MEA Survey: class sizes, testing and more needs to change for school in the fall
The highest was in elementary schools where 97 percent of responders said it would be difficult to keep students socially distant. READ: Ann Arbor Public Schools: Classes to start on Aug. 31In addition, 90 percent said schools would need smaller class sizes. The MEA is also planning to lobby Congress and Legislative leaders for more funding, particularly through the CARES Act. Without direction from state or federal leaders it could very well leave districts and their students across the state in limbo. The survey now heads to the Governors School Reopening Task Force for review.
CDC releases guidelines to reopen schools this fall
Many of the guidelines seem tough to implement and many parents were quick to express their displeasure on social media. Its important to note that the guidelines arent requirements and are just recommendations. READ: Ann Arbor Public Schools: Classes to start on Aug. 31Madeline Brown is going to be a senior at Lamphere High School. She expects school to be a little like what her 17th birthday party was like on Thursday -- with people trying to keep a safe distance. RELATED: West Bloomfield School District releases framework for next school yearHead of the Michigan Education Association Paula Herbart expects to see coronavirus guidelines in school but says there simply isnt enough space, staff or buses to implement the CDCs suggestions.