Little also said “with any luck” Idaho could advance to stage 4 of the reopening plan next week.
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Idaho State announces fall reopening plan
Face-to-face classes will end before Thanksgiving. Some health officials warn of a potential second wave of coronavirus in late fall, coinciding with the start of flu season.
State Board issues emergency relief funding recommendations
The recommendations are headed to Gov. Brad Little’s desk.
This week’s coronavirus trendline (5.29.20 edition)
In the month since the state began relaxing a historic stay-at-home order, the rate of spread of the coronavirus has remained more or less stable.
Episode 212: A Glimpse Into What School Might Look Like This Fall
This week we discuss how the return might look different district by district. Plus, the latest on Supt. Ybarra’s lawsuit.
Idaho to advance to stage three of reopening plan
Effective Saturday, bars and movie theaters that meet the Idaho Rebounds protocols will be able to reopen. Gatherings of up to 50 people will also be allowed.
Superintendents discuss strategies for returning to school in the fall
Some districts want traditional classes, others say they must plan for a variety of possibilities.
Smart thermometer partnership seeks to track coronavirus in schools
The plan is to get 65,000 of the smart thermometers to parents across Idaho — and compile anonymous data reports that could help spot a coronavirus outbreak.
Idaho coronavirus infection rate shows signs of slowing
Idaho has reported about 20 new cases per day since Saturday — after a one-day spike of more than 100 new cases Friday.
Little says schools reopening in the fall is a top priority
In order for that to happen, Little said Idahoans will need to continue to modify their behavior to limit the spread of the virus.