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As school begins, state sees uptick in coronavirus cases and Pfizer vaccine is approved by FDA

The first day of school looked vastly different last year. Masks were required at NR-S, students received daily screenings upon entry, and class sizes were reduced to minimize spread of the novel coronavirus. Secondary students entered school through a different door than the elementary students.

On Tuesday, Aug. 24, students went back to school with mostly pre-pandemic protocols, as only one a...