Schools: From what we can tell based on what has happened elsewhere -- unless a child has another medical problem, the risk of death from #COVID19 for a child is not very high, but kids are potential carriers.
We have today again consulted with experts, so we are announcing today that children in the state will have an extended spring break of 3 weeks. We will review it afterwards. This will begin on Monday.
We will continue to consult with educators on this. We have to take this action. We have to do everything we can to slow down the spread of this virus.
We know #COVID19 will spread, but by slowing it down it'll allow our healthcare system to work. We don't want our healthcare providers to have to make the decision of who lives and who dies.
We know this will impact families. We understand the sacrifice this will entail, but this is the right thing to do. #COVID19 #COVID19OhioReady
At the close of school on Monday is when the school closure starts until April 3. All K-12 schools: Public, private, charter. #COVID19 #COVID19OhioReady
We have a responsibility to save lives. We could have waited to close schools, but based on advice from health experts, this is the time to do it. #COVID19 #COVID19OhioReady
