COVID-19 safety protocols will be enforced, School Board members say. Written By: Anne Jacobson |
RED WING Students will return to classrooms in stages as planned.
The Red Wing School Board discussed pandemic-related issues for nearly two hours Thursday, Jan. 7, opting not to rescind the plan adopted Dec. 21.
Use of actual face masks not just face coverings will be monitored and enforced for students and staff alike. All COVID-19 safety measures must be followed, Board member Arlen Diercks said, or the return will fail.
“And you’ll be hearing my wrath,” Diercks warned.
Board member Anna Ostendorf, one of three new members, expressed disappointment that the Goodhue County case rate released Thursday is higher than expected. The projected Christmas and New Year’s spikes won’t arrive for another week at least.
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Schools are to be issued with strict protocols in regards to school shows this year which could see many of them becoming virtual events.
While the Department of Education recognises that school shows and concerts going ahead is crucial for children s mental health they also have to take on board Covid precautions too.
It is being advised that schools record shows or stream them live for parents to watch online rather than have large groups from different bubbles gathering in one room.
Choirs and bands are also being advised to not perform any indoor concerts for parents and family members.