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California immunization rates drop 40% during pandemic
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Parents fearful of exposing kids to Covid-19 may be putting them at risk for other diseases.Featured in Category
PUSD juggles budget uncertainties; starts planning for re-opening schools
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Budget picture and school re-opening plans remain works in progress.Featured in Category
PUSD under pressure to deliver better learning experience this fall
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An update on the school re-opening task force’s work and a summary of the ThoughtExchange survey results will be presented at the June 10 board meeting.Featured in Category
Witter Field reopens
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Some areas around Witter will remain closed until the District develops plans and schedules to sanitize facilities for safe use.Books
PHS and MHS staff share reading recs about race
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In a letter addressed to high school families, school principals encourage families to discuss the legacy of racism in this country.Featured in Category
The 10s (Building) comes tumbling down
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Construction projects continue to move forward without delay. The STEAM building is on track for completion this Fall, and the theater is expected to open a year later.California
Complex health considerations make reopening California’s schools a challenge
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Doctors urge schools to reopen, but some parents are reluctant to put children at risk.Featured in Category
TPH: Teachers leaving amid COVID-19 pandemic
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The PHS newspaper reports that for those departing, the reasons vary -- some are related to the pandemic, and some for personal reasons or because contracts were not renewed.education
