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Many schools are still closed weeks after Hurricane Helene

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76% Informative

Hurricane Helene wreaked havoc on homes, campuses and municipal power and water systems.

Some districts warn students will miss up to a month of school, others say they can't yet determine a timeline for returning.

The challenges come amid growing concerns about the impacts of climate change on students.

A natural disaster can wipe out 10% to 20% of child care providers.

Many already operate on thin margins, meaning a temporary closure can easily turn permanent.

As for-profit companies, they are ineligible for many types of disaster aid.

Despite the instability, educators like Heather Smith encourage families to see the lessons storms can provide.

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informal

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English

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49

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