“We have an amazing team helping us disinfect because we’re just wrapping up summer school and we need to clean,” said Superintendent Dr. Hilaria Bauer.
Because of social distancing rules, many unused desks are piled up in one corner of the classrooms. But schools across the state are now loosening some of those social distancing guidelines, allowing more students to sit in one classroom.
At Alum Rock, the plastic sneeze guards will stay in place, and every room is equipped with an air purifier as an added safety measure.
Parent Lucina Cruz said last year was tough, serving as a teacher’s aide at home while her children were distance learning.
Updated on March 10, 2021 at 7:56 am
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