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Thursday March 19, 2020

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English - March 19, 2020 18:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB - ★★★★★ - 25 ratings
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It was an unprecedented move last week when Governor Gary Herbert announced all public schools in Utah will be dismissed for two weeks, in the hope it would prevent a major outbreak of COVID-19. After his announcement, Grand County’s school administrators and staff sprang into action – mobilizing online classes, coursework, and meals. We speak with Helen M Knight Elementary School Principal Taryn Kay, who is serving as the district’s leader when it comes to COVID-19 precautions and preparedness.

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Find out more about free meals for students and other youth resources during this time at kzmu.org/covid19.