By Brenda Erdahl
Maple Lake schools and districts across the state will continue distance learning through the rest of the school year, Governor Tim Walz announced last week.
At his press conference, Thursday, April 23, Gov. Walz explained his approach for moving Minnesota forward amid COVID-19. With the health and safety of Minnesotans his top priority, he made clear the Stay Home order remains in effect as officials consider ways to gradually loosen restrictions starting with settings most conducive to safe practices.
Given those considerations, Governor Walz announced that distance learning will continue through the rest of the 2019-2020 school calendar year.
“As a former teacher, this is a heartbreaking decision,” Gov. Walz said. “I am sorry for all of our students who will miss out on graduations, tournaments, and end of year celebrations. While I recognize distance learning is a challenge for many families, it is critical to social distancing in Minnesota and supports the health of Minnesota’s families. We will continue looking for ways to improve the current system and better support our children.”
Maple Lake Schools will continue to provide lessons through distance learning, deliver meals and provide childcare for emergency and essential workers through the end of the school year, Supt. Mark Redemske wrote in a letter to families last week.
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