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Schools, highway patrol working to reduce school bus crashes
That could increase the chance for more school bus-related accidents.
Heartland teacher uses his voice to put smile on students’ faces
Eric White is an art teacher at John B. Ward school in Du Quoin, but that’s not the only thing he does.
Cape Girardeau Public Schools employees earn CPR, AED, first aid certifications
It's the first time every staff member has received this training.
Cape Girardeau Public Schools create movie for start of school year
The school district will start the new semester on Monday, August 24.
90,000 masks to be distributed to schools in 3 southeast Mo. counties
Glass said the 90,000 masks will go to 18 schools in Cape Girardeau, Scott and Bollinger Counties.
WGU Missouri grant $1 million in online access scholarships
WGU Missouri is offering a scholarship to help pay for high-speed internet and provide devices for students in need.
Cape Girardeau restaurants prepare for returning college students
Restaurants like Bella Italia and Muy Bueno are ready to serve students again.
Murphysboro school dist. begins in-person classes with safety on their minds
Murphysboro School District 186 began their first day of in-person classes on Tuesday, August 18.
SIUC students share their mixed feelings about first day of classes
The Fall semester is officially underway at Southern Illinois University Carbondale.
Heartland school district answers questions about virtual learning
Cape Public School starts classes on August 24th
Saxony Lutheran High School implements new technology to stop spread of COVID-19
The thermometers have facial recognition and can tell who you are even with your mask on.
Meal delivery for Cobden, Ill. students to begin Tuesday
Meal delivery for students will start on Tuesday, August 18.
Southeast Missouri State University students start moving in for fall semester
This was day one of a week-long drive-thru event where students checked in through a series of tents which include a health tent, acquiring parking passes, a face mask kit, room keys and more.
Murphysboro School District gets set to kick off school year next week
Today, at General John A. Logan attendance center, parents had the opportunity to pick up their child’s remote learning packets.
Calloway Co. schools back-to-school plan includes in-person classes, virtual learning, paper packets
The Calloway County School District released its back-to-school plan, which will include returning to in-person classes on August 24.
Saxony Lutheran High School creates academic academy
Program helps prepare incoming freshman for the new school year.
Beshear defends recommendation to delay in-person classes as some Kentucky schools defy him
Wednesday, Beshear dispelled “false equivalencies” between students gathering at schools and fans gathering at Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby.
Livingston County Schools met to discuss Gov. Beshear’s at-home learning recommendation
The school board meeting will take place on August 12th at 5:30 p.m.
District 95 partners with Boys and Girls Club for the upcoming School Year
In years past, the District 95, along with their high school, have partnered with the Boys and Girls Club of Southern Illinois, and this year is no different.
Carbondale District 95 schools to reopen in full remote learning mode
As the back to school countdown begins, Carbondale District 95 schools plan to reopen in full remote learning mode.
Students return to SIU campus with move-in modifications
New students moved in on Wednesday, August 12 and Thursday, August 13.
Jackson R-2 School District cuts down school supply list
Items like tissues, reusable bags and dry erase markers did not make the cut.
Southeast Mo. State hoping to fight coronavirus with ‘Protect the Nest’ plan
When the students return, they will have certain rules to follow.
McCracken County Schools postpone in-person classes
Students will still start school on Aug. 24, but will attend classes online through the district’s Virtual/Distance Learning plan.
Murphysboro starts new school year with blended schedule, new superintendent
Murphysboro Unit School District #186 will begin the 2020-2021 academic year on August 17.
Perryville School District No. 32 releases school plan
How do we get our kids here safe? How do we keep them here?”
Heartland school starts new program aimed at educational, emotional well-being of its students
One heartland school starts a new program aimed at both the educational and emotional well-being of its youngest students.
Meal programs at 2 Heartland schools to accommodate all students
Now, meal programs at two Heartland schools will accommodate all students, even those who are not in the classroom.
School nurses face greater responsibility this year
St. Mary Cathedral plans to have a nurse on staff by the end of this week.
Cape Girardeau Public Schools add new program to Central Academy
The JAG program prepares students to succeed once they graduate from Central Academy.
Bus safety during a pandemic
One of the hot topics of going back to school this year in the midst of a pandemic is bus safety.
Governor Mike Parson speaks with SEMO University officials before school starts
Students will move into dorms starting August 15th.
Tax-free weekends in the Heartland
Tax-free weekends have become a staple for parents preparing for back to school.
Children’s immune systems when going back to school
According to one Heartland doctor, hand washing and staying home will not weaken immune systems.
Mold discovery delays start date for West Frankfort schools
Frankfort Community Unit School District #168 will be starting the 2020-2021 academic year a little later than expected.
Buying school supplies safely during pandemic
Since she said students will not be allowed to share supplies this year, they will need to have their own individual labeled bags.
Cape Girardeau Public Schools release updated reopening plan
Cape Girardeau Public Schools sent out an email containing an updated reopening plan for the fall semester to students and their families on August 4.
SIUC graduate assistants call for remote learning this fall amid growing COVID cases in Jackson County
The unions say they are negotiating with the university in an effort to reduce risks in the classroom, and report that both sides are negotiating in good faith, and they say that progress has been made.
SIU is making their own hand sanitizer
SIU is now making its own hand sanitizer inside the McLaffery Annex, where students learn about distilling and brewing.
Jackson, Mo. businesses prepare for tax-free weekend
Business owners in Jackson said they’re expecting this tax-free weekend to run smoothly like it has in the past.
Carbondale library to host Homeschool without Borders sessions
The sessions will be Tuesdays; August 4, September 1, October 6, November 3 and December 1; from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
One Heartland Mom is helping other parents learn about home schooling
Allison Staggs has home schooled her sons for 12 years . She said she always offers advice to other parents but with Covid-19 she’s seen a peak in interest.
School officials say finding substitute help could be issue this year
With all the Covid 19 changes it could be hard to find extra help if a teacher calls in sick. Cape Schools Deputy superintendent, Christa Turner said they anticipate a high demand for substitute teachers with Covid-19 impacting the upcoming school year.
Heartland school shares ways to teach students virtually
Franklin Elementary Student Interventionist Amber Walker said as soon as students start this upcoming school year, they will be introduced to Google Classroom and learn how to use it first before they get into their regular school work.
Fredericktown R-II school district officials ask parents input on school plans
Fredericktown R-1 school district created a survey to ask parents if they want their children back in school buildings or learning from home.
Charleston announces back to school plans for Fall 2020
On Monday, July 27, the Charleston R-I Board of Education approved a plan for returning to school in August.
Bollinger Co. Health Dept. holds drive-thru immunizations for back to school
The students didn’t have to walk in to the clinic to get their shots for school, instead they got them while sitting in the car.
Three Rivers College to require face covering starting July 27
Information will be provided to all students, faculty, and staff on proper use, removal, and washing of cloth face coverings.
Southeast Mo. State’s move-in process changing for upcoming semester
As Southeast Missouri State University students prepare to move back on campus soon, they can expect a new process for move in day.
Extracurricular activities look different at Saxony Lutheran High School during pandemic
Principal Mark Ruark said these activities will still go on, but students should expect some changes.
Carbondale School Dist. 95 announces plans for the upcoming school year
After a board meeting on Thursday night, the final decision was made. The district announced they were going with remote learning.
Illinois Teachers Coalition calls for the state to rethink their school opening plans
The coalition called for more virtual classes, but understood some classes can’t be held online.
Jackson and Cape Girardeau educators give summer school update
Teachers and administrators said it seems to be running smoothly in Jackson and Cape Girardeau.
McCracken County now a “one to one” district for 6 to 12 grade
This school year, all students grades 6 thru 8 will receive Google Chromebooks to create a “one-to-one” digital learning environment.
2020 Bright Flight Scholarships reduced nearly by half
According to Ann Hayes, director of communications at Southeast Missouri State University, they received notification from the state last week that the Bright Flight award would be reduced from $3,000 in 2019 to $1,800 in 2020.
Health expert: talk to your child about COVID-19 before school starts to ease anxiety
Zeilenga said you can help kids by talking to them about what’s going on.
Kids adjusting to wearing masks in schools
Most parents would agree, getting kids to wear masks is a challenge and elementary teachers know it too.
Drop in calls to Missouri’s child abuse and neglect hotline during the pandemic
According to Missouri's Department of Social Services, calls decreased 44 percent in April 2020 compared to April 2019.
Notre Dame Regional High School releases reopening plan
He said his school will do what’s required to keep the students and faculty safe.
United Way of Paducah-McCracken Co. to hold digital Stuff the Bus event
The annual Stuff the Bus school supply drive will be digital this year.
Gov. Mike Parson clarifies comments concerning children contracting COVID-19 at school
Governor Mike Parson clarified comments concerning children contracting COVID-19 at school following widespread backlash.
Sikeston schools release back-to-school plan
Thompson said the school district has four structured plans in place if coronavirus cases should appear at the school.