Barbourville, KY (FOX 56) — Schools in the area have been navigating unusual circumstances as the search for Joseph Couch continues.
Canceling classes across districts is something some administrators said they deem necessary to keep students and staff safe.
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Barbourville Independent Schools superintendent Dennis Messer emphasized the unpredictable nature of current events and the importance of preparedness. “In today’s world, it’s ever-changing, and it’s too often these events are happening. This has happened in our community and with our neighboring county, so we practice for this.”
According to Messer, students in Barbourville Independent Schools have not been in the classroom this week. However, remote learning was utilized on Tuesday and Wednesday through ENTI days, which are typically reserved for weather-related closures.
“We have utilized two ENTI days, which is basically virtual learning. We usually use those during weather-related events, but we have used them with our students this week. Our teachers have been in contact with students throughout the process,” Messer said.