However, things are still not back to normal: masks and tests are compulsory – and there is still a dispute about air filters and vaccinations for older students. Children go back to school in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania and Schleswig-Holstein this Monday, while Hamburg follows on Thursday. Students in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania have to wear masks in class for at least the first two weeks. However, all children over 12 can decide to be vaccinated in consultation with a doctor and their parents. Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania education is hoping for student teachers and retired teachers to assist in teaching to help children catch up.

Source: The Local July 30, 2021 09:45 UTC