The district is conducting the survey in light of new guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that everyone in K-12 schools where a mask indoors – including teachers, staff, students and visitors – regardless of vaccination status.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now recommending that everyone in K-12 schools where a mask indoors – including teachers, staff, students and visitors – regardless of vaccination status.

In a 4-3 decision, the Kaneland School Board approved the district’s back to school plan, which in part includes making wearing masks in classrooms optional, among other aspects.

Board members Monday approved revisions to the district’s remote education program that will allow it to offer remote learning this fall in a limited capacity.

Several parents on Thursday told School Board members they were disappointed in the board's decision to make masks optional in the upcoming school year.

Catholic schools in Kane County include St. Patrick in St. Charles, Holy Cross in Batavia, St. Peter in Geneva, Aurora Central Catholic High School, Rosary High School and Marmion Academy.