Some Cartwright Elementary District students choose online learning over heading back to in-person
While many students are returning to the classroom, not all of them are, meaning teachers will continue to instruct online as well. Students in the Cartwright district in Phoenix took part in online classes only the past three semesters and on March 16, some of them headed back. FOX 10 photojournalist Dave Stermon was there.
While many students are returning to the classroom, not all of them are, meaning teachers will continue to instruct online as well. Students in the Cartwright district in Phoenix took part in online classes only the past three semesters and on March 16, some of them headed back. FOX 10 photojournalist Dave Stermon was there.
6 feet or 3 feet? Schools, CDC considering guidance on seating students closer together
U.S. guidelines that say students should be kept 6 feet apart in schools are receiving new scrutiny from federal health experts, state governments and education officials working to return as many children as possible to the classroom.
U.S. guidelines that say students should be kept 6 feet apart in schools are receiving new scrutiny from federal health experts, state governments and education officials working to return as many children as possible to the classroom.
Great Hearts Academy shows COVID-19 protocols allow for safe in-person learning
Great Hearts Academy has been setting the standard of in-person learning during the pandemic with several safety practices put in place.
Great Hearts Academy has been setting the standard of in-person learning during the pandemic with several safety practices put in place.
Mobile escape room scavenger hunt takes you through Old Town Scottsdale on golf cart
The "Hijacked by Science" mobile escape room is a way for parents to educate and entertain their kids by taking them on a scavenger hunt through Old Town Scottsdale on a golf cart. More information at https://puzzlerides.com/rides.
The "Hijacked by Science" mobile escape room is a way for parents to educate and entertain their kids by taking them on a scavenger hunt through Old Town Scottsdale on a golf cart. More information at https://puzzlerides.com/rides.
California ethnic studies debate: Whose stories get told?
This week, the State Board of Education is expected to approve the final draft, an 894-page tome whose own history illustrates the challenges of crafting an ethnic studies curriculum at a time of racial reckoning and national division.
This week, the State Board of Education is expected to approve the final draft, an 894-page tome whose own history illustrates the challenges of crafting an ethnic studies curriculum at a time of racial reckoning and national division.
Gov. Ducey orders Arizona schools to offer in-person learning by March 15
According to a statement, an exception will be made for counties that have "high" COVID-19 transmission based on CDC guidelines, including Coconino, Yavapai and Pinal counties.
According to a statement, an exception will be made for counties that have "high" COVID-19 transmission based on CDC guidelines, including Coconino, Yavapai and Pinal counties.
Alabama House votes to end yoga ban in schools, but don’t say 'namaste'
Yoga done in school would be limited to poses and stretches. The bill says the use of chanting, mantras and teaching the greeting "namaste" would be forbidden.
Yoga done in school would be limited to poses and stretches. The bill says the use of chanting, mantras and teaching the greeting "namaste" would be forbidden.
House votes down bill giving Arizona's attorney general the right to sue over tuition
Mark Brnovich sued the Arizona Board of Regents in 2017, saying the three state universities had raised tuition so much that they were violating a provision of the state constitution.
Mark Brnovich sued the Arizona Board of Regents in 2017, saying the three state universities had raised tuition so much that they were violating a provision of the state constitution.
Top-seeded Oregon knocks out ASU, advances to Pac-12 semis
Alonzo Verge Jr. led Arizona State (11-14) with 28 points and eight rebounds. Remy Martin added 16 points with six assists.
Alonzo Verge Jr. led Arizona State (11-14) with 28 points and eight rebounds. Remy Martin added 16 points with six assists.
Teacher virtual job fair: WESD in Phoenix looks to hire multiple positions for 2021-2022 school year
An Arizona school district is hiring for the next school year, looking for teachers, school psychologists, speech pathologists, and other positions.
An Arizona school district is hiring for the next school year, looking for teachers, school psychologists, speech pathologists, and other positions.
Verge carries Arizona St past Washington St 64-59 in Pac 12
Alonzo Verge Jr. finished with a season-high 26 points as the Sun Devils (11-13) closed the game on a 10-2 run for their second win over Washington State in less than two weeks.
Alonzo Verge Jr. finished with a season-high 26 points as the Sun Devils (11-13) closed the game on a 10-2 run for their second win over Washington State in less than two weeks.
Education advocates call on legislature to reject bill they say will be harmful to schools
Advocates for education gathered for a protest at the Arizona State Capitol on March 10 over a bill in the Arizona State Senate that they say will hurt schools and educators across Arizona.
Advocates for education gathered for a protest at the Arizona State Capitol on March 10 over a bill in the Arizona State Senate that they say will hurt schools and educators across Arizona.
Arizona schools prepare to welcome students back to class as state deadline looms
Schools across the state that are still on virtual learning mode are now switching gears and getting ready for in-person instructions to resume.
Schools across the state that are still on virtual learning mode are now switching gears and getting ready for in-person instructions to resume.
California university paying students $75 to avoid travel during spring break
The University of California, Davis is offering students $75 to be used for “staycations” to encourage them to avoid nonessential travel during spring break.
The University of California, Davis is offering students $75 to be used for “staycations” to encourage them to avoid nonessential travel during spring break.
16-year-old raises money to get shoes for every student at Galveston Elementary School
Sixteen-year-old Sam Bregman has partnered with the nonprofit organization Shoes That Fit to raise over $15,000, which will be used to give every single student at Galveston Elementary School a brand new pair of sneakers. More information at https://connect.clickandpledge.com/Organization/shoesthatfit/campaign/shoesforchandler.
Sixteen-year-old Sam Bregman has partnered with the nonprofit organization Shoes That Fit to raise over $15,000, which will be used to give every single student at Galveston Elementary School a brand new pair of sneakers. More information at https://connect.clickandpledge.com/Organization/shoesthatfit/campaign/shoesforchandler.
Northern Arizona schools boss quit after porn found on computer
The Associated Press is reporting that 67-year-old Tommy Lewis Jr., a long-time educator in Northern Arizona, recently resigned as Coconino County's Superintendent of Schools after officials discovered pornographic images on his work-issued computer.
The Associated Press is reporting that 67-year-old Tommy Lewis Jr., a long-time educator in Northern Arizona, recently resigned as Coconino County's Superintendent of Schools after officials discovered pornographic images on his work-issued computer.
Teacher accused of making 5-year-old clean toilet with hands
An Arkansas elementary school teacher is accused of making a kindergarten student pull toilet paper out of a feces-filled toilet with his hands.
An Arkansas elementary school teacher is accused of making a kindergarten student pull toilet paper out of a feces-filled toilet with his hands.
Engineering for Kids spring break camp at Urban Air in Ahwatukee
FOX 10's Ty Brennan checks out Engineering for Kids, a spring break camp happening at Urban Air in Ahwatukee. More information at https://www.engineeringforkids.com/phoenix-metro/.
FOX 10's Ty Brennan checks out Engineering for Kids, a spring break camp happening at Urban Air in Ahwatukee. More information at https://www.engineeringforkids.com/phoenix-metro/.
Getting the COVID-19 vaccine: Arizona doctor answers some frequently asked questions
Can vaccinated people return to their normal, maskless lives? What vaccine is best? An Arizona doctor answers some of these questions.
Can vaccinated people return to their normal, maskless lives? What vaccine is best? An Arizona doctor answers some of these questions.
Jantunen, Plummer each score 15, Utah cruises by Arizona State
Utah cruised past Arizona State 98-59 on Saturday.
Utah cruised past Arizona State 98-59 on Saturday.