Emlen Elementary Resumed In-Person Learning After COVID-19 Outbreak
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- In East Mount Airy, Emlen Elementary reopened on Friday after pausing in-person learning for ten days due to a COVID outbreak. Eight cases had been identified since Sept. 14.
The Philadelphia Health Department recommended that Emlen close the building until Friday, Sept. 24.
Earlier this week, the Health Department posted relaxed guidance for school closures.
It also recommended weekly testing for unvaccinated children, if possible.