17 schools and 145 classes continue full distance learning across the country

According to the Ministry of Education, Science, Culture and Sports of Georgia, at the request of parents, as well as due to the confirmation of Covid, there are 17 schools and 145 separate classes across the country continuing full distance learning.

According to the information provided by the Ministry of Education, 69 teachers in the risk group throughout Georgia appealed to the school administration and remained in the format of distance learning.

According to them, this week, as a result of intensive monitoring and mandatory testing, 0.1% teachers and school administration staff tested positive for Covid-19, while 0.01% of the total number of students were confirmed covid-positive.

According to the Ministry, in case of detection of the virus, targeted restrictions will be applied at schools and they will act in accordance with the protocol of the Ministry of Health.