The pandemic of 2020 will be remembered for many things. Hopefully, the focus will be on how we persevered. Many professions have had to adjust to succeed. Doctors now perform video house calls, contracts can be signed electronically, and businesses have allowed workers to work remotely. No other profession, however, has been in the spotlight […]
Teaching Through a Pandemic: A Year in Review Read More »
The PA Department of Education recently sent a communication to school leaders regarding state assessments that usually occur throughout the spring months. According to PDE, if the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) invites state waivers for this school year’s assessment, PDE will carefully consider such an option and will quickly survey local education agency leadership
State Assessments, Vaccines & Mask Requirements Read More »
On November 23, the Wolf Administration announced that Pre-K to 12 public schools in counties with heavy COVID-19 caseloads are going to need state certification if they plan to offer in-person instruction. Schools that have been in the substantial transmission level for at least two consecutive weeks are required to commit to safety measures to ensure the safety
Additional COVID-19 School Guidelines Read More »
As Pennsylvania’s COVID-19 cases continue to rise, there has been more discussion regarding the need to return to full remote learning in certain areas of the state. Pennsylvania’s health secretary recently declared that there are no plans for a statewide shutdown of schools similar to last spring. However, several months ago the Departments of Health and
PA’s COVID-19 Transmission Table Playing a Larger Roll in Instructional Models Read More »
The November 3 elections are getting close and candidates are running for the positions of President, US House, PA House, a third of the of the US Senate and half of the PA Senate. The NEA and AFT both endorsed Joe Biden for President at their respective national conventions this past summer, and they continue
2020 Presidential Election Read More »
As schools are wrapping up the first month of the 2020-21 school year, teachers are attempting to erase the learning loss of the COVID slide while introducing new lessons in this difficult environment. It doesn’t matter if you are fully in-person, fully remote or a blended version of both, this is not a typical start
COVID-19 – Teaching Through a Pandemic Read More »
The Pennsylvania House failed to override Gov. Tom Wolf’s veto of a bill that would have given school districts final authority on running sports events and admitting spectators during the coronavirus pandemic. However, despite the failed override, school districts have the right to permit more fans in the stands in the wake of a federal
PA Battles Over Gathering Restrictions and School Sports Read More »
Weeks after schools have opened for in-person instruction, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released new guidance for schools seeking to open for in-person learning using various community infection rates and school safety thresholds. The new guidance for school communities to consider when reopening or closing schools includes a five-tiered color-coded risk transition from green, the lowest risk
CDC Releases New Color-Coded Risk Guidance for Schools Read More »
August 26, 2020 Welcome back! For many of you, it’s the beginning of back-to-school week. While this week may not be normal or ideal, we know the bumpy road ahead will be navigated by the best experts in the land – you! These times are anything but normal, or is this the new normal? Companies
Welcome Back to School Read More »
On March 13, the PA Department of Education issued the following response regarding the state-wide closure of schools, essential personnel, the requirement of 180 days of instruction, and students access to school supplied meals. Please see PDE’s response below: 1. What schools are closed? Statewide: All public K-12 schools, including brick and mortar and cyber
Coronavirus Update – PDE Response to School Closures Read More »
Do you need help, or have a question that is not answered on our website? Use the button below to head over to our Contact Page and get in touch!
Copyright © 2024 KEYTA - Site by Nicely Done Sites
