Psychotherapist offers guidance for parents as school year begins
A psychotherapist says the challenges and uncertainty this fall may have an impact on students' mental health.
DNC organizers donate 75 Macbook Airs, monitors, accessories to MPS
The release noted these donations "reflect an ongoing engagement between the convention and Milwaukee Public Schools" forged last fall.
'Teaching kids resiliency:' Psychotherapist offers guidance for parents as school year begins
A psychotherapist says the challenges and uncertainty this fall may have an impact on students' mental health.
'I have a lot of optimism:' Students return to Carroll University, COVID-19 safety measures taken
Students at Carroll University were welcomed back this week, and the university has new guidelines in place to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.
'Be vocal:' Wisconsin Policy Forum discusses child care, education concerns as schools prepare to resume
The Wisconsin Policy Forum on Friday held a discussion of child care concerns, something that is expected to become a challenge for families when schools resume instruction.
'Mitigate spread:' Milwaukee Health Department issues guidance for reopening schools
Officials with the Milwaukee Health Department on Friday, Aug. 14 released more guidance for reopening schools in the fall, applying to all schools within the city's boundaries.
California school in violation of health order ordered to close
News reports showed students gathered in groups at the school for the first day of the new school year without practicing social distancing or wearing masks.
Oak Creek-Franklin schools to begin 2020-21 year virtually; return to in-person learning possible
The Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District's school board on Thursday voted to begin the upcoming year with virtual learning, adopting a phased approach to reopening.
Feds say Yale discriminates against Asian, White applicants
A Justice Department investigation finds that Yale University is illegally discriminating against Asian American and white applicants, in violation of federal civil rights law.
School District of Waukesha votes to start school year using 'hybrid model'
After four and a half hours of debate, the School District of Waukesha's Board of Education is opting for a hybrid model for back to school this fall. Classes begin on Sept. 1.
Days after Waukesha County hit record for new COVID-19 cases, district votes on school reopening plan
A large group of parents called for a return to in-person learning for their children ahead of the critical vote.
Days after Waukesha County hit record for new cases, district votes on school reopening plan
A large group of parents called for a return to in-person learning for their children ahead of the critical vote.
'We're here to help:' Racine Unified School District offers students free meals for next 4 years
The Racine Unified School District will offer free lunch and breakfast to students for the next four years beginning Sept. 1.
UW System administration announces layoffs, other cuts
University of Wisconsin System administration will lay off an untold number of employees over the next two years.
Milwaukee Health Department issues guidance for reopening schools in fall
The guidance applies to all schools within the city's boundaries, and each school must have a plan approved by the health department before learning can begin.
'Very misguided:' Milwaukee Lutheran High School Facebook post about BLM movement sparks backlash
Milwaukee Lutheran High School sparked a backlash with a Facebook post regarding the Black Lives Matter movement, prompting alumni to speak out.
Milwaukee Health Department issues guidance for reopening schools in fall
The guidance applies to all schools within the city's boundaries, and each school must have a plan approved by the health department before learning can begin.
UW Health offers tips to parents with kids returning to school: 'There is not a one size fits all solution'
UW Health offered tips for parents to stay safe as their children go back to school or leave for college.
Amid ventilation worries, schools mull outdoor classes during coronavirus pandemic
Concerns about school infrastructure are adding momentum to plans in some districts, even in colder climates, to take classes outdoors for the sake of student and teacher health.
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.