Month: May 2021

PIAA update on mask mandate

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The PIAA sent the following email today. Please note, the mask mandate is up to the individual school, so check with the school as stated below. Also, check with your partner to see if they are comfortable if you decide not to wear a mask. It may be a good idea to take your vaccination card with you, if you plan on not wearing your mask, but please be respectful of others when making your decision.

This email is being sent to all spring sports officials along with PIAA Statewide Interpreters and PIAA Officials’ Council. The PA Department of Health (DOH) last week accepted the guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in which fully vaccinated individuals do not need to wear masks indoors or outdoors. The PA DOH has updated their position to include unless required by a business or organization, such as a school. The DOH press release dated May 14, 2021 is located here for your review: PA Department of Health Press Release.
PIAA requests registered sports officials to communicate with the host site, or schools, to exchange information on the expectations of mask wearing before you leave for a contest.
Any questions or concerns, please contact our officials department at your convenience.
Pat GebhartPIAA