Northern Adirondack Central School District
Office of the Superintendent
James C. Knight, Jr.
P.O. Box 164
Ellenburg Depot, New York 12935
518-594-7060 ● Fax 518-594-7255 ● jknight@nacs1.org
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January 25, 2022
Dear Parents and Guardians,
At this time, mask wearing is still required in schools. This afternoon we received the following statement from the Commissioner of Education, Betty A. Rosa.
STATEMENT FROM COMMISSIONER BETTY A. ROSA ON
GRANTING OF STAY IN MASK CASE
We are pleased the Appellate Division granted the application by the Department of Health and the Governor’s office, confirming the lower court’s decision is stayed pending further proceedings. As such, the mask mandate remains in effect for schools across the state. We support Governor Hochul and the state Department of Health as they continue with the appeal. We thank the members of our school communities for their patience during this process.
As a District, Northern Adirondack Central recognizes that the topic of mask wearing is very controversial and is presented with multiple viewpoints, however we are all looking forward to a day when mask wearing is unnecessary and a distant memory. Unfortunately for us all, that day is not today and we must continue to respect that mask wearing is a requirement at NAC and in schools across New York State.
We ask for your continued compliance and support as we strive to maintain an educational environment that promotes safety and enrichment for your children.
Educationally yours,
James C. Knight, Jr.
Superintendent of Schools