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HISD voices support for ‘Reconnect Safely, Return Strong’ reopening plan - DefenderNetwork.com

During a special meeting, Houston Independent School District trustees publicly supported the district’s Reconnect Safely, Return Strong reopening plan to begin the 2020-2021 school year. To safeguard the health and well-being of students, staff and families as the City of Houston confronts an increasing number of positive COVID-19 cases, HISD will begin the school year […]

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