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NJ Spotlight--Children and Coronavirus: So Much Still Unknown as Schools Head for Reopening
Early talk said kids weren’t facing the same risks. Now, experts say they do — as well as lingering effects if they become ill
Lilo H. Stainton | August 3, 2020 | Coronavirus in NJ, Education
Star Ledger--COVID-19 does not spare children| Opinion
As educators consider whether and how to reopen schools this fall, they should be mindful of the science, says Lawrence C. Kleinman, M.D, M.P.H., F.A.A.P., a key COVID-19 researcher.
https://connect.nj.com/staff/njoslguest/posts.html
Lawrence C. Kleinman| Star-Ledger Guest Columnist| Posted Aug 02, 2020
The Atlantic--There Are Other Options Besides Reopening Schools
Alternative solutions to parents’ dilemma just require more time, money, and imagination.
Ashley Fetters| July 31, 2020
NPR--Overwhelmed, Stressed, Scared: School Nurses Brace for the Fall Semester
Clare Lombardo| July 31, 20208:44 AM ET
Insider NJ--Pennacchio: Governor Must Address Special Needs Students’ Education Immediately
When Special Ed Students Fall Behind, ‘Catching Up’ is Very Difficult
Insider NJ| August 2, 2020
Education Week--Map: Where Are Schools Open?
State-by-state map of where school buildings are open or closed
https://www.edweek.org/ew/section/multimedia/map-covid-19-schools-open-closed.html
Education Week|Updated: July 31, 2020
Edutopia--How to Help Students Get Used to Masks
In many places, students returning to school buildings will be required to wear masks. These strategies can help elementary students adjust.
https://www.edutopia.org/article/how-help-students-get-used-masks
Lori Desautels| July 31, 2020