Teachers strike ending after overnight deal reached

Details: The exact terms of the "conceptual agreement" have not yet been disclosed, per a statement from Columbus City Schools.

• Union members will meet this weekend and are expected to vote in favor of ratifying the agreement.

What they're saying: "The last few months have been devoted to finding resolution and a strong plan forward with the Columbus Education Association (CEA) in shared support of our children," Jennifer Adair, the school board president, said in a provided statement.

• Adair said the contract "recognizes the Board's commitment to improving our student outcomes, the essential work of CEA members and strengthening our learning environments."
• CEA Spokesperson Regina Fuentes said in a statement, “We recognize the sacrifices students, parents, and teachers alike have made during the last three days as we fought for the schools Columbus students deserve."

State of play: Students will continue with online instruction through the end of this week and return in-person next Monday.

• The school year began yesterday with hundreds of substitutes and nonunion staff members conducting online instruction.
• Dozens of local libraries and community centers chipped in to provide computer stations and meals to students in need.

Yes, but: The first day of virtual learning did not go smoothly.

• Supt. Talisa Dixon acknowledged the district "fell short in some areas" after parents complained of technical difficulties and slow loading times.