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Pandemic challenges for arts extracurriculars in mid-Michigan schools
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a new set of challenges for the performing arts. In mid-Michigan, K-12 school districts have adapted their fine arts extracurricular programs through virtual performances and rehearsals to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Some students who used to complete schoolwork early while classes were face-to-face have said they now find themselves waiting until the last minute to watch pre-recorded lectures and complete assignments.
Remote learning challenges Michigan college students’ time management skills
COVID-19 concerns drive Richmond schools to extend online and in-person options
Richmond Community school district board reevaluated its Extended COVID-19 Learning Plan via Zoom at the school board’s regular meeting on March 22. The board decided to continue options for both in-person and virtual learning.
Remote learning creates challenges for Michigan high school seniors preparing for college
As high school seniors across Michigan approach graduation, many have spent most of their school year in front of a computer screen. School districts throughout the state had implemented remote learning to slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect students, teachers and staff.
What top Michigan teachers say must happen for safe in-person classes
Several of the state’s best K-12 front-line instructors, designated as top teachers in various award competitions, say how they think that can happen safely. Some have already been teaching in person. Others are waiting to return.
Incoming and current freshmen at Michigan State University are eager for in-person classes
On March 5, Michigan State University President Samuel L. Stanley announced in an email that 75% of undergraduate classes would be offered in-person for the fall of 2021.
Award-winning teachers say what a longer post-COVID school year would need
Michigan Schools Superintendent Michael Rice has floated the idea that, to help students catch up on instruction lost during the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021-2022 school year be extended. Here, award-winning teachers from throughout Michigan react to or propose ideas for that suggestion.
Lansing schools unveil modified safe learning plan for March 22 reopening
The Lansing School District Executive Board said schools are set to open on March 22. Board of education members recommended the Safe Learning Plan via Zoom at the school board’s Feb. 18 meeting.
Let us play: High school athletes rally at the Capitol to restart sports seasons
Michigan high school athletes and supporters rallied at the Capitol Jan. 30, appealing to the governor to end the COVID postponement of sports.
Press Releases
InterOperate Sponsors Business Leadership Events at Queens University of Charlotte
InterOperate Smart Home, a Charlotte-based smart home company, is sponsoring a series of business leadership events at Queens University of Charlotte on Sept. 13, 2022.
InterOperate CEO Gives Back to his Alma Mater Through the Maverick Passport Project
Michael Blakely, CEO of InterOperate, University of Nebraska Omaha class of 2014 and repeat study abroad participant is helping sponsor the Maverick Passport Project. Blakely and his company are helping current Mavericks study abroad through their donation to fund UNO students obtaining their first passports.
InterOperate and MediaValet announce partnership
InterOperate, a workflow automation through system integration company, and MediaValet Inc., a leading provider of enterprise digital asset management (DAM) and creative operations software, have partnered to accelerate and increase the number of integrated solutions available to organizations.
InterOperate surpasses 75 platforms they can integrate between
In their pursuit to best serve their customers, InterOperate, a workflow automation company, has surpassed 75 of the most in-demand platform integrations requested by customers.