Newark Public Schools Resume In-Person Learning Monday
NEWARK, N.J. (CBSNewYork) -- New Jersey's largest school district will resume in-person learning Monday.
Students in Newark have been remote learning for more than a year.
Newark will operate on a hybrid model with students spending three days at home and two days in the classroom.
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Students and staff will have to wear face coverings and maintain social distancing.
Anyone entering any school facilities or district grounds will undergo symptoms screening, a temperature check, footwear sanitizing and hand washing/sanitizing.
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Desks will be arranged to maintain social distancing and three-sided clear desk paritions will also be used.
Additionally, water fountains will be turned off.