Dear Parents and Faculty,
We are writing to inform you that there is a suspected case of coronavirus in our community. We are in touch with the Westchester County Department of Health and the White Plains Public School District and following their guidelines.
School will be closed today, March 3, for precautionary measures. We will be turning the buses around and sending your children back home.
Please look out for a text for more information. At this time, it is important to remain calm and to please continue following the preventative measures listed below. We will be in touch with you as new information develops.
Please note that 5th Grade Immigration Day is postponed and will be rescheduled.
Prevention Recommended by the CDC:
While there is currently no vaccine to prevent this virus, these simple steps can help stop the spread of this and other respiratory viruses:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
As a school, we are working closely with all staff members to follow the above recommendations. We are also working very closely with Bet Am Shalom to take extra precautions regarding the cleaning and disinfecting of the building. In addition to cleaning and disinfecting the building regularly, Bet Am Shalom has ordered special disinfectant products, and has guided their staff in more thorough cleaning procedures. Bet Am Shalom will also be meeting with a Public Health Advisor to ensure they are up-to-date on all recommendations.
Talking to Children About Coronavirus: A Parent Resource.
