When will school start back for the next school year?
That is a question that remains unanswered, but it appears an answer is
expected soon. During tonight’s meeting of the Russell County School
Board, which will be held virtually, one item on the agenda is a revision to
the previously adopted calendar for the 2020-2021 school
year.
Superintendent Michael Ford is expected to recommend to the board
a variable student instructional year, which will mean the same number of hours
of instruction for students, but fewer days at school. The most
likely start date, with board approval, would be August 26th.
Also, Governor Andy Beshear and state Department of Education
officials are expected to have an announcement later today with recommendations
for school and suggested start dates. WJRS NEWS will have more details on
this tomorrow.