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Ryan Delaney/St. Louis Public RadioSt. Louis County school districts are sending some elementary school children back to the classroom after health officials said young children account for far fewer new coronavirus cases than teenagers. Early childhood researchers warn that virtual learning can harm the emotional health and education of young students more than that of older students. -
File Photo | Wiley Price | St. Louis AmericanAll middle school sports and some high school competitions will be allowed to resume Monday, although high school football is most notably excluded.
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Most public schools in St. Louis and St. Louis County remain closed to protect student and staff health. Recreation and youth centers are expanding hours to take in students so they have a place to complete virtual lessons.
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Missouri high schools have canceled a slew of college fairs this semester because of the coronavirus. Now, the college fairs will be absorbed into one virtual event.
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Some districts are bringing students back to classrooms but some schools have already had to close because of possible virus exposure.
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Some reopening schools in the St. Louis area are trying to make use of whatever grass and outdoor space they have, banking on it being a safer place to bring students back than indoors.
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Health departments in the St. Louis region are counting on school districts to track how the coronavirus is spreading within their hallways. In some districts, teachers and school bus drivers will keep detailed seating charts and daily logs of students’ activities.
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There is no obvious benchmark for school leaders to use to decide whether it’s safe for teachers and students to be in classrooms together.
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Wentzville’s 17,000 students are some of the first and the few in the broader St. Louis region to return to school in person. It’s an experience that’s being missed for most public school children and parents in St. Louis and St. Louis County.
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The National Science Foundation has awarded Harris-Stowe State University $342,699 to provide students with research opportunities, experience and mentors. About 40% of African American college students who study science, technology, engineering and math switch their majors before graduating. Harris-Stowe professors say the program could keep Black students focused on STEM and prepare them for rewarding careers.
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Robert L. Williams II, who founded Washington University's Black Studies program, was a strong and nurturing man who inspired students and cared deeply about Black literature, dance and theater. Williams, who coined the term "ebonics," died last week.
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After testing more than 3,500 residential students for the coronavirus, St. Louis University officials say fewer than 1% tested positive. But some students worry that in-person classes may not be safe.
