Millburn School Technology Teacher Sings About Remote Learning

MILLBURN, NJ — "When adversity occurs, people rise to the occasion in their own way or style," said Hartshorn Elementary School Principal Ken Frattini this week. He was talking about the school's technology facilitator, Mr. Eric Demel, who used his time at home to get creative.

As the schools continue distance learning, Demel composed a song about the practice. Click the video to watch, and comment below.

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Students will continue remote learning through next week, and then get a break. Spring Break in the Millburn public schools runs from April 6 through April 10.

"This has been a stressful time for our families, students and staff," wrote Superintendent Dr. Christine Burton in her newsletter this week. "It is time to take a breath, and a break from daily structure, to enjoy some rest and relaxation time with your families. Celebrate the spring holidays in new and innovative ways."

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