Amid 40% Rise Of Coronavirus In Kids, School Return Gets Bumpy Start

The transcript discusses the impact of COVID-19 on schools, highlighting closures in Georgia due to virus cases and the challenges of ensuring safety in schools. It addresses the higher infection rates among children and racial disparities, particularly affecting Latino families. The importance of safety protocols, such as mask-wearing and cleaning, is emphasized, with examples of successful in-person instruction in Ohio. The need for careful planning and adherence to guidelines for safe school reopening is underscored.

What challenges are schools facing in relation to COVID-19 and in-person classes?

Discuss the disparities in COVID-19 impacts on different racial groups as mentioned in the text.

How has the pandemic affected the rate of COVID-19 cases among children?

What evidence is provided regarding the effectiveness of safety protocols in schools?

What measures are being taken by schools to ensure safety during in-person learning?