Governor Abbott's Executive Order (GA-34)

Yesterday afternoon Governor Abbott issued Executive Order (GA-34) lifting the mask mandate in Texas and increasing capacity in businesses and facilities in the state to 100% effective, Wednesday, March 10, 2021, at 12:01 a.m. Businesses may still limit capacity or implement additional safety protocols at their own discretion. The Executive Order states that “Public schools may operate as provided by, and under the minimum standard health protocols found in, guidance issued by the Texas Education Agency.” TEA has announced updates to the agency’s public health guidance will be issued this week. The District will be sending a survey for stakeholder input regarding Executive Order (GA-34). SFISD continues to seek guidance from our local health district and TEA regarding health initiatives to continue to keep our students and staff safe and healthy. The District will communicate an update utilizing our communication resources regarding our current COVID-19 health protocols concerning masks based on recommendations from these trusted health agency officials.