On July 9,2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), citing a return to in-person learning as a priority,  updated its COVID-19 guidelines, which state that vaccinated teachers and students do not need to wear masks inside school buildings.

However, the CDC continues to recommend that persons two years-old and up who aren’t vaccinated continue to wear masks indoors and to keep a social distance of three feet. With regard to schools, this would include students and staff.

At the present time, children as young as 12 years old are eligible to be vaccinated and vaccines have been shown to be effective against the disease and its variants.

To access the CDC guidance, click here.