Worried Teachers Want to Know: What Happens If I Get Sick?

Across the country, districts are still shaping their reopening plans based on state guidance and the coronavirus trends in their area. Ten of the 15 largest school districts in the country have opted to begin the school year remotely, according to Education Week’s tracker. Others are planning to have students return to school buildings for some or all days of the week. Still, in many places, teachers are preparing to head back into classrooms without any guarantee that they will stay healthy. They have a broad array of concerns… How will their districts ensure their safety? And if they do get COVID-19 on the job, how will their districts take care of them? | Education Week, July 28