Educators know that in-person learning is best for all students, and that’s why CEA has been at the forefront of ensuring safe teaching and learning environments for our students and teachers. Safety is and must remain a top priority as we return to all in-person classes in the fall, and we urge all school districts to follow the CDC’s new guidance to ensure that everyone in our school communities is safe.
The new guidelines underscore the need for consistent prevention strategies in school settings, especially those with unvaccinated individuals, and strategies include mask wearing, social distancing, hand washing, cleaning protocols, and adequate ventilation to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our schools. We must all work together to advocate for policies that prioritize safety, especially for our most vulnerable students.
