One of Joe Biden’s top three priorities for his first 100 days is to “reopen the majority of schools.”
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As New Haven schools move to reopen, 37% of parents are opting out
The state’s largest school system is the only one yet to open in-person. Many parents don’t want that to change.
The state has left school closing and reopening decisions to districts. That could be a problem.
Advocates worry the state’s hands-off approach could harm Connecticut’s most vulnerable students, who struggle to learn remotely.
The state has left school closing and reopening decisions to districts. That could be a problem.
Advocates worry the state’s hands-off approach could harm Connecticut’s most vulnerable students, who struggle to learn remotely.
As some teachers opt to stay home, educators find ways to keep schools open
Districts are using a variety of techniques to staff their classrooms and accommodate teachers at risk of infection.
State sets up data system to track student participation during the pandemic
State officials will monitor districts on a weekly basis to gauge student attendance and address problems early.
Unions issue list of ‘non-negotiable’ COVID protocols for a safe school reopening
Union members urged districts not to reopen if they cannot meet the 13 “non-negotiable” safety measures they outlined Monday.
Here’s how much extra state aid your school district is getting to open during COVID
Most schools aren’t getting nearly what they’ve said they require to reopen safely during COVID.
Gov. Lamont is pushing local leaders to open school buildings. CT’s largest district decided against it.
New Haven Public Schools – where one out of every 26 students in Connecticut is enrolled – is going remote.
State aims to provide students with universal internet and computer access during pandemic
The state will purchase 50,000 laptops and pay internet bills for 60,000 students to close Connecticut’s digital divide.
Connecticut leaves it to local districts whether to reopen schools full-time
In a switch, the state will not dictate how instruction will be offered, leaving that to local school systems.
House panel splits along party lines on school reopening during pandemic
Reps. Hayes and Courtney push back against GOP advocacy — supported by Gov. Ned Lamont – for in-person learning.
CT moves forward on school reopening as virus surge prompts other states to step back
As coronavirus infections spike, states are reassessing or putting back-to-school plans on hold. Connecticut, however, is moving forward.