Kids

Philly is one of the worst cities for asthma suffers, but studies are showing it’s not a big COVID-19 risk factor.

Advocates worry that school districts will begin offering limited support to special education students. They’re especially worried about families waiving their rights.

Some other states have rolled out new funding or relaxed requirements.

Some situations, like broken bones, clearly call for in-person visits. Others are not so obvious. Here’s some advice for parents.

State officials ordered most child care providers to close, but those based in a provider’s residence are exempt from the regulations.

“It just shows the resilience of art teachers. We are scrappy, used to being ignored, so we fight to make our programs happen no matter what.”

Intended to protect the physical health of young patients at behavioral facilities, the guidelines can exact a toll on their mental health, too.

April Hall, a busy magazine editor, has added “homeschool teacher” to her workload. The results have been mixed.

“Right now, we have a lot of invisible kids that are at great risk,” said Scott Hollander, executive director of KidsVoice, a Pittsburgh-based nonprofit.

The coronavirus shutdown is creating challenges across the child welfare system, with no past practices to review for advice.

Elmo, Rooster and Cookie Monster are doing their part to help keep kids safe as the coronavirus pandemic grinds on.

With your help, we plan to update the list as we become aware of additional worthwhile resources.

With services to support the learning and development of special needs children on hiatus because of the coronavirus, families try to fill the void.

Delaware has more than 1,000 child care facilities. They are reeling, but many remain open with reduced enrollment as coronavirus infects more across the state.

We talk to Philadelphia School District Superintendent William Hite about how the district is supporting students and get tips for parents on coping during this trying time.