TEA has updated its guidance to include a public school system s current practices on masks may continue unchanged. As a result, Alief ISD will continue to require masks and facial coverings in all schools and district facilities.
Additionally, the US Department of Health and Human Services issued a directive expanding COVID-19 vaccination eligibility to educators and child care workers. Alvin ISD is committed to health and safety and has taken extensive steps to keep our staff and students healthy over the past year.
This week, the State of Texas announced they are lifting statewide mandates relating to COVID-19. As a result, the Texas Education Agency updated its public health guidance. Under this updated guidance, a public-school system s current practices regarding masks may continue unchanged. Local school boards have full authority to determine their local mask policy.
Updated: 7:30 PM EDT April 1, 2021
HOUSTON Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is lifted the statewide mask mandate in early March, but some Houston-area school districts plan to keep their mask policies in place.
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ALDINE ISD Governor Greg Abbott announced today that he is lifting statewide mandates that relate to COVID-19, effective Wednesday, March 10, 2021. All safety protocols, including the wearing of face coverings, social distancing, and frequent hand washing, will remain in effect in Aldine ISD schools and facilities until further clarification is obtained.
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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott issued a proclamation Thursday that limits counties in the state to one drop-off location for votersâ absentee ballots in the upcoming election. (Photo from Twitter) By Adam Zuvanich
 Effective next Wednesday, March 10, businesses and facilities in Texas can open at 100 percent capacity, and Texans will no longer be mandated to wear masks, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Tuesday.Â
Abbott issued Executive Order GA-34 Tuesday, citing medical advancements of COVID-19 vaccines and antibody therapeutic drugs among his reasons for the reopening.Â
âToday s announcement doesnât abandon safe practices that Texans have mastered over the past year,â Abbott said. âInstead, itâs a reminder that each person has a role to play in their own personal safety and the safety of others.â
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