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Sponsored by: OTELCO

As children return to school, many parents are worrying about the incidence of COVID-19 while grappling with face mask requirements, the possibility of remote learning and other concerns.

For now, most Maine school districts are holding class in person, usually with masks on. But keeping schoolkids safe is keeping parents busy, and that could affect work schedules and productivity for businesses.

Should classes go hybrid or schools close, the toll could increase. Nationwide, hundreds of school districts have recently shut down classes that have barely begun.

Are you concerned about a potential COVID-19 spike in Maine schools, and how it might affect your business?
Yes (61%, 161 VOTES)
No (39%, 104 VOTES)
Poll Description

Sponsored by: OTELCO

As children return to school, many parents are worrying about the incidence of COVID-19 while grappling with face mask requirements, the possibility of remote learning and other concerns.

For now, most Maine school districts are holding class in person, usually with masks on. But keeping schoolkids safe is keeping parents busy, and that could affect work schedules and productivity for businesses.

Should classes go hybrid or schools close, the toll could increase. Nationwide, hundreds of school districts have recently shut down classes that have barely begun.

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2 Comments

  • September 9, 2021

    Maine's Covid case numbers, hospitalizations, and people on ventilators are dramatically higher than last year at this time. Will the school kids be sent home? Well if they are not, then it proves that the shutdown last year was more about the election than public health concerns. Buckle up since cold and flu season is coming up!

  • September 8, 2021

    Poorly worded question. I cannot vote because, yes I am concerned that there will be a spike that will affect our children but, no I am not worried it will affect my business.