Even at the start of school after the autumn break today, the mask requirement in schools in Schleswig-Holstein will initially apply.
Because of the many return travelers, there is an increased risk of infection, said a spokeswoman for the Ministry of Education of the German Press Agency.
After the end of the holidays, the number of infections had mostly increased nationwide, it said.
Kiel - Therefore, in the first two weeks after the autumn vacation, the mask requirement continues to apply in classrooms and hallways in the school building.
Nobody has to wear a mask in the schoolyard.
Regular tests should also ensure safety.
The government wants to monitor the corona numbers in the first few weeks and adapt the rules to the infection rate.
Teaching was paused from October 4th to 15th due to the autumn break.
dpa