Computers, electronics are essential for remote learning
The back-to-school tax free weekend is now underway. Computers will be a big purchase item this year because of remote learning.
OCPS Superintendent Barbara Jenkins on educating during a pandemic
It has been a boot camp of sorts for parents this week as Orange County Public Schools will resume on Monday with online learning for all students. We talk to OCPS Superintendent Barbara Jenkins about what's ahead.
Back-to-school tax free weekend
Florida's back-to-school tax free weekend is August 7-9.
Schools prepare for virtual learning
Orange County students return to school for online learning on Monday. Thousands will use the district's LaunchEd program in the first ten days. On August 21, students who have opted for in-person learning will be reporting to their respective schools.
Backup plans for teachers and their substitutes
Teachers are questioning reopening plans. Among those are also substitute teachers who are anxious about reporting to work.
Back-to-school season comes with anxiety, stress as COVID-19 pandemic continues
Children's counselor Kristen Nardalillo said that managing the roles of an employee, parent, and teacher is a lot of responsibility.
FOX 35 anchors team up with Salvation Army to collect school supplies for families in need
The supplies are needed now more than ever, as coronavirus and unemployment leave many families struggling.
Private school filling void for drama class
Some children may not get to take a theater class when school resumes, but one local private acting school is trying to feel the drama void.
Florida dad starts petition to start school
As a petition gains signatures to postpone school, a father in Brevard County started a petition to start school.
Emergency hearing over FEA lawsuit
Educators are taking Florida to court over returning to the classroom too soon. Gov. Ron DeSantis says students have a right to return to class and parents needs options.
Officials hand out backpacks
The Orange County Sheriff's Office and Police Athletic League handed out 1,500 school backpacks at Robinson Middle School on Tuesday.
Central Florida school districts offer parents help with virtual school struggles
For example, Orange, Seminole, Lake, Volusia, and Osceola counties can provide laptops and portable internet hotspots to students who do not have their own.
Parents helping parents educate kids
Parents are turning to each other to help adjust to educating their children in the age of coronavirus. They share resources and solutions.
Theater providing space for distance learning
Are you worried about leaving your child home alone for virtual learning? A community theater in Orange County, Magic Curtain Productions, Inc., is pivoting to allow use of their venue as a place where students can learn while under supervision.
Masks will likely be required for all students in Seminole County
Face masks will likely be required for all students in Seminole County, according to message from the school superintendent.
How families with fewer resources can make virtual school work for their child
Dr. Lauri Campbell believes that families who have fewer recourses and who don't feel comfortable sending their kids to face-to-face school can make virtual learning work.
Expert suggests home classroom, daily routine, and structure for those learning from home
Don't let them stay in their pajamas all day, have them follow a structure of classes like a typical school day, and keep the pace moving consistently.
Tips for teaching online when schools reopen this fall
Dr. Pam Roggeman of the University of Phoenix speaks to FOX 35.
Tough decisions ahead for families about college
Some parents are reluctant about sending their kids to college in the age of COVID-19
Plans unveiled for school bus transportation
Things will look different as children return to schools. Some parents have concerns about how students will be transported safely to and from schools.