But some parents, especially in larger, more crowded school districts like Worcester, have mixed feelings on the changes. It s kind of a little worrying, but at the same time, it s good for all the kids that were stuck home all year like my son, said Worcester parent Cindy Rodriguez. Elementary kids, I feel like they should still have masks on, because they can t get vaccinated yet and they re still young, they can still spread it to the elderly, added Kassee Cesaitis, another parent from Worcester.
DESE said conversations about whether elementary school students should wear masks will continue with the Department of Public Health. But as of right now, the plan is to lift masking requirements for middle and high school students in the fall.
Requirement
Compliance with CDC guidelines with respect to wearing masks is required for on-duty or on-site federal employees, on-site federal contractors; and all persons in federal buildings or on federal lands.
CDC requires persons over age 2 to wear a mask on a conveyance (aircraft, train, vehicle, vessel) and while in a transportation hub (airport, bus terminal, seaport, etc.). Operators of conveyances arriving or departing a U.S. port of entry must require travelers to wear masks. Private conveyances for non-commercial use, commercial motor vehicles, military conveyances are excluded. The definition of mask does not include a face shield.
It is also recommended that everyone wear a cloth face covering in public settings, at gatherings and events, and anywhere they will be around other people. Face shields are not recommended as a substitute for masks. Additional guidance is available for fully vaccinated individuals.
Requirement
Compliance with CDC guidelines with respect to wearing masks is required for on-duty or on-site federal employees, on-site federal contractors; and all persons in federal buildings or on federal lands.
CDC requires persons over age 2 to wear a mask on a conveyance (aircraft, train, vehicle, vessel) and while in a transportation hub (airport, bus terminal, seaport, etc.). Operators of conveyances arriving or departing a U.S. port of entry must require travelers to wear masks. Private conveyances for non-commercial use, commercial motor vehicles, military conveyances are excluded. The definition of mask does not include a face shield.
It is also recommended that everyone wear a cloth face covering in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain. Face shields are not recommended as a substitute for masks.
Requirement
Compliance with CDC guidelines with respect to wearing masks is required for on-duty or on-site federal employees, on-site federal contractors; and all persons in federal buildings or on federal lands.
CDC requires persons over age 2 to wear a mask on a conveyance (aircraft, train, vehicle, vessel) and while in a transportation hub (airport, bus terminal, seaport, etc.). Operators of conveyances arriving or departing a U.S. port of entry must require travelers to wear masks. Private conveyances for non-commercial use, commercial motor vehicles, military conveyances are excluded. The definition of mask does not include a face shield.
It is also recommended that everyone wear a cloth face covering in public settings where other social distancing measures are difficult to maintain. Face shields are not recommended as a substitute for masks.