State Superintendent of Education Cade Brumley says he believes local school boards should be in control of K-12 mask policy, but “most” schools are following the Governor’s mask mandate. Brumley says he believes that school systems and school boards should be working with local medical leaders and parents to make the decision on if masking should be mandatory.
As LSU prepares to welcome students back to campus, system president William Tate released a video message today reminding students of the new COVID protocols in which unvaccinated students will undergo routine testing. Tate also informed students that COVID vaccinations will be mandatory sooner than later.
Homeschool interest has not died down even with students returning to full in person learning. Brooke Thorington has more from the President of Homeschool Louisiana.
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The Advocate reports their sources are telling them the City of New Orleans is planning to announce that people must be vaccinated to enter many indoor spaces such as the Superdome, bars, restaurants, and other venues. What proof of vaccination would be required is unknown and the Mayor is expected to address the media this afternoon.