The next step for our district considers transitioning from masks required in all district buildings to masks recommended, thus giving students and employees a choice based on their comfort and needs.

In an effort to help the Test-to-Stay program run both effectively and efficiently, we are providing an overview of the requirements needed to participate.

Our plan for Monday, January 3, 2022, continues to be in-person learning for all students.

As we close our classroom doors and prepare ourselves for the holiday celebrations with family and friends, we ask that all of you continue to maintain the safety measures that have kept us healthy thus far.

On Friday, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court struck down the Acting Secretary of Health’s school masking order. Therefore, the issue of masking now reverts to the District’s health and safety plan.

the Pennsylvania Supreme Court of Pennsylvania reinstated Governor Tom Wolf’s administration’s mandate requiring students, teachers and staff to wear face masks in school. It will remain in effect until further notice.

Late yesterday afternoon, the Commonwealth Court filed an opinion that lifted the stay that was in place on the mask mandate for K-12 schools effective December 4, 2021. However…

The Acting Secretary of Health’s mask mandate would remain in effect until one of two things happens: (1) either the mandate expires, as it does on 1-17-22, or (2) the Pennsylvania Supreme Court rules on the issue prior to that date.

As we approach our 14th day of instruction, I wanted to thank the school community for assisting us in achieving our goal of providing 5 day a week, in-person learning for all students for the entire 2021-22 academic year.

Governor Wolf held a press conference announcing a masking mandate for all Pennsylvania K-12 schools and childcare centers.

Garnet Valley School District is providing 5 day a week, in-person learning for the entire 2021-22 academic year.

Our proposed health plan is subject to change based on evolving guidance and health trends.