Highlights of what can be expected in next years plan:
Testing:
We are planning to continue covid screening testing in 21-22. We believe this helped us keep a handle on the virus on campus and combat spread.
We are working with our health partners to determine the level of testing appropriate for vaccinated individuals.
Quarantine:
We will plan for a carefully mitigated first 14 days after entrance, but we do NOT plan on quarantining the vaccinated students. Students who are not vaccinated SHOULD PLAN on a QUARANTINE period after arrival. We will work with our health providers on the required amount of time and will use this along with testing to limit risk.
If a positive case is identified on campus, we will follow the public health guidance. Currently vaccinated close contacts will not have to quarantine, however unvaccinated contacts will be required to quarantine.
Masks:
We are expecting guidance from CDC, however this is the current thinking
- Masks will be required when community is in high risk
- Masks will be required for all with high risk activities (first 14 days of arrival, close group activities)
- Masks are not required outdoors
- A high vaccination rate may help us reduce mask wearing requirements in some settings
Recreation:
We will be planning recreation activities that allow social distancing to the extent possible. We plan to increase the number of outside recreation activities. We do believe we can reintroduce large gatherings and cultural events this next year!
Athletics & Activities:
We are planning a regular sports and activities plan for the next year. We will respond to community covid risks and so travel will be dependent upon strict mitigation plans for both school communities.
Travel:
We will continue to ask parents to limit travel trips back and forth during the school year, but it will not be as rigid as 20-21. Trips can be approved if there is an appropriate re-entry plan that limits risk. (vaccinated students will not need to quarantine but may be asked to mask for a period and test negative. Non-vaccinated individuals may need to quarantine and test negative.)