Coronavirus: The debate over reopening America’s schools
All of Vox’s coverage on the complicated reopening of schools during the Covid-19 pandemic.
As back-to-school season approaches and the coronavirus pandemic continues to rage on, the debate surrounding whether or not to reopen US schools in the fall is heating up. Some are arguing that reopening schools is essential for economic recovery, for working parents, and for children’s learning, while others are worried about the safety risks when it comes to coronavirus transmission.
States and cities across the United States are handling the complicated decision in different ways. Some K-12 schools are not reopening at all in the fall, citing the surging coronavirus cases across the country, and sticking with virtual learning in order to mitigate the spread of Covid-19. Students and faculty at many American universities have also shared concerns about the dangers of returning to college campuses in the fall; some colleges have elected to stick with virtual learning for the fall semester while others are attempting to open up for in-person classes. And many school districts are exploring hybrid options that offer a combination of in-person and virtual learning.
Here you’ll find all of Vox’s coverage on how America’s schools are approaching reopening this fall amid the coronavirus pandemic.
- July 28
Pandemic learning “pods” don’t have to be just for the rich
How to make education more equitable during the Covid-19 crisis. - July 18
Many schools aren’t reopening in the fall. Now what?
How to help parents and kids when schools are closed, according to experts. - July 16
America’s child care problem is an economic problem
"Families are not okay," one expert says. It’s making the economic crisis way worse. - July 15
The key lesson from school openings abroad: Contain the virus
If schools in America do reopen, other countries have some best practices worth adopting. - July 10
The debate over reopening America’s K-12 schools, explained
Solving the school problem is crucial for parents and kids. Here’s what experts say would help. - July 9
I’m an epidemiologist and a dad. Here’s why I think schools should reopen.
Six questions about the safety of kids, teachers, and families, answered. - July 8
Reopening schools safely is going to take much more federal leadership
Getting schools open again can be done, but it’ll take a lot of money and a real plan. - June 26
Colleges say campuses can reopen safely. Students and faculty aren’t convinced.
Campuses plan to open with widespread testing, socially distanced classrooms, and mandated masks, but will that be enough to curb an outbreak? - May 28
The US should prioritize reopening schools, not salons and restaurants
America can (and should) save small businesses with money, but schools are what teach kids to read.
