Masking in schools across the state will soon be optional after an executive order from Gov. Greg Abbott Tuesday. The governor issued an executive order Tuesday prohibiting public schools and other government entities from requiring those on their grounds to wear face masks. This comes as only 30 percent of state residents are vaccinated against COVID-19. Temple Independent School District said Tuesday that it would continue its current protocols until June 4, before conforming with the state order. The district said that starting June 5 all face coverings would be optional but they would continue to encourage unvaccinated adults to wear masks upon entering their facilities.