As officials play political football with K-12 school re-openings, parents such as Johanne Davis are formulating their own game plans for the fall. “To exercise an abundance of caution, I’d like to…
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These online learning tips will help parents prepare for a successful school year, even if it is virtual.
Many of the nation’s largest school districts plan to begin the fall semester online-only. As schools consider reopening, children face a future in which online courses will probably be part…
‘I don’t know what I’m supposed to do.’ Parents in distress over school opening online
The Los Angeles Unified School District and United Teachers Los Angeles agreed upon a deal for online learning just before the first day of school on Aug. 18. (Los Angeles…
Some parents want to hire tutors, start mini schools this year. Most can’t afford to.
CHICAGO – Millions of parents across the nation are facing difficult decisions about what to do with their kids this school year. But the pandemic affects every family differently, for reasons…
Online school? Some parents want to hire tutors, start mini schools this year. Most can’t afford to.
CHICAGO – Millions of parents across the nation are facing difficult decisions about what to do with their kids this school year. But the pandemic affects every family differently, for reasons…
Homeschool pods are gaining traction amid worries about school reopening; here’s how parents are getting the finances to work
Katrina Mulligan says her decision to organize a homeschooling “pod” – a modern version of a one-room schoolhouse, with a small group of parents splitting the cost of hiring teachers…
Are you worried about your elderly parents? 8 tips to help seniors stay mentally acute in isolation
Fitness coordinator Janet Hollander leads session of Balcony Boogie from outside Willamette Oaks in Eugene, Ore. for residents isolated in apartments during pandemic, April 21, 2020. Just what we need:…
Back-to-School Essentials for Busy Parents
Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. For parents, the COVID-19 pandemic has made back-to-school plans for their children particularly stressful this year. Many school districts…