Russell County Schools Superintendent Michael Ford announced Tuesday that the School Board will meet in special session on Thursday, Aug. 6th, 2020. Supt. Ford tells WAVE News that he will be recommending the school system start the school year virtually. This would last until at least Fall break, then review where things stand and decide at that time to continue virtual learning or return to the classroom. Ford went on to say that the decision to make the recommendation has not been an easy one, but he feels it is best.