The school district in my county is mandating masks, however, there is a form that parents can fill out to reject the mandate. I have looked at the form and it is pretty much parents signing a waiver.
Big business, schools defy DeSantis’ ordersThe governor’s message was clear: No mask mandates or lockdowns to control the rising COVID-19 cases.
But doctors continue to warn those who can’t – or won’t – get vaccinated that masks are their only defense.
Now, some businesses and schools are standing up against Gov. Ron DeSantis’ message, which brought about mixed reactions. Some celebrated his order; others say they’re putting children first.
School districts, cruise lines, and hospitals are pushing back, pleading with the community to mask up and even going so far as to require it.
“My colleagues and I have seen an overwhelming increase of COVID. Our offices are overwhelmed, and our providers are working very hard to ensure the safety of our children,” said Dr. Salvatore Anzalone, a pediatrician with NCH.
The governor’s executive order prevents mask mandates in schools and states schools would face a loss of funding if they did so.
“There will be no restrictions and no mandates in the state of Florida,” DeSantis said in Cape Coral on July 30..................
https://www.winknews.com/2021/08/09/big-business-schools-defy-desantis-orders/
