New executive order sets reopening date for Arizonaâs public schools
KMSB 9-10 p.m. recurring (FROM SB) - clipped version By KOLD News 13 Staff | March 3, 2021 at 1:29 PM MST - Updated March 3 at 11:30 PM
TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) - Gov. Doug Ducey issued an executive order Wednesday, mandating schools must return to in-person learning by Monday, March 15, 2021, or after schoolsâ spring break.
Exceptions will be made for middle and high schools in counties with a high level of COVID-19 spread, which includes Coconino, Yavapai, and Pinal counties, according to a news release from the governorâs office. However, students can continue remote learning if their parent or guardian chooses.