Keeping the schools closed will absolutely hobble the economy which is why l expect the rats to do just that. This despite numerous studies that show it is having a devastating impact on the mental health of the children. Hurting Trump’s chances is the only thing that matters.
I think there is a real issue for colleges, specifically with students paying their own way; if they thought that most of last semester was a waste of money with no real educational benefits, they may not register for fall classes - or simply register with a real online school (if it will be the same result at a lower price).