Kansas became the first state in the nation Tuesday to declare its schools would close for the remainder of the school year.
By now, a majority of states have closed their schools, though to a lesser degree.
The disruption will be immense and strengthens the argument for year-round school so that when a crisis such as the COVID-19 or a natural disaster occurs, children can get back on track with their education as soon as possible.
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