Two aerosol experts at U-M share what steps teachers can take to make their classroom safer for students and themselves.

Two fifth grade students at Grand River Academy were hospitalized as a precaution after reportedly consuming marijuana edibles while at school.

With most students and educators returning to in-person learning this fall amid the ongoing pandemic, several questions still remain about how things will operate in the classroom.

Concordia University welcomes new MBA director to both of its campuses.

Concordia University welcomes new MBA director to both of its campuses.

Educators will need to show their teacher I.D. or tax-exempt paperwork to get supplies while they last.

City Year Detroit is a local branch of a nationwide nonprofit that places corps members into classrooms to mentor and work with children.

Two University of Michigan professors partnered with the 'nose of Ann Arbor' to bring students innovative, scent-based programming.

People protested Sunday outside Pioneer High School, pushing for Ann Arbor Public Schools to allow more students back into the classroom.

AAPS plans to reopen for hybrid learning for grades 4-12 on May 3.

Do you love teaching? Learn more about Concordia University Ann Arbor's teacher certification program.

Do you love teaching? Learn more about Concordia University Ann Arbor's teacher certification program.

ANN ARBOR – A GoFundMe organized by parent group Ann Arbor Reasonable Return has surpassed its $30,000 goal in under 24 hours. “Ann Arbor Reasonable Return is exploring all options to get relief for families in the Ann Arbor Public Schools who have been in virtual only learning since March 13, 2020,” reads the GoFundMe page. “We are raising funds for establishing a political action committee (PAC) that can then take steps like retain professional legal and lobbying counsel. According to the Board of Education, if they vote to keep school virtual, children with the greatest needs will be able to return to buildings at the end of March. AdCo-founder of Ann Arbor Reasonable Return Lena Kauffman said that the group is currently in the process of signing with the firm.

MACOMB COUNTY, Mich. – The push for school safety amid the COVID-19 pandemic has led one Macomb County student to expand his thinking about what a classroom could become. Chippewa Valley Schools has started face-to-face learning with elementary schools Wednesday and secondary students return Monday with its hybrid program. Mohawk Elementary School in the Chippewa Valley School District and has an outdoor classroom space that was designed by 17-year-old Mohawk alum Nate Lyons. It is now a viable space for children to learn. Lyons combined science with creativity to create the space.

ANN ARBOR – Who remembers field trips? Luckily, University of Michigan’s Matthaei Botanical Gardens staff are organizing virtual field trips for classrooms and groups. Virtual field trips are offered Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Here are the topics and recommended grade levels, according to its website:Roots and Shoots : Explore plants and their needs. For more information or to schedule a field trip, contact Youth Education Coordinator Liz Glynn at lizglynn@umich.edu.

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. School districts across the state have been having conversations about what to do for the 2020-21 school year. READ: Heres what Michigan school districts have planned for the fall amid the pandemicOne Metro Detroit superintendent said shes especially concerned. Dr. Jennifer Green, the head of Southfield Public Schools, said her community has been hit very hard by COVID-19, but shes worried nearly half of her students dont have the technology to learn from home. READ MORE: Return to SchoolLocal 4s Paula Tutman spoke with her about the tough decisions ahead. You can watch Paula Tutmans story in the video above.

DETROIT As summer classes continue, the Detroit Public Schools Community District has announced their plan for the fall semester. They hope to get even more students and teachers back into face-to-face learning. Watch the video above for the full reportREAD: Protesters block Detroit schools bus garage for 2nd day of in-person summer classesDetroit Teachers Union weighs in on planFor the first time, leaders of the Detroit Teachers Union are weighing in on DPSCDs plan for students to return to the classroom in the fall. Their biggest concern is making sure the district is listening to their concerns. READ: What the new school year will look like for Detroit public schoolsWatch the video below for the full report: