Challenges, questions as special education shifts to homes during statewide school closure
Often one-on-one, moving special education services like counseling and therapy to homes is another challenge for families.
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Reporting on education in New Orleans and across Louisiana. This category explores how policies, leadership, and community voices shape the experiences of students, teachers, and families—covering everything from classroom challenges to school reforms and success stories.
Amid pandemic, class of 2020 awaits graduation requirements
With schools closed for a month, and possibly longer, it’s unclear what seniors must complete to earn a diploma. The state will issue guidelines later this week.
Kennedy HS whistleblower sues charter group
After the employee went public, investigations at the Gentilly High School uncovered myriad graduation problems and many seniors had to return to complete summer coursework.
New Orleans schools meal service to go to two days per week, will still provide five days worth of food
Meal pickups will only be open Monday and Wednesday beginning next week.
NOLA Public Schools, charters work to feed students, provide internet, amid school closures
District and charter officials say they are screening workers for temperatures before preparing food.
With schools out, Governor waives LEAP, attendance requirements for academic year
Educators say the move takes pressure off of students and teachers alike in an unprecedented time.
NOLA Public Schools buys 5,000 wireless hotspots for students during statewide school closure
With public schools closed for a month, learning has largely shifted online.
Governor agrees to suspend LEAP testing
Schools are closed at least until April. Tests were set to begin at some schools by the end of March.
Schools provide student meals during statewide closure
Eight meal-distribution sites were up and running Monday with several more expected to open throughout the week.
Governor closes public schools statewide amid coronavirus outbreak
Schools will close starting Monday and remain closed until April 13.
