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A student works on a laptop at University High School in Tucson, March 2019.

TUSD expedites laptop order to support at-home online learning

Superintendent Gabriel Trujillo also discusses his hopes the district can hold graduation ceremonies in May.
A row of empty lockers in a hallway at Marana Middle School.

Extended school closures expose digital divide among Arizona families

A discussion with schools chief Kathy Hoffman about the challenges students face.
A view of downtown Tucson from Stone Avenue, March 30.

Adapting to life under social distancing

Plus, answers to listeners' COVID-19 questions, food bank use doubles, weddings rescheduled, and a reminder about library resources.
TUSD Superintendent Gabriel Trujillo addresses members of the media April 17, 2018, at the district administrative offices.

TUSD Superintendent Trujillo on school closures amid COVID-19 pandemic: 'It's the right call'

The head of Tucson's largest school district discusses how TUSD is responding to an unprecedented situation.
A school bus stops at an intersection on Tucson's northwest side.

Despite school closure, high school seniors will get to graduate

Whether or not they collect their diplomas in a cap and gown is up in the air.

Staying Calm During Crisis: 5 Tips for Self Care

Ways teachers can find calm to get through digital school and the virus scare.

At-Home Learning Tips From an Educator Mom

During this time of at-home learning, rest assured, you can do this!
Students and families receive packaged meals from Tucson Unified School District workers who are distributing meals along the district's bus routes during closures associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

TUSD distributes thousands of meals in Grab-and-Go program

Students sent home because of the COVID-19 pandemic can still receive breakfast and lunch from their districts.
A line of lockers at a high school.

Arizona schools will stay closed through the end of the school year

Gov. Doug Ducey and Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman made the announcement Monday morning.
File image of a row of lockers in a school.

Arizona schools will stay closed through the end of the school year

Gov. Doug Ducey and Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman made the announcement Monday morning.
Students and families receive packaged meals from Tucson Unified School District workers who are distributing meals along the district's bus routes during closures associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

TUSD distributes thousands of meals in Grab-and-Go program

Students sent home because of the COVID-19 pandemic can still receive breakfast and lunch from their districts.
File image of a student using a computer mouse in class.

Some families face barriers as schools transition to online instruction

A discussion with Pima County School Superintendent Dustin Williams.
A closed sign at the University of Arizona student union. Classes have all moved online for the spring semester.

COVID-19 redefines the semester: One UA student's perspective

In this radio essay, an AZPM student production assistant describes her experience balancing classes and a pandemic.
Typing on a computer keyboard.

New law to increase internet access for rural and tribal communities

The COVID-19 pandemic is underlining the importance of broadband services, but some communities can't get a dependable connection.
The Ott Family YMCA is one of the locations open for emergency child care services.

Tucson YMCA, Boys and Girls Club offering child care for essential workers

A director at the YMCA said they're hoping to address the need created by school closures.
Professor Michael Sulkowski says it's important for parents adjusting to school closures and working from home not to try and be an expert teacher and to be a parent first.

Advice to parents: Listen, be flexible and cut yourselves a break

A school psychology professor offers suggestions to parents during school closures related to the new coronavirus.

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