Dear Fontbonne Parents,
Fontbonne would like to provide an update on the school’s response to COVID-19 or Coronavirus. The risk remains low for us, but we are closely monitoring this rapidly developing situation and the potential impact it may have on our school community. Fontbonne will continue to follow all directives from the Milton Board of Health, the Centers for Disease Control and the Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
In the event of an outbreak in our community, Fontbonne has a plan in place to keep our academic schedule running and moving forward. If the school were to shut down, learning would continue at home via our online resources. The Adult Learning Community will be ready to teach students virtually. Our planned retreat this Friday has been cancelled and all staff will be properly trained. As we prepare for this possibility, we do ask that families prepare their technology needs at home for online learning. We also ask that all students bring their books and needed materials home with them at the end of the school day Thursday.
As of right now this weekend’s performances of “Grease” will be held. Fontbonne will take extra precautions to help mitigate the spread of germs. Hand sanitizer dispensers will be placed at the entrance to the CSJ Center and sanitizing wipes will be provided for all guests who wish to wipe their seats down. There is no assigned seating at the show. We ask all guests to spread out in the auditorium to reduce the risk of spreading germs. After each performance the CSJ Center will be cleaned. Information available to date regarding COVID-19 indicates that the highest risk population includes older adults and individuals with serious chronic medical conditions. Governor Baker has asked this population to refrain from attending large group events. If you feel you are at an increased risk please consider staying home. Because of this recommendation our Advancement Team has decided to cancel our Donor Appreciation reception that was scheduled ahead of this Sunday’s show.
Our immediate focus remains on disease prevention. Students and staff feeling sick with a fever, cold or flu-like symptoms should stay home from school. Remaining home when sick is vital to reduce all communicable disease transmission and Coronavirus is just one reason to follow these recommendations. Please know that we plan to be as flexible and accommodating as possible with your needs in relation to attendance. We are continuing to recommend frequent handwashing and use of hand sanitizers. We diligently encourage cough and sneeze hygiene practices. Our custodial staff is continuing to disinfect frequently used surfaces and has supplied every classroom, office and area space with appropriate disinfecting supplies. These measures are our best practice methods that we recommend in school to reduce illness and increase disease prevention on a daily basis.
Please trust Fontbonne’s top priority is to do what is best to keep our students and community safe. We will keep the lines of communication open and contact you immediately if further concerns arise regarding COVID-19. The state government website is an
excellent resource
to learn more about the protocol the Commonwealth is now following and the facts about the disease.
Thank you for your cooperation. Please reach out if you have any questions or concerns.
Blessings,
