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[quote=Anonymous]For the record, here is what public health authorities actually say about reopening schools:

Children's Hospital of Pennsylvania:  https://policylab.chop.edu/sites/default/files/pdf/publications/PolicyLab-Policy-Review-Evidence-Guidance-In-Person-Schooling-COVID-19-Nov-2020.pdf

Key points include that schools have reopened successfully where there is low community transmission (like DC in August) and "it appears that a higher case incidence
might be tolerated for in-person learning in some settings—particularly for younger children—and with continued adherence to strong school safety plans. "

In addition, CHOP states that "Most school-associated transmission has occurred outside of school or
because of poor adherence to masking protocols. "  Notably the poor masking was by the ADULT STAFF - not the kids.

"Research Finds that the Risks of Reopening were Exaggerated"

https://www.npr.org/2020/10/21/925794511/were-the-risks-of-reopening-schools-exaggerated

Key point:  "Despite widespread concerns, two new international studies show no consistent relationship between in-person K-12 schooling and the spread of the coronavirus. And a third study from the United States shows no elevated risk to childcare workers who stayed on the job."

Finally, "Schools Need to be Bolder about Reopening"
https://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2020/11/03/schools-need-to-be-bolder-about-reopening.html

Key points:  Dr. Ahish Jha, dean of Brown School of Public Health, states "There’s no doubt in my mind that schools need to be bolder than they’re being. There is a large mental health cost to children. And we know this is going to very substantially widen the achievement gap between wealthier/white students and poorer/students of color. The effect is going to be felt for a very long time."

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