Newton School Committee To Vote On Mask Mandate

Newton MA

28 February, 2022

12:50 PM

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NEWTON, MA — The Newton School Committee will hold a Special Meeting on Tuesday, March 1 to discuss the district's mask policy. During the meeting, committee members will review the Medical Advisory Group's recommendation on whether or not Newton schools should continue to require face coverings for students and staff. The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) let the statewide school mask mandate expire on Monday, Feb. 28 due to high vaccination rates. Now it is up to local districts to decide on what their mask guidelines will look like for the rest of the school year. Public comments will be welcome at the Newton School Committee's March 1 meeting. Members are set to take a final vote on Monday, March 7. To view the meeting agenda or access Zoom information, click here.