NABT Statement on COVID19

March 6, 2020

The National Association of Biology Teachers, like the rest of the global community, is concerned about the rapid spread of novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). We are closely monitoring the updates made available by experts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Johns Hopkins University, the World Health Organization (WHO), and other entities.

The details related to COVID-19 are rapidly changing, making it especially challenging to get accurate and reliable information. NABT greatly appreciates your efforts to bring science-based information into your classrooms. Biology teachers all over the world are using and sharing COVID-19 focused resources to teach about life science topics. As we learn more about this pathogen, your expertise will continue to play an integral role in educating students and their families, ultimately helping communities stay healthy.

We also recognize that COVID-19 will influence your own choices, both personally and professionally. Registration for the NABT Professional Development Conference will open in a few weeks, and with the conference being eight months away, we plan to proceed as normal. Be assured that the health and safety of our community are paramount, and NABT leaders and staff will continue to monitor this evolving situation in order to make informed decisions as we get closer to November.

Although the impact of this outbreak is impossible to predict, scientists, health workers, and public officials are already making progress on understanding COVID-19. We are optimistic that their efforts will lead to a more positive outlook in the weeks and months ahead.

We look forward to sharing updates regarding the 2020 NABT Conference as they become available, and please do not hesitate to contact the NABT Office at office@nabt.org or (888) 501-NABT should you have any additional questions or concerns.

Sincerely,

Sharon Gusky
NABT President, 2020

Jaclyn Reeves-Pepin
NABT Executive Director

Endorsed by the NABT Board of Director on March 5, 2020

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