Philly schools plan to dramatically scale down virtual learning after MLK day
This week, more than 100 district schools were virtual because of staffing shortages during the omicron surge. Next week, just eight are on the list.
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A few students from Lea Elementary School in West Philadelphia gather at a home for online learning with other kids. (Kimberly Paynter/WHYY)
Philly schools plan to dramatically scale down virtual learning after MLK day
This week, more than 100 district schools were virtual because of staffing shortages during the omicron surge. Next week, just eight are on the list.
3 years ago
81 Philly schools going virtual due to omicron-related staff absences
A spike in COVID cases has led to staffing challenges at district schools. Dozens will be virtual until at least Friday.
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Philly teachers union calls for week of virtual learning to bolster COVID measures
The president of the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers says schools should have N95 masks, good ventilation, and more COVID-19 testing.
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