"NYC's Winter Storm Remote Learning Experiment Falters"

New York City officials decided to replace snow days with online learning, but the plan was marred by technical issues, preventing many students and teachers from logging in. While some parents appreciated the structure it provided, others expressed frustration, and some districts have reverted to traditional snow day policies. The decision to forgo snow days has sparked debate about the impact on students' mental health and the effectiveness of remote learning, with concerns raised about the readiness of technology contractors like IBM.