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Distance Learning Begins as Schools Close Their Doors

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The chalkboard in Emily Weitz and Christian McLean's Sag Harbor home outlines the class schedule for March 13.

The chalkboard in Emily Weitz and Christian McLean's Sag Harbor home outlines the class schedule for March 13.

Isla McLean works on the day's lessons remotely.

Isla McLean works on the day's lessons remotely. Emily Weitz

Kendall Riley reads

Kendall Riley reads "The Pidgeon Stay Up Late" to her three year old brother, Sebastian. Cailin Riley

Claire Riley, a kindergartener in Mrs. King's class at East Quogue School, enjoys a fruit snack while working on her site words.

Claire Riley, a kindergartener in Mrs. King's class at East Quogue School, enjoys a fruit snack while working on her site words. Cailin Riley

Kendall Riley, a third grader in Mrs. Luckingham's class at East Quogue School, works on her lessons remotely.

Kendall Riley, a third grader in Mrs. Luckingham's class at East Quogue School, works on her lessons remotely. Cailin Riley

Kendall Riley shares one of her favorite books.

Kendall Riley shares one of her favorite books. Cailin Reilly

Kathryn G. Menu on Mar 27, 2020
In many ways, it felt like any other Monday for a kindergartener at Sag Harbor Elementary School. Nina McLean attended Morning Program, with her older sister, Isla, a fifth grader,... more

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