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Parents concerned about student safety after photo of Metro Detroit school surfaces online
Read full article: Parents concerned about student safety after photo of Metro Detroit school surfaces onlineMACOMB, Mich. As students are starting to return to school across Metro Detroit, photos online has left at least one Macomb County father worried about the school year. The private Macomb school only offered in-person learning for the 2020-21 school year. In a statement, the school superintendent said they tried to put the best plans in place but are still subject to change. Weve had our first few days of school and our first look at these plans with students in the building. Our teachers are committed to the plans that we have in place to help keep our students and our teachers safe.
Central Michigan University threatens to suspend partying students amid pandemic
Read full article: Central Michigan University threatens to suspend partying students amid pandemicMOUNT PLEASANT, Mich. – Central Michigan University school officials are threatening to suspend students who attend large parties as cases of coronavirus spike on campus. A video surfaced online showing police breaking up a party at the Deerfield Village Apartments near campus in Mount Pleasant. Aug. 22, 2020: Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19) cases up to 96,024; Death toll now at 6,389In a letter to students, the university said it may fine or suspend students who take part. “The actions of a few selfish students have ruined an entire year for thousands of their peers,” the letter said. The school requires mandatory self-screening every day for students and staff.
View list: Michigan school district return plans for 2020-21
Read full article: View list: Michigan school district return plans for 2020-21(Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)Heres a table of select Michigan districts listing how each plans to start the 2020-21 academic year, and a link to their website or official plan. Hybrid start means the district is offering virtual, in-person or a mix of both options to start the academic year. Please contact us with updates on districts or information from districts that we are missing.