Hamblen County Schools superintendent considering ending virtual learning
Superintendent Jeff Perry said he has been talking to teachers and administrators. He said he plans to bring a decision to the Board of education next Tuesday.
Author: WBIR Staff
Updated: 9:26 PM EDT April 8, 2021
HAMBLEN COUNTY, Tenn — Hamblen County Schools is considering not having a virtual option the next school year.
Superintendent Jeff Perry said that he has been talking to teachers and administrators about the issue. He said he plans to bring a decision to the Board of Education next Tuesday.
With vaccines now available and the number of COVID-19 cases decreasing in the county, he said virtual lessons may not be needed as the 2021-2022 school year starts. However, he also said that the district will be flexible as the situation changes.