Multnomah County health expert weighs in on reopening, in-person learning
Dr. Ann Loeffler supports bringing kids back into the classroom. She says there s strong data that shows it can be done safely. Author: Brittany Falkers Updated: 7:01 PM PDT March 16, 2021
MULTNOMAH COUNTY, Ore. The Multnomah County Health Department will work with Portland Public Schools as the district works to bring children back into the classroom. Gov. Kate Brown wants all Oregon schools to reopen with at least some in-person learning by April 19.
Multnomah County Deputy Public Health Officer Dr. Ann Loeffler believes it is the right call.
“I’m a big proponent of safely getting everybody back into the classroom. There are certainly lots of students who have suffered using remote learning, virtual learning, and it’s super important that everyone be kept safe,” Dr. Loeffler said. “So, whether that’s the vaccinations for the teachers and staff, masking