Boston Delays Next Phase Of In-Person Learning Until October 29

BOSTON — Boston Public Schools has again delayed the next phase of in-person learning. Boston is currently designated as a high risk community for coronavirus, with a citywide infection rate of 4.4%.

The district announced Friday night that the start of Phase 3 of in-person learning for students in Pre-K – Grade 3 will be delayed one week, from October 22 to October 29 at the earliest.

“The health and safety of students, faculty and staff remains a top priority, and while we are confident that the preparations we have made in our school buildings make it a safe environment for in-person learning for a limited number of students, we are taking the necessary time before we bring back the next wave of students,” Mayor Marty Walsh said.

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