Superintendent optimistic schools will reopen in the fall

RITZVILLE – Superintendent Don Vanderholm said he is feeling optimistic about the fall re-opening of the Lind-Ritzville Cooperative Schools.

“We think we can meet the six-foot social distancing demands. If it’s a matter of square footage - and I heard that emphasized twice now from Superintendent Reykdal - then based on our numbers of students, it’s quite likely we can open up without any split or rotating schedules,” Vanderholm said.

He said details would have to be worked out regarding alternating times when kids are in the hallways, and lunches would have to be staggered.

“We also have to f...