“Scientific studies demonstrate that masks do not cause negative effects on mental health or learning,” said pediatrician Dr. Debbie Greenhouse.
At its Tuesday board meeting, Lexington 1 board will consider asking lawmakers to repeal a part of the state budget that effectively bans school mask mandates by denying districts the funds to enforce them.
Officials with Lexington School District One say a majority of parents/guardians surveyed agree that the Board of Trustees should consider temporary mask requirements during times of high community COVID-19 spread.
Currently, just over 50 percent of South Carolina residents are fully vaccinated with 59 percent having received at least one dose of vaccine.
UofSC students react to mask requirement inside Williams-Brice Stadium
Starting the school year in August, Kershaw County School District experienced a spike in COVID cases.
Lexington Two reinstated a mask mandate. This is something the governor continues to speak against.
The cities hope to work with customers and businesses, but refusing to comply could come with a $25 to $100 fine.
In just the first week of school, Lexington One School District saw more than 300 COVID cases. This number is more than in any week in the previous school year.
“We can do better,” said Mayor Steve Benjamin. “We must do better. We have to work together.”
