How does COVID-19 affect kids? Science has answers and gaps
The Trump administration says the science “is very clear,” but many doctors who specialize in pediatrics and infectious diseases say much of the evidence is inconclusive.
The Trump administration says the science “is very clear,” but many doctors who specialize in pediatrics and infectious diseases say much of the evidence is inconclusive.
Rules unveiled by Newsom place limits on whether schools can reopen
Newsom said that he is mandating that schools provide meaningful instruction whether they are offering classes online or in-person. Real-life instruction can only be done if it is safe.
Newsom said that he is mandating that schools provide meaningful instruction whether they are offering classes online or in-person. Real-life instruction can only be done if it is safe.
Most California schools will begin 2020-21 school year online under Newsom's reopening guidelines
Gavin Newsom on Friday set widespread reopening guidelines for California’s private, public and charter schools set to begin the 2020-21 school year next month.
Gavin Newsom on Friday set widespread reopening guidelines for California’s private, public and charter schools set to begin the 2020-21 school year next month.
‘The science should not stand in the way’: McEnany says science is on side of reopening schools
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said scientific evidence is on the side of resuming in-person instruction.
White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany said scientific evidence is on the side of resuming in-person instruction.
Valleywise Health back-to-school backpack distribution
Valleywise Health is helping kids get ready for the new school year by donating backpacks filled with school supplies for Valley families. https://valleywisehealthfoundation.org/backpack-drive/
Valleywise Health is helping kids get ready for the new school year by donating backpacks filled with school supplies for Valley families. https://valleywisehealthfoundation.org/backpack-drive/
In virus era, back-to-school plans stress working parents
For children, school is an opportunity to learn and make friends. For many parents, it’s more: a safe place for their children to stay while they are at work, or even a necessity for them to be able to work.
For children, school is an opportunity to learn and make friends. For many parents, it’s more: a safe place for their children to stay while they are at work, or even a necessity for them to be able to work.
Cardinals' Corey Peters giving back to Valley students
Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Corey Peters is giving back to students at South Point Elementary School by handing out care packages and books as part of his ongoing book club that he started for students.
Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Corey Peters is giving back to students at South Point Elementary School by handing out care packages and books as part of his ongoing book club that he started for students.
ASU, NCAA sued over death of linebacker found to have CTE
Jason Franklin’s father, Gregg Franklin, alleged flawed concussion management protocols contributed to his son developing the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy, which was discovered after his 2018 death, according to the lawsuit filed Monday in federal court.
Jason Franklin’s father, Gregg Franklin, alleged flawed concussion management protocols contributed to his son developing the degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy, which was discovered after his 2018 death, according to the lawsuit filed Monday in federal court.
Arizona teachers ask for the state to roll back Aug. 17 date for reopening in-person classes
Teachers in the valley are asking for Arizona state leaders to not reopen in-person classes during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Trump's push to reopen schools is completely out of touch with reality on the ground here in Arizona," said Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman.
Teachers in the valley are asking for Arizona state leaders to not reopen in-person classes during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Trump's push to reopen schools is completely out of touch with reality on the ground here in Arizona," said Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman.
Organizations open facilities to students who will learn online, helping parents head to work
Students in the valley will be given the opportunity to work on online schoolwork remotely as some organizations are opening up their facilities to help parents balance work life and home life.
Students in the valley will be given the opportunity to work on online schoolwork remotely as some organizations are opening up their facilities to help parents balance work life and home life.
'Magic School Bus' author Joanna Cole dies at age 75
Author Joanna Cole, whose “Magic School Bus” books transported millions of young people on extraordinary and educational adventures, has died at age 75.
Author Joanna Cole, whose “Magic School Bus” books transported millions of young people on extraordinary and educational adventures, has died at age 75.
'Hundreds of thousands' of California students still lack tech for distance learning
Supt. Tony Thurmond said that this lack of equipment and broadband is "embarrassing" and disproportionately affects Black and brown students.
Supt. Tony Thurmond said that this lack of equipment and broadband is "embarrassing" and disproportionately affects Black and brown students.
'Motor March': Valley teachers protest against kids going back to school amid COVID-19
Valley teachers are participating in a "Motor March" to protest against children going back to the classroom amid rising coronavirus cases in Arizona.
Valley teachers are participating in a "Motor March" to protest against children going back to the classroom amid rising coronavirus cases in Arizona.
Principal responds after photos of school library books in dumpster cause social media stir
The principal of a middle school in White Bear Lake, Minnesota is responding after photos showing stacks of books in a school dumpster spread on social media.
The principal of a middle school in White Bear Lake, Minnesota is responding after photos showing stacks of books in a school dumpster spread on social media.
Michigan teen incarcerated for not doing online schoolwork during COVID-19 pandemic, report says
A 15-year-old girl who attends Groves High School in Birmingham finished the school year in juvenile detention and is still there for not completing her school work from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A 15-year-old girl who attends Groves High School in Birmingham finished the school year in juvenile detention and is still there for not completing her school work from home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Southern Arizona school district using new tool to keep students, teachers safe during COVID-19 pandemic
As schools look to reopen, one district in Arizona is getting creative when it comes to keeping their students safe. They’re using large power fans to spray disinfectant across classrooms. FOX's Stephanie Bennett reports.
As schools look to reopen, one district in Arizona is getting creative when it comes to keeping their students safe. They’re using large power fans to spray disinfectant across classrooms. FOX's Stephanie Bennett reports.
School districts in the valley grapple with reopening or continuing online education
Schools around the valley in Arizona are considering when to reopen in-person classes for students. Some teachers are pushing for reopening and others say online education is the safest bet during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Schools around the valley in Arizona are considering when to reopen in-person classes for students. Some teachers are pushing for reopening and others say online education is the safest bet during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Trump administration rescinds rule barring foreign students from online-only classes
Facing eight federal lawsuits and opposition from hundreds of universities, the Trump administration on Tuesday rescinded a rule that would have required international students to transfer or leave the country if their schools held classes entirely online because of the pandemic.
Facing eight federal lawsuits and opposition from hundreds of universities, the Trump administration on Tuesday rescinded a rule that would have required international students to transfer or leave the country if their schools held classes entirely online because of the pandemic.
ASU Biodesign Institute offering free COVID-19 saliva testing
The ASU Biodesign Institute is offering free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing at Ak-Chin Pavilion in Phoenix.Officials say the saliva test allows patients to get results in less than 48 hours and is less invasive than the nasal swab test. FOX 10's Ty Brennan has the details.
The ASU Biodesign Institute is offering free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing at Ak-Chin Pavilion in Phoenix.Officials say the saliva test allows patients to get results in less than 48 hours and is less invasive than the nasal swab test. FOX 10's Ty Brennan has the details.
Masks for kids? Schools confront the politics of reopening
Schools and educators across the U.S. have landed in the middle of an increasingly politicized debate over how best to reopen schools this fall.
Schools and educators across the U.S. have landed in the middle of an increasingly politicized debate over how best to reopen schools this fall.