Education notebook: Tucson-area districts' reopening plans, rule for foreign students rescinded
A look back at this week's education stories in Southern Arizona and the state.
Pandemic’s impact on back-to-school plans in Pima County
A discussion with Pima County School Superintendent Dustin Williams.
How the arts survive challenging times.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Meet the new director of the Arts Foundation for Tucson & Southern Arizona; how the mother & son collaboration "Stories from Home: Covid-19 Addendum" came to be; and fostering creativity in a virtual space.
Daily news roundup: Health care workers promote mask wearing, school districts prepare for online learning
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, July 15.
School district in the Tohono O'odham Nation beginning school year online
A parent-driven push for virtual learning informed the decision from the Baboquivari Unified School District School Board.
White House calls for quick return to school; some Arizona parents, educators balk
Some teachers and parents in Arizona said they worry that schools here will not be able to find safe ways to reopen.
TUSD to begin school year online
The district hopes to transition to in-person classes.
TUSD reopening plan adds money, space in hopes of mitigating COVID-19
The district has pledged to be ready for students.
State to give more money to schools due to pandemic
The Governor and state Superintendent of Public Instruction unveil a new funding plan.
UA still grappling with how to 'return' in August
Officials are still working to figure out how to bring students safely back to campus.
PBS LearningMedia Summer Learning Collection
This collection of videos and activities encourages students in grades PreK-12 to spend the summer asking questions, spinning stories, and exploring all the ways that learning can be fun.
Arizona DACA recipients in limbo as Supreme Court decision draws near
The court could decide the future of the Obama-era policy at any time this month.
How Southern Arizona schools and summer camps are adapting to COVID-19
Schools, summer camps and child care centers are tasked with finding a safe way to engage kids during the pandemic.
Students lead demonstration on UA campus against police brutality
Black community members spoke about experiencing racism and the need to enact long-term change .
TUSD superintendent applauds reopening recommendations, unsure how to pay for them
The area’s largest district will release the plan later this month, and it's considering measures like split-shift or split-day schedules.
