COVID-19 Money To Improve Internet Access For NC Students
North Carolina’s state government is using federal COVID-19 relief dollars to purchase equipment so more public school students can access online classes and homework help.
CMS Leaders Discuss When & How to Re-Open for In-Person Learning
Charlotte-Mecklenburg School leaders are talking about how and when to re-open for in-person learning. It comes as a group of parents sue the school board over the decision to go all-virtual.
Teacher Raises Back On Table As SC Senators Discuss Budget
South Carolina senators will likely consider whether to restore the annual raises most teachers get each year to the state budget when they return to Columbia next week for a special session amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Refugee Families Face Unique Struggles With Online School
Samuel Lavi knew he’d have to find unique ways to stay connected to refugee families when the coronavirus pandemic shut down Valencia Newcomer School.
Gaston County Reopens Playgrounds, Museum, And Senior Center
Gaston County announces its reopening plans to include playgrounds, the Gaston County Museum, and their Senior Center as North Carolina moves into Phase 2.5 on September 4th.
Gaston County Launches "Gaston Saves" Initiative To Promote The Use Of Masks
Gaston County announces their media and marketing campaign "Gaston Saves," as an effort to get more people to wear face masks during the pandemic, according to a news release.
Atrium Health Hosts Colorectal Cancer Discussion After The Death Of Chadwick Boseman
Atrium Health's Dr. Mohamed Salem will discuss the signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer on Monday, August 31st at 12 p.m. after the death of "Black Panther" actor Chadwick Boseman, according to a news release.
Belk Donates $75,000 To Support Black Philanthropy Month
Belk officials say they are donating $75,000 to three local nonprofits that are improving social and economic mobility in underserved and marginalized communities.
CMS Metrics Advisory Committee Discussing What Needs To Be Done To Return To In-Person Learning
It's clear: returning to in-person learning will be complicated. The CMS Metrics Advisory Committee discussed what needs to be done Thursday.
Cooper's Budget Proposal Includes Medicaid Expansion, Bonds
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper recommended to legislators on Wednesday how to spend the state’s remaining COVID-19 federal relief dollars, mainly for public health, K-12 schools and local governments.
UNCC Will Delay In-Person Classes For Three Weeks
UNC Charlotte says they will delay in-person instruction of undergraduate and graduate classes until Thursday, October 1st.
As More Colleges Stay Online, Students Demand Tuition Cuts
As more universities abandon plans to reopen and decide instead to keep classes online this fall, it’s leading to conflict between students who say they deserve tuition discounts and college leaders who insist remote learning is worth the full cost.
CMS Asks For Donations To A Campaign To Provide Internet For Students Without Home Access
The CMS Foundation announces its "Connect For Tech" campaign where they will raise funds to provide internet services for students without home access during the COVID-19 crisis.
Union Co. Public School Board Chair Reacts To Another Board Member's Social Media Posts
The Union County Public Schools board chair has responded to criticism of board member Gary Sides' questionable Facebook posts.
West Iredell High School Will Continue In-Person Classes After First COVID Case
A student or employee tested positive for coronavirus on West Iredell High School campus on August 20th, according to a news release.
UNCC Chancellor Says Decision About Virtual Learning Will Happen Next Week
UNC Charlotte Chancellor Sharon Gaber sent a letter to students and staff saying they will know by the middle of next week if the university will move to full virtual learning due to COVID-19.
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