Texas Education Agency Announces Updates to Public Health Guidance; ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ Also Provides Updates to COVID-19 Vaccine FAQ
On March 2, 2021, Governor Abbott issued which addresses the statewide wearing of face coverings (i.e., masks), which takes effect March 10, 2021. ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ’s authority to implement operational requirements for public schools remains in effect (e.g., ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ’s Public Health Guidance).
As a result of the lifting of the order on masks, ²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ has updated its Public Health Guidance. Under this updated guidance, a public school system’s current practices on masks may continue unchanged. Local school boards have full authority to determine their local mask policy.
²ÝÝ®ÊÓƵ has also made updates related to surface cleaning requirements.
Additionally, the that educators and school support staff are eligible for vaccines effective immediately. See this link for more information.
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