Schools’ federal mask mandate lifted upon return from ‘Break’
While Farragut and other Knox County students are enjoying this week of Spring Break, when they return to classes Monday, March 21, those wishing to do so will be mask-free.
In an announcement released Monday, March 14, Superintendent Bob Thomas stated, “U.S. District Judge Ronnie Greer has granted the joint motion to lift the mask mandate while the Board of Education and the plaintiffs are undergoing the mediation process.
“This means that when students and staff return to school on Monday, March 21, masks will not be required, until further notice,” he added.
“Students and staff may still wear a mask if they choose.”
Knox County Schools has been under a federal mask mandate since September, even though Knox County’s Board of Education had voted to begin the year as “mask-optional” for students and staff.
