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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This is just based on my experience of course.  First, when it became obvious that the pandemic would be a crisis well into the fall, the school system clearly communicated that online school would continue until January and be evaluated at that time.  There was no discussion of hybrid schools etc. when it was obvious that would not happen in our area.

Second, I am happy with the rigor of the curriculum as well as the various discussions school counselors have had with the kids about feelings and coping with  difficulties.  Third, I am happy with the social opportunities the kids have had facilitated by the school.  I’m happy with how much clear communication we have received.  My kids go to two different schools and both have made the best of a bad situation.  Kudos to our kids and our administration![/quote]

OP, that's great and kudos to PG County Public Schools!

There are many reasons why keeping public schools closed is justified, but there negative consequences of continued closure that go well beyond parental "convenience." The key in bringing stakeholders together is clear and consistent messaging, managing expectations, recognizing how hard this is on everyone, and encouraging everyone to come together, rather than trying to dictate what is best.  It sounds as though PG County is succeeding as a result of clear communication and strong leadership. Other districts should learn from them, because that's where I think other districts have failed. It's not necessarily the decision to keep schools closed that is tearing communities apart, but the way in which the struggles of students and families have been dismissed as invalid. [/quote]

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