CDPHE updated this Guidance with the addition of “Transitioning to a routine disease control model for COVID-19”, which outlines strategies for K-12 schools to implement as they move away from individual case-investigation response towards a “routine disease control model”.
To avoid an increase in outbreaks and greater disruption to schools, transitioning to a routine disease control model should ideally occur once local transmission risk falls below a high or substantial level and stabilizes.
Schools that are implementing current CDPHE and CDC school guidance for mitigating transmission, including new implementation of Test to Stay, are encouraged to continue doing so.
Schools should consult with their local public health agency on questions and strategies specific to their situation.
The targeted implementation date for this guidance is February 28, 2022.
Strategies to Help Learn to Live with COVID Discussion
School Leaders attending the February 28 All School Leader Meeting are invited to attend a discussion about strategies schools can implement to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 as the CDPHE and Local Public Health Agencies approach COVID-19 as endemic. School leaders are invited to submit questions and topics they would like to discuss here.
School Cases and Quarantines Survey
Clickhere to take the SY21-22 CSI School Cases and Quarantines Survey. We strongly encourage your school to complete this form on a weekly basis so CSI staff are able to provide assistance that is timely for your school community. This form is required to be completed if at least one of the following scenarios occur:
The whole school/campus shifts to online learning
More than one class or cohort is quarantined
An outbreak is confirmed (Five or more cases of COVID-19 among students/teachers/staff from separate households with onset within 14 days in a single classroom/activity or other close contact in the school setting (including transportation to- from- school and affiliated events).
Continue to utilize the CSI COVID-19 Guidance and Resources webpage for information on testing, masking, vaccination, mitigation strategies, operational support, and mental health & wellness. Contact Michael McManus with any questions.
