COVID-313 Community Coalition Virtual Town Hall Week 13

Jun 19, 2020

COVID313 Town Hall Education Update: Online Learning This Fall

What about parents that fear for their children returning to class?

David Hecker of the American Federation of Teachers Michigan and Ralph Bland of New Paradigm for Education Charter Schools believe distance learning will have to be part of the plan.

Hear what they have to say in this highlight from the latest COVID313 virtual town hall meeting.

You can also hear from Jametta Lilly of the Detroit Parent Network, who gives the latest details regarding the Detroit Public Schools Community District’s summer school plans and with how tablets and food will be distributed this coming month.

Please join the COVID313 Virtual Town Hall for Families and Students every Thursday from 12-2pm, featuring experts talking about coronavirus, education and school updates, accessing basic needs, and keeping your family healthy.

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