NACS votes 3-2 to keep masks on Board member censured in light of contentious remark ASHLEY SLOBODA | The Journal Gazette The Northwest Allen County Schools board reaffirmed its commitment to COVID-19 protocols in a split vote Monday. Superintendent Chris Himsel seemed eager to move past the issue brought forth by parents seeking mask choice. “It is simply time to move on,” Himsel said. Kent Somers, board president, and member Steve Bartkus opposed the resolution Himsel presented about upholding the district's reopening plan, which was originally adopted in July. The resolution passed 3-2. Somers said the board didn't have adequate time to review the document, noting he received it that afternoon, and Bartkus said the board needed time for discussion.