Florida Teachers Union Sues Governor Over School Reopenings

The Florida Education Association (FEA) has filed a lawsuit against state officials to prevent the full reopening of public schools, citing a violation of the state's constitution which mandates safe and secure schools. Amid a surge in COVID-19 cases, with over 360,000 cases and 5,000 deaths, FEA President Frederick Ingraham urges the governor to acknowledge the severity of the situation. The lawsuit challenges an emergency order by Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran, requiring schools to open five days a week. Some school boards oppose this, advocating for local decision-making. Governor De Santis claims the order was the Education Department's idea, while Corcoran states it was a collaborative effort.

What is the main reason the Florida Education Association is challenging the state's decision to reopen schools?

• Inadequate online learning resources

• Insufficient teacher training

• Violation of the state's constitution

• Lack of funding for schools

According to FEA President Frederick Ingraham, what should the governor do in response to the COVID-19 situation?

• Acknowledge the severity of the pandemic

• Increase funding for online education

• Hire more teachers

• Implement stricter lockdown measures

What does the emergency order issued by Florida Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran require?

• Schools to reduce class sizes

• Schools to offer only online classes

• Schools to open physically at least five days a week

• Schools to remain closed until further notice

What is the stance of some Florida school boards regarding the reopening of schools?

• They believe local officials should decide

• They support the state's decision

• They prefer a hybrid model of learning

• They want schools to open only three days a week

Who does Governor DeSantis claim was responsible for the idea of the reopening order?

• The Education Department

• The Florida Education Association

• The federal government

• The local school boards