By Julia M. Dendinger and Cameron Goeldner,
News-Bulletin Staff Writers
BELENÂ â The days are counting down to March 22 and Belen Consolidated Schools Superintendent Lawrence Sanchez is confident middle and high school students can begin hybrid learning on that date.
Secondary students couldnât return as the same time as elementary because there were several logistical hurdles to clear, Sanchez told the Belen Board of Education at a recent meeting. The state Public Education Department didnât release itâs COVID-19 guidance and requirements for secondary hybrid learning until Jan. 15.
At the districtâs two high schools â Belen and Infinity â students arrive on campus multiple ways, including driving themselves, taking the bus, walking and being dropped off.