WS/FCS Superintendent Shares Vision For Improving Equity, Accelerating Learning
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools has been navigating a pandemic with a new superintendent. Tricia McManus has been at the helm since November.
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WS/FC Schools Seeks Public Input On Spending Federal COVID Funds
School districts across the state are making plans for additional federal funding they will receive to help address the impacts of the pandemic.
GOP Bill Mandates Equal Time For Political Viewpoints In NC Public Schools
Some members of the North Carolina GOP want public schools to provide what they're calling “balanced political discussions” in classrooms.
Bill To Stagger Terms On WS/FC School Board Surprises Some Members
A statehouse bill introduced last week would mandate staggered terms for members of the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Board of Education. This came as news to some board membe
State Opens COVID-19 Vaccine Window For Teachers
North Carolina moves into Group 3 vaccinations Wednesday, a group that includes child care workers and educators.
Chicago Teachers Union OKs Deal To Return To Class, With Vaccines Promised
The agreement calls for Chicago Public Schools to provide "at least 1,500 first vaccine doses per week" to employees, with second doses guaranteed.
More WS/FC Schools Students Will Head Back To Classrooms This Month
Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools is continuing with its plan to bring back more students for in-person learning.
Under Pandemic Stressors, NYC Special Ed Teams Vow To 'Put The Children First'
Emma Pelosi and Debra Fisher, who work with children with special needs at separate New York public schools, find support from each other through the challenges of getting kids back to school.
WS/FCS Superintendent Recommends 'Slow Transition' Back To Classrooms
Some of the youngest students in the Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School system could be heading back to the classroom beginning next month.
As Georgia Governor Calls To Reopen Schools, Largest District Will Teach Online Only
Public schools in Gwinnett County will move online this fall. The district's superintendent said most everyone will have the Internet but he "can't guarantee" reliable access for all.