The Georgia Board of Education met Thursday in a closely watched session but ultimately adjourned without taking major action that would affect the impending start of the school year across the state.

Earlier this week, the state Superintendent Richard Woods had said he supports the autonomy of local school boards to make the best decisions for students during the coronavirus pandemic.

School districts across the state have set a range of dates for the start of the fall semester, with varying options for parents to send students back to the classroom or else let learning take place at home.

Locally, Chattooga County schools are offering virtual learning options, but there are no plans for a virtual option for Trion City School students.