Arkansas school districts wait on guidance from state as COVID cases surge
The state health department is still finalizing its back-to-school plans for schools as COVID-19 cases climb in the state.
Author: Kathryn Gilker
Updated: 6:39 PM CDT July 20, 2021
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Despite an increase in COVID-19 cases, Arkansas schools are getting ready to welcome back students to the classroom. But so far, the state hasn’t issued guidance for districts on how to begin the school year safely.
Arkansas school districts must submit ready for learning plans to the state to return to school during the ongoing pandemic safely. Still, most districts haven’t done that yet because they are waiting on back-to-school guidance from the Arkansas Department of Health.