Some schools are going back to distance learning for over a month as the state sees higher COVID-19 cases.

Schools officials say Shelton has had more than eight new coronavirus cases reported since last Thursday.

School officials are working to make sure the students and parents have everything they need for their remote classroom.

Superintendent Dr. Beth Smith sent out a letter to parents saying it will take community cooperation to stop the spread, which she says was mostly caused by community activities.

Shelton is one of many districts in the state to be in the red zone.

Gov. Ned Lamont pulled back the state to Phase Two last week. This put more restrictions on restaurants and event venues.

The governor says that no more than 10 people should gather together at a time.

He says families should self-monitor these numbers, especially with Thanksgiving coming up.

School officials in Shelton say an update on how the school will move forward in January will be decided in December.