With a late season surge in flu infections, many school districts across the country are canceling in-person classes; opting for pandemic-era remote learning instead. NBC'S Maggie Vespa has the details on what parents need to know.

Many schools, struggling to properly staff amid a surge in flu cases and maintain student attendance, are closing for a long weekend, with some shifting to virtual learning. In their statements, schools noted the numerous absences and "excessive" sickness that have impacted their communities.