New Jersey Governor Murphy Backs Off Classroom Mandate

The transcript discusses the reopening of schools and colleges for the upcoming academic year, emphasizing the need for safety measures like social distancing. It highlights ongoing collaboration with educational leaders to ensure readiness and flexibility in plans. The unique challenges faced by different schools are acknowledged, with a focus on local control and decision-making. Flexibility is provided to parents and guardians to choose remote learning, and adjustments are made based on the latest science and data, including mandatory face coverings.

What conditions must be met for in-person instruction to resume in schools and colleges?

• No conditions are required.

• Social distancing and other protections must be strictly adhered to.

• Only vaccinated students can attend.

• Remote learning must be discontinued.

Why is there no one-size-fits-all plan for reopening schools in New Jersey?

• Because the government has not provided any guidelines.

• Due to the unique challenges and characteristics of each school district.

• Because all schools are the same.

• Because all schools are required to follow the same plan.

What is the New Jersey education system rooted in?

• A single statewide curriculum.

• International standards.

• Local control and decision-making based on local input.

• Federal control and decision-making.

What option is provided to parents and guardians regarding their children's education?

• They have no choice in the matter.

• They must homeschool their children.

• They can choose all remote learning for their students.

• They must send their children to school.

What recent safety measure was announced for students while in school?

• Mandatory face coverings for all students.

• No safety measures are required.

• Students must wear gloves.

• Students must carry hand sanitizers.