Today is the second day of February vacation week for Massachusetts schools.

It's usually a time for carefree travel, a break from school work, and spending time with friends.

Not this year, thanks to new classmate COVID-19.

For teachers and staff, it's a balancing act between ensuring your students learn and keeping themselves safe.

GBH’s Mark Herz speaks with Merrie Najimy, President of the Massachusetts Teachers Association, about their push to get teachers vaccinated quickly and get students back in classrooms safely.