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Swallows outlines plans for schools
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Director of Schools Grant Swallows says he plans to lead by example, wearing a facemask when he cannot social distance. Swallows will spend the next month addressing any concerns about the upcoming 2020-21 school year slated to begin Aug. 12. - photo by Lisa Hobbs
Reopening schools amid the COVID-19 pandemic is causing anxiety among teachers, staff, students and parents. School officials will be focused on easing concerns before Aug. 12, the scheduled first day.