COVID-19 Information
Use this page to keep updated on important information regarding COVID-19. It will be updated frequently as new information is provided so check back here frequently.
"The world has turned its attention to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) and its spread to different countries, including the United States. The Ohio Department of Health (ODH), in coordination with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), is closely monitoring coronavirus disease 2019, first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China.
The Ohio Department of Education (ODE) has activated an online Coronavirus FAQ that addresses common questions at the district and school-level, and offers answers that might be considered when formulating local action plans. The page also provides important information about how to contact the Ohio Department of Health for updates. ODE reiterates that schools and districts should make all decisions based first and foremost on the best interest of the health and safety of students and the community. It is also important that districts guard against signs of discrimination directed toward individuals based on race, ethnicity, or background that arise because of the stigma or anxiety that this situation has created." (courtsey of NEOLA and ODE)
Richland Public Health COVID-19 Parent Letter 8-3-2020
Richland Public Health COVID-19 Reopening Guidance
Ohio Department of Health Coronavirus FAQ - click here
FOR OHIO'S SCHOOLS AND DISTRICTS
6. What if schools must close during state testing? How will that be handled?
7. Will school staff be monitoring students for signs of coronavirus?
9. Should schools consider disinfecting facilities as a preventative measure?
Additional Resources
- Cleaning, Sanitizing and Targeted Disinfecting on the School Bus
- Coronavirus and School Closures: What Are the Legal, Logistical Issues?
- How to Respond to Coronavirus: 6 Steps for Schools
- How US Schools are Preparing for the Coronavirus
- Schools Should 'Minimize Disruption' Over Coronavirus, CDC Official Says
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration:COVID-19