Is your kid’s lunch safe to eat? Expert food safety tips for back-to-school meal prep Friday, August 25 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- Although lunch boxes and insulated containers to ensure temperature control have largely taken the place of brown paper bags at lunchtime, there are still a few easy-to-follow food safety practices that every parent or guardian should keep in mind before sending... Read More.
All of Tri-County area now “back-to-school” Thursday, August 24 by Louise BennettDUBOIS – All of the Tri-County area is now back into “school mode.”The “back-to-school” week process is wrapping up today as students and teachers at Jeff Tech, as well as the Curwensville, Ridgway, and St. Marys area school districts head back to the classroom... Read More.
“Back-to-school day” has arrived for multiple Tri-County area schools Wednesday, August 23 by Louise BennettDUBOIS – “Back-to-school day” has arrived for students, teachers, and staff in the DuBois, Brockway, Brookville, and Clearfield area school districts.The return to classrooms for thousands of students across the Tri-County area today will mean a noticeable increase in vehicle and foot traffic.City of... Read More.
What parents should know before sharing back-to-school photos online Tuesday, August 30 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- It's become a cherished tradition among parents every August and September: sharing back-to-school photos on social media with family members and friends as a new school year kicks off.The trend has been a mainstay on social media, with parents posting pictures... Read More.
Nevada official laments teacher, staff shortages ahead of back-to-school season Thursday, August 4 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- As students plan a return to the classroom, gearing up with new notebooks and cool backpacks, some schools could still be trying to find their teachers.The labor shortage hit schools especially hard last year and now some states are warning that... Read More.
Back-to-school costs are skyrocketing. Here’s how to save with tax-free holidays Monday, July 25 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- From books to clothing to electronics, back-to-school shopping is around the corner for many families.According to new survey data from the National Retail Federation, American families are expected to spend over $860 this year on school supplies. But with inflation... Read More.
Nearly 252,000 children in US test positive for COVID-19 amid back-to-school season Thursday, September 9 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- As millions of students return to classrooms, the U.S. is facing its most significant pediatric COVID-19 surge yet, with a record number of American children now testing positive for the virus every week.In the last week alone, nearly 252,000 children in... Read More.
Is delta more dangerous for children? Pediatrician answers top back-to-school questions Thursday, August 5 by ABC News(New York) — With the hyper-transmissible delta variant driving a new COVID-19 surge, many families are wondering if it's safe to send young children back to school for in-person learning.Once again, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending that adults and children... Read More.
Children remain unvaccinated as delta variant surges, back-to-school concerns Thursday, July 29 by ABC News(UNITED STATES) -- With the COVID-19 delta variant surge once again prompting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to recommend masks indoors for teachers and other vaccinated school employees, many parents are left wondering if the new landscape of the pandemic means it's... Read More.
Target, Staples, Barnes & Noble And More Offer Back-To-School Discounts For Teachers Wednesday, July 28 by ABC News(NEW YORK) -- As the end of summer approaches, teachers are already preparing for the school year ahead, which is happening again this year amid the COVID-19 pandemic.To help teachers, select retailers are offering special back-to-school deals and discounts. Here are some of the... Read More.