As parents in Clinton schools face a deadline of Monday to send their kids back to school or option for remote learning for the first semester, a few leaders in the district are offering up encouragement.

Lincoln and Douglas Schools Principal Beth Wickenhauser has talked with several parents who are grappling with the choice, which has to be made by Monday. Her advice: whatever choice you make, it will be the right one.

Superintendent Curt Nettles has a similar message. He is looking forward to having kids back and is confident in the plan they have created but he also understands the trepidation of parents who are unsure of what to do.

Parents have to decide by the end of the day Monday when registration ends for the district. Most students will return to class Wednesday and everyone will be back Thursday.