Balancing screen time in the age of virtual learning
With virtual learning becoming the new normal, families are having to address a way to balance screen time for children.
With virtual learning becoming the new normal, families are having to address a way to balance screen time for children.
Debate over when to reopen schools
The debate over when to reopen Florida's schools continues. Controversy surrounds Gov. Ron DeSantis after he said schools could reopen after May 1. Teachers are opposed to the suggestion.
The debate over when to reopen Florida's schools continues. Controversy surrounds Gov. Ron DeSantis after he said schools could reopen after May 1. Teachers are opposed to the suggestion.
Preschoolers learning new lesson about COVID-19
While many kids are learning remotely at home, some preschools are still receiving and educating children in the classroom. They are also learning lessons about what the coronavirus is and it is impacting us.
While many kids are learning remotely at home, some preschools are still receiving and educating children in the classroom. They are also learning lessons about what the coronavirus is and it is impacting us.
Marion County providing internet access in parking lot hot spots
As kids across Florida are learning remotely, a reliable internet connection is most important. Now, Marion County Public Schools has set up designated WiFi areas in the parking lots of 10 schools.
As kids across Florida are learning remotely, a reliable internet connection is most important. Now, Marion County Public Schools has set up designated WiFi areas in the parking lots of 10 schools.
Schools working on graduation plans
Coronavirus is forcing students out of the classrooms for now, but schools still plan on graduation ceremonies so seniors can celebrate the milestone.
Coronavirus is forcing students out of the classrooms for now, but schools still plan on graduation ceremonies so seniors can celebrate the milestone.
Teachers needed for next year
Despite schools being closed through late April, many districts are still looking to hire teachers for 2020-21 school year.
Despite schools being closed through late April, many districts are still looking to hire teachers for 2020-21 school year.
One parent expresses concern over distance learning
Tuesday was the second day on distance learning, the state's solution to keeping students safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even with some glitches on day one, it appears that online learning is the new norm.
Tuesday was the second day on distance learning, the state's solution to keeping students safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. Even with some glitches on day one, it appears that online learning is the new norm.
Schools conduct remote learning through end of April
Schools across Florida will continue remote learning through the end of April, as outlined by the Florida Department Education.
Schools across Florida will continue remote learning through the end of April, as outlined by the Florida Department Education.
Teacher gets a lesson on coronavirus
Sunshine LaLonde started 2020 off with fun new side gig, teaching English to children in China on line via VIPKid.
Sunshine LaLonde started 2020 off with fun new side gig, teaching English to children in China on line via VIPKid.
Students begin learning from home
With schools closed until at least next month, students will make the switch from classroom to remote learning.
With schools closed until at least next month, students will make the switch from classroom to remote learning.
Teachers from one elementary school go on parade
Students lined the streets in one Orange County neighborhood as their teachers drove by in a parade of cars, honking and waving. Behind the wheel were teachers from Lake Silver Elementary School.
Students lined the streets in one Orange County neighborhood as their teachers drove by in a parade of cars, honking and waving. Behind the wheel were teachers from Lake Silver Elementary School.
Seminole County preparing for distance learning
Teachers, parents and students in Seminole County are preparing for distance learning. Laptops were distributed on Monday and the distance learning begins next week, with instructors teaching from home.
Teachers, parents and students in Seminole County are preparing for distance learning. Laptops were distributed on Monday and the distance learning begins next week, with instructors teaching from home.
Parents shuffle plans to deal with extended spring break
Parents are reacting to the announcement that Florida schools would remain closed through March 30.
Parents are reacting to the announcement that Florida schools would remain closed through March 30.
More closures announced from theme parks to schools
All public schools in Florida will close for a week following spring break, returning on March 30. In other news on Friday, the last of Central Florida's theme parks announced they would be suspending operations after the business day on Sunday.
All public schools in Florida will close for a week following spring break, returning on March 30. In other news on Friday, the last of Central Florida's theme parks announced they would be suspending operations after the business day on Sunday.
Schools teaching how to practice good hygiene
A good defense against germs, including the coronavirus, is practicing good hygiene. Some students in Central Florida are getting a lesson on cleanliness.
A good defense against germs, including the coronavirus, is practicing good hygiene. Some students in Central Florida are getting a lesson on cleanliness.
All state universities in Florida to move classes online in response to COVID-19
The Board of Governors for the State University System of Florida is directing all universities in the state to implement a plan in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) to include remote instruction for students over a two week period.
The Board of Governors for the State University System of Florida is directing all universities in the state to implement a plan in response to the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) to include remote instruction for students over a two week period.
Student learning about farm-to-table initiatives
Students at Ocoee High School are getting their hands dirty by growing their own vegetables and herbs as part of horticulturist science program.
Students at Ocoee High School are getting their hands dirty by growing their own vegetables and herbs as part of horticulturist science program.
Threat puts Osceola County school on lockdown
An Osceola County school was placed on lockdown due to a threat which was later determined to be a hoax.
An Osceola County school was placed on lockdown due to a threat which was later determined to be a hoax.
Brevard County schools roll out coronavirus plan
The latest coronavirus spreads through droplets from coughing or from touching contaminated surfaces. Now, Brevard County Public Schools has a plan in place to curtail the possible spread of the virus.
The latest coronavirus spreads through droplets from coughing or from touching contaminated surfaces. Now, Brevard County Public Schools has a plan in place to curtail the possible spread of the virus.
Smart Bus helping students
A rolling computer lab is helping students across Osceola County.
A rolling computer lab is helping students across Osceola County.