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Fraley: No Plans Yet for Changes to In-Person Instruction

November 6th, 2020 by WCBC Radio

As a result of increased health metrics related to COVID-19 in Allegany County, the public school system announced Thursday that it  is cancelling all in-person extra-curricular activities and athletics events and practices effective immediately. According to a statement issued by the system, the decision was made in collaboration with the Allegany County Health Department and school system staff after reviewing recent health data. Coaches and advisors will be in contact with students if they opt to conduct their activities in a virtual format. Community health metrics will continue to be monitored to determine when ACPS can resume in-person extra curricular activities and athletic practices and events.  Meanwhile, no announced changes yet as to in-person classroom instruction. School Board President Tammy Fraley told WCBC News this week that the situation is being monitored…