Remote Learning

COVID-19

How Some Districts Are Trying To Get Anxious Families Back Into School Buildings

Sneha Dey

Parents across the country are weighing whether to send their children to in-person school this fall. Some districts are getting creative in an effort to win them back.

A new study reveals white students are being educated in person while students of color are mostly virtual.

COVID-19

New Data Highlight Disparities In Students Learning In Person

Anya Kamenetz

The first federal survey on school reopening shows racial and geographic differences in participation in full-time, in person learning.

A sign at St. Elmo Elementary encourages people to be safe during the coronavirus pandemic.

Education

Austin Public Health Official Says He Supports Austin ISD's Reopening Plan

Claire McInerny

Lee esta historia en español. The top doctor at Austin Public Health, Dr. Mark Escott, supports the Austin Independent School District’s plan to bring…

Nearly 2,000 books line the shelves of a makeshift library in East Travis County.

Education

As School Year Begins Remotely In Del Valle, Teachers And Administrators Step Up To Meet Needs

Marisa Charpentier

Lee esta historia en español. When she’s not logging online to teach her class of third-graders reading and writing, Jennifer Martin has been doubling as…

Texas

Listen: Mexico Turns To Television And Radio For Remote Learning

From Texas Standard:Students in Mexico are starting a new school year, and just like many of their American counterparts, they're doing so remotely.Some…

The hallway is empty at Galindo Elementary School in South Austin in July.

Education

Here's How To Make Sure Your Austin ISD Student Has Access To A Laptop And High-Speed Internet

Andrew Weber

Lee esta historia en español. Parents, teachers and advocates worry online-only lesson plans could widen the digital divide and exacerbate educational…