Concerns continue over the slow rollout of the coronavirus vaccine.

Some of Ohio's largest teacher unions are calling into question the Governor's goal of returning to in-person learning by March 1st. They're questioning if enough vaccines will be made available in time.

In a press release, eight urban districts represented by the Ohio Education Association and the Ohio Federation of Teachers said no one wants a safe reopening more than the educators but there could be "dire consequences if schools are pressured to reopen before it is safe." The statement goes on to say, "parents across the state now have unrealistic expectations for a March 1 reopening."

"We are sort of being singled out because there hasn't been a stipulation put on other groups to receive the vaccine," said Youngstown Education Association President Larry Ellis.

The YEA is among the teacher unions speaking out against the state's plan that in order for districts to receive the vaccine they must agree to return to the classroom, in some form, by March 1st.

"We just feel it's unfair to say schools have to immediately reopen," said Ellis.

The unions are questioning if there will be enough time for all teachers and staff to be properly vaccinated before returning to the classroom.

"I'm not going to play politics with people's health," said Youngstown CEO Justin Jennings. "But I do want as I said before, I do want our staff to have the opportunity to get the vaccination."

Jennings is one of many superintendents across the state that filed papers saying they'll work to return in some form, but he also said he won't put the health of his community and staff at risk.

Jennings said there is a possibility Youngstown Schools do not return to the classroom, in some form, by March 1st.

A spokesperson for the Governor's office said offering the vaccine to adults in districts who are working in the classroom is the most efficient use of the limited vaccine.