How Houston-area school districts are responding after Gov. Abbott lifts mask order

HOUSTON – Several Houston-area school districts are responding after Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced the lifting of business capacity limits and the state’s mask mandate.

Under the executive order, which went into effect March 10, Abbott added that public schools may operate under the standard health protocols issued by the Texas Education Agency. Private schools and colleges are expected to follow the same standard.

Houston-area school districts have issued statements on how they plan to move forward.

This list will be updated as new information is received.