Lockhart ISD to provide wireless internet for students, staff
The district says the total cost, which includes the setup fee, installation of routers in up to 500 homes and internet service for the first year, is just under $450,000.
The district says the total cost, which includes the setup fee, installation of routers in up to 500 homes and internet service for the first year, is just under $450,000.
Round Rock ISD food service employee tests positive for COVID-19
The district says in a letter to parents and guardians that the employee is a food service worker who recently prepared and distributed curbside meals at Anderson Mill Elementary.
The district says in a letter to parents and guardians that the employee is a food service worker who recently prepared and distributed curbside meals at Anderson Mill Elementary.
FOX 7 Discussion: College students handling COVID-19 changes
Psychology expert Dr. Glenn Albright joins Marcel Clarke to talk about college students and their mental health as classes move online due to COVID-19.
Psychology expert Dr. Glenn Albright joins Marcel Clarke to talk about college students and their mental health as classes move online due to COVID-19.
UT Austin confirms more participants and more COVID-19 cases from spring break trip
Officials now say that 211 students were on the March 14-19 trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and of that number 49 have tested positive.
Officials now say that 211 students were on the March 14-19 trip to Cabo San Lucas, Mexico and of that number 49 have tested positive.
UT Austin: 49 students test positive for COVID-19 after traveling to Cabo San Lucas for Spring Break
Most of the students were on a trip organized by travel vendor JusCollege, which included students from other colleges and universities.
Most of the students were on a trip organized by travel vendor JusCollege, which included students from other colleges and universities.
Austin ISD to remain closed "for an indefinite period of time," says superintendent
Cruz made the announcement in a letter, saying that AISD's 129 campus buildings will remain closed "as part of the district's ongoing efforts to slow the spread of the COVID-19."
Cruz made the announcement in a letter, saying that AISD's 129 campus buildings will remain closed "as part of the district's ongoing efforts to slow the spread of the COVID-19."
Interview with University of Texas at Austin baseball head coach David Pierce
Head coach David Pierce, like many of us, is trying to balance staying safe and responsible during the COVID-19 pandemic while also trying to do his job.
Head coach David Pierce, like many of us, is trying to balance staying safe and responsible during the COVID-19 pandemic while also trying to do his job.
Fort Worth ISD moving to a pass or fail grading system
The Fort Worth Independent School District is getting more equipment to help students learning from home. It’s also moving to a pass or fail grading system in an effort to make sure students don’t fall behind during this health crisis.
The Fort Worth Independent School District is getting more equipment to help students learning from home. It’s also moving to a pass or fail grading system in an effort to make sure students don’t fall behind during this health crisis.
Coronavirus outbreak spurs local business owners and researchers to innovate
Ramsey and his crew went to the hospital to deliver 150 meals to hospital personnel. That job is keeping his business open and his employees working. He also plans to expand to other hospitals.
Ramsey and his crew went to the hospital to deliver 150 meals to hospital personnel. That job is keeping his business open and his employees working. He also plans to expand to other hospitals.
44 UT Austin students have COVID-19 after spring break trip
Two weeks ago, amid the coronavirus pandemic, about 70 students from the University of Texas at Austin partied in Mexico on spring break.
Two weeks ago, amid the coronavirus pandemic, about 70 students from the University of Texas at Austin partied in Mexico on spring break.
California schools to remain closed for duration of academic year amid coronavirus crisis
California school districts on Wednesday began announcing the unwelcome but not unexpected news that they will remain closed for the rest of the academic year.
California school districts on Wednesday began announcing the unwelcome but not unexpected news that they will remain closed for the rest of the academic year.
UT Austin moving classes online for remainder of spring, summer semesters
UT President Gregory Fenves announced the move in a letter, saying UT is asking students not to return to campus after March 30 unless there is a specific need and if they have living arrangements elsewhere.
UT President Gregory Fenves announced the move in a letter, saying UT is asking students not to return to campus after March 30 unless there is a specific need and if they have living arrangements elsewhere.
Google to provide high quality internet access, chromebooks as California schools remain closed
Students in California won’t be returning to school this academic year due to the coronavirus pandemic. But students will continue with their classwork from home, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Students in California won’t be returning to school this academic year due to the coronavirus pandemic. But students will continue with their classwork from home, according to Gov. Gavin Newsom.
Round Rock ISD distributing Chromebooks to students needing access to online learning
Curbside distribution began Tuesday and will continue through Friday, April 3. Teacher-led, at-home instruction begins on April 6, says RRISD.
Curbside distribution began Tuesday and will continue through Friday, April 3. Teacher-led, at-home instruction begins on April 6, says RRISD.
SeaWorld provides online learning resources for students, teachers, and parents during COVID-19 outbreak
"SeaWorld’s distance learning resources can help everyone continue to explore, discover and stay connected in a fun and inspiring environment," the park stated.
"SeaWorld’s distance learning resources can help everyone continue to explore, discover and stay connected in a fun and inspiring environment," the park stated.
Texas head football coach Tom Herman talks about next season, Ehlinger's COVID-19 GoFundMe
Herman is preparing for the upcoming season but is also keeping football in proper perspective.
Herman is preparing for the upcoming season but is also keeping football in proper perspective.
Investigation underway after young travelers return from spring break, test positive for COVID-19
Currently, 28 young adults on this trip have tested positive for COVID-19 and dozens more are under public health investigation.
Currently, 28 young adults on this trip have tested positive for COVID-19 and dozens more are under public health investigation.
University of Texas at Austin Tower lit up to celebrate first day of online learning
In a statement online, UT President Gregory Fenves said, “Monday is a continuation of your studies as well as a new beginning. You will rise to the occasion and thrive in your academic work."
In a statement online, UT President Gregory Fenves said, “Monday is a continuation of your studies as well as a new beginning. You will rise to the occasion and thrive in your academic work."
PenPal Schools offers free access during COVID-19 pandemic
Through PenPal Schools, children collaborate through online projects ranging from human rights and the environment to robotics, all while practicing reading, writing, and technology skills.
Through PenPal Schools, children collaborate through online projects ranging from human rights and the environment to robotics, all while practicing reading, writing, and technology skills.
Pflugerville ISD adds dinner to free meals distributed at schools
This program serves students 18 and younger regardless of Pflugerville ISD residency or enrollment.
This program serves students 18 and younger regardless of Pflugerville ISD residency or enrollment.