California will continue to require masks in school settings, state health officials announced Friday, even though federal health authorities released new guidelines saying vaccinated students and teachers no longer need to wear masks inside campus buildings. Here’s what parents and educators need to know:Can parents demand the right to have their children attend schools without masks? There are some children with disabilities who cannot manage masks or who cannot wear masks safely. All students, teachers and staff have been required to wear masks on campus even if they are vaccinated. The CDC does not deem any separation as needed among vaccinated children.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 09, 2021 18:56 UTC