MANCHESTER, Tenn. (WKRN) — An announcement from the Coffee County School Board released on Tuesday said it had approved a “statement that requires the use of masks in district facilities.”
The board said every effort is being made to provide a safe learning environment for Coffee County students and staff. “Should a parent feel that their child cannot attend school under this requirement, the district will try to accommodate those students under the parent-choice virtual option.”
Applications for the virtual option can be obtained at the Coffee County Schools central office in the Administrative Plaza.
Coffee County Schools is asking for patience from families and the community as the new school year gets underway.
The mask mandate takes effect on August 12, the same day Coffee County schools move to a hybrid schedule due to an increase in active COVID-19 cases.
The mask guidelines will be reviewed on a…
