Just five days after students returned to school in Montgomery County, Maryland, approximately 1,000 students and staff are in quarantine.
As dozens of reports of individuals who’ve tested positive for COVID-19 at Montgomery County schools are recorded, the school system updated the quarantine guidance for unvaccinated students.
“We understand the concern. We understand the disruption for families, but we have to ensure the safety of our students and staff,” schools spokesperson Gboyinde Onijala told WTOP.
The school system is ensuring that there’s continuation of instruction and minimal disruption by having students still interacting live with their teachers.
Superintendent Dr. Monifa McKnight sent an update Friday night explaining that the updated policy comes “under the direction of the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services” and that it’s “in alignment” with state health and education agencies.