State expects in-person learning in fall

WHITMAN COUNTY – County school districts are working on plans to re-open in the fall after State Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal announced last week the intention from state officials.

Reykdal laid out required changes to make it happen, including requiring masks and other modifications to normal operations.

"I am very thankful, we want to see our kids back in the building," said Paul Clark, Colton superintendent. "I think (Reykdal) is the Superintendent of Public Instruction to have right now."

Reykdal laid out the principles for the re-opening of schools June 11 in a 58-pa...