Hundreds of schools in Scotland will be closed as support staff enter a second day of a three-day strike in 24 of the country's 32 councils.
Thousands of pupils have been told to stay at home as members of the union Unison walk out in their row over pay.
A renewed offer from Cosla and last-minute talks over the weekend failed to halt action from the union with the largest representation.
Unite and GMB have suspended strike plans while members are consulted.
