February 24, 2022
Dear Riddle School Community,
Today the Oregon Health Authority (OHA) announced lifting mask requirements for indoor public spaces and Oregon’s schools on March 19.
Current modeling from Oregon Health and Sciences University (OHSU) shows COVID cases have continued to decrease sooner than expected. This is wonderful news!
We will continue to prioritize the health and safety of our students, staff and community. OHA continues to recommend the use of masks for individuals at risk of health complications or who live with someone in a high-risk group even after restrictions are lifted. There will be students and staff who choose to continue wearing masks. Our district will support these decisions.
State officials are working to provide schools with additional safety protocol measures that meet the current conditions of the pandemic. We will work hard to determine the best options moving forward that protect our school community and support a positive environment.
We are grateful for our dedicated staff and incredible students. Thank you for your ongoing support. We will continue to keep you informed.
Sincerely,
Dave Gianotti
Superintendent