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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Ours dropped the requirement as soon as the state allowed them to, but many teachers are still wearing masks. I really wish the teachers would stop masking as I believe it’s important for preschoolers to see faces. I obviously can’t expect to tell them what to do, but I do strongly prefer for my child to be around teachers not in masks.  [/quote]

I agree, particularly for the youngest ones.  It's fraught because *of course* we have to support people in making their own choices about personal safety, but from my personal observation there's no denying that my son is happier and more comfortable with unmasked caregivers.[/quote]

The teachers have figured out that masks offer a bit of protection when children cough and sneeze in their faces.  Centers are understaffed and not known for offering stellar sick leave.  Working with small children while feeling ill is miserable, and that cute little spittle spray to the face while helping a someone else’s 2 year old pull up their pants can be nerve racking. [/quote]

This. COVID is not the only thing. Child care workers get sick from kids all the time. When I first started I had ringworm constantly along with various colds, HFM, gastrointestinal stuff…many of my coworkers have seen personal illness plummet with mask wearing and plan to always mask at work.[/quote]

Totally.  I get it.  I'd personally/privately like for my kids to interact with unmasked teachers but I totally understand and respect individual choice.[/quote]

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