Dozens of USC students test positive for COVID-19
USC health officials reported an "alarming" spike of 43 coronavirus cases confirmed in off-campus housing facilities, along with 100 students in quarantine due to possible exposure to COVID-19.
Utah teachers, students who defy mask mandate could be charged with misdemeanor
Utah officials say school staff and students can be charged with a misdemeanor if they do not wear a mask.
NYU student group demands Black-only campus housing
New York University officials signaled they are open to a student group's demands to create Black residence floors on campus next year, but the petition is already receiving backlash for proposing students segregate themselves.
Liberty University official says Jerry Falwell Jr. resigning, but Falwell says he's not
A senior Liberty University official says Jerry Falwell Jr. has resigned from his leadership post at the evangelical Virginia college.
Mayor encourages schools to hold outdoor learning sessions
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced a plan to encourage outdoor instruction when schools start next month.
Gov. Murphy: Most schools in New Jersey planning hybrid start
Most of the state's school districts are planning a hybrid start to the academic year, the governor says.
Among approaches to remote learning this fall, hiring private teachers
For parents choosing to stay exclusively online their approach of how best to do it varies greatly.
Tennessee mom says parents asked to sign 'ridiculous' waiver they will not eavesdrop on kids' online lessons
A Tennessee school district is under fire for asking parents to sign a form agreeing not to eavesdrop on kids' virtual classes over concerns they could overhear confidential information.
Teachers turn COVID-19 desk shields into Jeeps: 'Playful, not imprisoned'
"They are really kind of utilizing the concept of a vehicle for safety rules," the teacher said. "No one else can be inside your car, keep hands inside the vehicle, keep your mask on when you get out of your car. It's a way to make them feel playful rather than imprisoned."
Instagram deletes account advertising ASU COVID-19 parties
Instagram has removed an account that claimed to throw COVID parties at Arizona State University.
As more colleges stay online, students demand tuition cuts
In petitions started at dozens of universities, students arguing for reduced tuition say online classes fail to deliver the same experience they get on campus. Video lectures are stilted and awkward, they say, and there's little personal connection with professors or classmates.
CDC releases new guidance on reopening school buildings
As more districts in the tri-state area announce they will go 100 percent remote, New York City is still pushing ahead with its blended learning model, this as the CDC dropped new guidelines for schools to reopen.
Youth sports safety on Long Island
FOX 5 NY’s Jodi Goldberg speaks with parents on Long Island who say now, more than ever, they want their kids to suit up to play sports this fall.
NJ school district offering virtual night classes for working parents
As schools finalize plans for remote or in-person learning, Long Branch Public Schools are offering another option, virtual night classes for working parents.
Virtual night classes for working parents
One school district in New Jersey has come up with a creative way to help working parents whose kids are doing online school in the fall.
Confusion reigns as schools reopen amid COVID-19 pandemic
For countless families across the country, the school year is opening in disarray and confusion, with coronavirus outbreaks triggering sudden closings, mass quarantines and deep anxiety among parents.
Syracuse students suspended in latest crackdown by colleges
Syracuse University has suspended 23 students in the wake of a large on-campus gathering that administrators say could force them to shut down the campus.
Video shows large group of Baylor students gathering amid social distancing restrictions
Video of the gathering shows a large group of people socializing.
Sentencing day for Lori Loughlin, husband in college admissions scandal
More than a year after “Full House” star Lori Loughlin and her fashion designer husband, Mossimo Giannulli, were charged with paying half a million dollars in bribes to get their two daughters into the University of Southern California, the famous couple appears headed for prison.
Yonkers School District announces school year will begin with fully remote learning
The Yonkers School District has announced that for at least the first month of classes, the school year will begin fully remote.