( Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct the affiliation of Autism Delaware with KCCS, as currently stated on Capital School District’s website. The nonprofit advocacy organization is independent, according to DDOE. )
Laurel schools are going online Friday.
Superintendent Shawn Larrimore announced Tuesday that instruction will be asynchronous districtwide on Oct. 4, due to “a significant number of scheduled staff absences for Friday — over 70 at this time, with over 30 positions currently unfilled.” The Sussex County system attributed the call to maintaining safety and consistency, “after careful review and discussion.”
Larrimore noted the difficulty in the decision.
“It’s important to address why we are not simply denying staff absences,” he wrote. “The district recognizes that our educators, like all of us, have personal and professional commitments. Furthermore, we are navigating a nationwide staffing shortage and maintaining positive relationships with our staff is vital.”