COVID Causing Staff Shortages In Missouri Schools

COVID-19 continues to create staffing problems within Missouri’s schools. State Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Spokeswoman Mallory McGowin says a shortage of teachers is putting schools in a tough position…

McGowin says other teachers or workers might end up filling in during their downtime or planning time – contributing to the burnout and stress the school workforce is feeling. She says some school leaders might be forced to close their doors for a day or two due to staffing problems and possibly make up the school days at the end of the year.