Governor Announces Schools Must Open In Person

Governor Ducey announced that all Arizona schools must reopen for in-person learning by March 15, or immediately after Spring Break. Teachers have been eligible for vaccination for over a month, so many education leaders believe it is safe for teachers and students to return to in-person instruction. Three counties remain in CDC designated ‘high transmission’ areas, so they will retain some flexibility—Coconino County, Yavapai County and Pinal County.

In accordance with CDC guidance, the executive order does state that students in the high risk category for COVID-19, or living with someone at high risk, will retain the option to receive virtual learning.

You can read the full executive order here.