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COVID & The Classroom
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Classes to continue at Oakwood Middle School after positive COVID-19 case
Plain Local Schools Superintendent Brent May said he's confident in the safety procedures put in place.
Bay Village schools return to in-person learning
After two weeks of e-learning, the doors at Normandy Elementary in Bay Village are back open, and parents are sending their students back into the classroom.
Northeast Ohio school nurses face more responsibilities, expanded roles during COVID-19 pandemic
School nurses are dealing with additional demand and responsibilities this school year to cope with the COVID-19 response.
Coventry Schools quarantines 9 staff members, moves 2nd grade online after positive COVID-19 test
The school said its goal is returning 2nd graders to the classroom by Sept. 22.
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Final distribution of technology to happen this week for Cleveland Metropolitan School District students
Remote classes begin Tuesday, September 8.
Mentor elementary school principal and teacher test positive for COVID-19
Mentor Public Schools confirmed a Hopkins Elementary School teacher and their principal tested positive for COVID-19 over Labor Day weekend.
John Carroll University having students learn remotely for rest of fall semester due to COVID-19
The decision comes after the university started classes on Aug. 31 virtually without allowing any students to move onto campus.
Lakewood computer shop seeing shortage in laptops as more students switch to online learning
The manager E-Tech Computers in Lakewood is struggling to keep up with the high demand for laptops.
Ohio governor issues new order defining how parents, schools will report COVID-19 infections
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine issued an order on Thursday that outlines how parents and schools should report coronavirus infections during the academic year.
Q&A with Cleveland schools’ CEO about technology and training challenges
19 News is following up with Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s CEO as the first day approaches.
Masks, distant desks and lots of hand sanitizer: A look inside a Northeast Ohio school during the COVID-19 pandemic
Painesville City Local Schools show the changes they made for this school year.
Cleveland Schools CEO talks about digital access, says devices ’still arriving’ week before online school year
"We have to solve this problem permanently," Cleveland Schools CEO Eric Gordon said.
Governor believes increase in Ohio COVID-19 cases could be linked to return of schools, colleges
The 24-hour increase in reported coronavirus cases is the highest it has been in over a month, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said on Tuesday.
Cuyahoga Falls City Schools works with Local 1 to keep bus drivers working, students safe
Cuyahoga Falls City Schools are doubling up drivers on buses to help with safety protocols and keep drivers employed during distance learning.
Surge in teacher retirements across Ohio could increase as year progresses
Teacher retirements have doubled in Ohio, according to the State Teachers Retirement System.
Tools and apps to keep kids motivated and on track during virtual learning
Families in Northeast Ohio are using tools and apps to help keep kids motivated and on track during virtual learning.
Akron School Board to revisits decision to postpone fall sports during special meeting Monday
The Akron school board will revisit its decision to postpone fall sports for nine weeks with a special board meeting tonight at 5:30 after pressure from some parents
Windham Junior High, High School move to remote learning after positive Covid case
The first two weeks of classes will be online.
Solon City Schools employee tests positive for COVID-19
The school is launching a COVID-19 dashboard.
Same game but much different as Ohio high school football season kicks off
Ohio's high school football season kicks off with limits on fans, only one marching band per game, and concession regulations.
Ohio teachers get free virtual suicide prevention training for distance learning
Ohio teachers have access to free online on demand suicide prevention training
Akron Public Schools officials holding special meeting to discuss fall sports
Earlier this month, board members suspended all sports, practice and extracurriculars until Oct. 1.
Ohio schools will be required to inform public about COVID-19 cases in students, faculty members
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine issued an order during Thursday’s COVID-19 briefing detailing how schools will report COVID-19 cases in students and teachers to the community.
How will teachers protect themselves, students during the COVID-19 pandemic?
Tune in for our Q&A with Rachel Gutter, President of the International WELL Building Institute.
Mayfield City Schools: Girls soccer player tests positive for COVID-19, season suspended
Earlier this week, Mayfield High School had eight volleyball players and two football players test positive for COVID-19.
Cleveland Metropolitan School District CEO Eric Gordon answers questions about current school year
Eric Gordon, CEO of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, will speak to 19 News’ Chris Frye live on Wednesday to answer your back-to-school questions.
Independence company finds creative way to support employees as their kids begin online learning
Another local company is getting creative to make sure their employees have the support they need as the school year begins.
2 Mayfield High School football players test positive for COVID-19, season suspended ‘until further notice’
Earlier this week, eight Mayfield High School volleyball players tested positive for COVID-19.
Back-to-school not back to normal for Cleveland school supply company
A local school supply company has pivoted again, first making PPEs, now planning a teacher giveaway and moving much of its production from China to the United States
’PCs for People’ providing laptops, internet access to low income students in Cuyahoga County
PCs for People is providing thousands of laptops and WiFi hotspots to low-income families in Cuyahoga County.
Student at Wayne County Schools Career Center tests positive for coronavirus
The Career Center remains open for classes.
New safety feature on Parma school buses installed to prevent drivers from passing during stops will damage vehicles
Parma City Schools is adding extended arms to some of their school buses to prevent drivers from passes buses during stops.
Ohio State: 80 students and 12 faculty/staff test positive for COVID-19
The Ohio State University today published aggregate test results from its comprehensive COVID-19 testing program and unveiled a data dashboard that will be updated weekly to inform the public about test results and other information about the university’s COVID-19 status.
Parma City Schools to begin classes remotely, allow athletics
Classes in Parma City School District will be remote until September 25. Sports will continue.
Boys & Girls Club of Cleveland offering virtual learning support in Northeast Ohio
Many Northeast Ohio schools are starting the school year with virtual learning.But many parents who have to return to work, can’t stay home with their children.
Back-to-school flu shots provide big benefit in fight against Covid-19, Northeast Ohio pharmacist says
Discount Drug Mart says getting flu shots will prevent hospitalizations from flu, and free up health care resources to fight COVID-19.
Students at Plain Local Schools begin new year with in-person and online learning
Plain Local Schools students begin their school year with a mix of online and in-person learning.
Lake Ridge Academy reopens for 2020 school year
The Academy is on 93-acres.
Shaker Heights High School fall sports competition to return Sept. 1
The Athletic Department made the decision to postpone sports competition on Aug. 14.
North Olmsted football team in quarantine after varsity player tests positive for COVID-19
A letter sent out to families of football players, cheerleaders, and marching band members said the district canceled the opening game scheduled for Aug. 28 due to the 14-day quarantine.
Akron Public Schools, CMSD provide pick up times for students on free meal plans during distance learning
School districts are working with their food service staff to make sure that kids who get free breakfasts and lunches at school, still get those meals during distance learning.
In-person or online? Parma City Schools debating 2020 school year
Cuyahoga County's COVID-19 threat level lessened in severity Thursday. What does this mean for the school year?
3 Cleveland Heights-University Heights School District employees test positive for COVID-19
The employees work at Fairfax Elementary School.
New guidance: Teachers could stay in classroom if exposed to COVID-19
New guidance from President Donald Trump's administration that declares teachers to be “critical infrastructure workers” could give the green light to exempting teachers from quarantine requirements after being exposed to COVID-19 and instead send them back into the classroom.
Ohio governor’s Covid-19 regulations for sports: Masks, limited crowds and social distancing required
These protocols apply to all Ohio sporting events until the Ohio Department of Health Director says differently.
What it looks like to disinfect a Northeast Ohio school during a global pandemic
As we inch towards another school year the major concern is how to keep students, teachers and staff safe from the threat of COVID-19.
Gov. DeWine’s order allowing sports to move forward with limited spectators signed by Ohio Dept. of Health
Gov. DeWine announced on Wednesday afternoon that the sports health order has been signed by Ohio Department of Health Interim Director Lance Himes.
Autism Scholarship Program provides students with autism up to $27,000 for private educational services
Ohio's Autism Scholarship Program can provide students with autism up to $27,000 for private educational services.
Q&A with Cleveland schools CEO on Governor’s sports announcement
On Tuesday, Ohio Governor Mike DeWine gave the green light for all fall high school sports to begin competition on Aug. 21.
College move-in: What’s different at Kent State University?
The reopening of Kent State University's campus starts Wednesday.
North Ridgeville City Schools delaying start of school year until Sept. 2
“The delay of the school year was deemed necessary due to the logistical complications involved with transportation and scheduling. The delay also allows our staff enough time to prepare for the significant changes that the school year will bring."
Lakewood mail delays to blame for receiving school forms past due dates, parents say
Rachel Cruz said a letter from Lakewood schools took nine days to get from the central office to her house, less than two miles away.
All Ohio sports can move forward with limited spectators, Gov. DeWine says while outlining order
All sports will be allowed to move forward in the fall, Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine said while outlining a health order and the best guidance during the COVID-19 pandemic.
North Coast Education Services setting up small group learning plans for families
North Coast Education Services is offering a small group learning plan
Fall sports still in question for many districts, but legendary Cleveland coach laments loss of season
Glenville coach Ted Ginn, Sr. worries that he's losing an important tool to keep kids engaged and the Cleveland Metropolitan School District will lose good students
Ohio governor’s decision on fall sports expected Tuesday
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is expected to release his orders tomorrow regarding the fall sports season for Ohio high schools, and many local athletes, coaches, and athletic directors are hopeful of the season getting started.
Avon Lake City Schools prepping teachers with online workshops for virtual learning
Avon Lake School District is making two dozen online workshops available to teachers, and several to parents, to best prepare everyone for the upcoming school year.
Universities scramble to deal with virus outbreaks
Officials at universities around the United States are scrambling to deal with COVID-19 clusters at the start of the fall semester.
Case Western Reserve University allowing limited number of students to live on campus
Case Western Reserve University is allowing 2,000 students to live on campus.
In their own words: Students share their concerns ahead of an unusual school year
The 2020-2021 school year is almost certain to be one of the most unique academic experiences for students in greater Cleveland.
Northeast Ohio private schools requiring parents, students to sign new Covid-19 form before returning to classroom
Parents who’ve already made a tough decision to send their kids back to school this fall are now faced with another choice.
Horizon League postpones all fall sports competition due to COVID-19
Three Ohio universities are in the conference, including Cleveland State, Wright State, and Youngstown State.