NYC Prepares To Send 700,000 Students To Schools This Fall

Mayor Bill de Blasio announced that 75% of students in New York City have opted to return to in-person classes this fall. The city's virus rate has been under 3% for the past two months. A vaccine is expected during the school year, which will help return to normalcy. The city has implemented a hybrid learning plan to prevent overcrowding, with students attending school on certain days and learning virtually on others. Safety measures, including face coverings and regular disinfection, will be in place for both students and teachers.

What is expected to happen during the course of the school year regarding a vaccine?

What measures will be taken regarding face coverings and school disinfection?