FRANKFORT, Ky. — Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear has asked districts to continue to keep schools closed through Friday, April 17.
Schultz said Beshear requested they push back their date of return during a conference call with Kentucky superintendents.
The timeline would have students return to school Monday, April 20, however Schultz said that date could change. Meals will continue to be provided to students during days off.
JCPS announced their school buildings will be closed until April 20, but students will be getting lessons to complete online.
The Archdiocese of Louisville will not resume in-person instruction through that time, continuing alternative instruction. All Catholic school activities are also canceled during this time.
Oldham County Schools will continue with non-tradition instruction through the absences, with the exception of spring break March 30-April 3. Bullitt County Schools will also have non-instructional days, except during spring break and April 6.
Indiana schools will be closed through May 1.
This story will be updated with more information as it is released.
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