“As a society, we need to acknowledge that many of our schools, especially those in more vulnerable communities, are under-resourced and under-funded,” Amirian said, adding that “asking those schools to implement extensive preventive strategies and reopen safely for in-person instruction in the midst of high community transmission is unrealistic, especially if there is no societal commitment to give them the support and resources they need to do what needs to be done to keep students, staff,...
And as Bhuyan noted, failure to do so might lead to further disparities between students based on their economic status. “A lot of the safety protocols that school systems need to put into place take resources,” she said. “It's the lower-income schools that don't have as many resources and might not be able to implement those protocols.”By now, you’re probably a pro at wearing a face mask, washing your hands, and maintaining enough distance from other people.
According to Dr. Purvi Parikh, an allergist and immunologist with Allergy Asthma Network, it’s worth making sure your friends and classmates are staying safe, too. “I would try to be an advocate, and encourage your friends back to act responsibly — I know I have to do it with my own family members and friends and other people that I interact with on a daily basis,” she said., Dr. Parikh suggested seeking out the help of someone you trust who can serve as a proxy for you.
Bhuyan was careful to note that you should still find creative ways to socialize with classmates and friends, because that can be key in maintaining your mental health during the pandemic. “High school and college are going to look different, but I still want students to stay connected with each other in creative ways,” she said.
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