Dear Ridgeview Families, Students, and Staff,
Today, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker announced masks will be required for students, teachers and staff at pre-kindergarten-12th grade schools. The new measure is part of the state’s ongoing effort to combat a surge in COVID-19 cases.
The mask requirement is inclusive of youth sports and activities, with masks now required for all indoor extracurriculars and sports. In line with CDC guidance, masks are not required for activities outdoors where transmission risks and rates are lower.
Today’s announcement differs from the reopening plan our school district recently adopted. At this time, the Board of Education will review the new rules and will be communicating with you any changes as soon as possible. Please be patient with us as we research and take into consideration the above factors and how they will impact our students, staff, and our District as a whole.
Please remember, if you have concerns about any required mandate please contact Governor J.B. Pritzker; Deputy Governor Jesse Ruiz; the Illinois Department of Public Health; and State Superintendent Carmen Ayala, Illinois State Board of Education. Below is contact information for each of these individuals, as well as information for contacting your specific State Senator or Representative.
Thank you in advance for your patience and understanding at this time.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Ridgeview Schools!
Erik Young
Superintendent
Ridgeview CUSD #19
Governor J.B. Pritzker
Office of the Governor
(217) 782-6830 or (217) 782-6831
Deputy Governor Jesse Ruiz
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)
(217) 782-4977
Illinois State Board of Education
Dr. Carmen Ayala, State Superintendent - cayala@isbe.net
State Board of Education Members Illinois State Board of Education https://apps.isbe.net/ContactIsbe/
State Senator or Representative