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The policy almost definitely contributed to the spread of an epidemic that killed tens of millions of people. Make your own call if it was misguided.
As far as Yeshivas I do happen to believe that a form of S Ed done properly in a way that does it’s best to take into consideration both the Hashkafos and cultural sensitivities of the Yeshiva community would be very beneficial. I am not sure that this is the proper venue for that discussion though…