Closing schools can slow the spread of disease and, in turn, save lives. Sunday afternoon Rochester Public Schools Superintendent, Michael Muñoz addressed the media to reiterate the governor's call of action to close schools, to avoid the spread of COVID-19. On Thursday night, the Rochester Community Schools District announced it would be closing all schools and providing remote learning for all students. With many districts still finalizing how they may reopen, President Donald Trump has ramped up pressure to get public schools back in business, threatening to withhold federal funding from those that don’t resume in-person classes. Main entrances would be redesigned to better monitor and control visitor access. ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WHEC) — All 22 public school districts in Monroe County will be closed indefinitely beginning Monday because of the coronavirus pandemic. Rochester Public Schools - LIVESTREAM School Board Meeting ... Rochester Public Schools ISD535 1,388 views. 1:59:38. and radio stations. Weather-related school and business closings for the greater Rochester area In the event that schools are closed due to severe weather or other emergency situations, an announcement will be made on local T.V. "But only if the federal government steps up to the plate." But it also causes huge disruptions, especially for children who depend on the free and reduced-cost meals they get at school. KTTC talked with RPS parents on their thoughts of the closures. A new legislative package in Washington would allocate $175 billion to schools to help cover the cost of PPE, physical barriers and other supplies needed to safely reopen, while COVID-19 remains a public health threat. Decisions on school closings have to be made very early in the morning, and weather conditions in Rochester can change drastically before students actually begin traveling to school.

Rochester (WHAM) - As coronavirus concerns spread across the county and New York State, school districts are preparing for potential school closures and to have students learn online.

ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) – Monroe County Executive Adam Bello announced Saturday that all 22 public schools in Monroe County will be closed starting Monday, March 16, until further notice. Without evidence, he’s accused Democrats of wanting schools closed because of politics, not health. The first question also supports improvement to school entrances to meet our current safety standards. "I think its the right move. Once complete, all visitors to Rochester Public Schools would be routed through a school’s main office before gaining access to the rest of the school. Find out why Close. Visalia USD School Board Meeting - …

My background is in epidemiology. "We can open our schools on time and open them safely," said Schumer.