2. Safety Protocols

In screening students who appear ill, only the nurse shall use a thermometer requiring a touch method (under the tongue or arm, forehead, etc). Caution will be taken by the nurse wearing appropriate PPE. Students with a temperature greater than 100.4 degrees are not permitted into the school. Students will be allowed to return 24 hours after a fever has broken, or with a note from their healthcare provider, or with a documented negative COVID-19 test. The school nurse will monitor screening information/data of students while complying with relevant privacy and health laws.

The school nurse will monitor symptoms in students and staff that could be related to COVID-19, with the goal of decreasing the risk of spreading or contracting the virus while complying with relevant privacy and health laws.

The Principals will ensure procedures are in place for all students to sanitize hands at the start of the school day.

The Principals will ensure procedures are in place to avoid large gatherings. Upon entering school, students will proceed directly to classrooms or small group designated areas. The Superintendent and Principals have established protocols for screening of STAFF at home and to the extent possible, at school. Passive Screening: Staff and authorized visitors are instructed to self-screen prior to entering school by checking to ensure temperature is below100.4 degrees Fahrenheit and observing for symptoms consistent with COVID-19 as outlined by CDC Guidelines. Staff and authorized visitors/guests are to stay at home if they are feeling sick, have any symptoms associated with COVID-19, or have had close contact with a person diagnosed with COVID-19. Active Screening: Schools will screen staff and authorized visitors/guests as they enter school consistent with state and local health guidance, which includes visual wellness checks and any necessary follow up temperature checks with no-touch thermometers (checking to ensure temperatures is below 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit). Staff and authorized visitors/guests will be observed for illnesses including cough or respiratory distress. Staff may be asked about COVID-19 symptoms within the last 24 hours and whether anyone in their home has had COVID-19 symptoms or a positive test.

Staff and authorized visitors with a temperature greater than 100.4 degrees are not permitted into the school. Staff and authorized visitors/guests will be allowed to return 24 hours after a fever has broken, or with a note from their healthcare provider, or with a documented negative COVID-19 test.

Training & Professional Development All building occupants will be required to complete training related to proper health and safety protocols. School faculty and staff will complete training prior to the first day of student classes or the first day on site for new employees or substitute staff. Training will be conducted online using the District’s training application.

Faculty and staff training and review of protocols will be conducted during the professional development days preceding the first day of classes. Students will receive training in the classroom during the first day of school. Periodic refresher or new training topics will be introduced and conducted as required by changing conditions or public health guidance.

Supplies

The Facilities Department will manage Personal Protective Equipment procurement, inventory and distribution to the schools. Personal Protective Equipment includes, but is not limited to face masks, hand sanitizer, gloves, gowns, paper towels, disinfectant wipes, eye protection, gloves and barriers, as applicable. Procured PPE will meet CDC, state and other applicable government guidelines and requirements.

The Facilities Department will ensure sufficient PPE is on hand to replace lost, damaged, soiled or unserviceable items, such as face masks, on an as needed basis.

Building Operations

The Facilities Department will comply with the state Department of Public Health (DPH) Building Water System Return to Service Guidance, as applicable. Although the school buildings have remained continually occupied and operational during the pandemic, all systems, fixtures, and appliances will be thoroughly flushed, cleaned and sanitized before staff and students return.

The Facilities Department will implement the DPH Guidance for Operation of Ventilation Systems as applicable for our given systems and to the extent allowable by equipment and supply chain constraints. All buildings have central ventilation systems which have remained continually maintained and in operation during the pandemic.

Social Distancing

The Facilities Department will work with the staff of each building to develop and implement plans for maximizing social distancing within the school buildings and on school properties to the extent feasible. The Facilities Department will assist the staff of each building with placing appropriate and necessary visual cues, signs and reminders to aid occupants in maintaining proper social distance. These measures will be in multiple languages and accessible for individuals with disabilities.

The Facilities Department and School Principals will adopt and implement procedures for disinfecting.

Cleaning & Disinfection

Custodial staff will follow the CDC Reopening Guidance for Cleaning and Disinfecting Schools to the extent possible. These practices will comply with “Green Cleaning” requirements.

Custodial staff will adopt schedules and practices to allow for more frequent cleaning and disinfection of high touch areas, common areas and restrooms.

The Facilities Department and School Principals will adopt and implement procedures in accordance with CDC and DPH guidance for disinfecting equipment, materials and supplies used for physical education, physical activities, and recess.

Custodial staff will adopt procedures for deep cleaning and disinfection of schools in the event of confirmed cases or building closure in accordance with local health district and applicable CDC or other guidance.