K-12 education Archives

Time off and start dates are main questions during JC Schools question-and-answer session

August 14, 2020 5:17 AM Ben Fein

The Jefferson City School District will host a “Back to JC Schools Re-entry Q&A” session via livestream late Friday morning.

Reopening plans for Mid-Missouri public schools

August 13, 2020 9:01 PM ABC 17 News Team

Schools are making plans to reopen as COVID-19 cases continue to increase quickly across the region.

WATCH: Fulton Public Schools superintendent talks student return

August 14, 2020 2:40 AM Brittany Wiley

Fulton Public Schools superintendent Dr. Ty Crain joined ABC 17 News This Morning to talk about the district’s return plans ahead of the 2020-21 school year.

Parents of students with disabilities prepare for changes to fall school year

August 13, 2020 8:01 PM Zola Crowder

For Columbia Public Schools, all students eligible for special education services have the option to come to the building, receive their special education services remotely, or both.

Columbia Public Schools opens fall class choice back up to parents

August 12, 2020 11:58 AM Zola Crowder

Columbia Public Schools is giving parents another chance to change their choice for in-class or hybrid learning before the school year starts next month.

Mayor Brian Treece talks about Columbia COVID-19 case

Columbia, Boone County leaders urge responsibility in COVID-19 fight as school year approaches

August 11, 2020 11:29 AM Matthew Sanders

Some of Columbia and Boone County’s top health and education leaders are set to meet Tuesday to discuss the recent COVID-19 health order and students’ return for the fall semester.

WATCH: Tolton Catholic president, principal talks students return, health protocols

August 12, 2020 2:27 AM Brittany Wiley

The President and Principal with Tolton Catholic is joining ABC 17 News This Morning to talk about the school’s return plans.

Boone County Commission approves $1.8 million in CARES Act funding for health department

August 11, 2020 11:49 AM Zola Crowder

The Boone County Commission approved $1.8 million in federal funds Tuesday for the Columbia/Boone County health department to hire more workers for the fight against COVID-19.

Moberly works to bring new company, 200 jobs to city.

WATCH: Moberly School District assistant superintendent talks reopening, health precautions

August 11, 2020 2:48 AM Brittany Wiley

The Moberly School District assistant superintendent will join ABC 17 News during the 6 a.m. hour to talk about return plans.

Columbia Board of Education pushes start date back to Sept. 8

August 10, 2020 11:26 AM Sydney Olsen

Columbia Public Schools leaders are working to narrow down what the beginning of the coming school year will look like.

WATCH: Southern Boone School District superintendent talks return plans

August 10, 2020 2:42 AM Brittany Wiley

Southern Boone School District’s superintendent says the district plans to have students back in the classroom when the school year starts in September.

CPS Board of Education to talk about return plans

August 10, 2020 5:29 AM Zach Boetto

The Columbia Public Schools Board of Education will talk about students’ and teachers’ return to classes at its meeting tonight.

Teachers want more information about classes amid COVID-19

August 7, 2020 8:16 PM Amber Tabeling

As the start of the school year is quickly approaching teachers still have many questions about what the year will look like.

WATCH: Centralia R-VI superintendent talks return to learn

August 7, 2020 2:23 AM Molly Stawinoga

Centralia R-VI School District’s superintendent joined ABC 17 News Friday morning to talk about the return to school this fall.

Guidance for schools released; Missouri governor encourages reopening of schools

August 5, 2020 8:48 PM Amber Tabeling

As the return to school is quickly approaching Governor Parson said on Wednesday he encourages children and teachers return to school.

Missouri governor says state better prepared to fight COVID-19 as schools look to reopen

August 5, 2020 2:48 PM Matthew Sanders

Missouri Gov. Mike Parson on Wednesday gave reassurances about the state’s ability to monitor and fight the COVID-19 pandemic as many schools prepare for a return to classes.

Columbia Public Schools to revisit fall re-entry plan

August 4, 2020 3:48 PM Nathalie Jones

Columbia Public Schools officials and board members will meet Tuesday to discuss the district’s plans to bring students and faculty back following recommendations for a delayed start date.

Columbia teachers’ union recommends later start date for in-person classes

July 27, 2020 8:08 PM Sydney Olsen

The Columbia Missouri National Education Association released a report Monday with recommendations for the start of classes at Columbia Public Schools.

FRIDAY UPDATES: Boone County Courthouse worker tests positive for COVID-19, many court cases canceled

July 24, 2020 11:39 AM ABC 17 News Team

Check back for updates on the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fulton Public Schools release re-entry plan for upcoming school year

July 24, 2020 2:12 PM Ben Fein

The district sent out an E-Mail this morning with the schools “Return to Learn,” plan.