Dallas ISD Officially Issues Mask Mandate For Students, Teachers & Staff
DALLAS (CBSDFW.COM) — The Dallas Independent School District will require that masks be worn on campuses beginning August 10.
#BreakingNews #DallasISD notifying parents right now that #masks will be required on their campuses starting tomorrow, citing CDC guidance. The mandate covers students, teachers and staff. Look for more with @STEVEPICK11 in our news at 4:00. @CBSDFW @DallasISDMedia
— Robbie Owens (@cbs11Robbie) August 9, 2021
Shortly after the announcement Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins sent a social media post praising Dallas Schools "for protecting students and staff!" He said the actions of the district will, "lead to more hospital bed space for ANY condition in North Texas."