CER Daily Media Clips

CER Daily Media Clips for July 20, 2021

American Academy of Pediatrics Urges Masks in Schools for Students, Staff Over Age 2

Jul 20, 2021 | US News & World Report | other education issues | National

The children’s health group issued updated guidance that said masking is just as important as returning to in-person schooling this fall.

For Families Who Lack Reliable Internet Access, Help Is on the Way — $7B of It

Jul 20, 2021 | Ed Surge | technology | National

Over time, internet access has shifted from an amenity to a necessity. Nothing has illustrated that shift more clearly than the pandemic, which forced school, work and most everything else to become virtual practically overnight. But for the millions of students and families without internet access at home, adapting to the virtual classroom became extremely challenging, if not impossible.

Pittman & Darling-Hammond: Surveys Find Parents Want Bold Changes in Schools — With More Learn

Jul 20, 2021 | The 74 | innovation | National

Two important national parent surveys released in early May shed new light on how to think about the often-used phrase “more and better learning.” Both emphasize the importance of acknowledging that learning happens in families, schools and communities in complementary ways.

Public Schools’ Systemic Problem Isn’t Racism Or Money. It’s Teachers’ Union

Jul 20, 2021 | The Federalist | teachers unions | National

Teachers' unions prevent low-income parents from having the same choices as well-to-do parents, which is the true systemic problem in our education system.

Opinion: Stripping opportunity from DC’s children

Jul 20, 2021 | The Hill | school choice | States, South, District of Columbia

There they go again. Washington’s so-called liberals are planning to strip away life-changing scholarships from low-income minority children in the District — just another gift from the left to the teachers’ unions.

Virginia parents gather enough signatures for petition to recall school board member

Jul 20, 2021 | Washington Post | parent power | States, South, Virginia

Parents in Virginia’s largest school district say they have collected enough signatures to file a recall petition against a Fairfax County School Board member over her handling of school reopening during the pandemic.

Philly schools are spending $4.5 million on air purifiers to curb COVID-19.

Jul 20, 2021 | Philadelphia Inquirer | school districts | Towns, States, Northeast, Pennsylvania

The devices have already been purchased and will be installed in every classroom by the end of July. Some experts question their effectiveness and safety.

Commentary: Arizona celebrates 30th anniversary of charter school law

Jul 20, 2021 | Arizona Capitol Times | charter schools | States, West, Arizona

This year marks the 30th anniversary of passage of the nation’s first charter school law, a movement that has benefited Arizona perhaps than any other state.

Virtual education in Wyoming grew more than 300% between 2020 and 2021

Jul 20, 2021 | Star-Tribune | online learning | States, West, Wyoming

Before the coronavirus pandemic reached Wyoming in March 2020, just over 1,000 students statewide were enrolled in a virtual education program. Three districts had statewide virtual programs — meaning students from anywhere in Wyoming can enroll — and five districts had local options.

JCPS offering virtual class option for college credit program to expand access to students

Jul 20, 2021 | WLKY | online learning | Towns, States, South, Kentucky

Jefferson County Public Schools is expanding its dual credit partnership with Jefferson Community and Technical College into a virtual platform to encourage students to earn college credit while completing their high school coursework.

$29 million in COVID funds disbursed to Montana schools

Jul 20, 2021 | Montana Free Press | federal budget | States, West, Montana

On Friday, the Montana Office of Public Instruction delivered an update to the state Board of Public Education about the status of federal COVID-19 relief funds for K-12 schools.

What is the Hope Scholarship?

Jul 20, 2021 | WOWK | school choice | States, South, West Virginia

According to Moore, the Hope Scholarship Program is an education savings account that allows parents to receive $4,600 per-pupil state funding already set aside for their children’s education onto an electronic, parent-controlled fund for educational expenses. Those expenses can include private school tuition, tutoring, credentialing, therapies, transportation and more.

Tampa micro-school provides individualized learning for ESL students

Jul 20, 2021 | FOX News 13 | microschools | Towns, States, South, Florida

The Service Learning Micro-school is the second of its kind in the area, based on a similar school in Clearwater serving students K-12. The one in Tampa will initially serve just elementary ages and will be located on the University Area CDC campus.

Life Academy charter school weeks from opening

Jul 20, 2021 | WSFA | charter schools | Towns, States, South, Florida

WSFA The second charter school in Montgomery is just weeks away from opening for the first time. The old St. Jude building on Fairview Avenue will soon become Life Academy.

Despite The Pandemic, A Molokaʻi Charter School Improves Curriculum

Jul 20, 2021 | Hawaii Public Radio | charter schools | Towns, States, West, Hawaii

Sherwood says they wanted a program that gave students more hands-on learning opportunities, while also giving teachers the time to observe student performance and plan lessons to help students and the class grow.

State To School Board: Renew Charter Schools Or Lose Funding

Jul 20, 2021 | South Tampa Patch | charter schools | Towns, States, South, Florida

The Hillsborough County School Board will meet Tuesday to discuss the state's order to reinstate four charter schools.

CCP will pay off outstanding school bills for as many as 3,500 students using stimulus funds

Jul 20, 2021 | Philadelphia Inquirer | higher education | Towns, States, Northeast, Pennsylvania

The Community College of Philadelphia will use $2.75 million in stimulus funds to pay off the outstanding school balances of as many as 3,500 of its students, a step that would allow them to continue their studies this fall.

Local parents have mixed feelings sending kids back to school without COVID restrictions

Jul 20, 2021 | KXXV | other education issues | Towns, States, South, Texas

In a few weeks kids in Central Texas will step back into the classroom, but this time without mask mandates or other COVID-19 restrictions.

Philly orgs team up to create Summer learning pods for children in underserved communities

Jul 20, 2021 | Al D?a NEWS | learning pods | Towns, States, Northeast, Pennsylvania

Summer programs in Philly are out to reverse the trend of last year’s widening early childhood education gap.

WFISD votes against allowing home-schooled students to participate in UIL activities

Jul 20, 2021 | KAUZ | school choice | Towns, States, South, Texas

Home-schooled students will not be allowed to participate in UIL activities with the Wichita Falls ISD, at least for now.

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