Quote: wrencat1873 "So, do you think that schools will function anything close to normality, either in terms of the curriculum on offer or, in relation to the number of kids attending and staff, able to work as normal ?
Why do you choose to single teachers out here, is it because, we all now appreciate the work done by the NHS and they are the next "easy target".
For many people, working from home, is a much easier option.
Where working from home is an option, the diligent ones, still put in a shift and make a good contribution for their employer but, lets not pretend that everyone working from home offers the same output as they do in the workplace.
It does seem to be accepted that teenage pupils and those approaching sixth form / uni, do indeed carry and pass on the virus and much as it doesn't suit your agenda, consideration should be given to teachers and pupils alike.
Just take a peek at the absentee numbers if you need to know anything else
However your "solution" is to insist that all schools carry on as "normal" regardless of the consequence.
You should probably take issue with your local MP and the government as to why, having agreed to fund some tech for kids that dont have any, they then slashed this agreed budget by 80% but, dont let this stop you with your tirade against the teaching profession.'"
Commercial businesses fund themselves it is very likely that if there isn't the work then the commercial business will reduce the headcount. Most businesses have seen improvements in personnel working from home.
It seems to me most teachers are catching it from each other because the wont stay in their bubbles? School attendance is c88% not sure what a normal attendance would be c95%? How many kids are not allowed back because their parents are keeping them off school?
There are plenty of working environments where people are at risk yet they are continuing - why are teachers always the first to cry wolf!!
Teaching seems completely the opposite and they seem the only group wanting their place of work closed - but they also want 100% pay - go figure.
If the syllabus is the same for each exam board surely you can have the same on line lesson for all schools - Macbeth is the same no matter which school you go to - the text doesn't change.