Detroit Public Schools Weigh Remote Learning

The Detroit Public Schools Community District has asked board members to consider a shift to part-time remote learning.

COVID-19 cases are increasing at an exponential rate — causing health concerns and staffing problems. The idea is that going remote one day a week could perhaps help with both. 

Seven Action News has learned the Detroit Public Schools Community District sent an e-mail out Tuesday morning — asking school board members for their input. School Board Member Sherry Gay-Dagnogo says it asks: Should the district go to remote learning on Fridays for a period of time?  

"Making sure we do what is necessary and securing the safety of all of our students and staff,” Gay-Dagnogo said. “That will require looking at an alternative scheduling model.”