Ray Horner Show

As far as in-classroom education goes, school’s out for summer. Akron Public Schools superintendent David James gave an update on how the district is helping, especially with virtual learning and support at seemingly all hours of the day. He also touched on Teacher Appreciation Week and how the schools will manage the commencement ceremonies.

One of the great gems in the Akron area is the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, though train riders will have to wait until the fall to jump on board. CVSR president Joe Mazur talked about this difficult decision to shut down for the summer, not only due to keeping a distance, but their volunteer base are made up on mostly senior citizens.

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Kent State shootings, and while the on-campus commemoration events were canceled due to COVID-19, virtual events will take place. Dr. Mindy Farmer from Kent State University discussed the events of that day and how today’s students are learning the background and context.

9:09 - Speaking of colleges, the larger schools are facing their own hurdles, but what about the small schools. Hiram College is one of those smaller schools, and president Dr. Lori Varlotta discussed how they’re adjusting, from distance learning to enrollment, as well as their overall budget.

17:19 - All facets of education have changed during this lockdown, from the students to teachers to administrative staff. That includes the high school guidance counselors, who are typically busy with college entrance exams, SAT/ACT testing, among other points of interest. Brian Caperones from North High School went over the challenges he has on his plate.

Speaking of colleges, the larger schools are facing their own hurdles, but what about the small schools. Hiram College is one of those smaller schools, and president Dr. Lori Varlotta discussed how they’re adjusting, from distance learning to enrollment, as well as their overall budget.

Today marks the 50th anniversary of the Kent State shootings, and while the on-campus commemoration events were canceled due to COVID-19, virtual events will take place. Dr. Mindy Farmer from Kent State University discussed the events of that day and how today’s students are learning the background and context.

All facets of education have changed during this lockdown, from the students to teachers to administrative staff. That includes the high school guidance counselors, who are typically busy with college entrance exams, SAT/ACT testing, among other points of interest. Brian Caperones from North High School went over the challenges he has on his plate.

Perhaps you lost a loved one during this time, either due to Coronavirus or another disease, and you weren’t able to see him/her. No matter your relationship with that person, everyone deals with grief differently. David Bon is a grief counselor at Cleveland Clinic-Akron General, and he stressed the importance of self care.

:17 - The days of sitting in waiting rooms may be things of the past. Dr. Rob McGregor is the medical director from Akron Children’s Hospital discussed the changes at ACH’s facilities, from mask wearing to waiting in one’s car until the appointment time, to being screened before entering and changes in the maternity ward.

6:57 - Every industry in Ohio has been impacted by COVID-19 and the lockdown, but the strain has definitely been put on the farmers. Ty Higgins is with the Ohio Farm Bureau, and he answered questions that many have had on farm production in the state. Higgins discussed the pressure on the processing plants, the meat shortage that is becoming a reality, and the economic hit this is having on farmers everywhere.

17:33 - Another industry hit hard are the airlines. And not just the airline companies themselves, but the airports both large and small. On the smaller scale, Akron-Canton Airport has taken it on the chin, but they continue to stay creative and meeting guidelines to ensure safety, according to CAK president Ren Camacho.

The days of sitting in waiting rooms may be things of the past. Dr. Rob McGregor is the medical director from Akron Children’s Hospital discussed the changes at ACH’s facilities, from mask wearing to waiting in one’s car until the appointment time, to being screened before entering and changes in the maternity ward.

Will baseball have a season this year? And if so, can they get at least 100 games in and make people happy? That is all up in the air.

To tide of the baseball fans in the audience, Bob Ethington from the Akron-Summit County Public Library has some book recommendations for those who miss the days of The Babe, The Mick, and even Yogi Berra and Jackie Robinson.