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NANCY BAILEY: The Gamble: Reflections Concerning School Openings During Covid-19

The Gamble: Reflections Concerning School Openings During Covid-19

The Gamble: Reflections Concerning School Openings During Covid-19



Covid-19 is a trial when it comes to public schooling. Everyone wants their public schools to open safely, for students to socialize, learn about wonderful subjects, play sports, and work with teachers who care for them.
It’s been vividly displayed during this pandemic; how much parents rely on public education. Schools are where children are fed, and where their social-emotional needs are met beyond home.
But it is difficult to resume schooling in a way that is normal during the pandemic. Here are reasons why more time is needed to ensure that schools are safe.

Dr. Anthony Fauci says teachers will be “part of an experiment.” 

In a recent interview with AFT President Randi Weingarten, 
Many look to Dr. Fauci as the voice of reason during this pandemic, but his choice of CONTINUE READING: The Gamble: Reflections Concerning School Openings During Covid-19