New York City Schools to Close Starting Monday: Mayor De Blasio

The transcript discusses the closure of public schools due to unprecedented events, starting from the next day. Schools will remain closed until after spring vacation, with a tentative reopening date of April 20th. However, there are many unknowns and challenges, and the possibility exists that schools may not reopen for the rest of the school year. This situation is described as painful for students, parents, and educators, but necessary given the circumstances.

What is the potential impact of closing schools for the entire school year?

What feelings does the speaker express about the school year being disrupted?