To the editor:<\/b>\u00a0One problem frequently cited as a reason not to open schools is space. Social distancing requirements would be difficult to meet if students congregated in classrooms.<\/p>\n
Hotels and motels were opened to homeless people and healthcare providers. This arrangement helped those businesses stay open.<\/p>\n
Similarly, why not use restaurants as classrooms? They have tables and chairs that can be spaced far apart, restrooms that can be supplemented with portable units in the parking lot, food services, water and air conditioning.<\/p>\n
Renting the spaces might help keep these businesses alive too. Movie theaters might also be considered as facilities that could meet our educational needs.<\/p>\n
Jennifer M. Rapaport, Los Angeles<\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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