School district reacts to newest CDC mask guidance regarding students returning to school Parents and teachers in the Scranton School District are giving their thoughts on whether or not masks should be used as kids return to school. Author: Peggy Lee Updated: 10:40 PM EDT July 9, 2021 SCRANTON, Pa. — When classes resume for the Scranton School District in the fall, Katie Gilmartin, the President of the school board says the plan is to have in-person learning. However, parents do have the option to continue with virtual learning. The bigger decision may be whether to allow vaccinated teachers, students, and staff to go maskless.