COVID-19, Children, and Returning to School

As fall approaches, what does COVID-19 mean for returning to school?

Join Respiratory Health Association, school officials, and mental health experts for a special, free webinar Thursday, August 13, 2020 at 11 am CDT to address what parents, teachers, and children should know heading back to the classroom this year. From health concerns for both kids and teachers living with lung disease like asthma — to anxiety over new procedures — learn what to expect returning to school. The webinar will cover how Chicago Public Schools is preparing to create a safe learning environment and how parents can help their children feel comfortable about returning to school.

Presenters include:

Erica Salem, MPH
Senior Director, Strategy, Programs and Policy
Respiratory Health Association

Ken Fox, MD
Chief Health Officer
Chicago Public Schools

Alexa James, MS, LCSW
Executive Director
National Alliance on Mental Illness - Chicago

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