Back-To-School Policies Vary On New CDC Guidance

The video discusses the varying mask policies across states and districts as COVID-19 cases rise. The CDC has reversed its guidance, now recommending masks in schools. States like Alabama leave decisions to districts, while Georgia mandates masks. Some governors oppose mandates, leaving choices to families. Legal actions are underway in California and Missouri against mask mandates. The CDC continues to recommend vaccines for those 12 and older.

What recent change did the CDC make regarding school policies?

• They recommended closing schools.

• They advised against any masking.

• They reversed their guidance to recommend masking in schools.

• They suggested online classes only.

Why is it difficult to generalize COVID-19 policies across the country?

• Because the CDC has not issued any guidelines.

• Because policies vary significantly by state and district.

• Due to the uniformity of district policies.

• Because all states have the same policies.

What is suggested as a strategy for implementing school policies?

• Start with no measures and increase them over time.

• Begin with strong measures and ease them as transmission decreases.

• Implement the same measures nationwide.

• Avoid any measures until cases rise significantly.

How are some states responding to the CDC's updated guidance?

• By enforcing a nationwide mandate.

• By reviewing and adjusting their policies.

• By closing all schools indefinitely.

• By ignoring the guidance completely.

What legal actions are being taken in response to mask mandates?

• Governors are suing the federal government.

• Schools are suing parents for not complying.

• Parents are filing lawsuits against mask mandates.

• The CDC is suing states for non-compliance.