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Where was the mask mandate protested?

Several parents and students protested the mask mandate outside the Fredericktown school building ahead of the 6 p.m. board meeting.

When did Fredericktown schools start mandating masks?

Fredericktown Locals Schools began mandating masks indoors for students on Sept. 1, after mandating masks for staff on Aug. 30 following a risk of a substitute teacher shortage.

Does DeWine have a mask mandate?

However, DeWine reaffirmed he would not mandate masks as he did last school year, citing Senate Bill 22, which allows lawmakers to rescind Ohio Department of Health orders, such as mask mandates.

Who is the parent of Fredericktown students?

Thomas Groshan, parent of Fredericktown students, said during the meeting Tuesday he thinks mask mandates are a political game.

Who spoke against the mask mandate?

One community member participated during the special meeting in August, Danielle Vail. Vail spoke against the implementation of a mask mandate for students then and reaffirmed her belief Tuesday, adding requests for more transparency and communication when policies are changed as well as a threshold for when a mask mandate will be implemented/removed.

Who is the superintendent of Fredericktown?

FREDERICKTOWN -- Fredericktown superintendent Susan Hayward, with the assistance of district principals, offered a presentation on the district’s school mask policy at Tuesday's board meeting before approximately 50 people.

Who is Heather Brake?

Heather Brake, a 5th grade teacher at Fredericktown and a parent, said she sees students wear masks improperly during the school day.