CCISD statement on Governor’s order to lift mask mandate.

Special to MyKNCT.com

COPPERAS COVE, TX (March 2, 2021)—Today, Governor Greg Abbott issued an Executive Order (GA-34) lifting the mask mandate in Texas and increasing capacity of all businesses and facilities in the state to 100 percent effective next Wednesday, March 10, 2021.

CCISD Superintendent Dr. Joe Burns said district staff will be meeting to discuss the Executive Order and its implications for students and staff.

“As a result of the Governor’s Executive Order, Copperas Cove ISD is receiving questions from families and employees regarding what this means for students and staff in the district,” said Burns. “TEA Commissioner Mike Morath is revising public health guidance this week and will hold a TEA COVID-19 call this Thursday, March 4, to inform superintendents of the updated state guidelines. Once released, CCISD will share the information with our families and the community.”