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Dear Chartiers Valley Families,
 
As a follow up from previous correspondence regarding the COVID-19 virus, please be assured that the District continues to monitor the latest developments related to this health issue. 
 
The Chartiers Valley School District is following the guidelines issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education, Federal Department of Education, Allegheny County Health Department, and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). If cases arise in our area, we will follow the guidance of public health officials. There is currently no recommendation to close schools in the Pittsburgh area.
 
The following preventive measures have been implemented and considered thus far: 
 
Our administrative team is developing contingency plans which utilize all available tools and resources to bridge instructional time in the event of an extended school closure.
In addition to daily cleaning processes, our custodians are using extra care to clean high-contact surfaces daily and conduct periodic deep cleanings of all facilities and buses. Chartiers Valley's cleaning supplies meet all CDC requirements and are in good supply.
We have yet to place a moratorium on field trip activities, but that could change in the future. As a parent, you have the right to withhold your child from attending any field trips, as they will be considered excused absences.
 
According to the CDC, you can help prevent the spread of illness by observing the following guidelines:
  • Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds.
  • Stay home when you are sick and avoid close contact with those who are sick.
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your elbow when sneezing or coughing.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces that could be contaminated.
  • Get your flu shot, eat healthy foods, and get plenty of rest.
  • Contact your primary care physician if you are experiencing symptoms of illness.
If traveling abroad, we recommend that you review and adhere to the CDC's latest Travel Health Notice and alert your child's school nurse if your family has traveled to one of the countries listed.
 
We have published a COVID-19 information page on the District website and will continue to provide updates as new information emerges. Up-to-date information about the virus, however, should be obtained from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) , the Allegheny County Health Department (ACHD) and the Pennsylvania Department of Health .
 
As always, thank you for your cooperation and support.
 
Sincerely,
 
 
Johannah M. Vanatta, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
2030 Swallow Hill Road
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15220
412-429-2201