The rules for the return to classrooms will probably still be subject to change frequently when the school year starts. An audience at the Ottawa High School Board meeting tonight asked that there be no mask requirement.
Matt Penoyer says his daughter does better in class while breathing freely.
Stephanie Simko says there’s already bullying and a conditional mask requirement will just add to it.
Christine Simmons suggested a survey to find out what parents want.
Supt. Mike Cushing says schools are still waiting for complete guidance from the Illinois State Board of Education on vaccine requirements, masks, social distancing, and quarantines. For now, Ottawa High administrators intend for students to return to class in person next month.
Christine Simmons
Stephanie Simko
Matt Penoyer in front of the audience of parents who want no mask requirement at Ottawa High when school resumes.