After a maintenance issue closed Harrison-Morton Middle School for repairs in mid-February, students and staff learned virtually for eight days. Last week, they returned to in-person learning at temporary sites throughout Allentown.
Southern Lehigh Superintendent Michael Mahon remains on administrative leave following public criticism of his performance from the school board president last week.
In June, alumni of PBS39's long-running "Scholastic Scrimmage" high school quiz show will come together for networking and a screening of a documentary to celebrate the 50th anniversary.
Staff members also said a teachers' union representative told them they could lose their jobs if they spoke to reporters about the building challenges.
Students have been learning online since last Wednesday. Teachers are reporting to other schools throughout the district to lead their online classrooms.