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Brynn Mechem
August 28, 2020

Sarasota schools in need of musical instruments

Music teachers have started a grassroots effort to collect enough instruments for all their students, because of sharing limitations brought on by COVID..

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Brynn Mechem
August 27, 2020

Sarasota schools prepare for students' return

From social distancing to masks and desk barriers, here's what your child can expect as they return to campus:

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Brynn Mechem
August 27, 2020

Doctors say returning to school for most is safe

Local experts say kids don't get COVID-19 frequently and those without risk factors are safe to return to brick-and-mortar.

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Brynn Mechem
August 24, 2020

Fab Lab students create site to help elementary kids learn about COVID-19

The site, created to be a storybook, follows Arthur the Knight as he explains COVID-19 to students.

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Brynn Mechem
August 20, 2020

Facebook group helps teachers get supplies for new year

Adopt a Sarasota County Teacher Facebook Group allows residents to gift teachers with necessary back to school items.

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Brynn Mechem
August 18, 2020

Edwards, Rose win Sarasota County School Board seats

Karen Rose has worked in Sarasota County Schools for 28 years. Businessman Tom Edwards will replace incumbent Eric Robinson.

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Brynn Mechem
August 18, 2020

Sarasota School Board revises face mask policy

The new policy requires all students and staff to wear snug-fitting, non-porous face masks.

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Brynn Mechem
August 10, 2020

Asplen sworn in as Sarasota County Schools superintendent

Brennan Asplen said he's ready to begin work to ensure a safe reopening of schools.

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Brynn Mechem
August 6, 2020

Sarasota Military Academy will launch COVID-19 tracing program

The school used its Operation Outbreak program to help prepare for its newest program which will allow real-time tracking of symptoms for students and staff..