As fear about the novel coronavirus has gripped communities throughout the country, the Alhambra Unified School District has grappled with how to inform students and parents about the realities of the illness while combating misinformation and fear-based rumors. But district officials say there are no plans to close any schools, a decision authorized only under emergency. There are none in San Gabriel Valley,” Alhambra schools public information officer Toby Gilbert said. The spread of misinformation about the virus has created a panic, leading some to point fingers at those of Asian descent. Alhambra appears to be the only school district in the area with such a prominent placement of information about the virus.

Source: Los Angeles Times February 04, 2020 21:51 UTC