Austin Public School District COVID-19 Coordinator prepares for students' return to school Following winter break, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz says elementary schools have the option of either going hybrid or to all in-person classes. Posted: Dec 30, 2020 2:10 PM Posted By: Mary Peters AUSTIN, Minn. - Following winter break, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz says elementary schools have the option of either going hybrid or to all in-person classes. For middle and high school students, it's up to each district to choose what to do. The COVID-19 Coordinator for the Austin Public School District tells KIMT News 3 teachers are required to wear face shields, as well as the usual masks.