None of these studies directly addresses the impact of reopening schools on the spread of Covid. In nearly all countries, they observed, schools adopted safety measures, including face masks and social distancing. In Israel, students and staff wore masks after schools reopened in early May. According to Haaretz, outbreaks began soon after, exposing thousands at schools to infection, causing many of them to close down again. It also reveals how unenforceable the health guidance schools are receiving can be.

Source: New York Times July 29, 2020 09:00 UTC