On this edition of Closer Look, Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Lisa Herring discussed the district’s preparation for the upcoming school year.
The district, which has centralized infection data analysis, has elected to continue to follow CDC guidelines as a metric for its precautions. Masking requirements for the district will be optional for both students and employees.
While the district will continue to provide COVID-19 testing twice a week for registered students as it has since 2021, Dr. Herring emphasized the district’s preparedness to pivot to virtual learning in schools if needed.
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