Families without internet access at home might be eligible for 60 days of free internet service through the Comcast Internet Essentials program. Customers who sign up will receive 60 days of complimentary service. To qualify, customers must be eligible for public assistance programs such as the National School Lunch Program, Medicaid, or SNAP. Customers can sign up for the service by visiting www.internetessentials.com or calling (855) 846-8376 for English or (855) 765-6995 for Spanish.
Comcast has also made additional Xfiniti wifi hotspots available to non-subscribers. Public hotspots are available in businesses and outdoor commercial areas. For more information and to view a map, please click here.
Advanced Placement
This year’s AP exams will occur May 11-15 and May 18-22, with a make-up exam option of June 1-5. The complete exam schedule can be found here. The College Board also produced live AP review videos, called AP Live, that are free for students. These mobile-friendly courses are delivered by AP teachers from across the country and are designed to be used alongside work that may be given by schools. Each class will be recorded and available on-demand so teachers and students can access them at any time. The classes will focus on reviewing the skills and concepts from the first 75% of the course. There will also be some supplementary lessons, including topics from the final 25% of the course.
IB Diploma Programme
The May 2020 examinations as scheduled between April 30 and May 22 for Diploma Programme candidates will no longer be held. IB will share full details and FAQs on their website by March 27, 2020.
Televised Curriculum
WHYY has expanded its televised educational programming to accommodate students and families. In addition to expanded programming, WHYY offers suggestions for activities for children as well as resources for educators. Click here for information, and view a week of the programming schedule here.