‘Some students just cannot benefit from virtual learning’: Teaneck parents hold rally calling for in-person instruction
A group of parents held a rally Monday in Teaneck, calling for in-person instruction, as local educators have said they are pushing for all virtual learning.
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Aug 18, 2020, 9:59 AM
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10ds agoA group of parents held a rally Monday in Teaneck, calling for in-person instruction, as local educators have said they are pushing for all virtual learning.
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Some parents say that comes with technical issues, child care questions and concerns over students' motivation.
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"Some students just cannot benefit from virtual learning,” says parent Ginnine Fried. “Particularly, special education students. Special education teachers are angels and saviors, and frankly, I never missed them as much as I did last year when I had to become my son's teacher."
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"I have never experienced this in my life,” says Mason Fried, Ginnine’s son. “I need my education and also I miss my friends. I wish I can see them right now."
Teaneck school leaders have said they don't think in-person learning is safe.
Teaneck school leaders have said they don't think in-person learning is safe.
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