CDC Eases Distancing Guidelines For Schools

The updated guidelines recommend three feet of separation for elementary students in classrooms, provided masks are worn. Plastic barriers are unnecessary, but six feet of distance is advised in common areas. For middle and high school students, six feet of separation is recommended, especially in high-risk areas, unless cohorting is possible.

What is the new recommended distance between elementary school students in classrooms?

• Six feet

• Three feet

• Four feet

• Five feet

What precaution is not necessary between seats according to the updated guidelines?

• Temperature checks

• Mask wearing

• Hand sanitizers

• Plastic barriers

In which areas can the three feet rule be applied to middle and high school students?

• High-risk areas

• Only in elementary schools

• Low-risk areas

• All areas

What is the recommended distance for middle and high school students in high-risk areas?

• Three feet

• Four feet

• Six feet

• Five feet

Why does the CDC recommend a six-foot distance for older students in high-risk areas?

• Because they are less likely to spread COVID-19

• Because they are more likely to spread COVID-19

• Because they are immune to COVID-19

• Because they are vaccinated