The start of the new school year hasn’t been without complications. The start of COVID-19 outbreaks are forcing some classes, and even entire schools, to temporarily switch to virtual learning. So far, hundreds of positive COVID-19 cases have been reported in districts around the state. How and when to close schools is a decision that’s left to the districts and it can be hard to find consistency. The patchwork approach to quarantining and closures is leaving parents confused.
COVID-19 outbreaks in NJ classrooms, decision left to the districts
Parents are left watching and waiting to see if and how districts will react to cases
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Joanna Gagis joined the NJ Spotlight News team in 2018. As a Senior Correspondent, her coverage includes education, health care, the environment, New Jersey politics and more.