Category: FAQ NEW 2021-22

When contact tracing, how will those involved know if students were engaged in consistent and correct usage of well-fitting masks?

August 17, 2021

posted Aug 17 Schools will collaborate with the local health department to confidentially provide information about people diagnosed with...

How will younger students engage in phonics and other reading lessons with masks on, given the importance of being able to see and hear during those lessons?

August 11, 2021

posted Aug. 11 While students and staff will wear masks as one of the many measures APS is taking...

When will face coverings be required? Who are required to wear face coverings and why are they being required?

July 30, 2021

updated Aug. 11 Who will be required to wear a face mask/covering in APS school buildings? Anyone who enters...

Will masks be required for recess and PE?

July 30, 2021

updated Aug. 11 Face masks are not required outside on the playground. APS will continue to require frequent opportunities...

What is the mask requirement for athletics and band?

July 30, 2021

updated Sept. 13: Outdoor athletics/activities: no masks required, but testing is strongly encouraged especially for non-vaccinated students Indoor athletics/activities:...

What health and safety measures will APS have in the fall?

April 27, 2021

posted April 27 APS will implement safety measures to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission in schools, including universal mask requirements...

*Will face coverings and health screening be required for students attending in person?

April 27, 2021

updated April 27 APS will follow CDC and VDH guidelines for face coverings and screening procedures for students and...