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Schools Can Delay Return to Campus Up to 8 Weeks

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EducationJuly 17, 2020 10:09 pm

Schools Can Delay Return to Campus Up to 8 Weeks

Due to the continuing rise of COVID-19 cases in the state of Texas, the Texas Education Agency says school districts can delay the start of on-campus instruction for four weeks, or up to eight weeks with approval, if necessary.

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