BROOKINGS, S.D. (KELO.com) — The Brookings School Board reviews the draft plan for the return of students to the classroom.
School Superintendent Klint Willert says it’s a phased plan based on the number of cases in the community and in the schools. To accommodate social distancing guidelines, he recommends they start school with a hybrid model.
On days students are not in school, they would be required to do studies on their own.
There will also be a total online option for those who cannot or choose not to attend in person.Willert says their plan includes a requirement for students and staff to wear masks.
The district will provide masks for those who need them.
Willert says this is a draft plan and they welcome public input. He says the safety of students and staff is their top priority.
Classes would begin on August 31.
The board will vote on a final plan on July 30th.
(Perry Miller, KJJQ, contributed this report.)
