Maryland elementary school brings back MASKS for kids as it forces third-graders to don N-95s again after spat

A Maryland elementary school has returned the mask mandate for students after a few kids tested positive for COVID-19. The school in Montgomery County has also mandated that third-graders wear N-95 masks again, despite a previous spat with parents over the issue.

The Mask Mandate

The Montgomery County elementary school had lifted the mask mandate earlier in the school year, but after a few kids tested positive for COVID-19, the school has reinstated the mandate. The school district has stated that the mandate will be in place until further notice.

In addition to the mask mandate, the school has also mandated that third-graders wear N-95 masks again. This decision was made after a previous spat with parents over the issue. The school district had initially mandated that all students wear N-95 masks, but after pushback from parents, the mandate was lifted for all grades except third grade.

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The Spat with Parents

Mandating N-95 masks for third-graders has caused a new spat with parents. Some parents have expressed concern about the safety and effectiveness of N-95 masks for young children. Others have criticized the school district for not consulting with parents before deciding.

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The school district said, “We understand that this decision may be difficult for some families, but we believe it is necessary to protect the health and safety of our students and staff. We will continue to monitor the situation and make adjustments as necessary.”

The decision to mandate N-95 masks for third graders has once again raised questions about the effectiveness of masks in preventing the spread of COVID-19. While some studies have shown that N-95 masks are more effective than cloth masks, others have questioned whether they are necessary for young children.

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The school district has stated that it will continue monitoring the situation and making necessary adjustments. In the meantime, parents and students must adjust to the new mask mandate and the use of N-95 masks for third-graders.