Parents concerned coronavirus school closures will harm student education

Schools have closed around the country, leaving many parents concerned about their child’s education.

Nearly every school in the nation has opted to close to stop the spread of the coronavirus. According to a poll released Tuesday by Gallup, 42% of parents are worried the decision could stunt their child’s education, including 15% who are “very concerned.” One-third of respondents reported that they are “not too concerned” about the situation negatively affecting their child’s education while 26% are “not concerned at all.”