Even as the number of coronavirus cases in the state has risen to 1.10 lakh, the Maharashtra government is considering opening up schools in non-containment zones from July.
While Classes 6 to 8 could open in August, the decision to resume classes for students of Class 1 to 5 has been left with the respective school management committees. Additionally, irrespective of classes, schools will only be opened in consultation with the SMCs.
Wherever schools reopen, they must follow these guidelines:
Moreover, CM Thackeray also said that where schools cannot be opened, a pilot education project will be started with the help of Tata Sky and Jio.
Education Minister Varsha Gaikwad said students of Classes 1 and 2 will not be forced to learn online as they are really young. She added that digital education will be provided to students of Classes 3 to 5 for one hour per day.
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