June 6, 2021
Dear School Community:
The purpose of this message is to clarify that there has not been any official legal change in the mask mandate from the New York State Education Department, New York State Department of Health or Governor Cuomo.
The June 4, 2021, letter by New York State Health Commissioner Zucker reported by the media on Friday, was written to the CDC to determine if the CDC has any objection to relaxing its mask mandate. However, unless and until written guidance or an Executive Order is issued by the State, all students, staff and visitors must wear masks while on school property. We recognize that the temperature is going to rise this week, and we will adjust the physical education curriculum and recess for students accordingly.
If we receive direction from the State that changes the mask wearing requirements at school, we will promptly communicate the change to everyone.
Thank you for your continued patience as we continue to navigate unprecedented times. With only about two weeks left in the school year, let’s end on a high note.
Sincerely,
Rocco Migliori
Superintendent of Schools