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Hamilton County Schools to remain closed until April 27 following Gov. Bill Lee’s recommendation amid COVID-19 crisis

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee answers questions concerning the state's response to the coronavirus Monday, March 16, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. Lee has asked all schools in Tennessee to close by the end of the week due to coronavirus spreading across the state. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee answers questions concerning the state's response to the coronavirus Monday, March 16, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. Lee has asked all schools in Tennessee to close by the end of the week due to coronavirus spreading across the state. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey) Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee answers questions concerning the state's response to the coronavirus Monday, March 16, 2020, in Nashville, Tenn. Lee has asked all schools in Tennessee to close by the end of the week due to coronavirus spreading across the state. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

By Meghan Mangrum 3 min read

Hamilton County students will not return to school until at least Monday, April 27, amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

The district announced the extended closure quickly after Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee called for schools across the state to remain closed until April 24, during the Governor’s daily press call Tuesday.

Lee’s recommendation comes just a week after he initially recommended all Tennessee school districts to close through March 31.

Hamilton County announced an initial closure starting March 16, but like many things during the pandemic, updates have continued rolling in.

“Today, Governor Bill Lee announced all schools in the state of Tennessee will remain closed through Friday, April 24. With this announcement, Hamilton County Schools’ will remain closed through April 24, with schools opening and students returning to school on Monday, April 27,” read a statement from the district. “The district’s teachers and students will continue virtual learning during this period with the exception of Spring Break. The break begins on April 3, and continues the week of April 6 through April 10. District leadership will monitor the situation and provide regular updates regarding the anticipated return to school on Monday, April 27.”