It’s Not a Matter of If Schools Will Open, But How, Says DeVos

The transcript discusses the importance of schools being fully operational, guided by education and community leaders. It emphasizes a health care prescription from the surgeon general, urging individuals to assess their circumstances and community virus spread. It highlights the need to consider school activities and the necessary accommodations for success. Education leaders are encouraged to evaluate real data and risks, considering physical, mental, and social-emotional factors, as well as lost opportunities for vulnerable students and those with disabilities.

What is the primary responsibility of education and community leaders according to the first section?

• To ensure schools are fully operational

• To provide financial support to schools

• To develop new educational curriculums

• To organize community events

Which of the following is NOT part of the three-step approach to health assessment?

• Implementing new teaching methods

• Evaluating community virus spread

• Considering school activity types

• Assessing individual circumstances

What should education leaders examine to make informed decisions?

• Historical data from other countries

• Real data from their own states and communities

• Trends in global education

• Opinions from social media

Which factor is NOT mentioned as a risk to consider in the third section?

• Social-emotional development

• Social media influence

• Mental health

• Physical health

Why is it important to consider lost opportunities for students?

• They can lead to financial losses for schools

• They affect the most vulnerable students and those with disabilities

• They increase the workload for teachers

• They result in higher dropout rates