As part of our new Ask 2 series, the newsroom will answer your questions about all things Houston. Question: Will CISD provide tablets or laptops to students choosing to take online classes? The CFISD Board of Trustees approved the purchase of portable electronic devices for students and LTE internet access for students this week. All of our students need quality instruction from their teachers, said Dr. Linda Macias, CFISD chief academic officer. In addition, CFISD is piloting a program to broaden its reach by installing WiFi on buses, according to a press release.

The Cleveland Independent School District announced the suspension of all student activities through Sunday, July 5 after two families report positive tests for COVID-19. The positive tests are associated with CISD band, cheer, and athletic summer programs, CISD Superintendent Chris Trotter said in a letter to parents Saturday. I have deemed it to necessary, in the best interests of all students and staff, to suspend all student activities through Sunday, July 5, 2020, Trotter said. District officials will offer an update Wednesday. As always, the safety and health of our students and staff are the priority during this outbreak, Trotter said.