Governor of Arizona orders return to face-to-face classes – Local News, Police, about Mexico and the World | Tribune of San Luis

Through a post on Twitter, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey made public the issuance of the executive order that requires schools to return to the directed face-to-face format, which should occur before March 15 or after the school holidays. spring.

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The state president made the announcement Wednesday, with the justification that the decision was made after discussions with public school leaders and in accordance with the new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

To date, 12 of the 15 Arizona counties are in phases where it is safe to open all schools, even in the two largest counties in the state, Maricopa and Pima.

“Arizona students must return to the classroom. More than half of Arizona’s schools are open and offer in-person options. More schools must follow suit and pave the way for equitable educational options for all Arizona students, ”said Governor Ducey.

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“Schools are safe and children can go back to the classroom. We prioritize teachers in our vaccine distribution and many have already received their second dose. The science is clear: it is time for all children to have the option of going back to school so they can get back to normal and we can close the achievement gap, “he added.

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