SeaWorld Orlando expands virtual activities for kids in need of an extracurricular
Back-to-school plans have focused entirely on academics and classrooms. But extracurriculars seem to have been dropped from all agendas. So, Seaworld Orlando is trying to fill some of that void by bringing activities and entertainment to the school day.
FOX 35 INVESTIGATES: Child abuse calls drop more than 70 percent since COVID-19 closed schools
Reports of child abuse are down 73%, according to the Seminole County Sheriff's Office, when comparing the months of March through June, to the same time period in 2019.
Surf school serves as an exciting extracurricular option for children as school athletic programs are paused
There are multiple surf academies along the Florida coast. Some even have connections to local schools to fulfill P.E. credits.
Central Florida acting school offers drama classes during extracurricular pause at schools
Actors from the school have gone to become household names on Netflix, Disney, FOX, and ABC.
All K-12 students in one Florida county will receive a free Chromebook computer for the year, district says
The school district said that this will help support the district’s common instructional vision and give support for its instructional continuity plan in the event of evolving conditions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Orange County Public Schools adds mask mandate to student dress code
Orange County Public Schools presented the Code of Student Conduct on Tuesday night.
'Unnecessary': Florida's teachers union granted emergency hearing on lawsuit reopening schools
On July 20, a lawsuit was filed to stop Governor DeSantis' order that requires all Florida schools to resume face-to-face learning five days a week.
Every school will have at least 1 case of COVID-19 on first day, doctor says
Tampa General Hospital Dr. Jason Wilson says, statistically speaking, one in every 100 Hillsborough County residents -- including children -- will have COVID-19 on the first day back. How many students are at your child's school?
Parents and students battle back-to-school anxiety, here are some warning signs to look out for
FOX 35 spoke with a licensed mental health counselor, Shantala Boss, about how to identify warning signs of stress and anxiety in both parents and kids.
How to save money on school supplies, technology as schools will soon reopen
FOX 35 experts suggest three ways to save money when back-to-school shopping.
Lake County School District offers rapid testing to students, teachers
The Lake County School District is offering rapid tests for students and employees, part of a partnership with Adult Medicine, the health department, and the county government.
Seminole County to consider tightening mask rules for elementary school students
Students in Seminole County could be required to wear face masks at school for most of the day.
Community theater offers place for kids to attend virtual school with safe instruction and interaction
A community theater group is offering parents a unique solution for those struggling to keep their kids learning virtually.
Central Florida school districts offer parents help with virtual school struggles
For example, Orange, Seminole, Lake, Volusia, and Osceola counties can provide laptops and portable internet hotspots to students who do not have their own.
How families with fewer resources can make virtual school work for their child
Dr. Lauri Campbell believes that families who have fewer recourses and who don't feel comfortable sending their kids to face-to-face school can make virtual learning work.
In-school learning v.s. virtual school: What is the best route for your little learner?
Many parents have battled with the touch decision of whether to have their kids learn at home or in school.
Expert suggests home classroom, daily routine, and structure for those learning from home
Don't let them stay in their pajamas all day, have them follow a structure of classes like a typical school day, and keep the pace moving consistently.