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Wednesday

Don't Call It A Comeback: School Districts That Never Opened Are Having Trouble Now

Chicago Teachers Union leaders appear outside City Hall with a list of their demands and a box of coal in December. As of Tuesday, the union has failed to reach an agreement with Chicago Public Schools on a return to in-person learning. Max Herman/NurPhoto via Getty Images hide caption

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The Coronavirus Crisis

Don't Call It A Comeback: School Districts That Never Opened Are Having Trouble Now

About a third of U.S. students haven't had a single day in a classroom since March 2020. Coming back now — with the virus still spreading and teachers pushing back — hasn't been easy.

Don't Call It A Comeback: School Districts That Never Opened Are Having Trouble Now

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Monday

Education Pick Miguel Cardona On Biden's Promise To Reopen Schools

Miguel Cardona, President Biden's nominee for U.S. education secretary, speaks during a December event announcing his nomination. Nicholas Kamm/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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President Biden Takes Office

Education Pick Miguel Cardona On Biden's Promise To Reopen Schools

President Biden pledged to reopen most of the nation's K-12 schools during his first 100 days. When asked if that goal was "too optimistic," Cardona said, "No, I think it's strong leadership."

Tuesday