NEW: Dallas County Reports 885 Additional Positive 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Cases and 9 Deaths

Teams are working very hard to prepare for getting you the information you need to make a good decision on school. It is our intention for the committees to report out their recommendations by the middle of next week.

We do not know at this point what the recommendations will be as to either the timing of return or the protocols for return, but know that it has the full attention of everyone and is the top priority for us at the moment.

It’s imperative that we continue with masking and that we are 100% effective with masking. Check your mask to see if it’s ill-fitting. If it is, modify it so that it covers you mouth and nose securely.

New studies have indicated that the most effective masks are the inexpensive paper surgical masks that are readily available. The second most effective are the cloth masks.

Unfortunately, bandanas do little good & neck gaiters may do more harm than good. This style is popular with children, so as we return to school, we need to get the word out as to which masks are most effective. Remember wearing a mask is not a substitute for six foot distancing.

It’s wearing a mask 100% of the time when around others outside your home, maintaining 6 foot distancing, and performing good hand washing. It’s also avoiding unnecessary outings and any activity where a mask cannot be worn by everyone outside of your home 100% of the time.

We’re seeing some good trends due to masking. The trends would get even better if more people would be 100% compliant. Remember my mask protects you & your mask protects me so when you choose not to mask in a crowd you’re choosing to put your convenience over the safety of others