EPISD now extends spring break through April 6 out of virus caution

EL PASO, Texas — The El Paso Independent School District announced that students will receive an extended three-week spring break beginning on Monday due to concerns regarding the coronavirus.

Classes will resume on April 6, school leaders said in a statement on Sunday.

“EPISD previously had made the proactive decision for an extended closure. Given the new guidelines from the health department, the district will extend the closure until April 6," said the statement.

During the time off, officials said a deep cleaning of all of the district's schools will occur.

Plans were also in the works to expand the number of schools to 50 that will provide pickup meals for all students during the extended break. That new schedule will be released soon, officials indicated.