Many schools opted for full remote learning when the school year began to keep students and staff safer, continue tracking coronavirus spread within their communities, and figure out the best plan to get students back in the classroom. There is a lot of planning and resources necessary to safely hold in-person learning, and it goes …
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With uncertainty over the coronavirus and the desire to keep students and staff as safe as possible, many schools have opted in full or in part to use remote learning this fall. This means that students will connect with their teachers and peers virtually over video conferencing platforms and other software. Meeting online can present …
What school would look like come fall remained a mystery throughout much of the summer. Districts were planning for every possible scenario, ensuring they had the right resources and approaches in place to keep students, families, and teachers as safe as possible. Many school districts have opted to start the year with remote learning. Although …
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As summer quickly winds to a close, a new school year is about to begin. For many districts, that means fully online or hybrid learning. A lot of families are scrambling to figure out what that means for their schedules and jobs. It also means coming up with a plan to ensure that their child …
Remote learning brings with it a myriad of challenges, including ensuring that children stay on task and complete their work. Unlike in the traditional school setting, they do not have their teacher there looking over their shoulder and structuring their schedule to fit everything in. Students still have face-to-face time with their teacher over video …
As the coronavirus pandemic rages on across much of the county, schools have had to rethink their opening plans for the start of the new school year. Many schools are opting for full remote learning, or a hybrid schedule. In either case, it is clear that students will not be returning to all in-person classes …
Based on current data, students in North Carolina will not be headed back to school fully in-person this fall. The state recommendation is for a hybrid plan of some in-person learning and some online learning to start, though schools (and parents) could also opt for entirely online learning. Regardless of the decision, school is going …
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It seems like summer vacation has barely started, but it’s already winding down, and the new school year looms near. With just a few weeks to go, now is the time to start getting yourself and your kids ready. Waiting until the last minute can add unnecessary stress to everyone’s lives and get the year …
As school winds down, students are focused on having free time without the stress of homework, projects, or exams. They’re ready to give their brains a break. But slacking off too much over the summer can actually be detrimental to their learning. According to the National Summer Learning Association, students can lose two to three …
Spring break is quickly approaching, and many students imagine spending the days lounging away, sleeping in until noon, hanging out with friends, and binging on their favorite TV shows. While this time off should definitely include some downtime and relaxation, it’s a good idea not to completely push learning aside. There are plenty of fun …
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