The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that schools strive to reopen in the Fall, but there is hesitation from families and teachers alike. The Cribsiders speak with Dr. Sharfstein, a public health expert and pediatrician, regarding the importance of reopening schools for children, what criteria need to be met prior to opening, and how to keep children and teachers safe. Tune in to learn transmission amongst children, how other countries have reopened, why to cohort children, and how the primary care pediatrician can assist in the coming school year!   Credits Producers & Writers: Edward Corty, Nicholas Lee MD Infographic: Nicholas Lee MD Cover Art: Chris Chiu MD Hosts: Justin Berk MD, Chris Chiu MD, Edward Corty Editor:Justin Berk MD; Chris Chiu MD  Guest(s): Joshua Sharfstein MD   Sponsors Pediatrics On Call podcast by the American Academy of Pediatrics If you provide medical care to children, Pediatrics On Call — the new podcast from the American Academy of Pediatrics — will help you do it better. Each week, hear the latest news and research on children's health, on topics from obesity and mental health to keeping the kiddos safe when they’re stuck at home. Subscribe from your favorite podcast provider or find the latest episodes here.   VCU Health CE We are excited to announce that the Curbsiders are now partnering with VCU Health Continuing Education to offer FREE continuing education credits for physicians and other healthcare professionals. Check out curbsiders.vcuhealth.org or cribsiders.vcuhealth.org!   Time Stamps Introduction 1:00 How to answer “What do you think about school openings?” 11:30 Risk Assessment of School Re-openings 14:40 Evidence of Transmission among Children 17:10 What Other Countries Have Done 19:40 Community Threshold for Re-Opening and Using Protocols 20:30 The Reasons to Cohort 22:45 How to Address Scenarios 24:20 Health Disparities and Return to School 27:00