In an effort to ensure Alexander City Schools’ Return to Learn plan is properly followed, the Alex City Board of Education has approved to push the start of the 2020-21 school year for traditional students to Sept. 8.
Virtual classes will still begin Aug. 20 and teachers will still be expected to start Aug. 13 as planned.
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