internet connectivity
Internet connectivity has improved in Whatcom County, but many gaps remain
February 25, 2021
Jacqueline Allison
One year into the COVID-19 pandemic, many more students in Whatcom County are able to connect to the internet for remote learning, thanks to communitywide efforts, particularly in rural communities with limited or no internet options. Still, a clear digital divide remains.
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Students, teachers step up to remote-learning challenges — with help — as school year begins
September 4, 2020
Matt Benoit
School districts have worked since spring to ensure they’re adequately prepared for the 2020-2021 school year. Many, including here in Whatcom County, are receiving local, state and federal funding to help build infrastructure for remote learning.