Loudoun County Public Schools announce virtual start to new school year

Loudoun County Public Schools have announced an all virtual start to the new school year.

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Officials released plans detailing how students will work online with teachers Tuesday through Friday and also have time during the week for independent learning.

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Included in the plans released are samples of a hybrid learning phase for when students are safely able to begin returning to school.

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The school system’s plan also outlines expectations for attendance, participation, grading, and the code of conduct in the virtual learning environment.

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