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Teachers and staff criticize sudden switch from Zoom to Teams, cite lack of training
Summary
Multiple speakers raised concerns about the district's abrupt transition from Zoom to Microsoft Teams, saying staff and parents received little training and that required trainings were scheduled during instructional time, causing strain ahead of parent‑teacher conferences.
Several speakers, including union and teacher representatives, criticized the district's rapid move from Zoom to Teams and said training and communication were inadequate. A Teachers Association representative said teachers learned that Zoom would be restricted to the free 40‑minute version and that Teams would replace it, but training was offered only during instructional hours with no substitute coverage.
"The shift from Zoom to Teams may provide cost savings, but the rollout was not planned thoughtfully," Maureen Curasqueray said, describing late notice to teachers and parents and training scheduled during class time. A CSEA representative and a classroom teacher also raised concerns that employees who work outside or do not have devices would be unable to join Teams meetings without proper support. Melissa Smith said staff were told to use Teams for parent conferences occurring next week but had received little or no training.
Speakers urged the district to provide timely training, device support and better advance notice to avoid lost instructional time and parent confusion.
