MARION COUNTY, Fla. – The Marion County School District is preparing for two-thirds of the student body to return to the classroom while only one-third opted for online instruction.Implementing safety guidelines for about 43,000 students and their teachers is something newly appointed superintendent Dr.
Diane Gullett said is very costly.The district will put $5.9 million towards technology like hot spots, webcams and laptops for students learning remotely.
An additional $4.7 million will be spent on PPE and cleaning materials for schools.The district said federal and state grants will cover the $10.6 million price tag. "It costs money, it certainly does and we're utilizing those CARES funds.