Teachers' Unions Across the Country Demand School Shutdowns over Low-Risk Omicron

Teachers' unions across the country are demanding that schools shut down in favor of virtual learning amid concerns over the low-risk omicron variant of the coronavirus.

The Chicago Teachers Union voted 73 percent in favor of not returning to school until their demands are met.

American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten, who the left has tried to portray as a "Champion" for reopening schools but who has also worked tirelessly to keep schools closed, maintains that while "No one wants schools closed" they cannot be opened until all the demands are met and Lightfoot moves "Heaven and earth to get it right in Chicago."

Philadelphia unions are also at odds with school official, with FOX 29 describing the teachers' union as "Livid." The school district has at least 84 schools that will operate virtually for the time being due to positive coronavirus tests.

Access to COVID-19 vaccination and free testing at all schools, including weekly pool testing; N95 masks and in-home test kits for students and staff, as well as a requirement that N95 masks be worn by all in school buildings, regardless of vaccination status; continued social distancing and improved ventilation; a prohibition on large group gatherings, combined classes, and dual teaching; and a prohibition on requirements that staff use sick time for quarantines.

A city Department of Education spokesperson said that "All of the data shows that the safest place for children is inside a school and we're working with our school leaders to ensure they are fully prepared to welcome back students and staff safely in-person on Monday."

Education advocacy organization Free to Learn tweeted of the school closings that "It's anti-science and punishes student who have already suffered devastating learning loss over the last nearly two years."

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