As a parent, you're probably right in the middle of the dialogue, confusion, and debate about schools reopening. I've been watching the discussion, news briefs, interviews with experts and pediatricians for the past two weeks. Honestly, it's quite contradictory. Medical experts suggest that co-vid has not been transferrable through children as much as adults but then again, they admit children haven't been tested to the same degree. Educators and school personnel want to be protected and know first hand how difficult it is within school environments in preventing the spread of other viruses such as the influenza or contagious illnesses like strep throat or "pink eye." It is serious and requires reflection and good judgment. One pediatrician interviewed on a national network mentioned that every school district and student demographic has different needs. Thus state and district leaders should be allowed to formulate their reopening plans based as such. Just released yesterday, schools in our nation's capital will reopen with 2 days in class, 3 from distance schedule. Many are uncomfortable with the rush for in-person instruction. Parents are wondering what will happen with siblings and whether it's still "too soon." Some are resorting to home schooling until there's a vaccination.
What are your district's plans? Do you know you have options?