Detroit Public Schools Community District is planning to fully reopen all of its schools for in-person learning this fall, the district announced Friday. .
The district will continue to offer virtual learning options for students who are unable to return to school buildings due to health concerns or other circumstances. However, all students are expected to return to in-person learning unless they have a specific reason for staying home. .
The district’s decision to fully reopen was made after consulting with health experts and considering the latest data on the COVID-19 pandemic. The district believes that in-person learning is the best way to meet the needs of its students and provide them with a high-quality education. .
To ensure the safety of students and staff, the district will implement a number of COVID-19 safety measures, including: .
* Requiring all students and staff to wear masks while indoors.
* Maintaining social distancing in classrooms and other common areas.
* Increasing cleaning and disinfection of school buildings.
* Providing hand sanitizer stations throughout school buildings.
* Screening students and staff for symptoms of COVID-19 .
The district is also working with the Detroit Health Department to provide COVID-19 vaccinations for students and staff who want them. .
The district is urging all families to make plans for their children to return to school in person this fall. The district believes that in-person learning is the best way to ensure that students succeed academically and socially. .
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