I am in support of Ridgeview #19 School District to repeal the mask recommendations/requirements and proof of COVID vaccinations. This is based on numerous concerns some of which include: health risks associated with wearing masks, the spirit of fear within the student body that it fosters, the fact that the parents/individual right and duty to make a choice for their child's best interest has been removed, the increased anxiety level generated that negatively impacts a learning environment, the decrease in social skills due to loss of facial expression and obstacles for the hearing impaired. I do not want the Ridgeview school district to implement policies for students/faculty to show proof of vaccination or requirements for mask wearing for unvaccinated persons. I do not want students/faculty to be segregated from those who choose to vaccinate by any school mandated policy or procedure. Students/faculty deserve the right to Medical Freedom and Privacy. I request Ridgeview School District to be open and fully functioning for all students and faculty without mask requirements or proof of vaccination.