ACPS reenacting strict visitor policy for schools

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Due to continued rising COVID-19 cases, Alachua County Public Schools are re-implementing stricter visitor policies for its schools.

Starting August 16, nonessential visitors will not be allowed in the school or other district buildings indefinitely.

Parents and guardians must schedule an appointment if they wish to have a conference with a school district employee as well.

District officials say there are currently 30 covid positive students, 50 positive employees and more than 600 students and staff quarantining.

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