NC schools to close for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year

Gov. Cooper announced Friday that North Carolina schools will close for the remainder of the 2019-2020 year for in-person learning.

RALEIGH, N.C. — North Carolina schools will close for the remainder of the year, Governor Roy Cooper announced Friday during a news conference alongside educational leaders. 

Gov. Cooper announced remote learning will continue instead of in-person at schools.

"We don't make this decision lightly, but it's important to protect the health and safety of our students and our school staff," said Gov. Cooper.

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