Diocese confirms changes to mask-wearing policies as announced by Governor’s Office

A memo from the Diocese’s Catholic schools superintendent, Dr. Vincent de Paul Schmidt, was sent Feb. 10 to all Catholic school administrators in the Diocese of Trenton. 
It stated:

In accordance with the new direction from the Governor’s Office regarding Executive Order 280, the Diocese of Trenton is stating the following as it pertains to the Catholic schools in the Diocese.

As of March 7, 2022, masks on employed adults are optional. This includes teaching staffs, members of administration and non-contract employees.  Masks on children are optional as well.  If a parent deems a mask is significant to the safety of their respective child(ren) they are encouraged to have their child(ren) wear a mask within the school.  At the local school level, the principal, working with their pastor, can make the determination to continue masking based on current health concerns within their school.

For further details on this communication, click HERE.