March 22, 2021
Newly revised guidance issued by the CDC today says 3 feet of physical distancing -- rather than 6 feet -- between students is sufficient for elementary schools and some middle and high schools, with everyone wearing masks. However, the 6-foot recommendation remains in place under certain circumstances, including between teachers and students, among teachers and staff, and in middle and high schools where community spread of the coronavirus is high and students cannot remain in cohorts.