Special session approves masks optional for Somerset students

(WBOC)

WESTOVER, Md. – The Somerset Board of Education convened in a special closed session meeting on Thursday, to discuss confidential legal matters and to decide if masks will be required for the upcoming school year.

When reconvened in open session, Board Chairperson Penny Nicholson said that the Somerset Board of Education unanimously approved the Masking Policy, which makes masks optional for all students and staff effective immediately.

The new board policy will be posted to the Somerset County Public Schools website on Tuesday, September 7th for public viewing. Comments can be sent to the Somerset Board of Education at boardmeeting@somerset.k12.md.us .

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https://www.wboc.com/story/44666041/somerset-county-schools-keep-masks-optional

Worcester public schools will now require masks

 

"So, now I am asking for your partnership. Please make sure that your child comes to school properly wearing a well-fitted face covering. I also ask for your patience and understanding." 

View full August 27th message from Superintendent Lou Taylor:

August 27, 2021 - WCPS Announces Change to Face Covering Protocol - Worcester County Public Schools (worcesterk12.org)

UPDATED: Worcester County's return to school plan-

 

View Superintendent Taylor's most recent message:

August 17, 2021 - Responsible Return 2.0 Plan Released - Worcester County Public Schools (worcesterk12.org)

View the plan details:Responsible Return 2.0 - Worcester County Public Schools (worcesterk12.org)

Virus numbers continue rising in Maryland

 (WBOC)

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (CBS/WBOC)- Maryland reported 851 new COVID-19 cases and three new deaths, according to state health department data released Tuesday morning.

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Over 600 Hospitalized for COVID-19 in Md. as Key Metrics Continu - WBOC TV

Virginia shore sees increasing Covid-19 numbers

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New COVID-19 wave continues to affect Shore - Shore Daily News

Masks required in Virginia Public Schools

 (WMDT)

RICHMOND, Va. – Governor Ralph Northam announced on Thursday a Public Health Emergency Order requiring universal masking in all indoor settings in K-12 schools statewide.

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Va. Governor announces universal masking mandate for K-12 schools - 47abc (wmdt.com)

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 Anonymous said...

Governor Naawtham has lots of experience wearing hoods and masks, doesn't he?

Covid-19 Guidelines for Accomack County public schools

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 ACCOMACK COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD APPROVES COVID-19 GUIDELINES FOR 21-22 SCHOOL SESSION

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Accomack County School Board approves COVID-19 guidelines for 21-22 school session - Shore Daily News

SOMERSET COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT ENCOURAGES MASKING

Westover, Md. –  The Somerset County Health Department is strongly encouraging county residents to wear a mask indoors in public settings and in situations where physical distancing cannot be maintained, regardless of vaccination status.

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SOMERSET COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT ENCOURAGES MASKING > Somerset County Health DepartmentSomerset County Health Department (somersethealth.org)

Worcester vaccine clinic scheduled

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Next clinic is Monday, 8/2. View news story:

Worcester Health to Hold 200th COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic - WBOC TV

 

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Masks and Worcester County Schools- the latest

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MD Schools Undecided On New Mask Guidance - WBOC TV

Statewide vaccination rate is lowest in Somerset

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Somerset County Has the Lowest Vaccination Rate in the State of - WBOC TV

Delta Variant and the Eastern Shore

 (WMDT)

Eastern Shore healthcare systems say they are ready for delta variant-Urge Vaccinations

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Eastern Shore healthcare systems say they are ready for delta variant-Urge Vaccinations - 47abc (wmdt.com)

MD, DEL, VA, Covid-19 Mandates to be ending

 

State Of Emergency mandates brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic will soon be ending on Delmarva. Mandates from state government will no longer be in effect beginning July 1st in Maryland and Virginia, and July 13th in Delaware.   

 

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 Anonymous said...

I find it strange that public officials can predict that the pandemic will suddenly stop being a threat 14 days in the future in Maryland but it will rage on for another two weeks in Delaware.

Mask mandate ending

Governor Larry Hogan announced Friday afternoon that the mask mandate is ending in Maryland with the exception of healthcare settings, schools, and public transportation. It is highly recommended that those who have not been fully vaccinated continue to wear masks.

Virginia is also ending mask requirements now and Delaware is following suit on May 21st. 

 

All 16+ now eligible in Maryland

 

(WBOC)

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP/WBOC)- All Maryland residents 16 and up will be eligible to get vaccinated at mass vaccination sites beginning Tuesday, Gov. Larry Hogan announced.

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All Maryland Adults 16+ Eligible for COVID Vaccine at Mass Vacci - WBOC TV

Vaccinations eligibility update for Worcester County

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SNOW HILL, Md.– This week, the Worcester County Health Department, based on direction from the State of Maryland, is expanding COVID-19 vaccination coverage to include all adults age 60 and older.

View more info:

Worcester Health Expands COVID-19 Vaccinations to Phase 2 - WBOC TV

Governor Hogan announces Phase 2 and other future vaccinations

 

View WMDT news story:

BREAKING: Maryland to begin Phase 2 of COVID-19 vaccinations on March 23rd - 47abc (wmdt.com)

TidalHealth modifying patient visitation rules

 

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TidalHealth to reopen modified patient visitation starting Monday - 47abc (wmdt.com)