AISD to discuss mask policy as CDC changes guidelines after Stage 3 move

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The Austin Independent School District will hold a special board meeting Wednesday to discuss a "mask-optional" protocol for its schools.AISD said its working with the City of Austin, Austin Public Health and Travis County ahead of Wednesday's meeting, "to evaluate how and what to communicate when a mask-optional protocol is implemented."The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced new guidelines for community risk levels, relaxing its guidance on mask-wearing f