NYC Schools Reopen For Pre-K, Elementary Students

The video discusses the partial reopening of schools in New York City amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Mayor Bill de Blasio had previously closed schools due to rising cases, leading to public backlash as businesses remained open. Approximately 190,000 students will return to classrooms, with special needs programs reopening soon. Plans for middle and high school reopenings are still being developed.

Why did Mayor Bill de Blasio decide to shut down in-person learning?

• To renovate school buildings

• To save on school expenses

• Because of rising coronavirus cases

• Due to a lack of teachers

What was a major criticism of the decision to close schools?

• Schools were closed while bars and restaurants remained open

• Schools were closed only in certain neighborhoods

• Schools were closed without any prior notice

• Schools were closed but online learning was not provided

How many students are expected to return to the classroom?

• 50,000 students

• 1 million students

• 190,000 students

• 500,000 students

When are programs for special needs students expected to reopen?

• On Thursday

• Next Monday

• Next month

• In two weeks

What is the current status of reopening plans for middle and high schools?

• They are still being developed

• They are reopening next week

• They are fully reopened

• They are permanently closed