Philadelphia reinstates a mask mandate in schools

When students and teachers in Philadelphia return to school on Monday, they will have to wear masks once again, as coronavirus cases continue to rise – the latest twist in the city’s evolving approach to masking.

William R. Hite Jr., the superintendent of the Philadelphia School District, announced on Friday that “all school district students and staff will be required to wear their masks during the school and work day and while riding on school buses and vans” until further notice.

The superintendent emphasized that the district was remaining flexible to adjust to new threats from Covid-19.

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