According to Betty Rosa, the head of the NYSED, they were forced to develop guidance because the state health department and Governor Cuomo's office did not.
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the launch of "The COVID-19 Report Card", which tracks real-time COVID-19 infections and testing of every New York school.
Under some district's plans, even in the Utica area, students will wear a mask into class, then remove it when seated. The union that represents teachers in New York says that's not good enough.
The first day of school is usually filled with excitement. Everything is usually so familiar - the backpacks, the lunches, and the smiles on the students. This year - everything is different for Central New York parents.
This school year has been really...different with online learning, no sports, and missed milestones. As the state starts to plan for September, they want your opinions and feedback.