Deborah Gatrell: I felt better prepared going into combat than into school

Teachers, like me, are speaking out on the importance of a safe return to school this fall because we care deeply about our students and their families.We know families are under-resourced for at-home learning, so we’re prioritizing a return to in-person instruction as soon as conditions allow.Concerns about learning loss are valid. The Philippines cancelled in-person school until there is a vaccine.We also recognize many Utah districts gave up on public health guidance from medical expert