So Ellegiers, who has a background in structural ... focused way," said Akers. Other teachers at the school have since added a mix of standing and sitting desks. The concept hits close to home ...

Palm Beach County public schools' communication woes continued this week as district officials gave conflicting versions of new rules on which desk shields teachers may use in classrooms.

Teachers are being told to remove homemade desk shields from their classrooms after Palm Beach County public school leaders decided some partitions could violate fire codes or impede air circulation.