Elizalde's tone suggest that this was intended for the students and not the adults paying taxes. I'd love to see the list of folks they've consulted with.
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Good evening, Austin ISD,
I am committed to keeping you informed and aware of decisions that are being made in the district. You may have heard that there were conversations about shifting course regarding the physical return to campus. However, after consulting with campus leadership and hearing from numerous families and staff, we have determined now is not the time to adjust our plans. Beginning Oct. 5, we will phase in on-campus instruction according to the phase-in plan outlined on our website.
When we have had the opportunity to assess our effectiveness at limiting the spread of COVID-19 on-campus, we will revisit the possibility of allowing students to change classrooms throughout the day. This approach will allow us to confirm safety protocols are working before taking further steps toward in-person school as we know it.
Please know that I am keenly aware of my responsibility to ensure students receive the highest quality instruction that can be safely provided, and we know that for many students, that means being on-campus, engaging with their peers and teachers. We will be communicating with you soon about how we will be evolving toward a more normal in-person experience for all our students.
I appreciate your understanding and support of AISD, especially during this unprecedented time.
Stephanie S. Elizalde"