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educationhealth2 years ago•3 min saved

Charleroi Area School District switches to remote learning due to student flu outbreak

The Charleroi Area School District in Pennsylvania has switched to remote learning after nearly 100 students experienced flu-like symptoms. Over 30 students were sent home, some requiring hospitalization. This decision follows outbreaks in schools across the nation, with some areas reporting up to 40% of students absent due to illness. The district does not plan to return to virtual learning this week but encourages parents to be cautious. The 2022-2023 flu season is one of the worst in the past decade, with millions of symptomatic cases reported so far.

via Daily Mail|

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education2 years ago•4 min saved

"High Absenteeism Plagues Portland Public Schools During Make-Up Days"

Approximately 20% of students in Portland Public Schools, or about 9,000 students, were absent on the first day of a make-up week that was originally scheduled as winter break but repurposed to make up for lost school days due to a teacher strike. The district expects both student and educator absences to increase throughout the week, potentially straining the school system. While some schools faced challenges finding enough substitute teachers, no buildings were closed and significant disruptions were avoided. The make-up week is particularly important for high school students who need to accumulate credits and prepare for pre-college tests.

via OregonLive|

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