In alignment with the CDC and VDH, we will begin the year requiring universal masking with a two-ply cloth or medical style face covering that covers the nose and mouth when indoors, with age/activity appropriate breaks, and on school transportation regardless of vaccination status but allowing for optional mask use outdoors. We are hopeful that conditions may allow for a change to the indoor masking policy in the future. For example, ascertaining the vaccination rates for eligible students and employees within our school community can be a helpful metric.
Our social distancing has been reduced to 3 feet, according to CDC and VDH recommendations, and allows our classrooms to return to nearly normal layout and capacity.