As the new school year looms closer, school districts have released guidance to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Currently, children under 12 cannot be vaccinated since there is not a vaccine that is ready for public use for this age range. Although the death rate for children is low compared to adults, school leaders want to ensure they are providing a safe environment for both students and staff.
Recently, the Marion County Public Health Department released guidance for school districts for the 2021-2022 school year. Those recommendations include not requiring masks for vaccinated individuals. Due to federal guidelines, all students and staff must wear a mask while on a school bus.
Below are the COVID-19 guidelines for the eleven school districts within Marion County. If parents have additional questions or concerns, they should contact their children’s principal.
Franklin Township Community School Corporation
Metropolitan School District of Decatur Township
Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township
Metropolitan School District of Pike Township
Metropolitan School District of Warren Township
Metropolitan School District of Washington Township
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