One large group of high-risk workers recently added to the vaccine eligibility list was teachers. And while teachers feel relieved to get their shots, many say vaccinations are not the key to reopening schools. Correspondent Joanna Gagis reports.
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Joanna Gagis joined the NJ Spotlight News team in 2018 as a Correspondent whose coverage includes education during COVID-19, health care, the environment, New Jersey politics and more.
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