Bullis School test positive for COVID-19
In a letter to parents from the Head of Schools, Christian Sullivan says the two staffers who tested positive were non-academic staff members.
In a letter to parents from the Head of Schools, Christian Sullivan says the two staffers who tested positive were non-academic staff members.
Here's what DC, Maryland and Virginia school districts have planned for the fall
Here's a look at what schools in D.C., Maryland and Virginia have planned for the upcoming year.
Here's a look at what schools in D.C., Maryland and Virginia have planned for the upcoming year.
In-person reopening plans on the minds of DMV parents as fall virtual learning begins in few weeks
Virtual learning is all the talk these days but many parents in the DMV still want to know if their kids will physically go back to school after the fall.
Virtual learning is all the talk these days but many parents in the DMV still want to know if their kids will physically go back to school after the fall.